The Stadio Olimpico is located within the Foro Italico sports complex, north of the "Eternal City" of Rome, 4 kilometres north of Vatican City. It is home to both A.S. Roma and S.S. Lazio, and now visitors can take a tour, peek into the dressing rooms, and even walk the same path that players walk onto the pitch! A must-see for fans everywhere.
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!
The Catacombs of Saint Callixtus are some of the many smaller catacombs scattered around the Eternal City. Located on the Appian Way, the catacombs are famous for containing the Crypt of the Popes, which, as the name suggests, once contained the tombs of several popes from the 2nd to 4th centuries.
Psychology, mathematics, science and biology come together in a mind-bending medley of attractions at the Museum of Illusions Rome. It's all sleight of hand at this museum located on Palazzo Spadain the heart of Rome, and nothing is what it seems!
Villa Borghese is a large landscape garden in Rome, Italy. Covering 80 hectares and lined with trees, small lakes, fountains, and various other architectural delights, Villa Borghese is also home to the famous Borghese Gallery.
It may only be the third largest public park in Rome, but Villa Borghese is certainly the most romantic. It's an enjoyable spot for a picnic, to explore by bike, or even electric golf cart!
Bioparco di Roma is an open-air zoological garden and biopark located on the original Villa Borghese estate in Rome. There are 1,114 animals of 222 species, spread across 17 hectares of gardens and enclosures.