Esquilino Travel Guide
Rome
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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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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 art galleries 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 art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
La Scala Sancta
Learn about the local history of Rome when you take a trip to La Scala Sancta. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Church of St. Alphonsus Liguori
After visiting Church of St. Alphonsus Liguori, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rome. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral 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 stunning cathedral and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Rome: Castel Sant’Angelo Entry Ticket and Audioguide
Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Priority Entrance Ticket to Castel Sant Angelo
St. Peter’s Basilica Priority Access Tour with Dome & Crypt
Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
Vatican City: Skip the Line Access to St Peter Basilica
Top hotels in Esquilino
Napoleon Hotel
Room spotless, staff friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hotel Terminal
Close to restaurants and train station
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento
Ours was a quick one-night stay between travels to other parts of Italy. Thanks to the hotel’s close proximity to the train station, it was extremely convenient so we could maximize our few hours in Rome. The staff was helpful and efficient, which afforded us time to get in some sight-seeing and ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Hotel Aphrodite
Great experiance. Nice staff at the breakfast buffet. easy to get to from the train station
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Rome Experience Hostel
Great stay, perfect location to centre. Staff are lovely! All round great stay!
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
The Cross Hotel
Room wasn’t ready when check in time. Breakfast wasn’t good but dinner was delicious.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
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.
Castro Pretorio
Consider a visit to Piazza della Repubblica and take some time to enjoy the interesting museums during your time in Castro Pretorio. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Termini Tram Stop or Repubblica - Opera House Station.
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 Colosseum and Trevi Fountain 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.
