There’s nothing more exciting than a trip to Rome. But this excitement will wash down the drain if you do not go on your Rome trip with a proper plan. Looking for some help to help you out?
Here are top five things you should never miss out when visiting Rome:
1. Visit the Colosseum
Recognized as a symbol of Rome, the Colosseum has a historical background that is long and bloody. It is believed to have been the largest amphitheater in the Roman Empire and is said to have packed up to 50,000 people.
The Colosseum was inaugurated with 100 days of games that included animal fights and gladiator combats. Despite centuries of neglect, this historical piece has remained intact.
Nearly four million people visit the Colosseum every year. So you can guess that there would be a very long queue outside the ticket counter. You could book your Colosseum Rome tickets in advance less you want to stand in the long queue.
It would save you time since you would not have to stand in the long queue.
2. Gaze at the Pantheon
This place is actually the burial place of Roman kings and other prominent figures such Raphael. The Pantheon was actually built between 118 and 128 A.D. and dominates as a feat of architectural ingenuity. As the world’s largest dome until the modern era, it has been called the world’s only architecturally perfect building and holds a good significance of the architectural story of Imperial Rome. Do not forget to look up at the oculus in the dome, which is open to the sky and lets the sunlight filter in.
3. Explore the Vatican
Start your day at the Piazza di San Pietro. It was designed by Bernini and looks as if a pair of arms extend in an embrace. Besides the St. Peter’s Basilica, the other absolute must-see is the Vatican Museums, which includes Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel. Other highlights include Raphael Rooms, old master paintings, and antique sculptures.
4. Find Fortune at the Trevi Fountain
This awe-inspiring Baroque masterpiece by Nicola Salvi features a marble statue of Neptune at the center surrounded by tritons. Legend has it that anyone who throws a coin in the fountain will return to Rome. However you will have to visit the place early in the morning or late at night when the crowd is less or else brave your way through the huge tourist crowd vying for a perfect selfie in front of the Trevi fountain.
5. Shot at Centro Storico
One of Rome’s great joys is losing yourself in this narrow cobblestone streets of Centro Storico. You will find churches with Baroque art, private courtyards of wealthy Romans, boutiques selling everything from carved wooden figurines to precious jewelry, private courtyards where the wealthiest Romans live, enticing gelaterias, cafés, and restaurants.
Conclusion
There you go. Now you know what to do when you visit Rome. Keep this blog page handy and you will never be at lost at what you want to do when visiting Rome.
