Overview

Places of interest in Rome

Overview
1 Vatican City
World's smallest sovereign art treasury
9.0
The Vatican City, an independent enclave within Rome, boasts historic basilicas and museums under a dome that pierces the skyline. Its compact streets hide centuries of art, while surrounding gardens offer serene views over the Eternal City's rooftops.
Highlights:
  • 🖼️ Admire masterpieces inside the Vatican Museums’ vast art collection
  • ⛪ Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and climb the dome for sweeping views
  • 🎨 Stand beneath Michelangelo’s ceiling in the Sistine Chapel
1 St. Peter's Basilica
Iconic Heart of Catholic Faith
Highlights:
  • ⚰️ Explore the Vatican Grottoes beneath the basilica
  • 🗿 Admire Michelangelo's La Pietà sculpture up close
  • ⛪ Climb Michelangelo's dome for breathtaking city views
1 Trastevere
Place
2 Vatican Museums
A Maze of Art and History
The Vatican Museums house an extensive collection of art and historical artifacts spanning centuries, including masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael and Caravaggio. Visitors can explore the Sistine Chapel, the Gallery of Maps and numerous galleries.
Highlights:
  • 🗺️ Walk the Gallery of Maps and admire detailed cartography
  • 🖼️ Explore the vibrant frescoes in Raphael's Rooms
  • 🎨 Marvel at Michelangelo's masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel
3 Castle of the Holy Angel
Historic Castle
4 Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo’s Artistic Masterpiece
This Vatican masterpiece houses Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling frescoes within the Apostolic Palace. Expect intense crowds; arrive early or book timed tickets to secure a view of this Renaissance pinnacle without the crush.
Highlights:
  • 🌈 Explore the vibrant, restored colors of the ceiling frescoes
  • 🖼️ Stand beneath the breathtaking *The Last Judgment* fresco
  • 🎨 Gaze up at Michelangelo's *The Creation of Adam* masterpiece
5 Piazza Navona
Way
6 Villa d'Este
Lavish Renaissance gardens and timeless fountains
A Renaissance masterpiece just outside Rome, Villa d'Este features terraced gardens, fountains and grottos. Its historic elegance draws visitors seeking art and nature in a tranquil setting away from the city's bustle.
Highlights:
  • 🍦 Sip gelato beside the Tiber, sunset view
  • 🏰 Admire the grand fountains and historic architecture
  • 🌿 Stroll through Villa d'Este's terraced gardens
7 Colosseum
Ancient arena echoing gladiator legends
Highlights:
  • 🔍 Visit underground chambers and learn history
  • 🗺️ Climb to the upper tier for panoramic views
  • 🏛️ Explore ancient Colosseum ruins at sunrise
8 Roman Forum
Archaeological Site
1 Tiber Island
Island
2 Palatine Hill
Hill
3 Capitoline Museums
Museum
9 Trevi Fountain
Fountain
10 Pantheon
Place of Worship
11 Galleria Borghese
Museum
12 Catacombs of Saint Calixt
Archaeological Site
1 Via dei Condotti
POI
2 Galleria Alberto Sordi
Way
3 Eataly
Supermarket
4 La Rinascente
Department Store
1 Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport
Italy’s gateway to the world
Italy’s main international gateway, located 32 km southeast of Rome, handles over 70 million passengers annually. The modern terminal offers extensive retail, dining and efficient transit to the city via train and bus.
5 Via del Corso
POI
2 Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport
Rome’s cozy budget gateway
Located just south of Rome’s city center, this regional hub offers convenient connections to European destinations and budget airlines. The terminal is compact, with basic services and easy access via public transport.
2 Lake Albano
POI
Feedback