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Historical Sites in Rome

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<City 71631> things to do #1: Colosseum #1
Colosseum

Visit this impressive ancient structure where gladiators once battled and chariots raced!

4.3 (70,636 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #2: Palazzo Barberini #2
Palazzo Barberini

Palazzo Barberini is an important late-Baroque palace in Rome, packed with art and initially built for the Corsini family between 1730–1740. Guests can explore the different levels, see the library and browse the family's private art collections.

4.3 (621 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #3: Castel Sant'Angelo #3
Castel Sant'Angelo

Visit a museum initially built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian

4.3 (13,238 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #4: Domus Aurea #4
Domus Aurea

Explore the incredible palace built by Emperor Nero after the 64 AD fire

4.1 (42 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #5: Villa Medici #5
Villa Medici

Tour Villa Medici for a peek into Renaissance life

4.5 (337 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #6: Rome Gladiator Experience #6
Rome Gladiator Experience

Immerse yourself in the thrilling history of Roman gladiator battles

4.8 (63 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #7: Palazzo Doria Pamphilj #7
Palazzo Doria Pamphilj

On Rome's Via del Corso, the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj is one of the largest privately owned galleries in the city. It houses a significant collection of paintings, furniture and statues, and features regular live opera performances.

4.5 (363 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #8: Papal Palace & Gardens of Castel Gandolfo #8
Papal Palace & Gardens of Castel Gandolfo

Tour papal rooms, explore the lush gardens, and see Lake Albano views

4.4 (407 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #9: Terme di Caracalla #9
Terme di Caracalla

Discover impressive structures and soak in the rich history of Rome's famed bathing landmark

4.1 (1,569 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #10: Palatine Hill #10
Palatine Hill

Of Rome's seven hills, the Palatine is the one that's right in the heart of the ancient city. It overlooks the Roman Forum on one side and the Circus Maximus on the other. Some of the finest ancient homes were located here, including the emperor's – 'Palatine' is actually where the modern word 'palace' comes from!

4.3 (11,882 reviews)

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