The Top-10

Top 10 Famous Film Locations in Rome - 2023

Updated Sep 2023
  • No.1

    Colosseum

    4.7/5
    2,711 Reviews
    Rome
    858m from downtown
    Globetrotter0209
    "Architectural, historical beauty in Rome that is a must visit for everyone. it’s rich in history and a civil marvel. It can be avoided in peak heat."
    Highlights: The Colosseum is located at the lower end of the Roman Forum and is a landmark building in Rome. It was a place where gladiators fought for their lives, prisoners fought with hungry lions, and a great symbol of eternal Rome. Colosseum History The Colosseum was built on the original site of the splendid DumusAurea and was completed in AD 80. But with the decline of the Roman Empire in the 6th century AD, the Colosseum was gradually abandoned and overgrown. In the following years, the Colosseum was damaged by earthquakes many times, and it even became a source of stone and marble for builders. The Colosseum that is now presented to people has only the incomplete skeleton, but it can still glimpse the style of the day. From the outside, the Colosseum has four floors (including the underground), and only part of the ground floor and the second floor are currently open. On the first floor, you can clearly see the labyrinth-like buildings in the center of the Colosseum. The basements that used to be the Colosseum housed the beasts and gladiators who were going to duel. If you want to see the underground part up close, you need to be led by a guide. visit. The entire outer wall of the Colosseum is made of limestone, and each floor has 80 arches (vormitori), which can allow spectators to enter and take their seats quickly. The depressions on the second and third floors were once filled with marble statues. The top of the wall is dotted with windows and slender Corinthian pilasters, and there are 240 pilasters to support the canvas canopy that covers the Colosseum. These canvas canopies, which shield the audience from the scorching sun and sun, are now invisible. On the second floor, you can clearly see the internal structure of the entire Colosseum. You can clearly see that the entire interior of the Colosseum is divided into three parts: the arena, the auditorium and the podium. The arena had a sand-covered wooden floor to prevent the gladiators from falling and to absorb the blood that shed. The arena can also be flooded with water for simulated naval battles. The traps on the field lead to the basement and the tunnel below the arena. Animals in cages awaiting combat are lifted by a pulley mechanism and transported into the arena. The audience seats (cavea) are divided into three levels: the knights sit on the lower level, the wealthy citizens sit in the middle, and the commoners sit on the upper level. The slope in the stands is very large, so that the audience in each stand can clearly see the performance. The steps are relatively steep, so pay attention to safety when visiting. The passageway inside the stands is wide enough for two cars to be driven side by side. The podium is a wide terrace between the auditorium and the arena, reserved for monarchs, parliamentarians and important personalities. Most of the third and fourth floors of the Colosseum have collapsed, and the upper walls are decorated with small windows. Don't rush out at the end of the visit. There is a museum on the second floor of the Colosseum, which displays some of the statues and replicas preserved in the Colosseum. In addition, you can also see the restored model of the Colosseum, and you want to know more about it. Don't miss out on the history of the Colosseum. Viewing at night, the Colosseum under different lights of the day shows different tones, which is very beautiful. At present, night lights are installed in the Colosseum, which makes the Colosseum at night extraordinarily beautiful. Friends who like photography should not Forget about shooting at night. You can also choose to visit the Colosseum at night with a guided tour. Opposite the Colosseum is Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum. You can also visit if you are interested.
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  • No.2

    Piazza di Spagna

    4.6/5
    901 Reviews
    Rome
    1.4km from downtown
    johnswj90
    "The steps build at 29 meters tall leading to the Spanish embassy, from the infamous Spanish Plaza.."
    Highlights: The Plaza de España once appeared in the movie "Roman Holiday" and became the name card of Rome that everyone knows. Hepburn's fresh and bright shadow seems to have been integrated with the Plaza de España and the beautiful Rome, and it has become a memory that people will never forget. Spanish Steps The entire Plaza de España is not large, and the crowd is mainly concentrated near the Spanish Steps. There are 138 steps in total, which are the widest steps in Europe. In the past, it was regarded as a play paradise by young people from all over the world. They could eat, drink, party, dance, play and sing on the steps and have fun day and night. Today it is one of the more popular sightseeing spots in Rome and one of the Romans' favorite date spots. However, you can no longer eat on the steps, posing for photos with ice cream is prohibited, and you are also not allowed to drink on the steps. At the same time, street performers are also not allowed to play guitar performances on the steps. The Holy Trinity Church walks up the steps and comes to the Holy Trinity Church on the mountain. From the pair of bell towers in the church, it can be seen that it is a Gothic building, which is different from the Baroque style that is more common in Rome. The luxurious and refined feel. Standing on the platform in front of the church, you can overlook the entire Plaza de España. In addition, the more famous scenic spot on the square is a Baroque art fountain in front of the steps, which is called the Broken Ship Fountain. The original fountain was small and inconspicuous, and because of the low water pressure, even the water in the fountain was tiny. The designer made a boat that was half-submerged in the pool outside the original fountain. The water from the fountain first flows into the broken ship, and then slowly overflows from the four sides of the ship. In addition, the entire fountain is almost as high as the street level, and it really feels like a leaking ship is about to sink into the ground. In "Roman Holiday", Hepburn is sitting on the steps next to the fountain, eating ice cream. Many tourists stand at the fountain and take their cameras up to take pictures, so that they can take a panoramic view of the Spanish Steps and the Holy Trinity Church. Shelley Memorial In addition to the above-mentioned three famous attractions, there were many artistic celebrities in the area of Plaza de España. The Keats Shelley Memorial is next to the Spanish Steps. The memorial hall displays their manuscripts, letters, photos and other rich materials, and is a must-see for literature lovers.
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  • No.3

    Trevi Fountain

    4.7/5
    982 Reviews
    Rome
    894m from downtown
    arielle debeka
    "beautiful and crowded as usual.one of the best places to see while in rome."
    Highlights: The Trevi Fountain, also known as the Maiden's Fountain, is better known as the Trevi Fountain. This fountain is one of the most beautiful sculptures in Rome. It took 30 years to complete. It has beautiful appearance, rich decoration and strong three-dimensional effect. The whole fountain is magnificent, magnificent and clear. The legend about the girl actually means "Trevi" which means a fork in the road, which happened to be a fork in the earlier period. According to legend, in 19 BC, a Roman technician deliberately introduced water into this area from 13 kilometers away in order to help a young girl. The Fountain Thematic Fountain was built in the palace of the Marquis of Polly and was completed in 1762 after 30 years. The theme is the triumphant return of Neptune, the god of the sea. Standing on the seashell-shaped chariot in the middle is Neptune. The two horses pulling the chariot are pulled by two Tritons (the messengers of the sea in Greek mythology). and calm. There is a goddess on the left and right of the sea god, representing abundance and health. At the top of the pillars on the background wall, there are four goddesses holding different artifacts, symbolizing the four seasons.
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  • No.4

    Pantheon

    4.7/5
    844 Reviews
    Rome
    787m from downtown
    E35***24
    "The place is Hayle, which shows history, is an unconventional church, and the architectural style of having a large circular hole in the dome, shows the course of architectural art, and around the Pentheon, restaurants and cafes that can sit on and enjoy the view from the outside, and I'm nominating him to visit anyone who goes to Rome."
    Highlights: The Pantheon is a well-preserved building in ancient Rome, with a history of more than 2,000 years. Artist Raphael, Roman emperor Vittorio Emmanuel II and Wimble I rest here. The Pantheon was built by Agoriba, the son-in-law of the first emperor of the Roman Empire, Octavian, to worship the gods on Mount Olympia. Luo praised it as "Angel's Design". The Pantheon is located in the center of Rome. Its vestibule is Piazza Rotonda. There is a fountain erected with a tall steeple stele. The base of the stele is carved with scenes from ancient Roman mythology. The main building structure is simple and clear. It is a huge cylinder of equal width and height, covered with a semi-circular dome. There are no windows inside, and there are statues of gods all around. There is a large circular hole with a diameter of 8.9 meters on the top, which is the lighting point of the Pantheon. The light leaks from the top and changes the angle of the light with the movement of the position of the sun, giving people a sacred and solemn feeling.
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  • No.5

    Castel Sant'Angelo

    4.6/5
    315 Reviews
    Rome
    1.8km from downtown
    johnswj90
    "Also known as the Castle of the Holy Angel, this castle was built by Emperor Hadrian as his mausoleum, later used by the Popes as residence before its decommissioning in 1901 to a museum."
    Highlights: The Fort Sant'Angelo was originally a family cemetery built by Emperor Hadrian. It was later converted into a papal fortress in the 6th century AD. It is said that in 590 AD, Pope Gregory saw an angel in the sky above the fort and named it the Holy Angel. Fort. Castel Sant'Angelo, located on the Tiber River, at the western end of the ancient Roman region, there are several bridges leading to the west bank of the Tiber River, the more important one is the bridge to the Castel Sant'Angelo (PonteSantaAngelo). When walking through the Pont Sant'Angelo, you may wish to take a closer look at the shape of the bridge and the various exquisite carvings on it. The bridge designed by Bernini can be said to be a masterpiece of Baroque decorative art, but only two of the angel statues on the bridge are made of The statue, sculpted by Bernini himself, has been moved to the church of Santa Adreadelle Fratte for proper preservation, and two replicas have been placed on the bridge. The history of Castel Sant'Angelo in the 2nd century AD, the Roman emperor Hadrian designed the Castel Sant'Angelo and personally directed its construction as the resting place for himself and his successors. Over the centuries, Castel Sant'Angelo has undergone a number of changes: first as a fortress to stop the Visigoths and Ostrogoths from invading, then as a prison, and later converted into a splendid papal palace. Now as a museum, in addition to the collection of stuccoes, frescoes and the residence furniture of the Pope, ancient weapons are also an important and precious collection here.
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  • No.6

    Piazza Venezia

    4.7/5
    525 Reviews
    Rome
    317m from downtown
    짱아네
    "Venice, Italy, was picturesque and beautiful among the cities I've been to the most, especially the scenery from the top of the Rialto Bridge cannot be described, and there are shops on the bridge, so it boasts a more humane atmosphere. While waiting for the water bus, looking at the sea, the stress accumulated during that time was relieved, and it really made me feel like I was in the picture, so I felt very different. It didn't fit my mouth, but the seafood and fish were really delicious. ㅠㅠ I know why it is famous as a honeymoon destination. This is really a paradise. It's one of the cities you must go to before you die!"
    Highlights: Piazza Venezia is a circular square in Rome, modeled after the square of San Marco in Venice. There are many historical buildings, museums and art galleries around the square. It is also an important transportation hub and is a must for tourists to walk to Plaza de España and the Mouth of Truth.
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  • No.7

    Ponte Sant'Angelo

    4.7/5
    223 Reviews
    Rome
    1.7km from downtown
    Blessed by God
    "A great place to walk and have an exercise. Easy to arrive just take the bus or tram, have a place wherein you can also stay and relax for a while since there are trees to cover or give you a shade from the sun."
    Highlights: St. Angel's Bridge, also known as St. Peter's Bridge, is an ancient Roman bridge that spans the Tiber River. It was built by the Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 134 to connect the city center with the Castel Sant'Angelo. The bridge is paved with marble, has three arches, and is only accessible for pedestrians. History of the Holy Angel Bridge In the 6th century, Pope Gregory I named the castle and the bridge after the "Holy Angel". It is said that the Archangel Michael appeared on the roof of the castle to announce the end of the Black Death. In the jubilee year of 1450, many people drowned in the river due to the arrival of a large number of pilgrims, so the houses at the bridge head and a Roman triumphal arch were demolished to widen the pilgrimage channel. Architectural style Pont Sant'Angelo can be said to be a very beautiful bridge in the city of Rome. There are twelve vivid statues of angels on the bridge, and each angel holds the same torture tool for Jesus' torture in his hand. Two of the angels are genuine sculptures by the famous Italian sculptor and architect Bernini, which have been collected in the church of Santa Adreadelle Fratte, and two replicas have been installed on the bridge. Castel Sant'Angelo Castel Sant'Angelo is at the other end of the Pont Sant'Angelo.
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  • No.8

    Piazza Navona

    4.6/5
    257 Reviews
    Rome
    1km from downtown
    _TS***4k
    "Piazza Navona is one of the most beautiful and vibrant squares in Rome. This lively square full of portrait painters, street performers and souvenir vendors, is located in the historic center of Rome, just 300m from the Pantheon. Surrounding the square there are lots of restaurants, cafes and terraces with Tre Scalini being perhaps the most popular among them. They make the best Tartufo dessert ( rich chocolate ice-cream dessert) in the whole city. For a peaceful stroll around the square and unobstructed photographs of its lavish fountains and buildings, come early in the morning. You will be delighted fo find a nearly empty square bathed in morning sunshine. The square dates back to the 15th century, but it was built over a 1st century Stadium of Domitian - Rome's first venue for athletic competitions. Underneath Piazza Navona several excavations have been made to uncover the original stadium. Excavations are opened daily from 10 am to 7 pm, tickets cost 8.5 euros.Navona Square is famed for its three fountains, the most impressive of which is The Fountain of the Four Rivers with an Egyptian obelisk as its centerpiece. Undoubtedly the heart of the square, the fountain was designed by Bernini. Four masculine figures represent four rivers: Nile, Ganges, Danube and Plate. There are two smaller fountains placed at each end of the square : Fontana del Nettuno at the northern end depicts Neptune fighting with a sea monster; at the southern end of the square we find Fontana del Moro with the Moor holding a dolphin surrounded by Tritons. Palacio Brascia, placed at the southern end of the oval piazza, houses a Museum of Rome with a large collection of artifacts that tell the story of this magnificent city from the Middle Ages to the mid-19th century. One of the highlights of the square is Chiesa di Sant'Agnese in Agone, a beautiful church built by Boromini, standing just opposite the Four Rivers Fountain. Piazza Navona is an ideal place to linger and do some people wat"
    Highlights: Piazza Navona is adjacent to the Pantheon, where there are Baroque palace buildings, exquisite fountains, romantic cafes and other buildings. Three fountains The three fountains on the square are a must-see art work, completed by the sculptor Bernini in 1651, this white marble fountain is carved with four exquisite figures representing the Nile, Danube, Ganges and Ra Plata River. The obelisk placed over the crack of the building is a Roman imitation, and the names of Vespasian, Titus and Domitian are engraved in hieroglyphs on Egyptian granite . The other two fountains, the Poseidon Fountain and the Moorish Fountain, are located at the north and south ends of the square, respectively. The Moorish fountain was also designed by Bernini. The figure in the middle of the fountain is the god of the swamp. Pleasant to listen to. The buildings around the square are also beautiful, and there are many art treasures inside. Opposite the Four Rivers Fountain is the Church of Sant'Agnese in Agone. The facade of the church was designed by the Baroque architect Borromini. The circular vaults and angel reliefs are beautiful. The authentic works of Raphael and Caravaggio are not to be missed. The San Luigidei Francesi on the north side of Piazza Navona is a gray and white marble building with brilliant gold inside and a collection of Caravaggio's "San Marco Picture", which can be called an artistic treasure. There is also a market on the square, with everything from vegetables, fruits, dried fruits and spices to handicrafts, and it is fun to walk around. If you are tired, you can go to the restaurants or cafes next to the square to have a full meal. All restaurants have open-air seats. When the weather is fine, you can enjoy Italian food on the open-air seats. In addition, there are several well-known ice cream shops in Piazza Navona. You might as well buy one and taste it, sit down on the stone steps around the square, watch the wonderful performances of street performers in the square, admire the beautiful buildings, and observe the artist's concentration. look... enjoy a leisurely Roman holiday.
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  • No.9

    Piazza della Repubblica

    4.5/5
    120 Reviews
    Rome
    1.6km from downtown
    莲子99
    "The oversized pool, almost a circular square, was full of carriageways, and there was no room for gathering, and the details of the fountain could be carefully tasted across the road, much more fine than Levitt's."
    Highlights: The Republic Square is part of the ruins of Diocletian's Baths, next to the central railway station, the transportation hub in the city of Rome. Two fan-shaped ancient buildings surround a fairy fountain, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Angels and Martyrs on the side of the square is a distinctive church building in Rome.
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  • No.10

    Mouth of Truth

    4.4/5
    274 Reviews
    Rome
    542m from downtown
    长脸张少侠
    "The mouth of truth: This is a manhole cover from ancient Rome, found on the exterior wall of the church in 1632, and it is said that the hand is placed in her mouth, if lying can not pull out, in the film Roman Holiday is it scared the lovely princess. The church itself was built in the sixth century and is decorated with Byzantine mosaics. The mouth of truth is a marble carving, similar to the human face, with nose and eyes, and a large mouth, located on the porch of the Church of Our Lady of Rome, Greece, Italy. According to legend, if anyone doesn't tell the truth, it will bite his hand. Travelers who come here have reached into their mouths to try if their hands will be bitten. Tickets: Free opening hours 9:30-18;00 address: Piazza della Bocca della Verità , 18, 00186 Roma RM, Italy"
    Highlights: The Mouth of Truth is a disc engraved with the head of the god of the sea. It stands on the wall at the end of the promenade outside the main entrance of the Church of Our Lady of Cosmedin. It is famous all over the world because of the movie "Roman Holiday". In fact, this is just a manhole cover from the ancient Roman era, which was discovered in 1632 next to the outer wall of the church where it is now. The mouth of truth legend This can be said to be one of the oldest lie detectors in the world. It is said that if a liar puts his hand into the "mouth of truth", his hand will be bitten off. Another saying is that as long as you put your hand into the "mouth of truth" and recite your lover's name seven times in your heart, if your hand is not bitten, it means that you are sincere to this love. Although the legend of sightseeing and shooting cannot be taken seriously, but now tourists come here, all lining up to stretch their hands into the "Mouth of Truth" to take pictures. Because there are too many tourists who come here, if you want to take pictures here, you often have to queue for a long time. Basically, each person can stay in front of the scenic spot for about a minute or two. It was originally an ancient Roman manhole cover found near the church, and the pattern on it may be the face of Triton, the son of Poseidon. Church of Our Lady of Cosmedin The building of the Church of Our Lady of Cosmedin itself was built in the 6th century, decorated with Colint columns and Byzantine-style mosaics, and is also worth seeing. In front of the church are the remains of the Temple of Fontenay, the oldest existing temple in Rome.
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  • No.11

    Fontana Barcaccia

    4.4/5
    120 Reviews
    Rome
    1.4km from downtown
    我是水晶
    "The Boatbreak Fountain, located on the Plaza de España, just in front of the Spanish Steps, was rebuilt by the famous designer Benini's father Peter Benini. It is also the oldest fountain in Rome, built in the 16th century. The fountain is small, but it is cleverly designed and Hepburn used to play in front of the fountain during the Roman holiday. Now there are many tourists sitting on the Spanish steps to enjoy it."
    Highlights: The Broken Ship Fountain is located in the middle of the Spanish square. It is a very famous and very old fountain in Italy, and it is also one of the fountains with less water flow in Rome. Legend has it that it was built to commemorate the great flood in Rome in 1598. The Broken Ship Fountain is half submerged in water, which is very different from other fountains. The elegant-looking Broken Ship Fountain was actually remodeled by Bernini's father, Pietro Bernini. The original fountain was small and inconspicuous, and the water pressure was low, so even the water in the fountain was small. Peter made a boat half-submerged in the pool around the original fountain. So it flows into the broken ship first, and then slowly overflows from the four sides of the ship. In addition, the entire fountain is almost as high as the street level. It really feels like a ship sank in the Plaza de España. There are always people playing guitars or taking pictures in front of the "Breaking Boat Fountain", and thirsty tourists sipping water.
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  • No.12

    Fiumi Fountain

    4.5/5
    132 Reviews
    Rome
    1km from downtown
    貓貓達
    "Four rivers fountain, located in the central area of Rome, Italy, the biggest feature of the fountain is the most important four river gods show their mastery, carving fine work, so that visitors to take a good look, take pictures, is a must-visit Rome's ruins."
    Highlights: The Fountain of the Four Rivers is a prominent fountain in Piazza Navona, designed by Bernini, with four exquisite statues representing the Nile River in Egypt, the Ganges River in India, the Danube River in Europe and the Plata River in America, surrounding the imitation in the middle. Egyptian obelisk. Architectural features Bernini used four marble human statues to symbolize the four rivers, with a rockery in the middle and an Egyptian-style square granite minaret, implying the victory of Catholicism in the world. Below the sculpture is a huge pool, which is made of limestone to form a rockery, and the exits of the fountain are set in it. On the rockery, four old people sit in different postures facing four directions. The four giants are like sitting on the rockery casually, with a natural look. The water column flows out irregularly from the cracks and springs of the rockery. Some are sharp, some are soothing. Under the sunlight, the colors are dazzling, making the whole fountain look lively and rich. fun.
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  • No.13

    Trinita dei Monti

    4.4/5
    90 Reviews
    Rome
    1.5km from downtown
    莲子99
    "Behind the Plaza de España, a white church on the high ground, is seen as its side facade, but the angle is so famous that it forgets what the facade is like, and the steps below are full of people."
    Highlights: Above the 137 steps of the famous Spanish Steps is the Holy Trinity Church (Trinitadei Monti) (also known as the Holy Trinity Church). It was built in 1945 by the French and is famous for the steps leading to the Plaza de España in front of the church. The two towers on the left and right of the church stand symmetrically. The square in front of the church has a steeple, and the square overlooks the Plaza de España. The interior of the church is not large, but the side corridors are full of frescoes, and the marble pillars of the main altar are also very good.
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  • No.14

    National Gallery of Ancient Art in Barberini Palace

    4.5/5
    19 Reviews
    Rome
    1.3km from downtown
    cparissh
    "There are many collections in the palace, which seem inconspicuous, but there are many people who go there. So go over and wait in line early. The collections are also interpreted in Italian and English."
    Highlights: Palazzo Barberini is a palace in Rome facing Piazza Barberini and houses the National Gallery of Ancient Art. In "Roman Holiday", the embassy where Princess An lived was shot here. The Barberini family has produced the Pope, so the mansion is very stylish, and Bernini also participated in the design. Entering the Barberini Palace, it is an art gallery. You cannot take pictures in the gallery, and you need to send packages. There are many paintings and sculptures in the gallery, many of which are masterpieces, such as "Judith Beheading Holofernes" and "Judith Beheading Holofernes" and other paintings. Among them, the spiral staircase designed by Bernini and the ceiling frescoes in a huge hall are particularly classic and very shocking.
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  • No.15

    Spanish Steps

    4.5/5
    112 Reviews
    Rome
    1.5km from downtown
    _TS***4k
    "One of Rome's most famous landmarks, Spanish Steps, stand in the middle of a high end shopping district whick makes them a perfect meeting point for tourists and locals alike. 135 steps lead from the Spanish Square below to the upper Piazza Trinita dei Monti, small square dominated by a pretty twin tower church. After visiting the church, you can marvel at the panoramic city views from its terrace.At the foot of the steps you'll find a curious little fountain depicting a sinking ship. The Ugly Boat Fountain was designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini's father, Pietro. There's no lack of myths and legends in ancient or modern Rome. One such legend claims that in creating the fountain P. Bernini was inspired by an actual 16th century event when a fishing boat ended up on that exact same spot, in the middle of the square, carried by a flooding river. In reality, Bernini intended to resolve an issue of low water pressure with his design.Keats - Shelley Museum stands at the right foot of the stairs, housed in a building where Keats once lived and died.Spanish Steps have long been a favored spot for sitting down, relaxing, perhaps even having a snack. You'll be ill-advised to continue this practice today. Just sitting on the Steps, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, might cost you 250 euros. As with other popular Roman tourist spots, the best time to visit is early morning. You'll have the place much to yourself. Via del Babuino, one of Rome's high streets, will take you down to another popular square - Piazza del Popolo."
    Highlights: The Spanish Steps is located on the Plaza de España, where the hero and heroine of the movie "Roman Holiday" enjoy ice cream sweetly, and it has become one of the must-see attractions for tourists from all over the world. There are many portraits and stalls selling flowers on the steps, so you might as well sit on the steps and enjoy the leisurely atmosphere. Architectural style The Spanish Steps was built in 1723. It is a Baroque-style building funded by the French and designed and constructed by the Italians. The large steps are made of travertine stone and consist of 3 large platforms divided into 3 layers. The steps are divided into 12 sections with a total of 137 stone steps. The arc-shaped steps on both sides connect the platforms. The plane of the steps is like a vase, forming a moving The curve, the change of the width of the steps, the matching of steps, and walking on it make people feel the rhythm of relaxation and relaxation. Before the completion of the large steps, the church in the east and the plaza in the past and the west were in a disordered state. The large curvilinear steps organically unified the squares and streets with different elevations and different axes, forming a harmonious whole. . On the large steps around the steps, a 16th-century twin-tower church overlooks the square; in front of the steps, there is a "boat fountain", which spreads coolness to the square with little drops of water. This is the work of Bernini's father, only a passionate and romantic Italian design Teachers can be so imaginative and creative. The Spanish Steps reflects the advantages of the free and flexible style of Baroque architecture in the overall layout of the city.
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  • No.16

    Palazzo Colonna

    4.6/5
    45 Reviews
    Rome
    546m from downtown
    cparissh
    "This is one of the attractions filmed in the movie Roman Holiday. It is very beautiful. You can imagine the princess coming here at the time. The inside of the palace is also very luxurious, there are many murals, and the buildings outside are also very beautiful."
    Highlights: Palazzo Colonna is one of the magnificent old private mansions in Rome. The building was built in the fourteenth century at the request of the Colonna family. Its construction lasted for five centuries, and the interplay of various architectural styles inside and outside the palace has become its prominent feature and reflects the artistic characteristics of different historical periods. Colonna Gallery The magnificent Colonna Gallery is 76 meters long on the side facing the 4th of November; it is a well-deserved jewel of Roman Baroque architecture, and many of its representative and artistically valuable halls are Treasures the family's art collection. Here you can see masterpieces by Italian and foreign artists from the fifteenth to sixteenth centuries. Gallery Visiting Guide The Colonna Gallery guided tour service is included in the ticket price. You can choose whether you need a tour guide or not. The tour guide is divided into languages. 11:00 is Italian, 12:00 is English. The official website of the Colonna Palace has a very detailed introduction to the Colonna Palace and the gallery. Available at http://www.galleriacolonna.it/en/palazzo-colonna. The Colonna Palace Bookstore (Address: ViadellaPilotta, 17) and offices display a series of publications about the Colonna family, the Colonna Palace and its art collection, which are sold every Saturday morning, where visitors can purchase them as souvenirs.
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