Welcome to Rome
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Rome is more than a city and a destination: it is a whirlwind of emotion feeding our imagination. The endless sequence of stunning backdrops will leave you breathless, filling your eyes wherever they lay. Rome boasts over two thousand years' history — the world's first great modern metropolis, capital and hub of empire and civilisation, housing the core of all the Western artistic and cultural heritage.
With such an array of marvels, UNESCO has awarded the title of World Heritage Site not to a single monument, square or palace, rather to the entire historic centre of Rome. Every street, every corner and every neighbourhood have its history and its significance within that history.
The city offers a wide range of varied experiences. You cannot leave without revelling in the historical monuments such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the Roman Forum — plus museums, contemporary art galleries, parks, gardens, and countless other gems.
City Highlights
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The Ancient CityThe Foro Romano, the Colosseo and the Palatino Hill, together with the Circo Massimo and the Terme di Caracalla, create an immense archaeological park that astonishes with the capability to tell the story of traditions and habits of those who lived there 2,000 years ago. |
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Baroque SplendourStrolling through the historic centre — with its sanpietrini, churches, squares and fountains — is an explosion of Baroque art and architecture: from Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Navona, to the masterpieces of Bernini, Canova and Caravaggio in the Galleria Borghese, Palazzo Corsini and Palazzo Barberini. |
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The Vatican & Hidden GemsBeyond the majesty of Piazza San Pietro and the Musei Vaticani, there is the secret Rome of Villa Farnesina and Palazzo Altemps, the authentic Rome of Trastevere, Testaccio and Garbatella, and the futuristic Rome of EUR, Flaminio and Villaggio Olimpico. |
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Endless DiscoveriesRome is antiquity, contemporaneity and tradition — an incredible mix of millenary monuments, historic districts, contemporary buildings and museums. At every corner an endless scenario, leaving an inexhaustible thirst for emotion and knowledge. |
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Nature & Parks
Historic Gardens & Natural ReservesRome's natural heritage is immense and for this reason the city has been elected "Europe's greenest city": from the suburbs to the historic centre, there are 85,000 hectares of greenery, divided between protected natural reserves, urban parks, historic villas and gardens. The historic villas — from Villa Pamphilii (the largest), Villa Borghese and Villa Ada — were originally born as country estates of noble Roman families and today are a condensation of vegetation, blindingly green lawns, flowers and wildlife. Don't miss a visit to the Roseto Comunale or to the Orto Botanico during the blooming season, or the Parco degli Acquedotti, the crossroads of the ancient Roman water network. Endless possibilities to experience Rome en plein air, on foot or by bicycle, in autumn or spring, discovering botanical rarities and evocative panoramas. Discover Parks & Gardens → |
Things to Do
Leisure TimeThe cultural offer and entertainment in Rome doesn't end with guided tours or museums — Rome is much, much more. For lovers of good food, the Eternal City is a destination of excellence: wine, cheese and typical food tastings, show cooking, food tours or cooking classes reveal the aromas and flavours of tradition, while a tour of the district markets — Mercato Testaccio, Mercato Trionfale, Antico Mercato degli Ebrei — is the most authentic experience of today's Roman lifestyle. Following in the footsteps of Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck, boarding a Vespa, discover the most spectacular Rome wandering through the narrow alleys of the Ghetto and the historic centre, or looking out from the viewpoints of the Pincio and Gianicolo. Sailing a boat, navigate the Tevere river from north to south, going through Palazzo di Giustizia, Castel Sant'Angelo and Isola Tiberina, exploring the most hidden corners of the river and the city. Find Things to Do → |
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After Dark
Nightlife in RomeRome has a lively nightlife and offers plenty of opportunities to have fun in a different way each time. The Teatro dell'Opera is an institution and offers a year-round programme for ballet and opera fans — in summer, watching Turandot at the Terme di Caracalla is a truly exceptional experience. The most suggestive stage for classical and symphonic music is the Auditorium Parco della Musica. The bigger stages — Stadio Olimpico, Capannelle, and the Circo Massimo — host concerts and events of international importance. For the most romantic souls, a night-time walk through Monti and Trastevere is a must, breathing the authentic spirit of Ancient Rome. Nightlife also means aperitifs in the city's "young" neighbourhoods: San Lorenzo, Pigneto, Ostiense and Garbatella — with murals, contemporary art galleries, cultural centres and jazz clubs. Explore Rome's Nightlife → |
Made in Italy
Shopping in RomeRome is the heart of Made in Italy and craftsmanship excellence. For fans of luxury shopping, Piazza di Spagna, via dei Condotti and the surrounding streets have always been home to the big, iconic brands that have made Italian fashion great: from Fendi to Valentino, from Bulgari to Gucci, from Armani to Prada. In Prati, a few steps from the Vatican Museums, via Cola di Rienzo offers shopping to satisfy every taste. For historic shops and small craft boutiques, the cult addresses are in the Ghetto Ebraico, via Giulia and Trastevere — spaces dedicated to leather goods, artisan perfumery, hats, glasses, paper and pens. Testaccio and Ostiense are the cult districts for vintage and creative boutiques dedicated to design, home furnishing and jewellery. Discover Shopping in Rome → |
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Map of Rome
Download the map of Rome in augmented reality and start your journey. Explore the city's landmarks, neighbourhoods and hidden gems at your own pace.
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