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Rome Attractions - What to See in Rome

Rome has a wealth of interesting tourist attractions including ancient monuments, churches, catacombs, and museums. Here is information about what to see in Rome.

Top Rome Tourist Attractions

Use this guide to top Rome tourist attractions to find the best things to see and do on your vacation in Rome, Italy.

Top Ten Ancient Rome Sites - The Best Roman Ruins to Visit in Rome

The glories of Ancient Rome are easily accessible to the visitor and some can be seen for free. Here are the ten top ancient Roman sites and ruins to visit while in Rome.

Top Churches to Visit in Rome

Rome has many interesting churches with fine art work worth a visit but there are some Rome churches that really stand out. Here are the top churches to see in Rome.

Photos of Rome's Attractions

Explore Rome with our photos of Rome's monuments, churches, squares, and ancient Roman sites.

Rome with Kids

With its ruins, restaurants, and art, Rome is a fun and fascinating place to travel with kids. There are a ton of options for entertaining kids in Rome, including parks, piazza, and museums, and we've outlined some of these attractions in the following list. And, remember, if these suggestions don't win over your brood, there's always a...

Rome for Free - Top Things to do in Rome for Frugal Travelers

The top things to do in Rome for free or very cheap, including museums with a free visiting day, from Europe for Visitors.

Angels and Demons Top Sites in Rome and the Vatican

Angels and Demons, the movie based on the book by Dan Brown, is set in Rome and the Vatican. Here are top places you'll see in the movie.

Campo dei Fiori

Campo dei Fiori is one of Rome's most popular squares. Learn more about Campo dei Fiori's history and why Romans and tourists like to visit this square today.

Castrense Amphitheater and Monastic Gardens in Rome, Italy

Rome's second amphitheater is Castrense Amphitheater. Monastic gardens at Santa Croce in Gerusalemme church in Rome, Italy are built into the amphitheater.

Eat Pray Love Sites in Rome

Eat Pray Love, the movie based on the book by Elizabeth Gilbert, has scenes set in Rome and Naples, Italy. Elizabeth Gilbert, played by Julia Roberts in the movie, spends her time in Rome searching for beauty and exploring Italian food in the first section, Eat. Here are some of the Rome locations you'll see in the movie, Eat Pray Love.

Fountains of Rome

Almost every square in Rome and the Vatican City is adorned with a beautiful fountain at its center. Like so many other elements of Rome, these fountains are pure works of art and several are tourist attractions in their own right. Following is a list of some of Rome's most famous and most lovely fountains.

Piazza Navona - A Look at Piazza Navona in Rome Italy

Piazza Navona is one of Rome's most impressive and popular squares. Take a look at the Piazza Navona and find out where to enjoy tartufo with our Piazza Navona Walking Tour.

Relics in Rome

Rome's churches are filled with countless religious relics. In the Middle Ages, relic veneration became obligatory and every church in Christendom was required to have a holy relic. Relics can include anything from the body parts of a saint to shards of the True Cross to pieces of cloth that have rubbed against a saint's tomb. Rome has some of...

Roman Colosseum Visitor Information

The ancient Roman Colosseum is one of Rome's most famous attractions. Learn about the Roman Colosseum's visiting hours and how to get tickets.

Rome, Dream of Italy Mobile App for iPhone and iPad

Review of Rome, Dream of Italy, app for iPhone and iPad.

Scary Places to Visit in Rome

With thousands of years of history, it's no wonder that Rome is full of ghosts and spooky places. That's why a visit to Rome can make for a fun and exciting time, especially around Halloween. Following are some of the spooky and mysterious attractions that Rome has to offer.

Spanish Steps

Visiting the Spanish Steps, one of the top attractions in Rome.

The Squares of Rome

The piazza is the center of life in Italy, so it goes without saying that there are many important public squares in Rome. Here is a list of some of the Italian capital s most important and beautiful piazze and how to get to them.

Testaccio | What to See and Do in Testaccio, Rome

Rome's Testaccio, once home to the stockyards, is an interesting neighborhood with night clubs, good food markets, and restaurants where you can taste traditional Roman food. Find out what to see and where to eat in the Testaccio neighborhood.

The Trastevere Neighborhood in Rome

Trastevere, the neighborhood "across the Tiber" on Rome's left bank, is a pleasant diversion from the tourist-heavy historic center of Rome. Learn more about what there is to see and do in Rome's Trastevere neighborhood and how to get to Trastevere.

Trevi Fountain

Find out about the Trevi Fountain, Rome's most famous fountain and a top tourist attraction.

What's Your Favorite Site in Rome?

Italy Travel readers recommend Rome top picks and favorite sites to visit in Rome. Read about favorite places to go in Rome or tell us about your top pick for Rome, Italy. See submissions

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