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Historical Sites in Rome

Top 10 Historical Sites

#1
Colosseum

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

4.3 (39,306 reviews)
#2
Castel Sant'Angelo

Visit a museum initially built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian

4.4 (10,084 reviews)
#3
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!

4.2 (7,030 reviews)
#4
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.

4.6 (327 reviews)
#5
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 (311 reviews)
#6
Roman Forum

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

4.1 (7,771 reviews)
#7
Palazzo Colonna

The magnificent Palazzo Colonna has been home to over 20 generations of the Colonna family and contains one of the largest private collections of Baroque art in the world.

4.8 (377 reviews)
#8
Capuchin Crypt

View the bone chapels buried under the streets of Rome

4.6 (261 reviews)
#9
Domus Aurea

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

4.2 (30 reviews)
#10
Terme di Caracalla

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

4.1 (1,477 reviews)

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Rome Tourist Card

  • Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel or St. Peter's Basilica
  • Pantheon or Castel Sant'Angelo
  • City Audio Guide App
4.1 (4,675)
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The Vatican City Pass

  • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • St Peter's Basilica
  • City Audioguide or Castel Sant'Angelo
4.1 (563)
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