Rome

The Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere, located in the heart of Rome’s bohemian Trastevere neighborhood, is a lively and vibrant square. By day, it buzzes with young families and […]

Roma Termini, Rome’s premier train station, serves as the bustling heart of Italy’s railway system. Recently renovated, this grand central hub is among Europe’s largest and connects travelers to the […]

In the town of Tivoli, just outside Rome, the Roman ruins of Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana) and the Renaissance palace of Villa d’Este stand as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These […]

Nestled in the countryside at mile 5 (kilometer 8) of the ancient Appian Way, the second-century Villa of the Quintilii (Villa dei Quintili) stands as a testament to Roman opulence. […]

Ponte Sisto, one of Rome’s 30-odd bridges over the Tiber River, uniquely links the vibrant neighborhoods of Trastevere and Campo de’ Fiori. Constructed to facilitate this direct connection, the bridge […]

The Forum Boarium, one of Rome’s oldest forums, was once a bustling cattle market and now stands as a quieter, more serene attraction. Located near the Piazza della Bocca della […]

Ponte Sant’Angelo, a marble pedestrian bridge spanning the Tiber River, connects Castel Sant’Angelo with the historic center of Rome. Built by Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 136 to access his […]

The Baths of Diocletian, or Terme di Diocleziano, once sprawled across 32 acres in Imperial Rome, serving as the largest public baths and accommodating up to 3,000 bathers at a […]

The Temple of Hadrian, a unique monument in Rome, dates back to the 2nd century AD and was built to honor Emperor Hadrian, who was revered as a deity. Today, […]

Leading directly into Piazza di Spagna, opposite the Spanish Steps, Via Condotti is a historic and elegant thoroughfare in Rome. Lined with high-end boutiques such as Gucci, Valentino, Armani, Prada, […]

Ancient Ostia, or Ostia Antica, was once a bustling port city with a population of around 50,000. As the Roman Empire expanded, the city was eventually abandoned and buried under […]

Inaugurated in 1911 to honor the first king of the newly united Italy, the Vittoriano stands as one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks. Located in the heart of the city, […]

Standing proudly on Rome’s Sacra Via, next to the Roman Forum, the Arch of Titus (Arco di Tito) is a towering monument built by Emperor Domitian in the first century […]

One of the main avenues in Rome’s historical center, Via del Corso stands out as a rare straight street in an area known for its maze of winding lanes. Stretching […]

The Column of Marcus Aurelius, or Colonna di Marco Aurelio, stands as a majestic Roman victory column in the heart of Piazza Colonna. Modeled after the more famous Trajan’s Column, […]

Before the construction of Fiumicino International Airport, Rome–Ciampino International Airport G. B. Pastine, commonly known as Ciampino, served as the primary gateway to Italy’s capital. Located in the outskirts of […]

Located 50 miles (80 kilometers) northwest of Rome, the Port of Civitavecchia serves as a gateway to Italy’s capital, where visitors can explore some of the world’s most significant art […]

The Basilica of St. John Lateran, also known as the Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, stands as Rome’s oldest church and the most significant of the city’s four papal […]

Aventine Hill, one of the legendary seven hills on which Rome was built, holds a significant place in the city’s founding myth as the hill chosen by Remus. Nestled in […]

Presumed to be set over the tomb of St. Paul, the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls (Basilica di San Paolo Fuori le Mura) stands as one of Rome’s […]

In the heart of Piazza Navona, Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers (Fontana delle Quattro Fiumi) has been a focal point since the 17th century. This baroque masterpiece […]

Perched atop Janiculum Hill, Piazzale Giuseppe Garibaldi is a scenic overlook in Rome, named for the bronze equestrian statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi, a key figure in Italian unification, that stands […]

Rome’s Jewish community, with roots extending over 2,000 years, finds its history preserved in the Jewish Museum of Rome (Museo Ebraico di Roma). Located within the Great Synagogue of Rome […]

Nestled in the heart of Rome, Testaccio is a historically working-class neighborhood that has transformed into a vibrant culinary and nightlife hub. The area’s authentic Italian atmosphere draws both locals […]