Visit Esquilino
Popular places to visit
Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore
Find out about the history of Rome when you spend time at Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II
Explore the great outdoors at Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, a lovely green space in Rome. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
Find out about the history of Rome when you spend time at Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Palace of the Holy Steps (Santuario della Scala Santa)
You can learn about the history of Rome with a stop at Palace of the Holy Steps (Santuario della Scala Santa). Visit the notable monuments and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Historic Museum of the Liberation
You can browse the exhibits at Historic Museum of the Liberation, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Rome. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Museo degli Strumenti Musicali
You can browse the exhibits at Museo degli Strumenti Musicali, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Rome. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Underground Rome Catacombs Tour with Aqueducts & Appian Way
Priority Entrance Ticket to Castel Sant Angelo
Gems of Tuscany: Florence & Pisa One Day Excursion from Rome
Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
Rome: Ancient Baths of Caracalla Ticket & Audio Guide
Top hotels in Esquilino
Napoleon Hotel
Staff were lovely and helpful but the room could have done with a bit more TLC for a 4 Star hotel. Very close to the metro, a huge bonus as it was our starting point for all our trips.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hotel Terminal
Luggage storage was great! Across the street from a good restaurant. Close to the train station. Elevator was small. One person and their luggage at a time. Unable to adjust ac/heat so room was hot. Thankfully we opened the window. Beds were small & uncomfortable but it did the job. We were just ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Mecenate Palace
The wonderful staff at the restaurant and front desk.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Aphrodite
Room was clean and the staff was very nice!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento
Amazing staff by far these was my best hotel experience and I have visited over 500 hotels in past 10 years but the vibe the atmosphere the amount of staff caring about you and making sure you are having a great staying it’s in a next level definitely recommend
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel RomAntica
Good clean comfortable room with friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Esquilino
Monti
Known for its prominent churches and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Monti. You can visit top attractions like San Pietro in Vincoli and Via del Boschetto, and jump on the metro at Cavour Station or Colosseo Station to see more of the city.
Celio
Noted for its historical sites and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Celio. Top attractions like Roman Forum and Appia Antica Archaeological Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Parco Celio Tram Stop or Colosseo-Salvi N. Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Repubblica
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Palazzo del Viminale to Quirinale – discover Repubblica, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Rome Historic Centre
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Rome Historic Centre. Top attractions like Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona are major draws. Catch the metro at Venezia Tram Stop or Colosseo Station to see more of the city.
Campitelli
You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Campitelli. You might want to make time for a stop at Roman Forum or Palatine Hill.
Trevi
Art galleries, churches and museums are just a few things travellers like about Trevi. Sights like Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Trevi are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Rome area at Barberini Station.
