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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!

4.2 (86,003 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 (15,056 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #3: Barberini Palace #3
Barberini Palace

View art and visit historic rooms

4.3 (2,445 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #4: Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore #4
Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore

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

4.3 (184 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #5: Papal Palace & Gardens of Castel Gandolfo #5
Papal Palace & Gardens of Castel Gandolfo

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

4.4 (448 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #6: Domus Aurea #6
Domus Aurea

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

4.2 (57 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 (13,102 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #8: Villa Medici #8
Villa Medici

Tour Villa Medici for a peek into Renaissance life

4.6 (429 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

4.2 (1,676 reviews)
<City 71631> things to do #10: Mamertine Prison #10
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 (6,598 reviews)

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