Rome Sightseeing Reviews ( 44 reviews )
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You should through a coin in (it will mean you will return to Rome). The coins must be thrown with your right hand over your left shoulder |
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No visit to Rome is complete without having seen its magnificent Colosseum, a vast amphitheatre with seating for 55,000 that was designed as a horse racing circuit and arena |
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This is the old central Rome area; the ruin are really interesting and shows how Rome was organized; it's really interesting to see also the different side of the forums, from the first one of the republic, throgh the one of the Caesars and than the one developed by other emperors. |
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It's on the top of the Spanish Steps; from here you will enjoy a great view of Rome, from just Piazza di Spagna just at the end of the Spanish steps to the Cupolone of San Peter. |
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This is a place that cannot be missed by lovers of art. However, you will need good few hours to view the most important areas and museums. There is so much to see that you could spend the whole day there. The most incredible is The Sistine Chapel that comes toward the end of the whole visit, but you can also walk straight there. I would also recommend Museo Pio-Clementino and Raphael’s masterpieces. I think that admission fee of 10 Euro in not much considering how much you can see there. |
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A fabulous fountain in the middle of the city of Rome but its so crowded in summer time with tourists that its hard to appreciate it fully. I imagine it would be nice to chill out around the fountain otherwise. |
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Is a truly amazing sight, especially on a clear sunny day. The ancient amphitheatre nearly 2000 years old is in ruins but the spirit and atmosphere is still overwhelming of glory and crueldays gone by, when men were put to the slaughter. Expect long queues but it moved quickly enough.. Think it was about €12 entry. Give yourself a good hour walking around to soak it all in. |
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The Pope gives blessings here every week and if you want to tick that off the must see list its worth going along to stand in the huge courtyard of the impressive state of the Vatican. We braved the hour long queue to walk around the interior and see the sumptious and lavish decorated ceilings and the piece de resistance, Michelangelo’s masterpiece: the Sistine Chapel. Smaller than I imagined it would be but non the less impressive |
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A huge sanctuary of Christian religion - I could not leave Rome without visiting here and showing my mam the photos as proof!
Its an enormous dome, the largest church in the world and overlooks the square.
You have the option of taking the elevator or the stairs, the latter being a bit cheaper.
The elevator brings you to the bottom of the dome from where a small, long and mostly spiral staircase brings you to the top of the dome - very tiring and enclosed space, not for those who suffer from Claustrophobia!
Worth the view when you get to the top! |
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Definitely my favourite part of Rome. I thought this was amazing! You are walking through all these tiny narrow streets filled with people, and next thing you end up bumping right into it, literally! The Pantheon is an amazing feat of engineering, considering its still standing, given the wars, etc that it has withstood. When many of the great historical buildings around it crumbled to the ground the Pantheon is still standing. There is something really awe inspiring about standing inside and looking up through the centre of the ceiling.
I recommend having someone with you who knows a bit of the history however, it makes it a lot more interesting. |
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I would really recommend doing a walking tour of Rome. Its such an amazing city with so much history, and its a shame to visit sites such as the Pantheon and the Colosseum without hearing the history behind them. Most good walking tours last from 2-4 hours, but at a leisurely place and with plenty of breaks for icecream.
We had a student of history as our guide and her enthusiam totally won us over. I enjoyed my day of sightseeing so much, she managed to make it all really, really interesting. |
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The Trevi fountain is incredible; even if you have seen la Dolce Vita or not you will be stunned by the beauty of the fountain, the sculptures are wonderfull and the atmosphere magic; go during the night even if it's plenty of people the place is romantic. |
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Il Pincio is a park close to Piazzo del Popolo and via Venezia. I really enjoyed taking a rest in this place when I was in Rome. I used to take a book with me and I was relax all the day lying in the grass and eating a great Italian ice great. |
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The Church of San Carlo is ok but what is great are the four fountains outside the church on the street, they are all different for the sculptures and each of them it's really nice; the only problem is that they are on a road with quite load of traffic. |
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Enjoyed this very much. The catacombs were very interesting. |
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Seeing the Trevi for the first time is a little strange as it is in a very small piazza and you basically turn a corner and it is in front of you no big build up - it is huge and takes up the whole piazza but it is fabulous and hard to believe it was made by someone - around the fountain you will find lots of ice cream shops with some of the best ice cream in rome so get an icecream sit down and take in the beauty its worth it - dont forget to toss a coin. |
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During the Middle Ages, this square formed the main entrance to the city for pilgrims and travellers arriving on the Via Flaminia (from the north). It was only when Pope Sixtus V placed the 1200 BC Egyptian obelisk of Ramses II in the centre of the square that Piazza del Popolo took on its current function. The obelisk is the tip of the trident formed by the three streets that begin in the square: Via del Corso, Via di Ripetta and Via del Babuino. Valadier was the architect who gave the square its present elliptical appearance by building the two ramps that lead to the Pincio. Two shell-shaped fountains overlooked by groups of statues stand in the two hemicycles. Valadier was also responsible for the buildings on Via del Babuino and Via di Ripetta that are today occupied by the famous cafes Rosati and Canovamments... |
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Ponte Sant'Angelo is the Bride of Angels which you will pass if you decide to walk to the Vatican which to be honest is the best way to get around Rome on foot. The sculptures on the bridge are amazing and to stand on it on a bright summer morning and look around is awesome so try not to miss it. |
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The Pantheon is one of my favourite places in Rome not so much for the place itself although it is amazing when you consider when it was built but I love the piazza in front of it - it is full of lots of little coffee shops and you can choose from any of them they all do the same sort of food and lovely coffee etc there is even a McDonalds but it is very well hidden away. So take a trip to this lovely little piazza you wont be disappointed |
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The perfect photo spot, with your hand inside it waiting to be bitten, a lot of visitors to Rome ignore its existence or forget to visit it.
The famous Mouth of Truth is a maskaron inside the porch of the church of St. Mary in Cosmedin. According to a famous Roman legend the threatening mouth would snap shut on the hand of the liars... Are you ready for the challenge? |
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I found it really informative and our guide Catrina was very good.
She was easy to understand and went a our pace and was cheerful and helpful.
She is a delightful person, and truly outstanding. Her tour was a highlight of my trip to Italy
She conveyed passion and commitment in a fun way, I would certainly recommend this tour. |
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If you talk to somebody who knows Rome very well, they will tell you that the authentic, typical working-class Romans are from Trastevere. There's also an expression in Roman dialect for them: "Noantri", and a festival called "Festa de' Noantri" (3rd week in July). This area is a good bet if you are looking for restaurants. Try some of the trattorie and pizzerie in Via della Lungaretta. Don't be put off by the informal and brusque waiters, the food is very good. There are also some touristy restaurants, though. If no locals are eating in a certain place, stay away. |
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No matter how many monuments you have seen already, the glimpse of the Pantheon as you explore the surrounding small streets and alleys will stop you in your tracks. It's well-preserved and imposing. It contains the tombs of two Italian kings (Umberto I and Vittorio Emanuele II). The artist Raphael is also buried there.
Have a look inside, the admission is free. The dome that the Romans managed to build is a masterpiece. |
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Its official names are either "Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II" or "Vittoriano" but it's commonly known as "L'Altare della Patria" because it was built in honour of the king Vittorio Emanuele II to celebrate the unification of Italy, therefore it's still a symbol of the country (Patria). The Romans make fun of its shape by calling it also "la macchina da scrivere" (the typewriter) or "la torta nuziale" (the wedding cake). It's a huge white monument that dominates a big square, Piazza Venezia. You can climb to the top for a panoramic view of the city centre. It's free. You are not allowed to sit, as the monument hosts the tomb of the "Milite Ignoto" (The Unknown Soldier). It also hosts the "Museo Centrale del Risorgimento" (free admission) which illustrates the unification of Italy. |
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Between Vatican City and Trastevere, the Janiculum Hill boasts one of the best panoramic views over Rome. It's a popular area, especially on Sundays. You can either take the bus 870 from Via Paola or otherwise you can walk there from Trastevere, but it's pretty far. |
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Football fans should not miss this big stadium. It was rebuilt for the 1990 World Cup and can hold about 82,000 people. If you happen to be in Rome when the two local teams Roma (they are called “i giallorossi”) and Lazio (“i biancazzurri”) are playing against each other try to get a ticket (well in advance). It’s worth it. This match is called “Il derby della Capitale” and it’s just spectacular, the rivalry between the two teams is unbelievable. Keep your eyes open if you wander around the stadium before and after the “derby”.
It is so important for them that they’d rather win that match and lose the Italian League (Serie A) than the other way around. Newspapers and local TV channels talk about it for weeks.
The International Tennis Tournament is held in this area as well, in a sports complex commonly referred to as Foro Italico (it’s also the name of this area of Rome).
To get there, you can take Metro (Line A) to Ottaviano and then bus no. 32. |
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It is not entirely true that it is free to visit the Trevi fountain. It is said if you throw a coin over your left shoulder into the fountain a returnm visit to Rome is garunteed. being the quintessential tourist I obliged so I hope my return is prompt. Another lesser known myth about the Trevi Fountain told to me by my city guide. If you are in rome with your partner and you drink from The left side of the Trevi fountain along with your partner, you both will remain forever faithful. that particular one i didnt try... The Trevi Fountain, its not feirce exciting but gives a nice photo opportunity and something you will end up doing anyway. beware of pickpockets around here. |
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Piazza Navona is one of the few places where you can pick out some artwork whilst eating your dinner. This wonderful Square is just south of the Trevi Fountain and although on foot it can be a little hard to find its well worth darting down sidestreets and generally looking lost.
There are plenty of authentic Italian Restaurants to be found all around teh square from the inexpensive to the pricey, you can enjoy pasta, pizza and of course Italian wine either inside quaint cafes or sitting outside under endless canopys
The centre of the Piazza is full of artists, and you can get the most vibrant oil, acrylic or watercolour painting, many have vaguely the same theme, scenes of roman buildings or flowers, seascapes or landscapes but the colours are always amazing.
It's also a good place to pick up a fake handbag, wallet or belt if you want one! Well worth a browse if you're looking for some food and a pleasant walk around afterwards. |
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Tip! If you are visiting the catacombs get some information before you go, or better still get a guide! We visited the catacombs as part of a walking Tour of Rome and our guide was a wonderful storyteller who brought the whole area to life!
If you dont go with a guide or have prior knowledge of what happened here, then what looks a bit like a pile of old foundations might leave your cold. But when you here about great Caesers meeting here and planning the future of the Roman Empire, The catacombs can't help but impress! |
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The Colosseum is the most iconic image of Rome and definately the place I was most looking forward to visiting. I was not disappointed. True to form like everywhere else in Rome. Turn a corner and you go from a modern buzzing city to an ancient world. The entrance fee was surprising low at€5 (although it could end up costing a lot more if you dont watch out for the pickpockets). There are a few interesting revelations made, some quite surprising. Wait until you find out it's real name, why it was preserved and how many (if any) Christians were killed here. It is a fantastic structure but unfortunately a lot of it is closed off. I suppose thats for the greater good. Now everybody ... "My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, Commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions, loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius" MAXIMUS!!! |
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There is not much left, but the Circus Maximus (Latin, Circo Massimo in Italian) was a massive stadium that could hold more than 250.000 people. It was used for horse races and sometimes also for mock battles and hunts. It’s situated between the Palatine and the Aventine hills and it’s a popular area for concerts. It was featured in famous Hollywood movies on Rome and it was also recently used for the celebrations of the 2006 Football World Cup when 700,000 people gathered there. |
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I like the Trevi Fountain. Its like someone Giant took a huge Giant ornament from his display cabinet and stuck right in the middle of Rome in this tiny little square. It's just... bizarre! It's too big for its space and always totally PACKED with people... the fountain itself is extremely impressive and you cant help but admire the amount of work that went into it!.
ITs best viewed at night though, or in the evening when its all lit up. Beware of crowds though, its ususally thronged. |
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What a wonderful setting. Climb the spanish steps with your girlfriend when the sun is setting. Buy a gelato from one of the street vendors on top. Have a seat and observe everything that is good about life. beautiful Views, Exercise, Romance. Couples kissing. ice Cream. Everybody Enjoying Themselves. The Spanish Steps carry a particular fond memory for me and that is enough for me to rate them as my favourite place in the world. |
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The most impressive fountain of Rome, a real masterpiece. It is commonly known as the location of one of the most celebrated scenes in Hollywood’s cinema history. In the movie “La Dolce Vita” (1960, director Federico Fellini), Anita Ekberg, a Swedish actress and model, jumps in the cold water of this fountain and invites Marcello Mastroianni to join her. This monument is a true wonder and, like the Pantheon, is huge but hidden behind small streets and alleys, so it’s a sensational sight. Don’t forget to throw a coin in the fountain, legend has it that if you do you’ll return to Rome ! |
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Rome is notorious for the may abandoned and semi-wild cats that live among its ruins. The temple ruins at Torre Argentina are particularly famous in this regard because they are the site of a sanctuary for some 200 plus moggies. The place has grown from small beginnings and is now run by a group of international volunteers, many of whom are sweet but rather batty elderly women (I mean that in a kind and caring way, honestly!) known by the locals as 'gattare' but I wouldn't use the term in the ladies' hearing.... I wouldn't go out of my way to see the place either, but if you're in the area and you're wondering why this particular site seems overrun by very smug looking cats and very harassed looking ladies, now you know! ;-) |
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The Spanish Steps pub crawl was great!!! It leaves from the top of the spanish steps every night. All you can drink beer and wine at the top of the spanish step for one hour before leaving for the 1st bar.
Price in great and includes t-shirt, one hour all you can drink, cover for all 3 bars, and a shot at each bar. |
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The thing I was looking forward to the most about Rome was possibly the most disappointing. To start off with we were hassled by vendors surrounding the area and took some firm no's to get through. Once at the entrance we paid different to what was on display but they were in the process of updating it.
Once inside the place wasn't all it was hyped up to be. May be this is something better kept as it once was. |
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The Vatican?! I mean whats there to say? The home of so much mystery, violence and many other things fully unknown to the public people. Trying to describe the Vatican is like trying to prove there is a god..
Home of Christianity the place is a wonder of amazing buildings, the smallest country in the world! I was lucky enough to see a mass by Pope Benedict IX the museum can't be missed, very cheap and could spend a full day there. A little tip is to visit the post office. A great place to go even if one is not religious. |
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One of Rome's top tourist attractions, the Trevi Fountain will take your breath away. They say if you throw a coin into it over your shoulder it will guarantee your return to the Eternal City. Needless to say thousands can be found doing so day after day after day. |
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This is an amazing small gallery up on the Pincio hill in the Villa Borghese. It contains masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael and the sublime Antonello da Messina, among others. Even if you know nothing about art history the surroundings and beauty of the rooms (in the Casino, or summerhouse of the Villa Borghese) cannot fail to impress. A word of warning, you cannot just hope to turn up; you need to book in advance, either by turning up and queueing to do so or by ringing : 02 32810. Best to book well in advance. Last time I went I booked a month ahead before I even got to Rome so I had a better choice of dates and times. |
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This Palace is just off the Via del Corso and is still in the private hands of the mega rich Doria Pamphilj Landi family. Part of the palace is open to the public and has been turned into a gallery as such things would have looked in earlier centuries - basically pictures wherever there's a bit of wall space to stick 'em on. So if you visit, not only will the amazingly decorated rooms themselves stun you, but the art will as well. For people used to a chronological, eye-level display of art, the overall impression however is one of organised chaos in the hanging of the pictures and if you just wander through without the use of one of the parlophone guides, you won't know what the important ones are to concentrate on. If you are not a student of art history and so don't want to spend a long time there, the speaking guides are a bit unfortunate 'cos they go into far too much detail and slow you down terribly. That said, this is an absolute gem in Rome and still relatively unknown. Worth visiting for the sumtuous rooms alone as much as for the art on display. |
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Guided tour of the Colosseum. Very worthwhile doing a tour. Cost €21 euro. This included tour of the Colosseum and then free tours of Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, circus maximus. English speaking. Queue to get into the colosseum was cut short by taking a tour. |
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Well worth it. The queues can be over 1KM long to get in. We were lucky we 40 mins before closing and didn't have to queue for more than 10 minutes. Once in there is quite a walk to the sistine chapel and you go through lots of small chapels with gorgeous frescos and illustrations. When you get to the chapel, there are no photos allowed and it is quite dark but well worth seeing. (closes at 1.30pm on Sat and doesn't open on sunday) |
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From "pyramide" train station take the train to lido centro. It takes about 30 minutes and only costs €1. The beach is only about 10 minutes walk from there and there are some nice pubs and restaurants and a class club set on the beach also. There is a hostel there too, can't remeber the name though |
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