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Archaeological Sites in Rome

Top 10 Archaeological Sites

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

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

4.2 (87,404 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #2: Domus Aurea #2
Domus Aurea

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

4.2 (65 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #3: Pompeii Day Trips from Rome #3
Pompeii Day Trips from Rome

Delve into the history and culture of the once vibrant city of Pompeii on a day trip from Rome

4.5 (473 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #4: Vicus Caprarius – the City of Water #4
Vicus Caprarius – the City of Water

Vicus Caprarius: Unearth Rome's Subterranean Secrets

4.1 (1,710 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #5: Catacombs of Saint Callixtus #5
Catacombs of Saint Callixtus

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.

4.5 (1,358 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #6: Terme di Caracalla #6
Terme di Caracalla

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

4.2 (1,694 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #7: Palatine Hill #7
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!

4.2 (13,306 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #8: Mamertine Prison #8
Mamertine Prison

The Mamertine Prison holds over 3000 years worth of treasures and is one of Rome's most interesting and important monuments from the Roman Republic. It's located below the Church of St. Joseph of the Carpenters and offers one of Rome's best views of the Ancient Forum.

4.1 (6,653 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #9: Parco Archeologico Appia Antica #9
Parco Archeologico Appia Antica

Discover the rich past, archaeological treasures, and intriguing tales

4.5 (1,593 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #10: Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica #10
Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica

Explore an archaeological site with a history dating back to the 4th century BC

4.1 (1,610 reviews)

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