Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

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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 ฿5,713 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿5,713
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (895 reviews)
Thank you Hotel Madison
"We arrived early, the receptionist was so kind & helpful & stored our luggage. Checkout was just as helpful with the same receptionist…Will definitely be back…p.s,so close to the train station…"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Hotel Madison
Hotel Quirinale
Hotel Quirinale
4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 7, Rome, RM
The price is ฿8,721 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
฿8,721
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,361 reviews)
Real character.
"Wonderful, friendly check in staff. Gorgeous hotel with real character. Lovely room with nice amenities, large bathroom and nice balcony to interior courtyard. Bed is very firm, but we slept okay."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Hotel Quirinale
UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Amendola, 57, Rome, RM
The price is ฿9,916 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿9,916
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (1,367 reviews)
"The property was excellent. Elevator and entrance was great for a wheel chair."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
The Republic Hotel
The Republic Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Gaeta 61, Rome
The price is ฿11,769 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
฿11,769
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (928 reviews)
"Good property"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

The Republic Hotel
Excellence Suite
Excellence Suite
Via della Purificazione 38, Rome, Italy
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,047 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿7,047
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this townhouse in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (634 reviews)
"Arrived prior to check in time and was accompanied!"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Excellence Suite
Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
4 out of 5
Via Principe Amedeo 5/B, Rome, RM
The price is ฿9,268 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿9,268
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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 helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,172 reviews)
Italian Delight
"We had a delightful stay and trip. The hotel was very nice. The breakfast was fantastic. Such a wide array of options to choose from. The staff was helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
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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
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 showing heritage elements and building ruins

Colonna

While visiting Colonna, you might make a stop by sights like Via del Corso and Piazza del Parlamento.

Colonna

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