Three Under the Radar Ancient Sites in Rome
byFor all antiquity lovers, I would like to point out three minor ancient sites in the Italian capital, that you might have missed but would have loved to visit.
Rome’s attractions
For all antiquity lovers, I would like to point out three minor ancient sites in the Italian capital, that you might have missed but would have loved to visit.
Here we talk about the three women buried inside the Basilica of St. Peter, namely Matilda of Canossa, Christina of Sweden and Maria Clementina Sobieska.
For €16, the SUPER ticket includes one entrance to the Roman Forum – Palatine, where seven historical sites can be accessed.
The saying goes that Rome wasn’t built in a day, and almost 3000 years after its foundation it is still a work in progress. Here, we make a run down of the most interesting buildings from each architectural movement.
Castel Sant’Angelo (or The Mausoleum of Hadrian), reigning over the banks of the river Tiber, is a familiar and majestic monument on the Rome city skyline.
Located behind the hidden walls of Palazzo alla Sapienza, this Baroque marvel is very hard to spot from the outside.
This church, serving the Portuguese community since 1445, may be small but it’s the epitome of opulence.
A liberty style villa in Rome’s Flaminio neighbourhood boasting artworks and sculptures of the Norwegian-American artist, Hendrik Christian Andersen.
Take a look at our list of top non touristy things to do in Rome to get away from the crowds and experience the Eternal City the way locals do.
A Passeggiata through the Roman Forum: from Campidoglio to Colosseo
This Palazzo is the site of a fascinating 16th century home fitted with monster mouths for doors. The architectural gem also hosts the Biblioteca Hertziana.
What to see around Campo di Fiori: Mercato Campo de’ Fiori, Palazzo Farnese, Palazzo & Galleria Spada, Chiesa Santa Barbara dei Librai , Via Giulia
Behind an ancient wall, set back in a secluded garden, lies one of the most unique churches in Rome: the church of Santo Stefano Rotondo.
Villa d’Este is a palace located in Tivoli, a town just outside of Rome with a perfect example of Renaissance architecture and resplendent gardens. Must See in Rome.