Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 centre 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$376 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$376
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,847 reviews)
"This is my “go to “ hotel in Rome. Although an older property, I just love the size of the rooms and bathrooms. It is extremely convenient to the metro as well as other areas of Rome. Definitely excellent place to stay."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Hotel Quirinale
Napoleon Hotel

Napoleon Hotel

4 out of 5
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II 105, Rome, RM
The price is AU$207 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$207
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Was in a good location to see a lot"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Napoleon Hotel
The Hive Hotel

The Hive Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Torino 6, Rome, RM
The price is AU$232 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$232
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,553 reviews)
"Location, Location, Location! Located just 6 blocks from Roma Termini, The Hive Hotel is very convenient if you’re traveling by train to other cities like we were. It’s also close to the first two stops for the Big Bus Hop On/Off stops: Roma Termini and Basilica de Santa Maria Maggiore. This modern ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

The Hive Hotel
iQ Hotel Roma

iQ Hotel Roma

4 out of 5
Via Firenze, 8, Rome, RM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$329 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$329
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,509 reviews)
"Convenient location to both the tourist areas and Roma termini if you want to use a train from the airport or go to other destinations"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

iQ Hotel Roma
citizenM Rome Isola Tiberina

citizenM Rome Isola Tiberina

4 out of 5
LUNGOTEVERE DE CENCI 5-8, Rome, RM
The price is AU$314 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$314
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (613 reviews)
"Hotel room was spotless. Very clean. Service at the restaurant could improve. Overall, a great place to stay. Bus stop was just minutes away from the hotel."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

citizenM Rome Isola Tiberina
Hotel Artemide

Hotel Artemide

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 22, Rome, RM
The price is AU$368 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$368
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 restaurant in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Hotel Artemide
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Rome Historic Centre

Santa Francesca Romana which includes 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 featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a ruin

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 religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Pigna

While you're in Pigna, take in top sights like Palazzo Venezia and jump on the metro at Venezia Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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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
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Repubblica

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Palazzo del Viminale to Quirinale – discover Repubblica, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Sant'Eustachio

If you're spending some time in Sant'Eustachio, Palazzo Madama and Corso Vittorio Emanuele II are top sights worth seeing.

Sant'Eustachio


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