Best churches in Rome

St. Peter's Basilica

Piazza San Pietro

It is one of the most popular churches in the world, with its Masterpieces, with its Archaelogical site and its Pope's Tombs, for all this reasons is considered one of the most expensive churches in Rome, but it's amazing,who never knows, you might see the Pope.

There is a dress code to get inside.

Every day from 7,30am to 7pm; on Sunday only in the afternoon.
For the booking uff.scavi@fabricsp.va

Free entrance for the basilica

Admission € 8,00 to visit the Dome

Santa Maria Maggiore

Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore

It is one of the magnificent church in Rome, you can find inside the tomb of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, it keep the best mosaics and is one of the patriarchal basilica of Rome.

Free entrance open every day from 8.30am to 7pm.

St. John Lateran

Piazza San Giovanni

It was designed by Borromini in the 17th century, the church was built over the spot of the first legal church in Rome built by Costantine in 318 A.D. Please remember that is the firts cathedral church of the city.

St. Paul's Outside The Walls

The basilica is dated back to the 4th century, but was rebuilt after fire of 1823 with the original design. It is one of the most beautiful of Rome, because is full of colour, the people appreciate the spectacular 80 columns lining in the centre of the basilica.

San Clemente

Via San Giovanni in Laterano
Roma (Roma)

It is one of the coolest church in Rome, dated back to the 12th century, but was built over an earlier 4th century church. It keep an ancient Roman level with a special area for the celebration. The basilica an example architectural of the past.

Admission € 3,00 but it's really worth

Catacombs

The Catacombs were places of burial and worship of the christian people in the past, consist in subterranean system of hallway and niches. The most popular Catacombs are the christian one, they were created along the Via Appia Antica and they are all dated the 2nd century. We recommend the Catacombs of S. Callisto.

Catacombs of San Sebastian

Via Appia Antica, 136
Roma (Roma)

Every day from 8.30am to 12pm and from 2.30pm to 5pm, closed on Sunday.

Catacombs of San Callisto

Via appia Antica, 110
Roma (Roma)

Every day from 8.30am to 12pm and from 2.30pm to 5pm, closed on Wednesday

Admission € 5,00

Catacombs of Domitilla

Via delle Sette Chiese, 282
Roma (Roma)

Every day from 8.30am to 12pm and from 2.30pm to 5pm, closed on Tuesday

Catacombs of Priscilla

Via salaria, 430
Roma (Roma)

Every day from 8.30am to 12pm and from 2.30pm to 5pm, closed on Monday

Admission € 5,00

Catacombs of Sant'Agnese

Via Nomentana, 149
Roma (Roma)

Every day from 9am to 12pm and from 4pm to 6pm, closed on Monday afternoon and Sunday

Admission € 5,00

Relics

Santa Croce In Gerusalemme

It keep some thorns from christ's crown, and some soil from calvary; includes also a piece of the true cross. The best surprise is one finger of St.Thomas.

Crypt of the Cappuchin

Via Veneto, 27
Roma (Roma)

It is in Santa Maria dell'Immacolata Concezione, inside you'll visit thousands of bones technically and artistically arrenged, those represent remains of saints. A must see.

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Ara Pacis Augustae

Lungotevere in Augusta
Roma (Roma)

The Ara Pacis is the first architecture work in the city center from Fascism time, designed by Richard Meyer & Partner Architects. The Museum has been created entirely with tempered glass and Roman travertine marble, which has been used to realised Piazza Augusto Imperatore. This Museum was decreed by Roman Senate in 13 BC to honour the return of emperor Augustus from Gaul and Spain. Inside you will find the " Altar of Peace" commissioned by the first Roman emperor Octavian Augustus in 9 BC and represents 30 years of imperial history, from Ceaser to the peace and stability ensured from Augustus; while in the east side you will find the incredible relief of Tellus " Mother Earth".

Every day from 9am to 7pm, closed on Monday

Admission € 6,50

Reduced € 3,00

Arch of Constantine

Built 315, restored 18th century, celebrated Constantine's victory over Maxentius. Almost 25 metres tall, it is the largest triumphalarch preserved in Rome. Recent studies raised that the arch reused previous masonary structures, probably of the 2nd century A.D.
Address:Piazza del Closseo.

Caracalla Baths

Via delle Terme di Caracalla, 52

The Caracalla Thermal Baths are the best preserved and most studied example of the great Imperial thermal baths.The thermal could accommodate 10-15 thousand bathers a day.Nowadays the water is not running any more, but you can visit the exercise area, librarie, art galleries etc.and gardens.
Most of rich marble was removed during the years but remaining mosaics can give you an imagine how was bathing in Rome.

Every day from 9am to 6.30pm(until 3.30 Nov-Mar), on Monday from 9am to 2pm.

Admission € 6,00 7 days ticket also including the entrence to the of Cecilia Metella and Villa of the Quintilli

Castel San'angelo

Lungotevere Castello
Roma (Roma)

Built as Emperor Hadrian's mausoleum, then was converted into a fortress became famousdown through time especially as a prison; here Benvenuto Cellini and the famous adventurer Giuseppe Balsamo, known as the Count of Cagliostro, were imprisoned.During the Renaissance became part papal apartment.It also has small collection of arms from Etruscan to 1900's. You will have a great views over Rome from the terrace.During the summer it take place special event called "Notti Animate" consist in a music live concerts.

Every day from 9am to 7.30pm, closed on Monday (last admission at 6.30pm).

Admission € 5,00

Colosseum (Anphiteatre Flavius)

Piazza del Colosseo
Roma (Roma)

It was completed in 80 B.C; was restored in 217 A.D; damaged many times by earthquakes and barbarians; hosted more then 400 years of bloody battles between gladiators and wild beast were once held. You can just walk around outside or you can get inside, if you wanna have an idea of the seating areas and discovering the arena floor.

Every day from 9am to 1h before sunset.

Admission € 9,00 + € 2,00 for exhibition (ticket valid also for the Palatine).

Domus Aurea

Via Labicana, 136

Nero's "Golden House" is one of the most impressive imperial residence, for its frescoes and stuccoes. In the early 2nd century, the emperor Trajan used what remained of the Domus Aurea as the foundations for his baths, transforming the splendid reception halls in to the present-day dark underground rooms. Only 20 percent survives, is in restoration until the end of 2007.

Admission € 5 + € 1,50 for the booking fee

Markets of the Trajan and Forum

Via IV Novembre
Roma (Roma)

The Forum of Trajan was the last and the richest forum.It housed a series of buildings and spaces. The market completed this majestic complex.The well preserved monument of this area is the Trajan's Column. You can get a free view of this spectacular complex from via dei Fori Imperiali, but remember that theris an admission fee for eache spot.

Every day from 9am to 6.30pm, closed on Monday.

Admission € 6,20

Mouth of Truth

Piazza Bocca della Veritΰ
Roma (Roma)

It is a large stone disk depicting the face of a faun or river god, with its mouth open. During the Middle Age flourished a legend: whoever told a lie while holding his hand in the mouth would have ended up pulling out only the stump.

Every day from 9am to 6pm( Apr-Sem); from 9am to 5pm(Oct-Mar).

Palatine Hill

Via di S. Gregorio, 30 or Piazza S. Maria Nova, 53

It is considered the beginning of Rome, it was the emperors house for long time Nowadays it looks like a big garden; it is really worth seeing the ruins inside, you can spend half day relaxing yourself and discovering one of the splendid views over Rome.Enjoy having picnic!

Every day from 9am until 1h before sunset

Admission € 9,00 the ticket valid also for the Colosseum

Pantheon

Piazza della Rotonda
Roma (Roma)

The Pantheon is one of the most majestic buildings in the world, and has survived almost intact, is an axample of the harmony and elegance of the Roman architecture. The Pantheon of today is completely differnt from the original, is the work of Emperor Hadrian, who rebuilt the monument in the early 2nd century, keeping only the ancient inscription. Inside you can admire the dome with a large open "eye", of a diameter of 9 metres. This monument today is the sanctuary of the kings of Italy: in fact it holds the tombs of Victor Emmanuel II, Humbert I and Margherita di Savoia, and the Raphael's tomb.

Free entrence from 8.30am to 7.30pm, Sunday from 9am to 6pm.

Piazza Navona

This beautiful Baroque style piazza built over the Ist century AD Domitian's Stadium, Its original use for athletic games; in the center of the square rises the famous Fountain of the Four Rivers, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini to support a magnificent obelisk; and the magnificent church of Sant'Agnes by Borromini. The piazza is surrounded by excellent cafθs and ice-cream shops, sitting down for cappuccino or for dinner is really worth it. It is also possible to walk around and meet artists and intellectuals, or buy a nice caricature for home.

Piazza di Spagna

It is the most popular and the most original square in the World for its 18th century staircase the well known (Spanish Steps), since the 17th century it has been the meeting place for travelers coming from all over the world. At the end of the staircase you can find " Fontana della Barcaccia" designed by Bernini. Nowaday is considered fashon street because of the boutiques of famous designers such as Missoni, Valentino ,Dolce and Gabbana etc.

Roman Forum

Largo Romolo e Remo 5-6 Piazza S. Maria Nova,and Via del MonteTarpeo.
Roma (Roma)

In the past the Roman Forum was considered the polical,judicial and commercial center of the ancient city. All the main buildings of this area are still visible after 3,000 years most of those are in a good states of preservation.

Free entrance every day from 9am to 1h before sunset.

Trevi Fountain

The Trevi Fountain is the most famous and spectacular fountain in Rome, made even more famous by Fellini's film " La Dolce Vita". Particularly nice during the evening, dont forget to throw coin over your shoulders, a roman legend tells that you'll get back to Rome soon.