Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rome Historic Centre
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
The price is AU$463 per night from 17 May to 18 May
AU$463
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,924 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast had an excellent variety of fresh food in a nice setting. The hotel is close to the metro and termini train station. The hotel is within walking distance of historic sites.

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Hotel Quirinale
The Hive Hotel

The Hive Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Torino 6 Rome RM
The price is AU$353 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$353
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,779 reviews)
Lovely hotel. Great rooms, great food and attentive staff

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The Hive Hotel
Ruby Giulia Hotel Rome

Ruby Giulia Hotel Rome

3 out of 5
Via Agostino Depretis 45 Rome RM
The price is AU$410 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$410
29 Apr - 30 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rome. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Modern and minimalist but everything you need for a perfect stay. Excellent location

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Ruby Giulia Hotel Rome
Hotel Artemide

Hotel Artemide

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 22 Rome RM
The price is AU$528 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$528
30 Apr - 1 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Room was amazing! The location made for walking to the sites fairly easy. Rooftop bar was a huge bonus.

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Hotel Artemide
Napoleon Hotel

Napoleon Hotel

4 out of 5
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II 105 Rome RM
The price is AU$308 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$308
2 May - 3 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Nice hotel, welcoming staff. Very convenient destination.

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Napoleon Hotel
Hotel Marisa

Hotel Marisa

3 out of 5
Via Marsala 98 Rome RM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$277 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$277
28 May - 29 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (513 reviews)
If you order a deluxe room, you are sent to another building that is not connected to a hotel. The deluxe rooms are in some office building/apartments where a floor has been turned to hotel units. If you need anything after a certain time, you have to get support from a sister hotel nearby. Hotel ...

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hotel Marisa
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

Campitelli

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

Monti

4.5/5(98 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
Pigna

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.

Pigna
Rome City Centre

Rome City Centre

4.5/5(332 area reviews)

Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona are a few top attractions in Rome City Centre. Hop around the city on the metro at Venezia Tram Stop or Arenula-Cairoli Tram Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and stunning river views.

Rome City Centre
Trevi

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
Repubblica

Repubblica

4.5/5(79 area reviews)

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

Repubblica


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