Hiking Near Rome: A Short Guide for Mountain Lovers
byNeed a break from the city? Trekking might be the right choice for you. Here is a list of 8 hiking areas near Rome, all in about a short drive from the city center.
Things to See in Rome
Rome’s attractions
9 Insiders share their secrets on the best things to do in Rome
byWho better to tell the secrets of Rome than nine of the most influential bloggers and online contributors of the city?
Must-See: The Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs
byDesigned by Michelangelo himself, the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri was built into the ruins of the famous Diocletian Baths, deriving its name from a legend of Christian martyrs who died during its construction.
The Grand Palaces of Rome
byThe best of Rome’s must-see palazzi and their artistic masterpieces
Contemporary Art Galleries in Rome
byThe Ultimate Contemporary Art Galleries Guide of Rome
Foxtrail: the treasure hunt to discover Rome’s hidden wonders
byLocals and foreigners can now discover Rome in an interactive way with Foxtrail – a mix between an outdoor escape game and a treasure hunt.
Basilica di San Paolo Fuori le Mura
byA Must See in Rome: San Paolo Fuori Le Mura, one of four papal basilicas, where each of the popes dating back to Saint Peter is awarded a circular mosaic portrait around the internal walls of the basilica.
The secrets of the Sistine Chapel
byEveryone knows the Sistine Chapel is one of the greatest treasures of mankind. But not everyone knows the secrets behind it. Discover these 7 facts only very few people know.
Ostia Antica
byInstead of trekking down to Pompeii, why not explore Rome’s very own ghost town, Ostia Antica? Wander the amazingly well preserved streets of what was once a bustling seaport at the mouth of the Tiber.
Metropoliz – The Mestizo City
byAt Rome’s Museo dell’Altro e dell’Altrove 200 people from different nationalities live together as “Metropolizians”, protecting their walls with artworks.
Highlights of Rome: Flash tour of the Colosseum
byIf you don’t have lots of time on your hands, the skip-the-line Flash Colosseum is the perfect solution. It allows you to see the highlights of the Colosseum in an engaging way in just 1 hour.
Palazzo Altemps: a gem behind Piazza Navona
byThis 15th century palazzo came into the possession of the Altemps family in 1568 and houses a collection of Greek and Roman art, as well as a small section of Egyptian art.
Baths of Caracalla: the eighth wonder of the world in Rome
byThe Baths of Caracalla or Terme di Caracalla are the first great Italian archeological site entirely seen in 4D Virtual Tour.
The Church of St. Louis of the French
byThe Church of San Luigi dei Francesi is the national church in Rome of France, famous for the three paintings by Caravaggio dedicated to San Matteo and for the frescoes by Domenichino.
