Travel around Rome for 3 days. What else to see in Rome? The Colosseum, Imperial Forums, Capitoline Hill, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Campo dei Fiori and other places in the center of Rome

Travel to Rome on your own

The capital of Italy has stood on its famous seven hills for about three thousand years. The city, nicknamed eternal even before our era, has seen a lot and can surprise many. You will not find such a mixture of different eras and styles anywhere else - in Rome, monuments of antiquity, early Christianity, the Middle Ages, Baroque and Renaissance have been preserved not only as individual objects, but also as entire ensembles. Therefore, a trip to Rome is a real journey into the past.

In this article we will tell you in detail how to plan a trip to Rome on your own.

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Here every street, every building breathes history. Unlike many European cities, Rome was virtually undamaged during the world wars of the 20th century and has retained its authentic architecture. Masterpieces of Italian painting and sculpture are also perfectly preserved: they are exhibited in many museums, churches and palaces.

In terms of the number of unique objects, no other capital in the world can compete with Rome. But this does not mean that the city is covered with the dust of centuries and lives only in the past. It has everything to enjoy life here and now: quiet picturesque parks and noisy modern streets, fashionable shops and magical antique shops, delicious food and excellent coffee, and most importantly - the special atmosphere of the city to which all roads lead.

How to get to Rome?

The easiest way to get to the capital of Italy from Russia, Ukraine and other CIS countries is by plane. Many airlines offer flights with different prices and conditions. From Moscow and St. Petersburg, the most convenient way to buy air tickets is on a direct flight with Transaero, Aeroflot or Alitalia. In this case, the flight time will be no more than 5 hours. Direct flights from Kyiv are provided only by the company " International airlines Ukraine", with it you will arrive in Rome after 3 hours of flight.

Connecting flights can be found with many other airlines, for example Lufthansa, SwissAir, AirBerlin, Turkish Airlines, WizzAir, SAS, KLM, Brussels Airlines. If longer travel time is not critical for you, you can save a lot on a connecting flight.

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Where to stay in Rome?

Rome is enough Big city, so the choice of location should be approached thoroughly. A hotel, apartment or hostel in the right area is a guarantee that you will have enough time for all the planned attractions, and the trip to them will not take several hours. Each district of the Eternal City is attractive in its own way. Therefore, it is worth spending a little time carefully choosing a place to stay, but then your vacation in Rome will be useful and enjoyable.

Map of Rome districts

Historical Center

Undoubtedly, this is where the largest number of interesting places, which every traveler wants to see, especially if he is in Rome for the first time. This is where Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain are located, Spanish steps, – the names alone already excite the imagination!

All these objects are within walking distance of each other, so you don’t even have to worry about transport. In addition, at your service shopping districts with the most luxurious boutiques, as well as numerous cafes, bars and restaurants. There are always a lot of tourists here, and almost always quite noisy.

Prices for accommodation in the most modest hotel start from 120-130 euros per night. This is clearly not the most a budget option, but life in the very center of the Eternal City is worth it!

Hotels in Trastavere are already cheaper, but finding a free room here is not so easy. The silence and comfort of this area is also appreciated because there are numerous authentic cafes, pizzerias and trattorias where the Romans themselves simply love to spend their evenings.

Visa to Italy

To get to Italy, residents of Russia and the CIS countries must apply for a Schengen visa. Usually it is issued for six months, during which you can stay in the territory of another state for up to 90 days. There is a possibility that the validity of the visa will be increased by up to a year upon re-applying, and even by 2-3 years if you already had a one-year visa before.

The standard period for obtaining a visa to Italy is 5 days, but tourist season this time can increase to one and a half weeks, so we recommend that you take care of completing all the necessary documents in advance.

Since information regarding prices, deadlines, documentary evidence and other conditions for issuing Schengen visas changes periodically, we advise you to check the current data on the official website of the Italy Visa Application Center in Moscow or St. Petersburg. Citizens of Ukraine can contact the Italian Visa Center corresponding to their region to clarify the nuances.

How to get from Rome airport to the city

Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (Fiumicino Airport) located approximately 30 km from Rome. There are several ways to get from here to the city center:

• Leonardo Express Train departs every half hour and goes non-stop to Termini Station, located in the center of Rome. Travel time is 30 minutes, ticket price is 14 euros.
• Electric train- This is a cheaper but slower route since the trains make many stops. Ticket price is 5.5 euros, travel time is 45 minutes.
• They run around the clock, but at long intervals (1-2 hours) municipal buses. A ticket can be bought from the driver, the cost is 4-5 euros one way, 7-8 euros two ways. Travel time is about an hour. In addition, there are a number of private companies that own Airbuses. For example, SITB BusShuttle, which you can use for 5-6 euros for one way travel.
• Taxi waiting for passengers in a parking lot near the airport. The city authorities strongly recommend using only licensed official taxis: they are white, with a “TAXI” sign on the roof. A trip to Rome will cost about 60-70 euros.

Discount airlines fly to Ciampino Airport. It is even closer to the capital and is connected to it by train, bus, and metro lines. A taxi ride from here will cost 40-50 euros.

Car rental in Rome

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Public transport in Rome

A universal travel ticket is valid for all types of public transport - metro, bus, tram and one trolleybus route. You can buy it at the ticket offices at the entrance to the metro, at stops, at newspaper and tobacco kiosks. After 21:00, drivers also start selling tickets, but they are one and a half times more expensive.

Don't forget to validate your tickets in yellow composters! Please note that tickets in Rome are not valid for 24 hours from the moment of validation, but on calendar days until 23:59.

The most in a convenient way transportation around the city is considered to be a bus - with an extensive network of routes, including night routes, and short intervals. To get on the bus, you need to honk at the driver while standing at the bus stop, and to get off, press one of the buttons inside the bus. At the ATAS information point located in front of Termini Station you can purchase full map bus routes.

Tourist card ROMA PASS

Costs 34 euros and is valid for three days. Sold on the official website, at metro ticket offices (not at all stations), at tourist information points (Punti Informativi Turistici / PIT), in museums and archaeological sites. Allows:

• use city public transport free of charge (except for routes to airports);
• free and skip the line to visit two historical places or museum of your choice and receive discounts on tickets to the third and all subsequent ones;
• additionally, visit a number of less popular museums for free;
• and also receive a number of other advantages - for example, a separate turnstile at the entrance to the Colosseum. Included with the ROMA PASS is a detailed map of the city, a list of museums and places worth visiting.

Self-guided tours of Rome

The most budget-friendly way to get to know the city is to make your own walking plans. This is why we have developed a mobile application "Travel planner and guide" for iPhone And Android - ready-made routes and walks, hundreds of attractions, an offline map and GPS - everything you need to get to know a new city.

Ready-made routes and walks around Rome

In addition, you can travel to the main attractions of the city on excursion buses. Usually their tickets are valid for any number of trips within 24 or 48 hours. The cost of such a 48-hour pass is from 15 to 30 euros. There are also sightseeing trams and boats in Rome.

mobile connection and Internet in Italy

The most popular operators are Vodafone, TIM and Wind. The cost of a SIM card is about 15-25 euros, most of which is deposited into the account. Tariffs are approximately the same, there are Special offers for tourists. Inexpensive calls are offered by the PosteMobile network, which you can connect to at the post office. By law, you must present your passport when purchasing. It happens that SIM cards are not activated in Russian phones, in which case you can ask the seller for help.

Pay attention to the municipal project Digit Roma, which provides free Internet access for 4 hours a day through a network of hotspots. An Italian SIM card is required for registration.

Shopping in Rome

Shops in Rome are usually open from 9:00 to 19:00 or 19:30, with a break of 2-3 hours in the middle of the day (from about 13:00 to 16:00), Sunday is a day off.

Sales are held twice a year with discounts of up to 70%: winter in January-February and summer in July-August. It is believed that prices in Italy are among the lowest in Europe. Especially bargain purchases can be done at outlets in Rome.

The most expensive stores are concentrated around Piazza di Spagna, more democratic - in the Via del Corso area. From Termini Station there is another popular market Street - Via Nazionale. The Esquilino food market is famous for its delicious goods from all over the world. On weekends, flea markets open in different parts of the city.

Roman cuisine

The basis of Roman cuisine is simple and satisfying food for workers. The most famous example is pasta carbonara, always with a raw egg. Classic dishes: “Salti in bocca alla romana”- pieces of veal wrapped in Parma ham and stewed with sage in white wine and “Tripla alla romana”- stewed beef stomach with spices.

Only in Rome you can try it “Coda alla Vaccinara”(oxtail stew) and “Rigatoni alla Pajata”(paste with calf intestines). Those who are not ready to experiment can enjoy the exquisite taste of stewed artichokes (carciofi), as well as a variety of sweets, such as donuts with whipped cream (Maritozzo con la panna).

In restaurants, the bill often includes a service charge (servizio) - up to 15%. However, if you leave a few more euros on top, no one will be offended.

By the way, there are many drinking water fountains scattered throughout Rome. Feel free to drink it and take it with you in plastic bottles.

History of Rome

Rome was founded in 753 BC, and by the beginning of our era it became the capital of the Roman Empire, which captured almost all of Europe and the Mediterranean. In the 4th century AD. the city turned into the center of the Christian world, and its ruler, the Pope, became the most powerful man in Europe. In the 5th century, due to the invasion of barbarians, Rome fell into decline, but by the 9th century it had restored its reputation, becoming the capital of the Holy Roman Empire.

The deeply religious Middle Ages left the city with a legacy great amount amazing churches and cathedrals. By the 15th century, Rome was embraced by the ideas of the Renaissance: the best artists of the time came here in search of inspiration and recognition. In 1870, it became the capital of the newly unified Italy and began active development and construction of new territories.

It is important to know:

• Official language: Italian
• City area: 1500 sq. km. Rome is located in the Lazio region, on the Tiber River. The main attractions are concentrated on the left bank. On the right, within the city, is the Vatican State.
• Population: 2.8 million people, mostly Italians, Catholics.
• Currency: Euro
• Visa: Schengen, standard requirements. The cost of a tourist visa is 35 euros.
• Time difference with Moscow:-2 hours in summer, -3 hours in winter
• Climate: The best time Spring and autumn are considered the best time to visit Rome; at this time the weather is comfortable and warm. In summer it can be very hot here, up to +40°C. In July-August, local residents try to go on vacation; there are fewer people in the city and more closed cafes and shops. In winter, the temperature remains confidently above zero (+5-10°C), but rain can ruin your holiday.

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The history of the Eternal City goes back centuries and amazes with its versatility. Hundreds of architectural monuments, parks, and the residential buildings themselves allow tourists to take a tour of the times of the great Roman Empire, the Renaissance and Classicism, and get to know the modern bustling metropolis: from its origins to the present day. Every time you leave Rome, you are left with the feeling of “not enough...”: you missed it, you didn’t see it, you didn’t hear it enough. It seems that no matter how many times you come here, there will always be unseen sights, untrodden streets and unheard legends of the old city.

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When planning a trip, you need to correctly understand the scale of this museum city. If you plan to stay for several days, you can think through and build routes that allow you to get a comprehensive experience. We'll tell you what you can see on your own in Rome in four days.

It's worth spending your first day in Rome exploring the historical part of the city. The main attractions, preserved from the period of Antiquity, are located quite compactly. And ideal for exploring on foot. It is better to start the program with the Colosseum, moving from which you can successively see other buildings.

Coliseum

Looking at tourist map the central, historical part of Rome, you instantly get a sense of its enormous size and complexity. But this is far from true. Main attractions ancient city They are located compactly, and exploring the old town fits perfectly into walking routes. The starting point for our route of the first day, of course, will be the symbol of Ancient Rome - the Colosseum.

The easiest way to get to the Colosseum is by metro “B” (blue line), the station is called COLLOSSEO. By the way, about the metro. The layouts of the Roman metro are very simple, the names of the stops are clear, but the stations themselves are unremarkable. Tickets for travel on the metro are purchased from vending machines, and the cost of one trip is 1.5 €.

You will see the majestic antique building immediately when you reach the surface of the station. It is simply impossible to be disappointed here: the Colosseum is beautiful and unusual. To get inside, you need to purchase a ticket. Arriving here in the morning, you will be simply lucky, since the queue of those wishing to touch the great will consist of only a couple of hundred people. For comparison, during the day you can spend three to four hours in line.

For convenience, tourists are offered to purchase a single ticket (12€). It includes a visit not only to the Colosseum, but also to two more architectural complexes: the Roman Forum and the Palatino. By the way, such a ticket is sold not only at the entrance near the Colosseum, but also at the ticket office on the Via di San Gregorio, near the Palatino Hill (there is always less of a queue here). Visits to the main ancient complexes are possible daily from 9 am until dark.

The Colosseum amazes not only with its scale, but also with its thoughtful layout. An uncountable number of exits allowed 50 thousand spectators to leave the Colosseum in 5-10 minutes. The Roman Forum will greet you with a cemetery of destroyed columns and fragments of temples. Here only your imagination will help, which will take you to the ancient world with the Arch of Titus, the Basilica of Maxentius, the Senate Chamber, the Temple of Vesta, and the Via Sacra.

Basilica of Saint Clement

To the east of the Colosseum there is an ancient architectural complex that has all the features of an early Christian church. The first basilica was buried in a fire. The Norman raid on Rome in the twelfth century was painted red. Surprisingly, even fire could not destroy some of the frescoes remaining from the first church. Even today they have not lost their vivid colors - broken stained glass of details from the life of St. Clement.

True, the design style of the frescoes is unusual - it resembles comics that are popular today, but the phrases uttered by the characters are far from the canons of high language - vulgarism and vernacular. Entrance to the basilica is free, but only to the upper level. A ticket to the lower levels will cost 5 €, but not for going down the steps, but for diving under the third-century vaults of the ancient temple of Mithras with a marble altar.

Basilica of San Pietro in Viconi

The church appeared in Rome in the fifth century. It was here that a unique artifact was kept for a long time - the chains with which St. Peter was shackled. They were brought from Jerusalem at one time. True, today it is known mainly due to the fact that Julius II was buried in the local crypt. From that moment on, the architectural vector of the basilica changed dramatically: an arched gallery, a marble floor, a wooden ceiling - this became an excellent backdrop for the works of Michelangelo Buanarroti, who not only painted the church, but also created the stunning sculptural composition “Moses”.

Like many tourist sites Rome, the basilica is located near the Colosseum. You can get here using the metro - Colosseo and Cavour stations on line B. Or by bus to the Colosseo or Cavour-Annibaldi stops.

Triumphal Arch of Titus

The very phrase “Arc de Triomphe” inevitably evokes associations with a similar monument in Paris, but if you want to see a truly great structure, you should definitely go to Rome. The triumphal arch of Titus is one of the two arches of the Forum Square that has survived to this day - a cemetery of ancient columns. Both arches were built in the first century AD. The Parisian arch and many similar monuments are imitations of the ancient original.

Her architectural appearance quite modest - it is decorated with three statues and reliefs in the passage of the arch, but in this modesty one can easily read real solemnity and nobility. The height of the arch is relatively small - just over fifteen meters, but this monumental monument made of Pentelic marble, brought from Attica itself, makes you freeze with delight.

Theater of Marcellus

In one tourist vector there are such attractions as the Mouth of Truth, the Capitol, the Jewish Quarter and the Theater of Marcellus, which can be reached on foot from Circo Massimo station. This is perhaps one of the most significant buildings in Italy. It adorns the right bank of the Tiber. The Theater of Marcellus is the direct predecessor of the notorious Colosseum. Its construction was carried out on an unprecedented scale, which is not surprising, since the project itself was developed by Julius Caesar, and Octavian Augustus took up the implementation.

Today, the Theater of Marcellus is a somewhat grotesque structure: the arches of the first tier are well preserved - festivals are still held here today, the second tier is largely destroyed, and instead of the third tier you will find twelfth-century buildings and more modern residential buildings.

Roman forum

The Roman Forum is the stronghold of the historical part of the city. The former market, on the territory of which the social, commercial and political life of Rome was once concentrated, is today a kind of square around which pagan temples were once located. Thanks to the excavations of the last three centuries, the Roman Forum was able to acquire its current cultural status.

Now it is precisely this that is the centripetal one, around which the Capitol, the Sacred Road, the Temple of Saturn and other monuments are located. You can get here through Foli Imperiali street, from the side of the Capitol, or past the Temple of Concord and the Mamertine prison. An entrance ticket to the territory will cost 12 €. Additionally, you can purchase an audio guide for 4€.

Golden House of Nero

Among the European sites that claimed the status of a royal residence, Nero's Golden House was considered the largest. Its construction is directly related to the events of 64, when most of Rome was destroyed in a fire. Today, scientists are still arguing about the size of the territory that was adjacent to this residence. For a better understanding, it is enough to say that its dimensions are equivalent to the territory of the Champs Elysees, the Louvre and the Tuileries combined.

The center of this “little world” was, in fact, the palace, which got its name due to the presence of a gilded dome that crowned the building. The palace was built on a grand scale - a modest 36-meter statue of Nero was quite organically placed in the hallway alone. It is worth keeping in mind that all that remains of its former scale are the ruins of the Golden House itself, decorated with frescoes. Many underground rooms survived. A visit to this place will cost 16€.

Capitol Square

The history of this place is directly connected with the name of Michelangelo, who at one time actively created projects for the reconstruction of the city, some of which he managed to implement. His most significant creations are located on Capitol Hill. The Capitoline Square, which thanks to the efforts of this brilliant master acquired a trapezoidal shape, is one of them. This beautiful symmetrical ensemble is richly decorated with bas-reliefs, inscriptions and sculptural groups.

It is worth keeping in mind that the Capitoline Square was truly significant even before it became the focus of Michelangelo's work. Since ancient times, the voices of imperial heralds have been heard here, and public meetings and ceremonies have been held. According to legend, it was here that Emperor Augustus heard the prophecy of the birth of Christ. The triumph of antiquity - these are the words that come to mind when you see Capitol Square.

Trajan's Forum

The construction of the forum is associated with the name of Emperor Trajan, who decided to build it after a stunning victory over the kingdom of Daiquir. Some see this gesture as an attempt to eclipse the glory of Alexander the Great’s campaign, but whatever the reasons, Trajan’s Forum became the largest building of its kind that existed at that time. Art critics still speak admiringly of the structure of the forum: the graceful curve of the triumphal arch turns into a colonnade with plenty of seating. The structure is covered with a roof.

Among the most striking elements of the forum are the Basilica of Ulpia and Trajan's Column made of marble, completely entwined with bas-reliefs that have historical authenticity. The great emperor himself is buried under this column. It is impossible to miss Trajan's Forum - it is located in the area of ​​Palazzo Valentini and Piazza Venezia. It is best to go here at dawn - there is less chance of being buried under an avalanche of enthusiastic tourists.

Trajan's Market

This market is also a component of the forum. In essence, it is something like a shopping center in an antique format. To raise the authority of the empire and demonstrate its wealth, Trajan ordered the opening of 150 shops and workshops, which were supposed to face the square, not the city. This design is called a “showcase.”

In addition to retail outlets, there were taverns and taverns. Gradually the size of the market increased, and soon it grew to five floors. Today, on the site of the former market there is a large museum dedicated to the Roman Forums. A visit to it will cost 14 €, but you should understand that with this ticket you can also visit a number of other museums and exhibitions.

Second day

Plan the second day of your visit to Rome as a walking day, filling you with new impressions of antiquity and restoring you from the active previous route.

Piazza del Popolo

It is not surprising that this particular building was once called “People’s Square”. It is still one of the most popular venues in Rome today. Piazza del Popolo is easily recognizable due to the presence of seemingly identical churches and the obelisk of Flaminia. In the evenings, many representatives of modern art movements and young people who want to have a colorful time gather here. But this impression of an eternal holiday is fleeting for this place. Once upon a time, the city guillotine was installed here.

Another unpleasant fact is connected with the history of the square. The infamous Emperor Nero was buried in Piazza del Popolo, but the people's dislike for him was not annulled with his death. There were rumors that the evil spirit of the tyrant had not rested. The decomposing body was thrown into the river. And at the burial site they built one of the twin churches, which in fact are not twin churches. One of them forms an oval, and the second a circle in the perimeter.

Via del Corso

After strolling through Piazza del Popolo, do not rush to leave. It is better to continue your walk and end up on one of the most unusual streets in Rome - Via del Corso, which connects Piazza del Popolo with Piazza Venezia. What is unique about this street? Everything is quite simple: it is one of the oldest in the Eternal City, but it is also the most beloved by modern shopaholics.

The historical buildings house numerous boutiques and cafes that offer quality products at prices that are reasonable for Rome. Paradoxically, the concentrated spirit of antiquity is in perfect harmony with the lively side of the modern metropolis.

Spanish steps

In fact, the Spanish Steps could very well be the French Steps. It is difficult to say whether in this case we would have seen a solemn baroque in travertine of 138 steps, or whether this monument would have looked completely different. One thing is for sure - the victory of the Spanish diaspora made it possible to give birth to one of the most beautiful monuments of this type in Europe. The Spanish Steps are especially beautiful in the spring, when the azalea takes on a delicate color.

It is noteworthy that the staircase has different widths along its entire length. To climb it, you need to get off at Spagna metro station, from which you can easily reach Piazza di Spagni, the square where the base of the stairs is located. At the very top is the Church of the Holy Trinity, where you can also look, if only for the grace of the figure of Christ created by Daniele da Volterra.

Trevi Fountain

What to do to be sure to return to Rome again? It's simple: take a coin, stand with your back to the Trevi Fountain and throw it into the water. Did you hear splashing? Great, your chance of returning to the Eternal City has increased dramatically. The fountain decorates the space in front of the Palazzo Poli. This pompous building was created according to the sketches of Bernini himself, who became famous as a theater sculptor. Today the Trevi Fountain is considered a classic place of pilgrimage for tourists.

Everyone wants to see with their own eyes the large-scale composition, in the center of which is the ruler of the seas, Netun, holding the reins of a shell-chariot harnessed to seahorses. A pleasant bonus to the fountain is the extremely tempting pool in the Roman heat, where you can swim for only 200 € - this is the amount you will have to pay a fine if the desire to cool off is overwhelming.

Piazza Navona

Another crowning achievement of Bernini's work is the Fountain four rivers, which adorns Piazza Navona. Next to the fountain is the Church of St. Agnes, a brilliant creation by Borromini. Many art historians still agree that these two monuments appeared as part of the rivalry between two geniuses of Italian architectural thought.

Piazza Navona itself appeared long before this epic confrontation. It owes its unusual shape to Julius Caesar, who built a stadium here, which was later destroyed to create a market. During the French occupation, instead of market disputes, horse competitions were held here. However, the spirit of trade comes here hand in hand with the spirit of Christmas on the eve of the holidays, when a Christmas market is held here.

Pantheon

This pre-Christian building, erected to please all the Roman deities at once, somehow incredibly managed to become Christian temple. This ancient architectural object is perfectly preserved, although it has lost its religious functions. The temple has an unusual layout - it has no windows. Light cascades from a nine-meter hole in the dome. This feature conceals a metaphor for the unity of the Roman pantheon. The interior halls look amazing in winter, when snowflakes fly into the “window”, forming fabulous swirls.

Initially, the Pantheon was decorated with statues of the main deities. They were arranged in such a way that over the course of a year - with the displacement of the Earth - light would fall on each of them in turn. Today they have been replaced by eighteenth-century art. Entry to the Pantheon is free. To get here you need to get off at Barberini metro station.

The third day

Dedicate this day to the Vatican, the city-state located in the heart of Rome. To enter the territory of a state within a state, you need to cross the border marked by a white line in the square in front of the main cathedral of the Catholic Church. In a single stream, tourists often don’t even notice it. You can get to the entrance to the main square of the Vatican by any means of transport, including sightseeing buses (they all stop at St. Peter's Square). If you choose to travel by metro, it should be line A to the Ottaviano-S stops. Pietro or Cipro-Musei Vaticani, from which the Vatican is a 10-minute walk.

The Vatican Museum collection is so huge that a complete inspection may take more than one day. The Vatican itself is a veritable museum, decorated with works by masters such as Michelangelo and da Vinci. Among all the Vatican complexes, the most important are museums dedicated to historical realities - especially much attention is paid to Egyptian civilization - and various objects of art, dating back to the Middle Ages.

Locations such as Raphael's Stanzas, the Borgia Apartments, the Vatican Library and the Tapestry Gallery are always popular. In fact, to visit all these museums it is enough to buy a general ticket costing 16 €.

Saint Paul's Cathedral

The epicenter of the Catholic world is St. Peter's Cathedral, climbing the dome of which you can see a stunning panorama of ancient Rome. The first – very modest – basilica appeared on the site of the cathedral back in the fourth century. It was unremarkable until an unexpected decision was made to reconstruct it at the beginning of the sixteenth century. The dimensions of the modern cathedral are so huge that the largest cathedrals can easily fit under its arches Eastern world– there are corresponding marks right on the floor showing the outlines of the proposed cathedrals.

To list all the brilliant masters who different times They worked on the appearance of the cathedral; it will take more than one hour. Entrance to the cathedral is free, but in order to climb observation deck you will have to pay 8€ for the elevator or 6€ if you want to take the stairs. But you need to be careful what you wish for – there are exactly five hundred steps here, and the passage itself barely reaches fifty centimeters.

Vittorio Emanuele II Bridge

This massive three-arched structure connects the Vatican and the historical center of the Eternal City. It is named after the first king of Italy. Its length is more than a kilometer, and its width reaches about twenty meters. It opens beautiful view to the Tiber and the city hanging over the river. The sculptural design of the bridge is truly rich and allegorical - just see sculptural group, depicting unity and freedom.

Castle Sant'Angelo

Construction of the castle began back in 135, and therefore it is not surprising that over almost two thousand years of its existence, the castle was rebuilt several times. He managed to change his status more than once. At different times, an archive, a prison, a tomb, and the residence of Popes were located here. Today there is a military history museum here.

The castle received its modern name in the sixth century, when another outbreak of plague occurred in Rome. Gregory the Great, who was Pope at that time, saw the Archangel Michael on the roof. Subsequently, a statue of a marble archangel was erected on the roof. As you walk through the halls of the fortress, pay attention to the small holes in the walls, which were the prisoners' cells. Price entrance ticket is 10€.

Bridge of the Holy Angel

The Pont Sant'Angelo is located just upstream of the Tiber. It is one of the oldest pedestrian bridges in Rome. The bridge was built in parallel with the Castel Sant'Angelo. The outside is lined with marble. Initially, there were no sculptures on the bridge, but in the Middle Ages a tradition arose of hanging the bodies of executed criminals there. At the same time, sculptural compositions depicting saints appeared here, and after this Bernini added a dozen statues of angels to the bridge.

Palace of Justice

On the very bank of the Tiber is the enchanting building of the Palace of Justice. Its construction took about twenty years. It is noteworthy that the place for its construction was chosen quite symbolically - on former Hill Gallows, where, in fact, death sentences were carried out. This palace became perhaps the largest building in Rome, but the city authorities thought that this was not enough.

Citizens had to unite to save surrounding buildings from destruction. If you have difficulty finding the Palace of Justice, focus on the Napoleon Museum, which is located directly on the opposite bank of the Tiber.

Fourth day

On the last day of your stay in Rome, you can continue your walking tour on a sightseeing bus, having previously determined stops for yourself. As an option, carry out “spot” attacks. Make up your mind.

This interesting historical complex was built by order of Emperor Caracalla at the beginning of the millennium. The once huge room was covered with a massive dome; inside there were rooms for gymnastics, massage, swimming pools with hot and cold water and even libraries. Aristocrats and nobles took baths here until the 5th century. At the time of the raid of the next barbarians, who blocked the city’s aqueducts in order to starve the population to death, the baths were abandoned. They started talking about them again at the time of random excavations carried out in the 16th century.

These days, in summer time a huge stage for concerts of opera singers and ballet performances is being built near the western wall of the Baths of Caracalla. The Baths of Caracalla are open for visits any day from 9 am until daylight hours, except Mondays, when the baths are open only until lunch. Entrance fee – 6€.

From the pages of school textbooks, we all know the main road leading to Rome. Traders, pilgrims, and legionnaires passed along the Appian Way. Today this ancient “highway” is a collection of attractions. The appearance of so many monuments in this particular place is due to the ban on burying the dead within the city walls. This prohibition applied to all Romans, and therefore burials were carried out along the main Roman route. Impressive tombstones, luxurious statues and monuments accompany the road for many kilometers. Catacombs with burial niches, which sometimes go several meters underground, are of great interest to tourists.

The most convenient way to get to the Appian Way is by Archeological trambus, a special excursion bus. Landing point from Piazza Cinquecento (Termini). It runs once every half hour, ticket costs 12€.

At the gate of San Sebastiano, a milestone stone marks the beginning of the ancient road. Here you will see defensive structures, bastions and can visit the Museo delle Mura (ticket -3€). Further, towards the Caffarella Park, it is better to continue the journey on a bicycle, which can be rented near Domine-Quo-Vadis. A sign at the fork will show you the direction towards the medieval farm and park. The street along which you continue your journey will later return you to the Appian Way. And now the most interesting thing awaits you, the San Callisto cemetery. These are ancient underground burials of Roman bishops, consisting of five tiers. They are open to visitors all days except Wednesday, from morning to 12 noon, then from 14:30 to 17:45. Entrance ticket – 5€.

Continuing along the Appian Way, you can also visit the Catacombs of San Sebastiano and the Basilica of San Sebastiano, open every day except Sunday, from morning to 12 noon and in the afternoon, from 14:30 to 17:00. The cost of visiting is 5 €.

At the end of the route, you will see the remains of the Temple of Romulus and the arena, perfectly preserved to this day, which could accommodate about 10 thousand spectators in its stands.

Days spent in Rome will make you realize that this is a city of long walks, a city of unforgettable, vivid images and vivid impressions. He beckons you again and again, promising to again reveal the secrets of history to you.

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A post about the most popular and most interesting sights of Rome, unusual excursions from local guides, as well as two whole walking routes around Rome, compiled by me personally. Everything for yours independent trip your trip to Rome turned out to be memorable and...you would want to come back here again.

In Rome, as in many other Italian cities, you can create a million different tourist routes for all interests and tastes.

After all, Rome is a real museum city, where different historical eras coexist peacefully, where various beauties and all sorts of cultural and historical values ​​simply press on from all sides. Just have time to turn your head and click the camera.

Here, probably, even a month is not enough to walk the length and breadth of the city, and the usual tourist trip to Rome is usually only a few days, in which you need to pack in all the best that Rome has to offer, without missing out on the most interesting things and not forgetting to leave time for shopping and gastronomic adventures in local cafes and restaurants. Well, at least treat yourself to real Italian coffee and gelato.

To the best of my ability, I will make separate posts for each attraction in Rome that I have visited. I’ll tell you about Rome’s clothing and shoe stores and outlets, and of course about food prices in supermarkets and local restaurants. Some rare and unusual museums I’ll also leave the space for a separate post for “advanced tourists in Rome.”

Here, I will draw up a general travel plan for Rome, for those who are traveling here, most likely, for the first or second time, so that you can independently plan your stay in this city, based on your personal preferences and the time you have allotted.

The main attractions of Rome on the map

The most popular attractions on the map of Rome I noted, in general, these are the main tourist destinations, as they say in such cases - must see.

If you click on the label, Google contact information for each tourist point will open and you can see how you can get here, on foot or by transport.

I recommend adding this map to your favorites in your Google account before going on vacation to Rome (to do this, just click the “star” and the map will be saved in your featured cards(Google maps even work offline).

At the end of this article you will find two route options for independent walks around Rome in order to see all these sights in two days.

Plan and route of excursions for 1 day in Rome

If you have only one day in Rome (this means that you are most likely in Rome passing through or on business, because few people will come to this city of their own free will for just one day), then it is wiser not to spend it on any museums, but just walk around the city.

If this is your first time here, in order for the walk to be as information-rich as possible and not waste time on unnecessary searches for the main attractions, I recommend hiring someone who will introduce you to the city in a couple of hours and show you its most significant places.

In order not to waste time looking for a guide on the spot, it is better to book all interesting excursions in advance, online. There are many route options for such an excursion; check on the excursion booking website. Its cost starts from 15 euros per person and depends on the number of participants and the intensity of the program.

Or you can take a ride around Rome on a double-decker sightseeing bus:

However, Rome is a city with concentrated attractions that you can get around on foot. And if you want, you can pack the whole tourist city of Rome into one day. Now there will be a section from the category: “Are you weak?”

For example, this is what happened to me in Rome several years ago. When I went on a guided tour to the Vatican in 1 day, and spent the remaining half of the same day exploring Rome on my own with almost all the main points on the route that I had marked on the map, and even managed to “drop in” to the Colosseum just before it closed.

On the same day, I managed to pop into the shops on Via del Corso just before closing, to the Piazza España at night, and even have a late dinner in one of the restaurants in Rome. For ordinary people, all this would take no less than 5 days!

Win-win! 8) And now I’m unlikely to dare to do this myself. So ! 8)

Plan and route of excursions for 3 days in Rome:

Three days are something between one day in Rome and a week, so I will give my main advice in these sections of the post, and you yourself will figure out where you will go, it will depend on what intensity and richness of the cultural program you are ready for, so that These three days are all interesting things to see, but don’t get overtired. In Italy it is very easy, even the name for this is “Florentine syndrome” or “Stendhal syndrome”.

In general terms, I will say this, if you have at least 2-3 days in Rome, except for the same sightseeing tour on the first day, on the second day you can plan to visit a museum, for example, the Vatican or the Roman Forum. Choose one thing, because... There is not enough time or energy for everything. Such museums require a very thorough visit.

And the last day is best spent on a leisurely walk around the city, perhaps along a pre-planned route, but you should definitely leave yourself time to sit quietly by the fountain and soak in the atmosphere of this magnificent city in all respects, as if you were living in Rome at least the last six months.)))

Plan and route of excursions for 7 days in Rome (we are planning an independent route):

A whole week in Rome or more is already an excellent opportunity to have a good time and create a real excursion program for yourself. I definitely recommend planning it in advance, while still at home, so that you can use your time in the city as efficiently as possible and not waste it standing in kilometer-long queues for tickets or overpaying for excursions.

In a week in Rome, you can not only visit all its main attractions, but even go to the sea or other wonderful cities -, or. About features railways and you can read it in my separate article.

I highly recommend it in advance download audio guides around Rome to your phone. All major museums (Roman Forum, Vatican, etc.) have their own guide apps for phones, and the appstore and Android app store are full of various general useful audio guides to Rome (both paid and free) that can compensate for your independent visits to attractions without the services of a tour guide. Please note that this audio guide works offline, as... Internet in Europe is a question for a separate post.
Someday I will review those applications that I liked and found useful.

Ideally, you should set aside a whole day for each museum, so you won’t turn into a cornered horse and will have time to see all the most interesting things in detail.

All attractions can be divided into two categories - free attractions in Rome, which you can come and inspect at any time and paid - i.e. museums, where you will need to buy entrance tickets and plan a whole day or so just for them.

Except that in the Colosseum you can see everything you can see in 2-3 hours. But mainly time is wasted everywhere because of the great excitement and queues, everywhere, for tickets, at the entrance, to some of the main values ​​of the museum, in order to photograph them...

Yes, there are too many tourists in Rome now, I’m a little sorry that I didn’t have the opportunity to travel around Europe during my student days, it seems to me that 10 years ago there was such a strong crush in tourist places nowhere.

AND Chinese tourists Only recently have people rushed so en masse to see everything that can be seen in the world and buy everything that can be bought. I didn’t see them in such numbers in Rome on my last visit, and it was only now that they “exploded” on Lake Baikal a couple of years ago.

The best museums in Rome (paid): ticket prices, opening hours, where to buy tickets:

Which museums in Rome are worth visiting for money?

If you have at least three days planned in Rome and want to visit museums, you can purchase

Its essence is simple Roma Pass - cultural and tourist card of Rome, giving discounts on paid museums and various tourist services in the city. Options for these cards are for 48 and 72 hours, which is included and the cost can be viewed on the website, at this moment the information is like this:

In general terms, this card entitles you to free entry to the first two museums of Rome and/or archaeological sites of your choice, one after the other for a limited time (according to card rates), as well as a discount to all subsequent museums and ( or) archaeological sites from the proposed list.

Museums of Rome: Museum of the Roman Republic and Garibaldi Memory, Bilotti Museum in the Villa Borghese Park, Canonica House Museum, Museum of the Walls, Napoleonic Museum and Villa Massenzio (which can be visited within the Roma Pass, in addition to 2 free entries (usually these are the Colosseum and the Roman Forum).
This also includes free travel on public transport within a certain time interval.

You can buy a Roma Pass at the airport, at railway stations, at public transport stops, or online http://www.romapass.it

If you need a Roma Pass and entrance to additional museums just because, and if you know for sure that you don’t want to go to museums with a guide and a tour, then just buy the general ones tickets to the museums of Rome directly on their official websites.

Now they apply to several attractions at once, and, firstly, you don’t have to waste time queuing at the box office of EACH of these museums, and secondly, separately it turns out to be somewhat more profitable.
I will give all the basic information and official websites of the museums of Rome here in a list:

Official information on the museums of Rome

VATICAN

Vatican website - www.vatican.va

To avoid a gigantic queue at the entrance, it is better to buy tickets to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel on the website - biglietteriamusei.vatican.va (information in English; to select standard tickets without excursions, go to the tab - admission tickets).

Ticket prices: A full ticket to the Vatican costs €16 , additional payment for online booking is €4 for each ticket,
audio guide (optional) €7 for children €5 (you can use the official museum application on your phone)

Opening hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-18:00, last visitor enters the museum at 16:00; last Sunday of the month 9:00-16:00, last visitor at 12:30. Closed: Jan 1 and 6, Feb 11, March 19, April 20, 21, 27, May 1, June 29, Aug 14 and 15, Nov 1, Dec 25 and 26; Viale Vaticano address.
The last Sunday of the month, admission to the Vatican Museums is free!

Or you can use the services of the Sputnik travel service and book an excursion to the Vatican with a Russian-speaking guide:

COLISEUM and ROMAN FORUM

official website of the Colosseum and Roman Forum— www.coopculture.it

This site is used as the official site by the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine, Baths of Caracalla and some other ancient monuments and museums of Rome.

By purchasing tickets here you can avoid the queue at the entrance to the Colosseum or Forum. Although in my reviews of these attractions I will tell you where and how you can buy tickets to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum without a queue or almost without a queue, depending on your luck. But you can stand for five minutes to save 2 euros per person, which they charge for online purchases.

Ticket price: Adult ticket costs €12 , additional fee for online booking €2, audio guide optional - €5.50;
The ticket covers the Forum and the Palatine Hill and is valid for 2 days.
Colosseum opening hours: Mon-Sun from 8:30 to 16:30-19:15 (depending on the season), the last visitor starts 1 hour before closing.

CAPITOLINE MUSEUMS OF ROME

www.museicapitolini.org

Ticket price: adult/reduced €12/€10, audio guide €5;
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 9:00-20:00, 24 and 31 Dec 9:00-14:00, last visitor 1 hour before closing. Closed Mon, Jan 1, May 1, Dec 25
The address is Piazza del Campidoglio 1.

BORGHESE GALLERIES

www.tosc.it/tickets

This is the official website for purchasing tickets to the Borghese Art Gallery, one of the most inaccessible museums in Rome, a visit to which must be planned in advance

Ticket price: adult/reduced €11/€2 (children under 18 years old), audio guide €5;
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 8:30-19:30, last visit 19:00, closed Mon, 25 Dec, 1 Jan; Tickets can only be purchased by reservation.
Address Piazzale del Museo Borghese 5.

EXCURSIONS ANCIENT ROME IN 3D

www.viaggioneifori.it

Ticket price: adult €15, combined for both shows €25, online booking fee €1/€2 respectively.

Address: Via Alessandrina (Forum of Augustus in 3D) and Foro di Traiano entrance near Trajan's Column (Forum of Caesar in 3D), daily from April 25 to November 01:
Opening hours: Forum of Augustus at 21:00, 22:00 and 23:00, Forum of Caesar from 19:00-20:30 to 23:40-23:50 (depending on the season), duration of each show is 40 minutes.

CASTLE OF THE SAINT ANGEL

www.castelsantangelo.com

Ticket price: 10.5 euros, reduced price - 7.5 euros. For groups starting from 20 people, the online booking fee is €1.
Opening hours: from 9:00 to 19:30; The ticket office closes at 18:30
The first Sunday of every month, visiting the museum at Castel Sant'Angelo is free.
Address Lungotevere Castello, 50

All these museums - Business Cards Rome and at least something from this list should definitely be present in your excursion program. If you are not an art critic or a connoisseur of painting and architecture, for your first acquaintance it is wiser to hire a professional guide who will not only show, but also tell.
I have had experience visiting the museums of Rome both with a guide and on my own, and I can definitely say that taking guided tours to the Vatican Museums or the Roman Forum is definitely worth it - not a single guidebook, or audio guide, can completely replace a good live guide.

Visiting these museums on your own allows you to get lost a little and look into “secret rooms” and corners where excursions usually don’t take you, but that doesn’t mean that there’s nothing interesting there?
You can take a ready-made excursion to the museums of Rome with a Russian-speaking guide, and then “get lost” yourself and see what you find especially interesting. Firstly, you won’t have to buy tickets separately, spend money on an audio guide, stand in lines for extra time and wander around the halls in search of the most interesting things.

This may turn out to be much more interesting and less labor-intensive than self-guided tour in places like this. The difference in price between tickets and tickets with a guided tour is not catastrophic. The main thing is to check the size of the group; after all, the more compact the communication with the guide, the better. Well, even if you are good at English language, an entire excursion with a Russian guide would, in my opinion, be more appropriate.

Free attractions in Rome:

Well, first of all, the free attractions in Rome are everything, including all the museums in Rome that you won’t go inside. 8) The Trevi Fountain or Piazza Navona is at your disposal at any time of the day or night and completely free of charge. Well, you must admit that it’s already interesting to look at the Colosseum or the Castel Sant’Angelo from the outside.

Since July 2014 throughout Italy, on the first Sunday of the month, all state museums admit visitors free of charge. This rule also applies to such significant objects as the famous Uffizi Gallery in Florence, the Roman Colosseum, Pompeii, etc. But I’m even afraid to imagine WHAT the queues are like there on this day.

But there are also attractions in Rome with truly free admission, for example, here:

PANTHEON

free entry, audio guide €5,
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 8:30-19:30, Sun 9:00-18:00.
Address Piazza della Rotonda
Official site: www.turismoroma.it/pantheon/

VILLA BORGHESE

I gave information about the Borghese Art Gallery above, but here I will say that visiting the gardens of this villa is completely free.

NAPOLEON MUSEUM (Museo Napoleonico)

Anyone who is interested in the personality of the legendary French commander and emperor has the opportunity to visit the Napoleon Museum, located in the Primoli Palace, built in the 16th century. Its exhibits, located in 13 halls, will help you learn more unknown and juicy details about the life of the Bonaparte family.

Address: Piazza di Ponte Umberto I. Palazzo Primoli. From Piazza Navona to the museum it is only a 5-minute walk, and from the Castle of St. Angel's walk will take no more than 10 minutes.
Opening hours: Tuesday – Sunday from 10.00 to 18.00.
Official website: museonapolonico.it

MUSEUM OF SOULS IN PURGATORIO (Museo delle Anime del Purgatorio)

This mystical museum is located in the sacristy of the Church of the Sacred Heart of Christ (Sacro Cuore di Gesu’ in Prati). Here you can see the imprints of soles on the floorboards, fingers and hands left by the souls of the deceased on household items, paper and fabrics. All this is interpreted as a unique way to declare oneself from the “other world” and ask the living for prayer and help.

Address: Via Ulpiano, 29. Sacro Cuore di Gesu’ in Prati. (NearCastle Sant'Angelo)
Opening hours: daily from 9.00 to 12.30 and from 17.00 to 19.00.

NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SAINT LUCA (Accademia Nazionale di San Luca)

National Academy of St. Luke, located on the square of the same name in the Palazzo Carpegna building (XVI century). Today there is an art gallery where you can see sculptures and paintings by Italian, French and Flemish masters, most of which date back to the 17th-18th centuries.

Address: Piazza dell'Academia di San Luca, 77
Opening hours: Monday-Friday from 10.00 to 12.30
Official website: accademiasanluca.it

There are still a few free museums, but not too famous. I don’t know if information about them is needed here, since the post is about the main attractions of Rome? I think in such cases it’s easier to ask a professional guide who can tell you about some secret corners of Rome and the Less Traveled hiking trails“, although, knowing this city, I doubt that there are any such people left here.

But still a few interesting excursions and rare routes I found.

Rare routes and excursions in Rome:

Everyone knows these attractions, which is why not every tourist comes. You can get no less impressions from them than from traditional Roman ruins. And on occasion, there is always something to show off in front of friends who have not seen anything else in Rome except the Colosseum and outlet stores 8)

CATACOMBS ON THE APIAN ROAD

KOPEDE QUARTER

ROMAN CASTLES

Despite the fact that all the sights of Rome are located quite compactly, I still recommend dividing a walk around Rome into at least two parts, which means two or three days, because you can fit all this walking route in one day, of course, it is possible, but the question is, how much is this necessary?

In this case, I arranged all the attractions logically, “in the direction of travel,” so that you could calmly follow this route from one attraction to another and not waste time on extra steps in the opposite direction.

From which point to start the route and which points to skip, and where to stay longer - it’s up to you to decide. This is the beauty of independent travel.

Route 1 for a self-guided walking tour of Rome

Route No. 1 I suggest starting with St. Peter's Square, the largest Christian cathedral of St. Peter's not only to the Vatican e, but all over the world, from here to go to the pompous and majestic Castel Sant'Angelo and be sure to walk along its beautiful bridge with gilded angels; if you wish, you can also look into Napoleon Museum, it’s very close here, and besides, as I wrote above, entry there is free.

Well, from here you can go straight to Piazza Navona - the first Roman stadium for athletic competitions, built by Gaius Julius Caesar himself, look at Fountains, which no longer have anything to do with Caesar, but nevertheless 8), there are three of them on Piazza Navona (Neptune's Fountain, the Moor's Fountain and the Fountain of the Four Rivers), all the fountains here are one more beautiful than the other.

In addition, as I wrote above, fountains in Rome are completely free. But not always and not for everyone. According to historical data, during the time of Pope Innocent X, who introduced special taxes for the construction and reconstruction of the fountains of Rome, he received a protest meeting from city residents under the slogan: “Pane, pane, non fontane!” (“Bread, bread, not fountains!” )

People, such people! Everyone is always unhappy. What a beauty! And now there are even heaps of bread, including thanks to the same fountains in Rome 8) By the way, if you didn’t know, in Rome you can drink water from ANY fountain. Very convenient and really safe. I have personally verified this fact more than once. All is good! 8)

If you are in Rome on Christmas Eve, then it is here, in Piazza Navona, that they organize the traditional Christmas market - “Befana di piazza Navona”.

From Piazza Navona you can run to Campo de' Fiori, where Giordano Bruno was burned for denying the scientific dogmas of his time, and now a monument to him is erected on this site. Close to the monument until noon swap meet in Rome, where, if it's not too late, you can buy good deals on souvenirs, food and sundries.
And behind Bruno there is still a street with shops and a pharmacy where they sell “Monastery Cosmetics”, you can only buy it in this place.

Then from here you can go to Piazza della Rotonda to to the Pantheon, “temple of all gods,” a majestic structure with a hole in the ceiling. They say that the dome of the Pantheon is designed in such a way that rain does not enter the room through it. Others say it's a PR stunt. I haven’t had the opportunity to check this yet; I’ve never been to the Pantheon during the rain.

The Latin inscription on the pediment of the Pantheon reads: “M. AGRIPPA L F COS TERTIUM FECIT", which translates as: "Marcus Agrippa, son of Lucius, elected consul for the third time, erected this." It represents a great engineering achievement of antiquity. Some are buried in the Pantheon famous people Italy, in particular, Raphael and kings Victor Emmanuel II and Umberto I.

From the Pantheon you can go straight to Trevi Fountain, adjacent to the façade of Palazzo Poli. There is a belief that the person who throws a coin at him will come to Rome again. Two coins - a love meeting. Three - wedding (marriage). Four coins - wealth. Five coins - separation. Money amount The amount that utility services “catch” from the Trevi Fountain reaches 700 thousand euros per year. On the right side of the fountain there are “lovers’ tubes.” According to legend, young couples who drink water from them will love each other and live in harmony until old age.

And from the Trevi Fountain, having filled it with plenty of coins, you can go to Plaza de España, throw coins here, in fountain-boat Barcaccia, the work of Bernini himself. Well, if you find a place, sit on that very famous Spanish Steps(Scalinata della Trinita dei Monti), the longest and widest staircase in Europe.

In the spring, it is decorated with blooming azaleas, in the summer, a fashion festival takes place here, and models parade along the steps, demonstrating the work of famous couturiers; in winter, the attention of tourists is attracted presepio- Christmas scenes. At any time of the year, a magnificent view opens from the steps, especially at sunset. Therefore, there is nowhere for the apple to fall at almost any time.

Piazza di Spagna is also the center of Rome's fashion district; the most famous Italian fashion brands are represented on Via Condotti, which begins at this square.

And from Piazza di Spagna you can already head to Villa Borghese, this is the third largest public park in Rome (80 hectares) after the park of Villa Doria Pamphili and Villa Ada, and if you buy a ticket in advance, you can also see the famous Galleria Borghese, along the way you can also look at Villa Medici, a family that had no equal in the physical elimination of its political opponents. The Medici had no shortage of imagination and invention in this matter.

This entire route takes only about an hour and a half, but if you stop somewhere to take photos, and go to 1-2 small museums along the way to explore them, a whole day for this entire route may not be enough for you. So keep that in mind. And don't forget to save this map to your Google account:

Route No. 2 for an independent walking tour of Rome:

The second route can be called “Ancient Rome” because This walk mostly included all the ancient antiquities and ruins of Rome.

It starts from Piazza Venezia, where one of the most beautiful buildings in Rome, in my opinion, is located - Vittoriano monument(Il Vittoriano) or the Altar of the Fatherland (Altare della Patria), also nicknamed the “Typewriter”, I don’t know why the Romans didn’t like it so much, I always admire this monument and was even sure that it was some kind of government agency in Rome.

Not far from it, you can go see the multi-story “Khrushchev” buildings of the ancient Romans, in which lived not Roman emperors or nobles, but ordinary people, in houses called insulins.

And from Trajan's market to Roman Forum close at hand, I recommend approaching it from the side Capitoline Museum, where it is located Capitoline wolf

the same she-wolf who suckled Romulus and Remus, who founded Rome.

Right there with observation deck You can look at the Forum itself from above and admire its scale without even going inside. If you want to go there, it’s better to set aside a visit Roman Forum the whole day (or even two) and it’s better to take a tour with a guide who will tell you everything.

On the other side of the Roman Forum is Via Appia Antica, a highway made of ancient paving stones, which probably still remembers ancient Roman chariots and the steps of real Roman legionnaires.

Well, my Rome-weary legs should have remembered this road too 8)

It’s right there,

behind which there is a majestic building “hiding”, which I think there is no need to even talk about, this is the most recognizable symbol of Rome.

Having walked around the Colosseum in a circle, you can come to the very one where you became the unwitting participants of a real gay pride parade. This street is notable not only for this, but also for the ancient ruins located right here. Gladiator Schools (Ludus Magnus), and walking up this street you can reach Cathedral of St. John the Baptist on the Lateran Hill or Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano.

Where to go from now Baths of Karakala, officially called the Antoninian Baths , see how the ancient Romans set up SPA salons, and complete this entire one and a half hour hike "By the lips of truth", yes, the same ones that we could see in the film “Roman Holiday”. Of course, there were other sights of Rome in the film. But for some reason, it was the episode where the main character, for humorous reasons, cannot pull his hand out of this stone mouth, that I especially remember.

Well, from here you can go out to the Tiber embankment and, if you have any strength left, go, just wherever your eyes look, I really love such non-obligatory walks in unfamiliar cities. If you no longer have the strength, then you can find some restaurant along the road and sit there over a plate of pasta with a glass of Italian wine.

Google again calculated this route for an hour and a half, but in fact you will get much more. Save this map to your Google account so as not to lose it.

And another option for a route around Rome:

If on the third day, or simply, tired of museums and all sorts of Roman antiquities, you again want to go for a walk around Rome, then I suggest you take a walk along the long embankment of the Tiber River, with its the most beautiful bridges, centuries-old plane trees and buildings along the way from the ordinary, non-tourist life of Rome.

And in general, go somewhere, into the unknown, where there will be no crowds of tourists and real Romans live. Not ancient, but modern. Believe me, even here Rome will be able to surprise you. Someday I’ll arrange posts on my blog with such photo walks.

Well, yes, let me remind you once again, don’t forget to at least sometimes look into cafes and restaurants in Rome. I can hardly tell you everything, but I will definitely tell you where I went, what dishes I tried, or the most remarkable historical restaurants in Rome.

The best shops in Rome, the La Rinascento shopping center, as well as boutiques of all famous brands in Rome are located via Condotti and on via del Corso and the adjacent streets. They are located just between the first and second routes from Piazza di Spagna to Piazza Venezia, so while walking from one attraction to another, you can inadvertently buy yourself new shoes or a dress. But we will also talk about this topic in more detail separately.

OFFICIAL TOURIST SITE OF ROME

turismoroma.it is the official tourist website of Rome with information about events and various promotions, which is noteworthy, with a version in Russian.

Order a taxi (transfer) in Rome:

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What to see in Rome in three days, what a tourist needs to know, safety tips, where is the best place to stay, how to get to the Vatican and Rome museums without waiting in line. In this guide we will share with you our “trodden” and proven walking routes around Rome. The capital of Italy for us is one of the most romantic cities Europe. This is a real museum open air- "the eternal City". The ancients said: “all roads lead to Rome.” The capital of Italy is a “must have” for every traveler.

Rome is a city on seven hills: Capitol, Palatine, Aventine, Esquiline, Caelius, Quirinal, Viminal. The city is divided into two parts by the Tiber River. The left bank part is the site of the ancient city, the right bank is called Trastevere, here in ancient times visiting guests settled. On the right bank of the Tiber there is also the Vatican - the most small state in the world, the capital of the Catholic world.

Rome won our hearts with an amazing combination of antiquity, Renaissance art, the sophistication of different styles of architecture, classical music, sounding in the subway, from the windows of cars and buses (we didn’t hear chanson or pop music)), romance, delicious Italian national cuisine, emotional and pleasant people. Rome has its own special atmosphere and unique energy. It has many faces and every traveler will perceive the capital of Italy in his own way.

How to get to Rome

The most convenient and fastest way is by plane. We flew a direct flight Kiev-Rome. 2.5 hours and you are in the capital of Italy! The view from above is amazing. Italian mountains!

Sea and coast of Italy!

An excellent service that we, our relatives and friends use is Skyskanner.com.ua - search for cheap air tickets. It quickly compares offers from hundreds of airlines and selects the best options. In this case, you book air tickets directly on the airline’s website, receiving all the required bonuses. It’s easy to find a flight ticket to Rome on the website. Enter your data into the search and choose the best flight for you.

You can also get to Rome by bus from other European cities. Tickets can be purchased on the following services:

Pros: The price of a taxi is fixed when ordering, they greet you with a name plate, adjust to your flight, and help with your luggage. Calculate the cost of a taxi, fill out the form below:

Car rent.

Do I need to rent a car? Just to visit Rome you don't need to rent a car. It’s more economical and convenient to combine in the city public transport With walking. Renting a car is suitable if you are planning trips outside of Rome. You can rent a car profitably and inexpensively on the website Rentalcars. This service compares car rental prices in well-known companies and helps you choose the best option.

Public transport in Rome.

In the capital of Italy it is convenient to travel by public transport: buses, metro, trams, commuter trains. At the tram or bus stop there is a board with transport numbers and route points. It's hard to get lost))) From Fiumicino Airport to the center of Rome you can easily get by train or bus. Travel time is about 35-40 minutes.

The metro in Rome has 3 lines: A, B and B1, C. Outside of Rome, for example, there is a surface metro line to the beaches of Lido di Ostia. We cannot say that the metro in Rome is beautiful. It is decorated simply, without design frills, and is perceived as an ordinary means of transportation.

Metrebus (or BIT) tickets for public transport in Rome are valid for all modes of transport. Metro, bus, tram, as well as suburban trains Roma-Lido, Termini-Giardinetti and Roma-Civitacastellana-Viterbo, form a single system of the transport company ATAC. Company website http://www.atac.roma.it - ​​here current prices and transport routes. A ticket for 100 minutes costs 1.5 euros, you can use it once in the metro, including transitions from line to line, and change to different bus and tram routes many times during this limited time.

Ticket price with unlimited number of trips: for 1 day – 7 euros, for 48 hours – 12.5 euros, for 72 hours – 18 euros and for a week – 24 euros. The ticket must be validated, and from that moment the countdown of its validity begins.

Helpful advice: It is profitable to purchase tickets for an unlimited number of trips for any type of public transport in Rome. We bought tickets for 72 hours at the metro ticket office and traveled for 3 days around Rome by metro, buses and commuter train to the town of Lido di Ostia to swim in the sea. In our case, when the hotel was on the outskirts of the city, this was an economical option.

But, if your hotel is located close to the center, then there is no need to buy a pass with an unlimited number of trips. After all, Rome is a compact city, convenient for tourists. You arrive at one “point”, look around everything on foot and drive back. An example is our routes around Rome below in the article. The calculation is very simple: a ticket for 1 day costs 7 euros, to pay for it you need to make at least 5 trips per day. But in compact Rome it will be difficult to do this in one day))).

They also ply around Rome tourist buses Hop-On Hop-Off Bus (tickets from 24 euros for 24 hours). There is also such an offer - Bus tour Hop-On Hop-Off “Museum Express”– a blue bus that goes to the most popular museums in Rome. The price depends on the route and duration (24, 48 or 72 hours). As for me, it makes sense to take such a bus if you plan to visit Rome for only a few hours or one day and want to quickly see the main attractions of the city. Getting around on foot and by public transport is also a great opportunity to see Rome. After all, it is always interesting to find out how real Rome lives, and not the ostentatious tourist one.

Where to stay. Hotels and apartments in Rome.

You can book accommodation in the center of Rome using these links:

Advantageous promotions of hotels in Rome and special offers with discounts can be found here:

Maps of Rome, guides, phrase books.

Maps of Rome, as well as a schedule of upcoming events in the city, can be obtained free of charge at any tourist office.

Helpful advice: We have noticed that in any country they are very welcoming to tourists who speak or at least try to say a few words in the local language.

Before our trip to Rome, we stocked up on an Italian phrasebook. He helped us on this trip, although in the city center you can easily ask for directions in English)))

We also purchased a guide to Rome with a map. He helped us plan routes around Rome. In it we added the necessary places or coordinates with a pen.

Food and water in Rome.

Bravo! Benissimo! Fantastico!Va bene! – and I would like to say many more such words in honor of Italian cuisine. This is my favorite cuisine: pizza, lasagna, ravioli, pasta, risotto, minestrone and for dessert tiramisu, panna cotta, gelato, Italian coffee, fine wines and liqueurs, different types of cheeses.

Where to eat in Rome. There are no problems with this in the capital of Italy. There are many restaurants, cafes, osterias, trattorias, pizzerias, and gelaterias. It's better not to go to tourist place, and to the establishment where most local residents. Usually they are a little further from the center. The prices are cheaper and the food is delicious and authentic. Restaurants in Italy are expensive and prestigious places, cafes are usually self-service, trattorias, pizzerias and osterias are establishments with affordable prices and Italian cuisine. (although you need to be careful, sometimes expensive restaurants may be called Trattoria or Osteria). Usually, at the entrance to a cafe or trattoria, a menu with prices is posted.

Helpful advice: In Italy there is an unspoken rule: If you drink coffee at the bar, then the price is the same. But as soon as you sit down at the table and the waiter serves you, the bill for the order increases almost 3 times. After all, this bill includes fees for serving and serving. For example, a cup of coffee-latte (emphasis on A)) in the Castel Sant'Angelo at the bar cost 1.5 euros, and at a table in a romantic setting with views of Rome - 3.5 euros.

Rome. At the Castel Sant'Angelo

A separate story about ice cream. We once met some friends who also went to Rome. Let's exchange impressions. And then the phrase sounds: “We ate such delicious ice cream in Rome... Ice cream!!! called. We bought it near the Colosseum.” We ask: “Have you tried gelato?” - "And what is it?" Curtain... In Italy you must try gelato!

Gelato is an amazing Italian ice cream. It is sold in gelaterias. There are many of them in Rome. We “loved” one of these at the San Paolo metro station. While we were waiting for the bus, we bought ourselves gelato each time. We tried different flavors, the choice is very large. The system is like this - you choose a waffle cone for 1.5, 2, 3 or more euros. (the more, the more expensive). And the seller fills this cone with the gelato flavors that you like. It turns out to be such an impressive pyramid of ice cream scoops different types. The deliciousness is incredible!

Helpful advice: In Rome you can drink water from fountains. It is absolutely safe and very convenient. The only thing is that the water is very cold. You can always freshen up, fill a bottle with water and wander further, getting to know this unique city.

It's interesting that in Ancient Rome a real water supply system was built. Fountain means “source”. Once upon a time, fountains served only to supply the Romans with water and did not shoot upward. Water was carried from the hillsides through long aqueducts to Rome. At the same time, it underwent triple filtration: it was purified with coal, sand, and then herbs. Therefore, the Romans did not suffer from stomach diseases due to poor quality water. In the 4th century, there were more than 800 fountains in the city, and a hundred baths were in operation.

Shopping in Rome.

Italy is one of the trendsetter countries. Rome is a city where exploring unique historical, cultural and architectural attractions is perfectly combined with shopping. Boutiques of famous designers can be visited while walking along the streets of Rome. In addition, the capital of Italy has large shopping centers and outlets outside the city.

Store opening hours in Rome are from 9-00 to 19-00 or 20-00. In many, except outlets and shopping centers, there is a break from 13-00 to 15-00 (siesta)) and a day off (or a short day) on Sunday.

Inscription "Skonti" means “discounts” in Italian. The season of big discounts for the most economical purchases occurs in the winter in January-February, and in the summer in July-August. During sales periods, prices drop by 50-70%. In stores with the inscription Tax Free foreign buyers have the right to receive a VAT refund on purchases of 155 euros and above. A special coupon is issued for this. At customs, in a special window for Tax Free payments, it is provided along with a receipt and unpacked purchases. (it’s better to arrive at the airport earlier, because there may be a long line of people waiting). Sometimes the owner or seller immediately gives a discount right in the stores, so it happened with us)))

Expensive and respectable boutiques located next to Piazza di Spagna (Spagna metro station) on Condotti, Gregoriana, Babuino, Borgognona, Frattina streets. Brands such as Gucci, Valentino, Armani, Tods, Trussardi, Dolce&Gabbana and many other famous fashion houses are represented here.

Stores in the middle price range with more affordable prices you can find Via Nazionale (on this street there are many shops with good choice leather goods and fur coats), Via del Corso, Via Barberinini, Via Vittoria, close to the Vatican and the Ottaviano metro station - Via Cola di Rienzo.

Also popular for shopping in Rome large shopping centers Oviesse, Coin, Euroma, Upim, La Rinascente, Galleria Alberto Sordi. They work on Sundays, and there is no siesta break on these days. shopping centers No. Same as in outlets.

Outlets in Rome These are entire towns outside the city. You can come here for almost half a day)))

Outlet "Castel Romano" located 25 km from Rome. It presents last year's collections of luxury and mass-market brands with discounts: Dolce&Gabbana, Gucci, Fendi, Armani and other famous brands. There is a regular bus service from Termini train station and Piazza Risorgimento to Castel Romano.

Outlet "Valmontone" popular among the local population, located 40 km from Rome. It has products in the mid-price range, but at the same time of excellent Italian quality. The following brands of clothing and shoes are represented: Baldinini, Twin Set, From By Vestebene, Kocca, Feyem, Manila Grace. The bus to the Valmontone outlet also leaves from Termini railway station.

Techer Outlet Convenient location in the center of Rome. It is close to Plaza España and Via del Corso. This outlet actually carries the same brands as Castel Romano. At Techer you will find discounts on clothes, shoes and accessories from famous brands such as Armani, D&G, RoccoBarocc, Gigli, Fendi, Versace.

Safety in Rome

On hot days, walking around the Italian capital simply requires water, a hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes. Heels and the stone-paved streets of Rome are simply incompatible))) But that's not all...

Before the trip, our relatives warned us about theft in Italy right on the street. Unfortunately, they had a bitter experience. Although they knew about this problem, they seemed to be holding their bags at the ready, but they stared at the Roman beauty and took the bag off their shoulders. And the thief on a motorcycle (he didn’t admire the beauty of Rome, but only tourists) grabbed his purse and drove off.

Helpful advice: Do not carry all your money, cards and documents with you. Leave it in the hotel safe. Always make photocopies of your passports and visas at home. Travel with photocopies of documents in your backpack. Put the bag not just on your shoulder, but “at the ready” - over your neck and shoulder, so that it is impossible for passing or running “sneaks” to take your bag off on the go.

How tourists are scammed out of money is a separate topic. For example, gladiators near the Colosseum. Before our trip to Rome, we read about this on many websites and decided not to deal with such “photo gladiators” at all. Before you have time to look back, you already owe a good amount of money for photos with arrogant “legionnaire faces”. How does this happen? You agree on the price of one photo. During the filming process, the “gladiator”, while you are in “tourist nirvana”, quickly changes poses, hands you a sword, shield and... bills you for several photos, instead of one. The second type of “gladiator” scam is when several more “legionnaires” run up to you during the photo session. Now everyone will have to pay extra for the photo separately.

And they themselves observed such a “swindle” of money near the Colosseum. We went to the fountain at the Roman Forum to drink water. Here we see a man filling half-liter bottles with water. There were about 10-15 containers. We think he’s probably trying for his entire tourist group. Well done))) BUT... when we approached the Colosseum, we saw how this “caring” man was busy selling water from the freezer in the same bottles. The heat is unbearable, tourists happily buy bottles of ice. This is business!!!

We read a lot about how Roman taxi drivers cheat and demand much more money for travel than they initially agreed on. We have not encountered such a phenomenon. On the contrary, taxi drivers not only didn’t take tips, they even gave us a discount, and along the way they also told us about the city)))

And one more thing - do not buy tickets to the Colosseum (with the promise of skipping the line) from the hands of illegal guides in Colosseum Square. I wrote about this below in the route of the first day.

What to see in Rome in three days. Walking routes. Sights of Rome.

The capital of Italy pleasantly surprised with its compactness. Attractions are located at every step and close to each other. This is very convenient for a traveler, because to see the most interesting things you don’t need to travel from one end of the city to the other. We happily wandered on foot through the colorful Roman streets and beautiful squares with fountains, enjoying the atmosphere of the “eternal city”.

I love such colorful streets. By the way, “area pedonale” is a pedestrian zone. Just for curious hikers))

And when the brain has already refused to perceive the architectural masterpieces and ancient sights of Rome, it’s time to treat yourself to delicious Italian dishes, pizza, lasagna, pasta, wines or gelato ice cream.

We built our acquaintance with the capital of Italy according to the following principle: we arrive by metro to one point in Rome and examine everything that is nearby. For three days these were the routes.

Walking route around Rome. The first day.

Colosseum Square - Palatine Hill - Roman Forums - Colosseum Amphitheater - Imperial Forums - Venice Square - Capitol Hill

The route takes a whole day. Starts from Colosseo metro station and Colosseo square and ends at Capitol Hill. It is dedicated to Ancient Rome.

The famous Colosseum amphitheater impresses with its scale, grandeur and... a huge winding line of tourists to the ticket office. Immediately, in addition to the “gladiators,” illegal guides may approach you with an offer to visit the Colosseum without queuing for a small fee (in addition to the ticket price). Another deception of gullible tourists.

Helpful advice:How to skip the line to the Colosseum

The secret is simple. Single tickets are sold for the Palatine Hill, the Roman Forums and the Colosseum. Cost 12 euros. The ticket is valid for 2 days, but it can only be used to visit these attractions once. The line at the Colosseum ticket office is the longest. A single ticket can also be purchased at the Palatine ticket office, the Roman Forum ticket office, and can also be booked online on the Colosseum website. (but on the website the extra charge for booking is 2 euros).

We bought single tickets at the Palatine ticket office and began our walk through the antiquities of Rome from this hill. The Palatine ticket office is easy to find: go behind the Arch of Constantine in Colosseum Square and follow the signs for Monte Palatino along Via di San Gregorio. Before us at the Pilatino box office there were only 5!!! Human. (at a time when the line to the Colosseum numbered about a hundred tourists). The ticket office of the Roman Forums is located on the street. Via Sacra and on st. Largo Romolo e Remo.

Read more in this article:

The route is very interesting. A lot of impressions for lovers of antiquities and history. It has one drawback - it is “overload” at the end of the day)))) I will write more about the Colosseum-Capitol route in a separate article. In the meantime, some photos of the first day in Rome))

Coliseum. Photo at the exit from the Colosseum metro station

Arch of Constantine

Hill Palatine. It’s nice to wander around the ancient ruins while listening to the loud singing of cicadas. Italian pine trees create a special color.

Roman forums. View from Palatine Hill. The Forum was the center of cultural and political life in Ancient Rome.

Coliseum. It is very interesting to see this building from the inside.

Geographic maps with the history of the Roman Empire . Placed on the wall of the Basilica of Maxentius. It with reverse side forums. You can find them by moving along Via dei Fori Imperiali from Piazza Colosseum to Piazza Venezia.

Imperial forums. Trajan's Market and the Tower of the Militia.

Trajan's Column and the Church of Santa Maria di Loreto. Do you know what connects this ancient column of Emperor Trajan and the city? Kamenets-Podolsky? The answer is in our article:

Venice Square and Altar of the Fatherland. Italians often call this monumental building a “typewriter” or a “wedding cake.”

Capitol Square. Palazzo Senatori. Here is the City Hall of Rome.

Capitol Museum.

Walking route around Rome. Second day.

Vatican (St. Peter's Basilica and museums) – Castel Sant'Angelo – Ponte Sant'Angelo – Piazza Navona - Pantheon

An experience-filled walk around Rome for the whole day.

Unfortunately, we didn’t have time to climb the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica or visit the Vatican Museums or the Sistine Chapel. The reason for this was the huge queues and the desire to see other famous attractions in Rome. But now tourists have the opportunity to avoid queues at the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and even St. Peter's Basilica. How to do it?

Helpful advice: How to skip the line at the Vatican Museums.

The answer is simple! Online ticket booking on the official website of the Vatican Museums, on this page, will help with this. Buy your ticket in advance. This can be done 60 days before visiting the museums. Enter all the people who plan to go to museums with you, select the date and time of the visit. Price 16 euros + 4 euros for booking, i.e. only 20 euros. You pay with a credit card and immediately after that you receive a voucher with a QR code by email. Entrance to museums using vouchers received by email. In an hour!! Before the scheduled time, go to the right of the main queue and the main entrance, present a printed voucher (you can also show your QR code on a tablet or phone, the main thing is that the code is clearly readable) and an ID card. After scanning the code, you will be given a standard ticket to the Vatican Museums. Come in without queuing.

How to skip the line at St. Peter's Basilica.

Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is free. (Paid - museum inside the Cathedral and climbing to the dome). But at the same time, to get into St. Peter's Basilica, you need to stand in a long line at any time of the year. It “winds” around St. Peter's Square. It moves quickly, but with such a large number of people, you will have to stand for at least two hours. But even here there is an opportunity to skip the line. Eat payable service- “Skip-the-line visit to St. Peter’s Basilica.” The cost of saving your time is from 15 euros. The price includes an audio guide. You can purchase this service online on that website.

Read how to buy tickets to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel here:

I will make a detailed description of this Vatican-Pantheon route in a separate article. But I’ll be happy to post some photos from this bright walk on the second day here))

Vatican – the smallest state in the world. Saint Paul's Cathedral.

St. Peter's Square.

In St. Peter's Basilica. Greatness, beauty, spirituality.

Vatican Post. Be sure to send a postcard home from the unique Vatican Post Office.

Castle of Sant'Angelo. named after the Archangel Michael, who, with his miraculous appearance at the top of the castle, notified the Romans of the end of the plague.

Statue of Archangel Michael on top of Castel Sant'Angelo.

Castel Sant'Angelo offers stunning views of Rome.

And in the distance is the Altar of the Fatherland in Piazza Venezia (wedding cake, as the Italians say)

Bridge of the Holy Angel. There are 10 statues of angels installed on it.

Piazza Navona. There is an amazing atmosphere here. Even though there are a lot of people around, you just want to sit on a bench by the fountain or at a cafe table and enjoy the surrounding beauty, without rushing anywhere. Three beautiful fountain Decorate Piazza Navona: the Fountain of the Rivers, the Fountain of the Moor and the Fountain of Neptune.

Fountain of the Rivers in Piazza Navona.

Fountain of the Moor in Piazza Navona.

Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva and the Elephant statue. In this unique for Rome gothic church The trial of the heretic Galileo took place. Here the scientist said his famous phrase: “And yet it spins!” Bernini's elephant holds on its back an obelisk column, which was erected in the 6th century BC. Julius Caesar brought it as a trophy from Egypt.

Pantheon- ancient Roman temple of all gods. Now it is a national mausoleum in which worthy citizens of the Fatherland are buried.

The dome of the Pantheon is colossal. Its diameter is greater than the diameter of the dome of St. Peter's Cathedral (43.5 meters. “Eye of the Pantheon” - the hole in the dome has a diameter of 9 meters, through which sunlight penetrates into the temple.

Walking route around Rome. Day three.

Trip to the sea in Lido di Ostia – Pyramid – shopping on Via Nazionale – Piazza di Spagna – Trevi Fountain

This full-day itinerary is very diverse: the sea, shops, architecture, the romance of evening Rome and the unique flavor of the city.

We traveled to the Tyrrhenian Sea to the town of Lido di Ostia by metro train from the Basilica San Paolo station. The drive is about 35-40 minutes. The ticket price is the same as for any public transport in Rome. We were traveling on a ticket for unlimited travel, which we bought for 72 hours. Lido di Ostia is a typical Italian resort town. By the way, it is very similar to the resort town of Rimini, east coast Italy. Read about this town here:

Just as small family hotels, beaches across the road, boutique shops and a lot of vacationers. The sea is wonderful. At the bottom there is big stones, it’s convenient to swim away from the shore and relax while standing on them. The sand on the beach is dark and hot. After a busy two days in Rome, a holiday at sea is an excellent solution. We spent half the day just swimming and sunbathing.

In Lido di Ostia there are free beaches and paid ones - for 3 euros per person. They differ in that the free ones do not have sun loungers and umbrellas and there are significantly more people. Showers, toilets, bars with water, beer, and sandwiches are available on all beaches.

The first time I came across such a “walking clothing store” was on the beaches of Rimini. In Lido di Ostia, as on all beaches in Italy, there are sellers of various clothes, bags, and scarves. “Walkers” do not sell corn, seeds or other food here. Only the Chinese sell chopped coconuts.

Pyramid in Rome - an unusual structure for Italy. Located next to the Pyramid metro station. Built by praetor Gaius Cestius in the 12th century BC. made of marble. He thus sought to surpass the greatness of the Egyptian pharaohs. The height of the pyramid is 35 m, but part of it has already sunk into the ground.

Plaza de España and famous Spanish steps . There are a lot of people here, but it is very comfortable and romantic. It's nice that we met here with friends and colleagues.

There are a lot of people in the Plaza de España – that’s about it)))

Trevi Fountain - one of the most romantic places Rome. Especially in the evening! To return to Rome, you need to throw a coin into the fountain. While standing with your back, throw with your right hand over your left shoulder. But there are so many people that it’s hard to get to the fountain)))

Excursions around Rome.

We talked about routes for independent walks around the capital of Italy. You can also order individual excursion around Rome and its surroundings with a local guide.

In the following articles I will describe each of our routes in more detail. Read also how we traveled from Rome to Naples and Pompeii.

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Rome is an amazing city. He makes you fall in love instantly and for a long time))) Of course, you can’t see everything in three days. There is so much we haven’t seen yet: Villa Borghese Park, the Appian Way and the Roman Catacombs, Baths of Caracalla, Mouth of Truth, the Fountain of the Turtles, Piazza del Popolo with the twin churches – you can’t list it all)))

I think that you can’t get acquainted with Rome in a hurry, running around all the sights according to a drawn-up plan and checking the “visited” box in the guidebook. Rome should be enjoyed slowly, absorbing the unique and incredibly romantic atmosphere of the “eternal city”.

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If it so happens that you have only, or as many as 3 days, to explore Rome, it is better to think through everything in advance and draw up a program of excursions. You can order tickets for many events on-line. And don’t forget that on the last Sunday of every month, admission to the museums of Rome is free. To move around the city, it is more convenient to use public transport, in particular the metro. Give up the idea of ​​seeing the city by car right away. Problems with parking, traffic volume, zone limited movement(ZTL) in the historical part of Rome can significantly overshadow the impression of the walk.

You will have to walk a lot, so clothes and shoes should be comfortable. We recommend that you stay as close to the city center as possible. You can do this and choose the most convenient option. Don't forget to take a band-aid just in case. Please note: the water in the fountains of Rome meets all sanitary standards and is safe to drink. However, it is better to take a bottle of water and a light snack with you. high prices- a feature of tourist Rome. To avoid tiring standing in lines, start exploring the sights and the city itself early in the morning.

Day one: Vatican, St. Angela, Piazza Navona and Campo dei fiori

The Vatican is open to visitors every day and entry is free. Pay attention to the largest Italian church, Basilica di San Pietro. Not a single image of Rome is complete without it. Admission is free, you can visit it every day until 19.00. Every Sunday at noon the Pope greets and blesses visitors. The Vatican Museums are open from Monday to Saturday until 18.00. The cost of a ticket is 16 euros, a reduced ticket costs 8 euros. Also be sure to visit art gallery Pinacoteca and the Sistine Chapel, where you will enjoy masterpieces of the great masters of painting. Of course, you can visit all these places as part of an excursion, where you will be told in detail about what you saw and taken to many additional places. You can view the excursion route and buy a ticket using this link.

Next in line is Castel Sant "Angelo. It is open daily until 19.30. The entrance ticket costs 10 euros, with a discount of 5. The castle was created in the 2nd century AD as the funeral mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian. The tombs of Roman emperors and their families are located here. It got its name in the year of the plague, Pope Gregory I organized and led a prayer procession, near the mausoleum he saw the Archangel Michael with a sheathed sword. From that moment on, the mausoleum was called Castel S. Angelo (Castle of St. Angel). there is a stone with a footprint allegedly left by an angel. We recommend that you take this tour of the castle, after which you will have a number of pleasant impressions and knowledge.

Next on the list is Piazza Navona. The original name was “in Agone”, from the Latin agones – game. You can get to it by taking the metro and getting off at the station of the same name, but it’s better to treat yourself to a walk from the S. Angelo bridge. On the site of the modern square was the Domiziano Stadium, which could accommodate up to 30,000 spectators, 276 meters long and 54 meters wide. It was used for athletic competitions; gladiator fights were not held here. The stadium was decorated with numerous statues, one of which (statua Pasquino) can be seen in the square. Baroque palaces, the Quattro fiumi del Bernini fountain, street artists and portrait painters, the square never quiets down. Next to Piazza Navona is Piazza Sant'Eustachio, which is worth a visit for the cafe of the same name. This is a small bar with the most delicious coffee in Rome, some say in all of Italy.

The last place we recommend you go on your first day is Campo dei fiori. This place can be reached on foot from Piazza Navona, through Corso Vittorio Emanuele and via dei Ballauri to Campo dei Fiori. Until the end of the 14th century there was a flowering meadow here, hence the name. Then the horse fair, held twice a week, followed by the place where executions and executions were carried out. It was here that Giordano Bruno was burned at the stake. His bronze monument stands precisely at the site of his execution. Campo dei fiori is the only square in Rome where there is not a single church.

Day two: Colosseo, Vittoriano and Campidoglio

We recommend starting the second day with a visit to the main symbol - the Colosseum. It is open daily until 17.30. Cost – 12 euros, reduced price – 7.50, free entry for children. A good solution for visiting the Colosseum is to get acquainted with it as part of an excursion; you can order it. Also next to the Colosseum is Triumphal Arch Konstantin. A few meters from the arch is Foro Romano, an archaeological complex with imperial buildings.

Campidoglio will last place, which we recommend visiting on the second day. You can walk here from Piazza d'Aracoeli along famous stairs la Cordonata, designed by Michelangelo, to Piazza Campidoglio. Here is the oldest museum in the world - Musei Capitolini. Entrance costs 14 euros, reduced price – 12 euros. Open daily until 19.30. The museum is closed only 3 days a year: January 1, May 1 and December 31.

Final third day: Piazza di Spagna, Fontana di Trevi and Pantheon

We recommend starting the third day with a visit to Piazza di Spagna. In the center of the square you will see the Barcaccia fountain, on the right is the house-museum of the poet Keats and his friend Percy Bysshe Shelley, on the left is Babington's tea house. The square is famous for the Trinita' dei Monti staircase (135 steps). All architectural elements and the delicate ocher color give the square an elegant look .

Fontana di Trevi is a famous cinematic monument. The shell-shaped fountain, the “show of water”, attracts many tourists. The tradition of throwing a coin over the shoulders of the fountain annually replenishes the city budget. From Fontana di Trevi you can easily get to Via dei Condotti, an expensive shopping street.

And at the end of your trip to Rome, we recommend going to the Pantheon. If you walk from the Trevi Fountain along Via del Corso, you will go straight to the Temple of All Gods, which has the largest dome in the world. The Pantheon is the best preserved monument of ancient Rome. In addition to visiting these places on your own, we recommend that you pay attention to this tour, in which you will visit all the places on the third day and perhaps discover something new.

Of course, you can’t see all of Rome in three days, but it’s quite possible to get to know the city and fall in love with it so that you can come back here more than once.

We wish you joyful walks around Rome!

 

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