Rome, Italy

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Local name: Roma Population: 2.32 mil. (2020)Area: 497.05 mi²Elevation: 108 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°53'53"N, 12°29'1"E
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Rome Attractions - What to See and Explore

Rome offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Colosseum, Via Veneto, St. Peter's Square, Vatican Museums. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • colosseum rome
  • via veneto rome
  • st peters square rome
  • vatican museums rome
  • roman forum rome
  • pantheon rome
  • borgia apartments rome
  • arch of constantine rome
  • via condotti rome
  • st peters basilica rome
  • galleria borghese rome
  • altare della patria rome
  • apostolic palace rome
  • national roman museum rome
  • basilica di san giovanni in laterano rome
  • san paolo rome
  • santa maria maggiore rome
  • sistine chapel rome
  • ostia antica rome

Things to See and Do in Rome by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Rome.

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  • colosseum rome

    Colosseum

    RomeIconic ancient Roman gladiatorial arena
    AmphitheatreHistorical placeCelio
  • st peters basilica rome

    St. Peter's Basilica

    RomeWorld’s largest basilica of Christianity
    Baroque architectureChurch
  • altare della patria rome

    Altare della Patria

    RomeWhite marble memorial monument
    MuseumHistory museumCampitelli
  • san paolo rome

    San Paolo

    RomeElegant papal basilica and St Paul's tomb
    ChurchHistorical placeOstiense
  • santa maria maggiore rome

    Santa Maria Maggiore

    Rome5th-century church with a gilded ceiling
    Baroque architectureChurchMonti
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Sacred and religious sites

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Park

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    Pincio

    RomeStatues and gardens in scenic surrounds
    ParkCampo Marzio
  • circus maximus rome

    Circus Maximus

    RomeStone arena for vast Roman assemblies
    ParkRuinsRipa
  • bioparco di roma rome

    Bioparco di Roma

    RomeZoo with large animals, birds and reptiles
    Nature and wildlifeZooPinciano e salario
  • villa torlonia rome

    Villa Torlonia

    Rome
    MuseumVernacular architectureParkNomentano
  • monte mario rome

    Monte Mario

    Rome
    Parkdella Vittoria
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Monuments and statues

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Square

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    St. Peter's Square

    Rome
    Baroque architectureSquareGianlorenzo Bernini
  • piazza navona rome

    Piazza Navona

    RomeElegant square with a fountain and bars
    Baroque architectureSquareParione
  • piazza del popolo rome

    Piazza del Popolo

    RomeLandmark square by city's northern gate
    SquareCarlo RainaldiCampo Marzio
  • piazza di spagna rome

    Piazza di Spagna

    Rome
    Baroque architectureSquareArchitectureCampo Marzio
  • spanish steps rome

    Spanish Steps

    RomeIconic baroque stairway and meeting place
    Baroque architectureSquareCampo Marzio
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Temple

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Archaeological site

  • roman forum rome

    Roman Forum

    RomeExcavated heart of the Roman Empire
    Archaeological siteCampitelli
  • ostia antica rome

    Ostia Antica

    RomeRemains of an ancient Roman city
    Archaeological site
  • theatre of marcellus rome

    Theatre of Marcellus

    RomeRoman theater with summer festival
    Archaeological siteHistorical placeSant'Angelo
  • forum holitorium rome

    Forum Holitorium

    Rome
    Archaeological siteAncient Roman architectureSant'Angelo
  • veio rome

    Veio

    Rome
    Archaeological site
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Rome – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Rome, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Villa d'Este (Tivoli), Hadrian's Villa (Tivoli), Garden of Ninfa.

  • villa deste tivoli17 milesE
  • hadrians villa tivoli15 milesE
  • garden of ninfa33 milesSE
  • papal palace of castel gandolfo13 milesSE
  • zoomarine18 milesS

Best Time To Visit Rome

Learn when is the best time to travel to Rome weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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April, May and June are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March and July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in July. Most of it rains in October and November.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Rome?

The top attractions to visit in Rome are:

What is the best time to visit Rome?

April, May and June are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March and July. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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