Rome: Baroque Architecture
Places and attractions in the Baroque architecture category
Categories
- Church
- Baroque architecture
- Historical place
- Museum
- Palace
- Sacred and religious sites
- Vernacular architecture
- Architecture
- Street
- Art museum
- Ancient Roman architecture
- Ruins
- Fountain
- Park
- Monuments and statues
- History museum
- Square
- Bridge
- Temple
- Renaissance architecture
- Neighbourhood
- City gate
- Romanesque architecture
- Specialty museum
- Arch
- Theater
- Cemetery
- Catacombs
- Archaeological site
- Historic walking areas
- Concerts and shows
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Giacomo della Porta
- Hill
- Gianlorenzo Bernini
- Art gallery
- Tomb
- Francesco Borromini
- Shopping
- Natural attraction
- Archaeological museum
- Martino Longhi il Vecchio
- Unesco
- Carlo Maderno
- Library
- Carlo Rainaldi
- Spiritual
- Opera
- Arenas and stadiums
- Aqueduct
- Nature
- Modern art museum
- Mausoleum
- Obelisk
- Giovanni Battista Soria
- Giovanni Antonio De Rossi
- Tower
- Forts and castles
- Music venue
- Garden
- Golf
- Hotel
- Gothic Revival architecture
- Nightlife
- Baths
- Amusement park
- Memorial
- Shopping centre
St. Peter's Square
St. Peter's Square, known in Italian as Piazza San Pietro, is an iconic plaza located at the heart of Vatican City, embraced by the arms of the colossal St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, Italy. This grandiose space serves not only as a spiritual and cultural epicenter but...
St. Peter's Basilica
World’s largest basilica of Christianity St. Peter's Basilica stands as an iconic emblem of the Vatican City and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture in Rome, Italy. This colossal church, the largest in the world, is a central place of pilgrimage for Catholics and an exemplar of artistic...
Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran
The Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, standing majestically in the heart of Rome, Italy, is not only the oldest church in the Western world but also holds the unique title of being the Cathedral of Rome and the ecumenical mother church of Roman Catholic faithful.
Santa Maria Maggiore
5th-century church with a gilded ceiling The Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore is one of Rome's four major basilicas and a revered jewel of antiquity, standing proudly with its breathtaking beauty and historical significance. Nestled in the heart of the Eternal City, this church is not only a place of worship...
Vatican Necropolis
Beneath the gilded opulence of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City lies the Vatican Necropolis, a historical treasure trove shrouded in the sacred and the mysterious. This ancient cemetery, resting in the heart of Rome, Italy, is a subterranean labyrinth where...
Ponte Sant'Angelo
Ancient bridge built by Emperor Hadrian Ponte Sant'Angelo, gracing the Tiber River, is an enduring symbol of Rome's rich history and architectural prowess. Originally completed in 134 AD by Emperor Hadrian, the bridge was intended to span the river and connect the city center with his newly constructed...
Piazza Navona
Elegant square with a fountain and bars Piazza Navona is one of the most celebrated and picturesque squares in the heart of Rome, Italy. Known for its elegant Baroque architecture and vibrant atmosphere, this oval-shaped public space is a hub of artistic and cultural activity, drawing tourists and locals...
Trevi Fountain
Iconic 18th-century sculpted fountain The Trevi Fountain, nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, is an emblematic masterpiece of Baroque art and one of the city's most cherished tourist attractions. This monumental fountain, standing at approximately 26 meters high and 49 meters wide, is the largest Baroque...
Santa Maria del Popolo
Augustinian church with major artworks Nestled in the heart of Rome's bustling Piazza del Popolo lies the historic Santa Maria del Popolo, a quintessential example of Italian Renaissance architecture and art. This revered church, with its origins tracing back to 1099, stands as a testament to Rome's rich...
Piazza di Spagna
Piazza di Spagna, with its grand staircase and charming atmosphere, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Rome, Italy. This bustling square is named after the Spanish Embassy to the Holy See, which has been located here since the 17th century.
Palazzo Barberini
Baroque palace housing an art gallery Palazzo Barberini stands as a testament to the grandeur of Italian Baroque architecture in the heart of Rome, Italy. This majestic palace was commissioned by Pope Urban VIII and was designed by prominent architects of the era, including Carlo Maderno, Gian Lorenzo...
San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane
Nestled in the heart of Rome, the San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane, also known as San Carlino due to its intimate size, is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture that captures the essence of 17th-century artistry. This Catholic church, designed by the architect Francesco...
Spanish Steps
Iconic baroque stairway and meeting place The Spanish Steps are an iconic monument in the heart of Rome, Italy, offering a picturesque stairway that has captivated visitors for centuries. Constructed between 1723 and 1725, the steps were designed by architects Francesco de Sanctis and Alessandro Specchi.
Fontana del Moro
Ornate 16th-century marble fountain Nestled in the heart of Rome's bustling Piazza Navona, the Fontana del Moro is a masterpiece of Italian sculpture that has captivated visitors for centuries. This ornate fountain, designed by the renowned artist Giacomo della Porta in the late 16th century, is a...
Sant'Ignazio
Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Church of Sant'Ignazio di Loyola, commonly known as Sant'Ignazio, is a baroque masterpiece that captivates visitors with its architectural splendor and artistic treasures. This historic church, dedicated to Ignatius of Loyola, the...
Sant'Agnese in Agone
Baroque church at martyrdom site Nestled in the heart of Rome, Sant'Agnese in Agone is an architectural marvel that captures the essence of Baroque artistry. This titular church, situated in the bustling Piazza Navona, is not only a place of worship but also a treasure trove of history and culture...
San Lorenzo in Piscibus
Nestled within the heart of Rome, San Lorenzo in Piscibus presents a serene escape from the bustling city streets, offering a glimpse into the spiritual and architectural heritage of Italy's capital. This titular church, though small and unassuming in its stature, is...
Santa Maria della Vittoria
Baroque church known for Bernini work Nestled in the heart of Rome, Santa Maria della Vittoria is a lesser-known gem that boasts an opulent Baroque interior sure to captivate the discerning eye of any visitor. This titular church, located on Via XX Settembre, is a testament to the grandeur of Roman...
Palazzo Montecitorio
Palazzo Montecitorio is an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, serving as a significant landmark with its rich history and political importance. Constructed in the seventeenth century, this palace is the seat of the Italian Chamber of Deputies, one...
Santa Cecilia in Trastevere
Nestled within the charming district of Trastevere in Rome, Italy, the Basilica of Santa Cecilia stands as a testament to the city’s rich religious history and architectural grandeur. A titular church with origins dating back to the 5th century, it is dedicated to St.
Palazzo della Consulta
The Palazzo della Consulta is an imposing palace located in the heart of Rome, Italy, a stone's throw from the iconic Trevi Fountain. This grandiose building, with its neoclassical facade, serves not only as an architectural marvel but also as a significant seat of...
Palazzo Spada
The Palazzo Spada is a magnificent palace nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, that exudes the grandeur and opulence of the Italian Renaissance. This historic building is not only a testament to the architectural brilliance of the 16th century but also houses a...
Santa Maria della Pace
Santa Maria della Pace is a church in Rome, central Italy, not far from Piazza Navona. The building lies in rione Ponte.
Chiesa di Sant'Andrea al Quirinale
The Church of Saint Andrew on the Quirinal is a Roman Catholic titular church in Rome, Italy, built for the Jesuit seminary on the Quirinal Hill.
Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi
Classic 17th-century fountain and obelisk Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi is a fountain in the Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy. It was designed in 1651 by Gian Lorenzo Bernini for Pope Innocent X whose family palace, the Palazzo Pamphili, faced onto the piazza as did the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone of which Innocent was the sponsor.
Sant'Andrea della Valle
Sant'Andrea della Valle is a minor basilica in the rione of Sant'Eustachio of the city of Rome, Italy. The basilica is the general seat for the religious order of the Theatines.
San Marco Evangelista al Campidoglio
San Marco is a minor basilica in Rome dedicated to St. Mark the Evangelist located in the small Piazza di San Marco adjoining Piazza Venezia. It was first built in 336 by Pope Mark, whose remains are in an urn located below the main altar. The basilica is the national church of Venice in Rome.
Palazzo Fusconi-Pighini
The Palazzo Fusconi-Pighini is a Renaissance-style palace located on Piazza Farnese #44 in the rione Regola of central Rome, Italy. The 16th-century palace also goes by the name of Pighini or Gallo di Roccagiovine. Today the palace houses various offices including the embassy of Cyprus.
Chiesa del Gesù
The Church of the Gesù is the mother church of the Society of Jesus, a Catholic religious order. Officially named Chiesa del Santissimo Nome di Gesù all'Argentina, its facade is "the first truly baroque façade", introducing the baroque style into architecture.
Sant'Agata in Trastevere
Sant'Agata in Trastevere is one of the churches of Rome, located in the Trastevere district, at Largo San Giovanni de Matha, 91. The church is dedicated to the Sicilian St Agatha, martyred in approximately 251, whose cult soon spread well beyond Sicily.
Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza
Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza is a Roman Catholic church in Rome. Built in 1642–1660 by the architect Francesco Borromini, the church is widely regarded a masterpiece of Roman Baroque architecture.
San Bonaventura al Palatino
The Church of San Bonaventura al Palatino is a small 17th century church building in Rome built on Via Marco Colidio the Palatine Hill.
Chiesa di San Filippo Neri
San Filippo Neri is a deconsecrated church in Rome, important for historical and artistic reasons. The church, facing the Via Giulia, was built during the Baroque age. San Filippo was supposed to be demolished together with the surrounding neighborhood in the late 1930s, but due to the onset of WWII the demolition was halted.
Catacombe di San Sebastiano
The Catacombs of San Sebastiano are a hypogeum cemetery in Rome, rising along Via Appia Antica, in the Ardeatino Quarter. They are one of the very few Christian burial places that have always been accessible.
Obelisk of Montecitorio
The Obelisk of Montecitorio, also known as Solare, is an ancient Egyptian, red granite obelisk of Psammetichus II from Heliopolis.
Santa Maria Annunziata in Borgo
Santa Maria Annunziata in Borgo, popularly known as Nunziatina, is an oratory of Rome, in the rione Borgo, facing on Lungotevere Vaticano.
Santa Maria in Palmis
Santa Maria in Palmis, also known as Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis, is a small church southeast of Rome, central Italy.
Trinità dei Monti
Renaissance church next to Spanish Steps The church of the Santissima Trinità dei Monti, often called merely the Trinità dei Monti, is a Roman Catholic late Renaissance titular church in Rome, central Italy. It is best known for its position above the Spanish Steps which lead down to the famous Piazza di Spagna. The church and its surrounding area are a French State property.
Palazzo dei Convertendi
Palazzo dei Convertendi is a reconstructed Renaissance palace in Rome. It originally faced the Piazza Scossacavalli, but was demolished and rebuilt along the north side of Via della Conciliazione, the wide avenue constructed between 1936 and 1950, which links St Peter's Basilica and the Vatican City to the centre of Rome.
San Sebastiano fuori le mura
San Sebastiano fuori le mura, or San Sebastiano ad Catacumbas, is a Minor basilica in Rome, central Italy. Up to the Great Jubilee of 2000, San Sebastiano was one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome, and many pilgrims still favor the traditional list.
San Gregorio Magno al Celio
San Gregorio Magno al Celio, also known as San Gregorio al Celio or simply San Gregorio, is a church in Rome, Italy, which is part of a monastery of monks of the Camaldolese branch of the Benedictine Order.
Santa Susanna
The Church of Saint Susanna at the Baths of Diocletian is a Roman Catholic parish church located on the Quirinal Hill in Rome, Italy. There has been a titular church associated to its site as far back as AD 280.
San Rocco
San Rocco is a church at 1 Largo San Rocco, Rome, dedicated to Saint Roch. It is next to the Mausoleum of Augustus.
Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
The Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem or Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, is a Catholic Minor basilica and titular church in rione Esquilino, Rome, Italy. It is one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
Villa Doria Pamphili
Public park around a 17th-century villa The Villa Doria Pamphili is a seventeenth-century villa with what is today the largest landscaped public park in Rome, Italy. It is located in the quarter of Monteverde, on the Gianicolo, just outside the Porta San Pancrazio in the ancient walls of Rome where the ancient road of the Via Aurelia commences.
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