Colosseum
Ancient Rome’s favourite entertainment venue
The Colosseum is an iconic amphitheatre built in AD 72 and is considered one of the world's
7 wonders. Standing in the same place as the mighty Roman gladiators once battled 2,000
years ago is a thrilling experience.
Trevi Fountain
The hub of the Quirinale district features several amazing landmarks
Trevi Fountain is one of the world’s most gorgeous fountains, almost 50 metres across and
heavily adorned with sculptures of Roman gods, tritons and horses. Before traditionally
tossing in your coins for luck or taking selfies with the magnificent Palazzo Poli palace in the
background, stroll along its narrow streets, which are some of Rome’s quaintest.
The Pantheon
Climb up to the colonnade for a sweeping cityscape
The Pantheon is one of Ancient Rome’s most famous icons, which remains a functional
chapel today. This granite-domed temple houses the tombs of among Italy’s most important
figures, including High Renaissance painter, Raphael. Check out the Fontana del Pantheon
marble fountain with its six-metre towering obelisk in Piazza della Rotonda up front.
Roman Forum
A famous Roman Empire meeting place
The Roman Forum was the heart and soul of Ancient Rome, packed with basilicas, temples,
lively marketplaces, and government buildings. Today, the sprawling ruins are just as
impressive and attract more than 4.5 million visitors annually who come to imagine what life
was like during the Roman Empire.
Vatican Museums
Wander through 1,400 rooms filled with historical masterpieces
The Vatican Museums lie inside the Vatican City and consists of 54 galleries displaying
20,000 works of art that the Catholic Church has collected throughout the centuries. Art and
history lovers will be in heaven here.
St Peter's Basilica
An iconic pilgrimage site in the Vatican City
St Peter's Basilica is the largest church in the world and one of the Catholic Church's holiest
sites to worship. The magnificent church was built between 1506 and 1626 on the burial site
of St Peter, one of Jesus' 12 disciples, and features Renaissance architecture.
Piazza Venezia
A bustling square with panoramic views of Rome
Piazza Venezia is one of Rome's largest squares and sits at the intersection of 4 major roads.
Surrounding the square are several historical sites worth visiting. These include St Mark’s
Basilica, the House of Bonaparte, and the 15 th-century Palace of Venice, now a museum
housing medieval and Renaissance art.
Castel Sant'Angelo
A landmark fortress with a fascinating history and lovely views
Castel Sant'Angelo is a famous castle located on the Tiber River, only a short stroll from
Vatican City. The massive fortress was initially built as a mausoleum for the Emperor Hadrian
in AD 130 but later converted into a papal fortress and private residence. The castle was also
used as a military headquarters and horrific prison.
