Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

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Rome Historic Centre showing a square or plaza, a city and a statue or sculpture
Rome Historic Centre
Rome Historic Centre
Rome Historic Centre
Rome Historic Centre
Visit the center 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 PantheonOpens in a new window, 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 StepsOpens in a new window, 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 NavonaOpens in a new window, 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 center. 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 accommodations in the city’s center 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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Our pick of the best Rome Historic Centre Hotel Deals

Hotel Quirinale
Hotel Quirinale
4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 7, Rome, RM
The price is AU$245 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
AU$245
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,643 reviews)
"It is a nice hotel! Rooms are a little old. No carpet. Also bring your own hair conditioner. Service is pretty good."

Reviewed on 26 Dec. 2024

Hotel Quirinale
UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Amendola, 57, Rome, RM
The price is AU$275 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,546 reviews)
"Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
iQ Hotel Roma
iQ Hotel Roma
4 out of 5
Via Firenze, 8, Rome, RM
The price is AU$240 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$240
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,585 reviews)
"Very nice staff, small rooms but clean."

Reviewed on 25 Dec. 2024

iQ Hotel Roma
Napoleon Hotel
Napoleon Hotel
4 out of 5
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II 105, Rome, RM
The price is AU$272 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
AU$272
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"We like the older buildings easy access."

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Napoleon Hotel
Best Western Premier Hotel Royal Santina
Best Western Premier Hotel Royal Santina
4 out of 5
Via Marsala 22, Rome, RM
The price is AU$275 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Close to train station"

Reviewed on 24 Dec. 2024

Best Western Premier Hotel Royal Santina
Hotel Madison
Hotel Madison
3 out of 5
Via Marsala, 60, Rome, Lazio
The price is AU$139 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"We feel very luck to have found Hotel Madison. From the outside it appears very nondescript. When you enter you are immediately greeted by friendly staff. Lorenzo checked us in - was very helpful and friendly. Our room was very large, very clean and very safe. The size, comfort and amenities is unique ..."

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Hotel Madison
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Other neighbourhoods around Rome Historic Centre

Santa Francesca Romana showing heritage architecture

Campitelli

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Campitelli. You might want to make time for a stop at Roman Forum or Palatine Hill.

Campitelli
Monti which includes heritage elements, building ruins and heritage architecture

Monti

4.5/5(97 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
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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
Colosseum featuring a city, building ruins and a monument

Celio

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Noted for its historical sites and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Celio. Top attractions like Colosseum and Gay Street are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Parco Celio Tram Stop or Colosseo-Salvi N. Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Celio
Roman Forum showing heritage architecture and building ruins

Municipio I

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Municipio I, check out sights like Trevi Fountain or Colosseum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spagna Station or Barberini Station.

Municipio I


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