Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

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Rome Historic Centre which includes a fountain, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture
Rome Historic Centre
Rome Historic Centre
Rome Historic Centre
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 PantheonOpens in a new window, 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 StepsOpens in a new window, 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 NavonaOpens in a new window, 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.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Rome Historic Centre

Hotel Quirinale

Hotel Quirinale

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 7, Rome, RM
The price is ฿6,689 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿6,689
฿7,927 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,851 reviews)
"Good breakfast nice staff"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hotel Quirinale
Napoleon Hotel

Napoleon Hotel

4 out of 5
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II 105, Rome, RM
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Such a sweet hotel. Find my needs perfectly!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Napoleon Hotel
UNA Hotels Decò Roma

UNA Hotels Decò Roma

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Amendola, 57, Rome, RM
The price is ฿5,310 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,310
฿6,410 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,586 reviews)
"Beautiful property that is conveniently located."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

UNA Hotels Decò Roma
The Hive Hotel

The Hive Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Torino 6, Rome, RM
The price is ฿4,655 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,655
฿5,690 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,552 reviews)
"Great location nice and clean room"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

The Hive Hotel
Hotel Artemide

Hotel Artemide

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 22, Rome, RM
The price is ฿5,965 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,965
฿7,131 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hotel Artemide
iQ Hotel Roma

iQ Hotel Roma

4 out of 5
Via Firenze, 8, Rome, RM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,658 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,658
฿6,793 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,498 reviews)
"The property has an elevator and A/C. It has an ice machine and water. Top floor bar and restaurant. Check in is at 2pm which was nice. It’s a 15-20 minute walk to the Colusseum and Forum, the Trevi fountain and the Spanish Steps. Vatican City is a bit further but simple on the Metro train system. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

iQ Hotel Roma
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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 Palatine Hill.

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 Palazzo Venezia and jump on the metro at Venezia Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Pigna
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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
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Repubblica

4.5/5(379 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Palazzo del Viminale to Quirinale – discover Repubblica, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Sant'Eustachio

If you're spending some time in Sant'Eustachio, Palazzo Madama and Corso Vittorio Emanuele II are top sights worth seeing.

Sant'Eustachio

Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide