Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

Rome
Rome Historic Centre
Visit the centre of Italy’s capital and enjoy traditional Italian food. Relax in old bars and see some of the city’s famous historic sites.

Rome City Centre is filled with rich historic sites and lively shopping and dining areas. Explore this area and discover the famous Pantheon, a Roman temple built in the 2nd century. It’s located on one of seven major hills in Rome.

Enjoy classic Italian dishes and relax in charming bars. Climb the Spanish Steps, an ancient stairway and meeting place. The Spanish Steps are located near a large public park and many designer boutiques. See a 2nd-century towering cylindrical building, the Mausoleum of Hadrian.

Find the Piazza Navona, a popular meeting place for locals and visitors. Street artists and painters often work in this significant square. Observe the Fountain of the Four Rivers in the centre. The renowned Italian artist and architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini designed this fountain in the 17th century.

The church of St. Agnes in Agony faces the Piazza Navona. This architectural marvel was built in the 17th century. Inside, appreciate the relief The Holy Family by Italian Baroque sculptor Domenico Guidi and see the shrine for St. Agnes, containing Agnes’ skull.

Visit the historic Quirinal Palace, which today still functions as the residence of the president of the Italian Republic. This site has been the home of numerous popes and kings of Italy since construction was completed in the 16th century. Tour the palace and admire exquisite interior artworks adorning the walls.

Discover the Pantheon and notice its large granite Corinthian columns. This architectural masterpiece was built by Emperor Hadrian to worship all of the gods. The Pantheon is considered one of the best-preserved ancient buildings in Rome.

Reach the Rome City Centre via express train and bus services operating from Leonardo da Vinci Airport, also known as Fiumicino. Find suitable accommodation in the city’s centre with many luxury hotels and apartments available.

With spectacular Ancient Roman buildings, shopping districts and nightspots, the Rome City Centre is one of Italy’s most popular tourist areas.


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Top hotels in Rome Historic Centre

Hotel Madison
Hotel Madison
3 out of 5
Via Marsala, 60, Rome, Lazio
The price is ฿4,873 per night from 2 May to 3 May
฿4,873
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (855 reviews)
"The property is a 2 min walk to the train station! Which is amazing if you’re forgetting to pack anything! Starbucks, pharmacy, clothes, books the works. The area around the train station/walk to hotel was daunting at first due to lots of homeless people. However there was a strong police presence ..."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Hotel Madison
Hotel Quirinale
Hotel Quirinale
4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 7, Rome, RM
The price is ฿7,710 per night from 4 May to 5 May
฿7,710
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,311 reviews)
"Great location. Professional staff. Helpful front desk staff"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Hotel Quirinale
UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Amendola, 57, Rome, RM
The price is ฿8,872 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿8,872
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and on-site parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,344 reviews)
"Definitely visit again!"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
4 out of 5
Via Principe Amedeo 5/B, Rome, RM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿10,099 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿10,099
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,139 reviews)
"Personnel and Property were over the top. Willing to help and follow through with every request. I appreciated everything they did."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
The Republic Hotel
The Republic Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Gaeta 61, Rome
The price is ฿8,891 per night from 20 May to 21 May
฿8,891
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (898 reviews)
"The property is clean and staff was helpful."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

The Republic Hotel
Excellence Suite
Excellence Suite
Via della Purificazione 38, Rome, Italy
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,514 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿7,514
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this townhouse in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (601 reviews)
"Excellent location"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Excellence Suite
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Other neighbourhoods around Rome Historic Centre

Santa Francesca Romana showing heritage architecture

Campitelli

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Campitelli. You might want to make time for a stop at Roman Forum or Farnese Gardens.

Campitelli
Monti which includes heritage elements, building ruins and heritage architecture

Monti

4.5/5(649 area reviews)

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.

Monti
Pantheon which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Pigna

While you're in Pigna, take in top sights like Pantheon and jump on the metro at Venezia Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Pigna
Colosseum showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

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.

Trevi
Colosseum featuring a city, building ruins and a monument

Celio

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

Noted for its historical sites and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Celio. Top attractions like Colosseum and Roman Forum 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.

Celio
Roman Forum showing heritage architecture and building ruins

Municipio I

If you're spending time in Municipio I, check out sights like Trevi Fountain or Spanish Steps and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spagna Station or Barberini Station.

Municipio I

Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide