Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

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Rome Historic Centre which includes a fountain, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture
Rome Historic Centre which includes a fountain, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture
Rome Historic Centre which includes landscape views, heritage architecture and a sunset
Piazza del Popolo featuring landscape views, a sunset and a square or plaza
Explore the ancient ruins of Roman Forum in Rome, a historical symbol of Roman culture and architecture

Visit the center of Italy’s capital and enjoy traditional Italian food. Relax in old bars and see some of the city’s famous historic sites.

Rome City Centre is filled with rich historic sites and lively shopping and dining areas. Explore this area and discover the famous PantheonOpens in a new window, a Roman temple built in the 2nd century. It’s located on one of seven major hills in Rome.

Enjoy classic Italian dishes and relax in charming bars. Climb the Spanish StepsOpens in a new window, an ancient stairway and meeting place. The Spanish Steps are located near a large public park and many designer boutiques. See a 2nd-century towering cylindrical building, the Mausoleum of Hadrian.

Find the Piazza NavonaOpens in a new window, a popular meeting place for locals and visitors. Street artists and painters often work in this significant square. Observe the Fountain of the Four Rivers in the center. The renowned Italian artist and architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini designed this fountain in the 17th century.

The church of St. Agnes in Agony faces the Piazza Navona. This architectural marvel was built in the 17th century. Inside, appreciate the relief The Holy Family by Italian Baroque sculptor Domenico Guidi and see the shrine for St. Agnes, containing Agnes’ skull.

Visit the historic Quirinal Palace, which today still functions as the residence of the president of the Italian Republic. This site has been the home of numerous popes and kings of Italy since construction was completed in the 16th century. Tour the palace and admire exquisite interior artworks adorning the walls.

Discover the Pantheon and notice its large granite Corinthian columns. This architectural masterpiece was built by Emperor Hadrian to worship all of the gods. The Pantheon is considered one of the best-preserved ancient buildings in Rome.

Reach the Rome City Centre via express train and bus services operating from Leonardo da Vinci Airport, also known as Fiumicino. Find suitable accommodations in the city’s center with many luxury hotels and apartments available.

With spectacular Ancient Roman buildings, shopping districts and nightspots, the Rome City Centre is one of Italy’s most popular tourist areas.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Rome Historic Centre

Hotel Quirinale

Hotel Quirinale

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 7 Rome RM
The price is ₹11,668 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹11,668
₹14,435 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,928 reviews)
Our stay was excellent! The staff were professional, friendly and helpful. The room was superb and the area very central - really easy to get around, both with buses and trains. I would definitely recommend and hope we have the opportunity to stay here again.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Hotel Quirinale
Hotel Artemide

Hotel Artemide

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 22 Rome RM
The price is ₹13,479 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
₹13,479
₹16,426 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
Room was in good condition, staff were attentive. View wasn’t really nice as we were overlooking the air conditioning units but at least it wasn’t the busy main road. Roof top bar was very good and the bar manager was very entertaining.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Hotel Artemide
Hotel Delle Nazioni

Hotel Delle Nazioni

4 out of 5
Via Poli 7 Rome RM
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Cleanliness, room size and hospitality

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Hotel Delle Nazioni
Napoleon Hotel

Napoleon Hotel

4 out of 5
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II 105 Rome RM
Stay at this hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Nice quiet space, room is a tad small, but we didn't really spend much time in room. Heating unit worked WAY to well, not a bad thing.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Napoleon Hotel
Trastevere Roma | UNA Esperienze

Trastevere Roma | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Emilio Morosini 27 Rome RM
The price is ₹13,163 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
₹13,163
₹16,080 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,193 reviews)
Check in was easy, room was ready early, and staff helpful and friendly

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Trastevere Roma | UNA Esperienze
Excellence Suite

Excellence Suite

Via della Purificazione 38 Rome RM
The price is ₹6,436 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹6,436
₹8,359 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this affittacamere in Rome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,059 reviews)
Room spotless, friendly staff

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Excellence Suite
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Other neighbourhoods around Rome Historic Centre

Santa Francesca Romana showing heritage architecture

Campitelli

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Campitelli. You might want to make time for a stop at Roman Forum or Palatine Hill.

Campitelli
Monti which includes heritage elements, building ruins and heritage architecture

Monti

4.5/5(649 area reviews)

Known for its prominent churches and charming cafes, there's plenty to explore in Monti. You can visit top attractions like San Pietro in Vincoli and Via del Boschetto, and jump on the metro at Cavour Station or Colosseo Station to see more of the city.

Monti
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Pigna

While you're in Pigna, take in top sights like Palazzo Venezia and jump on the metro at Venezia Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Pigna
Via del Corso which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and street scenes

Rome City Centre

4.5/5(1,362 area reviews)

Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona are a few top attractions in Rome City Centre. Hop around the city on the metro at Venezia Tram Stop or Arenula-Cairoli Tram Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and stunning river views.

Rome City Centre
Trevi which includes food and markets

Trevi

Art galleries, churches and museums are just a few things travellers like about Trevi. Sights like Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Trevi are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Rome area at Barberini Station.

Trevi
Repubblica showing street scenes and signage

Repubblica

4.5/5(379 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Palazzo del Viminale to Quirinale – discover Repubblica, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Repubblica


Rome Historic Centre Travel Guide

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