Top 10 Attractions in Rome

The Colosseum, known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is an iconic symbol of the power and ingenuity of the ancient Roman Empire.

Standing majestically in the heart of Rome, it is the largest amphitheater ever built, capable of holding up to 80,000 spectators.

Constructed under the rule of Emperor Vespasian, it was completed by his son Titus in 80 AD.

The Vatican City, an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, is the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church, as well as the residence of the Pope.

Home to some of the world's most precious art and architecture, its boundaries house the magnificent St.

Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's celebrated frescoes, and the Vatican Museums filled with artistic treasures.

The Pantheon, a former Roman temple now a church, is a masterpiece of classical architecture and one of the best-preserved monuments of ancient Rome.

Commissioned by Marcus Agrippa and later rebuilt by Emperor Hadrian in around 126 AD, it boasts the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world.

The Pantheon's oculus, the central opening at the dome's apex, floods the interior with natural light, creating a unique atmosphere that has inspired architects for nearly two millennia.

At the heart of ancient Rome lies the Roman Forum, once the epicenter of Roman public life, where citizens of the empire would gather for judicial, commercial, religious, and political activities.

The Forum holds the ruins of several important ancient government buildings and temples, such as the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Titus, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Walking through the sprawling ruins, one can envision the bustling activity of the Roman Empire at its zenith.

The Trevi Fountain, an emblem of Baroque art, is the largest and one of the most famous fountains in Rome.

Designed by Italian architect Nicola Salvi and completed in 1762, the fountain's intricate sculptures and majestic design depict the taming of the waters, with Oceanus commanding the chariot of the Tritons.

According to legend, tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain ensures your return to Rome.

The Spanish Steps, a monumental stairway of 135 steps, have long been a gathering place for artists, intellectuals, and tourists.

Designed by architects Francesco de Sanctis and Alessandro Specchi, they connect the Piazza di Spagna at the base with the Piazza Trinità dei Monti and its twin-towered church that dominate the skyline.

In spring, the steps are adorned with vibrant azaleas, enhancing their beauty.

Piazza Navona is one of Rome's liveliest and most beautiful squares, famed for its trio of fountains, including the Fountain of the Four Rivers with its towering Egyptian obelisk, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

The piazza follows the plan of an ancient Roman circus, the Stadium of Domitian, which once hosted athletic contests and chariot races.

The Baroque church of Sant'Agnese in Agone, designed by Borromini, stands prominently on one side of the piazza and adds to the dramatic architectural display.

The Borghese Gallery (Galleria Borghese) is an art lover's paradise, nestled within the verdant Villa Borghese park.

This gallery contains a substantial part of the Borghese collection of paintings, sculptures, and antiquities, begun by Cardinal Scipione Borghese in the 17th century.

The gallery’s highlights include masterpieces by Caravaggio, Bernini, Titian, and Raphael.

Set atop Capitoline Hill, the Capitoline Museums are a group of art and archaeological museums, which constitute the oldest public collection of art in the world, dating back to 1471.

The museums are housed in three palazzi surrounding Piazza del Campidoglio, designed by Michelangelo, where the symbolic equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius stands.

The collections include important statues from the Roman Empire, inscriptions, and jewels that trace back to the height of the Roman power.

Ostia Antica is a large archaeological site that was once the bustling seaport of ancient Rome.

Located at the mouth of the River Tiber, this well-preserved site gives a remarkable insight into what life was like in the Roman era.

Visitors can walk the old streets, just as Romans did centuries ago, and explore the remains of shops, baths, apartments, temples, and theaters.