Rome, Lazio
The Eternal City — gladiatorial ruins, Renaissance piazzas & trattoria traditions
About Rome
Rome is a living open-air museum where nearly 3,000 years of architectural brilliance and vibrant contemporary Italian street life intertwine over seven ancient hills.
Top Places to Visit in Rome
The Colosseum & Roman Forum
The largest ancient amphitheatre built in 70-80 AD, accommodating up to 80,000 spectators for gladiatorial contests.
Vatican City & St. Peter's Basilica
The world's smallest sovereign city-state, holding Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling and St. Peter's Dome.
Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps
Late Baroque masterpiece depicting Oceanus; toss a coin over your left shoulder to ensure your return.
The Pantheon
2,000-year-old former Roman temple featuring the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome with a 9m open oculus.
Recommended 3 - 4 Days Itinerary
Imperial Rome — Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill
- Explore the mighty Colosseum arena and upper tiers
- Walk through the Roman Forum along the Via Sacra past ancient temples
- Climb Palatine Hill for views of the Circus Maximus
- Evening dinner and craft drinks in the bohemian Monti neighborhood
Vatican Splendor & Trastevere Evenings
- Morning tour of Vatican Museums, Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel
- Marvel at St. Peter's Basilica and climb the dome for a 360° Rome panorama
- Cross the Ponte Sant'Angelo towards Castel Sant'Angelo
- Wander the ivy-draped cobbled alleys of Trastevere for authentic pasta and wine
Baroque Fountains, Piazzas & Catacombs
- Early morning coin toss at Trevi Fountain and coffee at Sant'Eustachio
- Stand under the celestial oculus inside the ancient Pantheon
- Admire Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers at Piazza Navona
- Ascend the Spanish Steps up to the Pincio terrace for sunset over Rome
What to Eat in Rome
Classic Pasta Carbonara & Cacio e Pepe
Roman pastas made with guanciale, pecorino romano, egg yolk, and cracked black pepper.
Roman Pizza al Taglio
Airy, crispy sheet pan pizza sold by weight with fresh buffalo mozzarella and San Marzano tomatoes.
Artisanal Gelato
Rich, dense Italian ice cream freshly whipped with Sicilian pistachios and dark chocolate.