Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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 Pantheon, 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 Steps, 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 Navona, 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 Madison
Hotel Madison
3 out of 5
Via Marsala, 60, Rome, Lazio
The price is AU$230 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$230
per night
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (834 reviews)
"It was just right..we didn't spend much time there...out sight seeing...but slept well!!"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Hotel Madison
Hotel Quirinale
Hotel Quirinale
4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 7, Rome, RM
The price is AU$290 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$290
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
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 restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,292 reviews)
"Good overall, but was missing some basic stuff. The personnel is great"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Hotel Quirinale
UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Amendola, 57, Rome, RM
The price is AU$403 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$403
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,336 reviews)
"Hotel was perfect nice big comfy beds quiet big bedroom. Complimentary little bites of food. Clean lovely bar area. Pleasant staff"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

UNAHOTELS Decò Roma
Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
4 out of 5
Via Principe Amedeo 5/B, Rome, RM
The price is AU$446 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$446
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,129 reviews)
"The room we had was a loft. This made it difficult at night for bathroom trips. Our room also needed to have its shower repaired. Overall, great location from the train station and within walking distance of most of the famous sights. We were able to walk to the Vatican in about 1 hour. It was also ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Best Western Plus Hotel Universo
Excellence Suite
Excellence Suite
Via della Purificazione 38, Rome, Italy
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$266 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$266
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this townhouse in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (591 reviews)
"Close to dining options"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Excellence Suite
The Republic Hotel
The Republic Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Gaeta 61, Rome
The price is AU$407 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$407
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rome. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (886 reviews)
"Hotel close to train station. Decent breakfast. Area around the hotel does not have much to offer in food options."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

The Republic Hotel
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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
Colosseum showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

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 Roman Forum 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 Spanish Steps and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Spagna Station or Barberini Station.

Municipio I


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