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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!

4.1 (45,486 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #2: Castel Sant'Angelo #2
Castel Sant'Angelo

Visit a museum initially built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian

4.2 (16,488 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #3: Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore #3
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

Explore ancient shrines and learn about religious history at this impressive Roman church

4 (395 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #4: Barberini Palace #4
Barberini Palace

View art and visit historic rooms

4.1 (821 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #5: Villa Medici #5
Villa Medici

Tour Villa Medici for a peek into Renaissance life

4.6 (550 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #6: Palazzo Doria Pamphilj #6
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 (442 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #7: Domus Aurea #7
Domus Aurea

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

4.4 (99 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 (544 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #9: Rome Gladiator Experience #9
Rome Gladiator Experience

Immerse yourself in the thrilling history of Roman gladiator battles

4.8 (76 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #10: Terme di Caracalla #10
Terme di Caracalla

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

4.1 (1,777 reviews)

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