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Historical Sites in Rome

Historical Sites in Rome

Top 10 Historical Sites

Colosseum

Visit this impressive ancient structure where gladiators once battled and chariots raced!

4.3 (51,009 reviews)

Castel Sant'Angelo

Visit a museum initially built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian

4.4 (10,247 reviews)

Palatine Hill

Of Rome's seven hills, the Palatine is the one that's right in the heart of the ancient city. It overlooks the Roman Forum on one side and the Circus Maximus on the other. Some of the finest ancient homes were located here, including the emperor's – 'Palatine' is actually where the modern word 'palace' comes from!

4.3 (11,049 reviews)

Domus Aurea

Explore the incredible palace built by Emperor Nero after the 64 AD fire

4.2 (33 reviews)

Palazzo Barberini

Palazzo Barberini is an important late-Baroque palace in Rome, packed with art and initially built for the Corsini family between 1730–1740. Guests can explore the different levels, see the library and browse the family's private art collections.

4.4 (319 reviews)

Terme di Caracalla

Discover impressive structures and soak in the rich history of Rome's famed bathing landmark

4.1 (1,492 reviews)

Palazzo Doria Pamphilj

On Rome's Via del Corso, the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj is one of the largest privately owned galleries in the city. It houses a significant collection of paintings, furniture and statues, and features regular live opera performances.

4.5 (331 reviews)

Villa Medici

Tour Villa Medici for a peek into Renaissance life

4.5 (281 reviews)

Roman Forum

Tour ancient ruins, visit historic temples, and see the former Senate House near the Colosseum

4.3 (11,784 reviews)

#10

Mamertine Prison

The Mamertine Prison holds over 3000 years worth of treasures and is one of Rome's most interesting and important monuments from the Roman Republic. It's located below the Church of St. Joseph of the Carpenters and offers one of Rome's best views of the Ancient Forum.

4.1 (6,051 reviews)