1. Colosseum

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The Colosseum is undeniably one of Rome’s most iconic and awe-inspiring sights. A marvel of ancient engineering and a symbol of the power of the Roman Empire, it’s no surprise that this breathtaking amphitheater appears on countless bucket lists worldwide. For travelers visiting Rome, Colosseum tours are an experience not to be missed. Walking through its grand arches and standing in the arena where gladiators once fought brings history to life in a way that photos alone never could. By taking a tour, visitors can fully immerse themselves in the Colosseum’s rich history, uncover fascinating stories about its construction, and learn about the daily lives of Romans who gathered here for entertainment. The deeper insights offered on a guided tour make it an unforgettable experience, adding so much more to your Roman adventure.

2. Trevi Fountain

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Throw in your coin and your wish to return to the city one day will be granted.

3. Piazza Navona

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Beautiful fountains, street vendors and artists make it a pleasure to stroll this square, day and night.

4. Sistine Chapel

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A true labor of love. Michelangelo produced 175 paintings covering 12,000 square feet.

5. St. Peter's Square

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The most important gathering place for the world's Catholics.

6. St. Peter's Basilica

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And the church that anchors it.

7. Aventine Hill

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There are some very special places to view Rome. The pretty gardens of the Aventine Hill are just some of them.

8. The Forum

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The center of public life in Ancient Rome.

9. Castel Sant'Angelo

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Once the tallest building in Rome, the Castel Sant'Angelo was commissioned as a mausoleum by Emperor Hadrian, was later a papal castle/fortress and is now a museum.

10. Spanish Steps

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There are 135 steps between the Piazza di Spagna and the Piazza Trinità dei Monti and the church of the same name at the top.

11. La Pietà Di Michelangelo, San Pietro

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This has to be seen for real to see how magnificent it is.

12. Little Side Street

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There are many magnificent piazzas and avenues in Rome, but don't forget to wander the charming side streets.

13. Piazza Di Spagna, Rome, Italy

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The square is one of the great attractions of Rome. At its center is the famous baroque Fontana della Barcaccia, the work of Bernini, one of the great architects of Rome.

14. Pantheon

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Incredibly, 2,000 years after it was built, the dome at the Pantheon is the largest unsupported dome in the world. The Pantheon, which was once a temple to the Gods, is now a Roman Catholic church.

15. Neptune's Fountain, Piazza Navona

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Rome is surely the city of fountains. There are 50 monumental structures and more than 2,000 altogether.

16. Piazza Navona

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And here's the square in which the Neptune fountain sits.

17. Gelateria Della Palma

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You can't go to Rome and ignore the gelato.

18. Via Appia

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The Appian Way was one of the great roads of the Roman Empire.

19. Trastevere

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One of the trendiest Roman neighborhoods to wander. There's lots of narrow streets and cute steps as the district climbs the hill. It's also the best place to find somewhere to eat dinner.

20. Carafa Chapel, Santa Maria Sopra Minerva

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The stunning frescoes of Filippino Lippi, painted between 1489 and 1491.

21. Arch of SEPTIMIUS Severus

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The triumphal marble arch stands at the north west end of the Forum.

22. The Catacombs

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Not all the sights of Rome are above ground. Spooky!

23. Mithraic Temple

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Mithraism was a mystery religion of Ancient Rome. It is thought of as one of the rivals to early Christianity. One of the largest Mithraeum (temple) is found under the Circus Maximus.

24. Palazzo Barberini

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There is so much fabulous architecture in Rome but even the more modern (15th century onwards) is influenced by the ancient styles.

25. Street Fountains

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With so many drinking fountains in the city there's no need to carry a water bottle with you all day.

26. Villa Borghese Gardens

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Once the private domain of the magnificent Villa Borghese (which is now an art gallery), the gardens are now a large public park.

27. Bocca Della Verità

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If you've seen Audrey Hepburn in Roman Holiday, you'll know all about the Mouth of Truth. The mouth is located in the portico of the Church of Santa Maria in Cosmedin.

28. River Tiber

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There are so many fantastic sights of Rome that the River Tiber often doesn't get a look in.

29. Vatican Museum

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The museum has a fantastic collection of classical and renaissance art.

30. Temple of Vesta

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One of the temples of the Forum.

31. Piazza Del Campidoglio

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The beautiful square was designed by Michelangelo.

32. Obelisco Lateranense

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This is the largest standing ancient Egyptian obelisk in the world and came to Rome from the Temple at Karnak.

33. Circus Maximus

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The entertainment venue of Ancient Rome - games and chariot races and theater productions were staged here.

34. Crypt of the Capuchin Monks

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Known as an Ossuary. An estimated 3,700 bodies were buried here.

35. Trajan's Column

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There are monuments to all of Rome's emperors around the city. Trajan's column is known for its stunning relief work.

36. The Column of Marcus Aurelius

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The column of Marcus Aurelius (yes, the one in Gladiator!) stands in Piazza Colonna and was modeled after Trajan's column.

37. Arch of Constantine

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The triumphal arch is located between the Colosseum and Palatine Hill (one of the 7 hills of Rome) and commemorates Constantine I's victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312. The arch spans the Via Triumphalis, the route taken by the emperors when they entered the city in triumph.

38. Keyhole to St. Peter's, Aventine Hill

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A view from one of the portholes gives a stunning view of St. Peter's.

39. Skyline

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I threw my coin in the Trevi Fountain but haven't been back yet. I hope those wishes work! Have you been to Rome? Did you love it?