So sad the Piazza Venezia and its' surrounding area was under construction during the time of our…read morevisit. This is one of the most iconic and central squares in Rome, and I can even see some of its' elegance peeking out from behind the construction area.

A must stop if you're looking for free things to do. There are options to pay like they have a…read moremuseum and some other stuff otherwise you could totally walk through the piazza completely free. Many picture areas and has bathrooms, though it was crowded.

While visiting Roma , this was one of our stops. No time to…read morevisit inside since our time was limited as our stop in Roma was during our Mediterranean cruise. Beautiful structure on the outside so grand, it's nice to see one of these days maybe next time we will be able to go inside.

Buy a ticket online before you come, since we went by several times and there was always a long…read moreline. If you already have your online ticket, there was a very short line to the left to get inside. The Pantheon was built originally as a Roman temple and later changed into a church in the 7th century, so it is one of the best preserved ancient buildings in Rome. The Oculus, circular opening at the top of the dome lets in light and rain. The ceiling above is a work of art. Statues and art around the perimeter also delight the eyes. You can even pray at the pews in front of the altar. Inside, tombs of Raphael, Victor Emmanuel II, and Umberto I and others. Next to the Sistine Chapel, this was one of the most crowded places we visited.

Wow I love the Campo de Fiori. The name means the field of flowers, because it used to be a field…read moreof flowers and vegetable gardens here before it became this square. Unfortunately from the 16th to 19th century this place became a public execution site. Yikes. The most famous execution was Giordano Bruno in 1600, in which there is now a statue in his honor for freedom of thought. Happy thoughts, happy thoughts. Pass forward to present day. This area is lively with the open air markets where you can find vendors selling produce, flowers, spices, cheese, and artisanal goods. My boyfriend and I came here to explore the live market and also to look for souvenirs to bring home. The vendors here are really aggressive and I would have enjoyed it more if they gave me space to look instead of hound me to buy buy buy. Like chill dude can I look at what I'm buying. Sigh. We were here til closing time and even get to see how the vendors efficiently and quickly packed up their stalls and belongings to wrap up for the day. And of course... a great area to enjoy some gelato.

We're at Campo de' Fiori, Rome's oldest market and possibly the most enthusiastic display of…read moretourist traps per square meter. Once a site for public executions (Bruno's brooding statue still watches over), it now specializes in overpriced pasta and garlic braids. It's more performance art than produce. Vendors heckle, truffle oil flows freely, and yes, someone will try to sell you limoncello in a boot. I walked through as part of a food tour, which felt like the right way to enjoy the chaos, briefly, and with snacks elsewhere. Not the best market in Rome, but definitely the most theatrical.

The Trevi Fountain is every bit as breathtaking and majestic in person as it looks in pictures. The…read moresheer scale of the baroque sculpture work carved right out of the building's facade is astonishing, with the clear aqua water rushing beneath Oceanus creating a stunning spectacle. That said, the crowds are intense. By mid-day, the piazza is wall-to-wall people, making it tricky to reach the water's edge, let alone take in the details without being jostled. The secret to enjoying it is all about timing: go early in the morning (around 7:00 AM) to catch it in the quiet morning light, or late at night when the crowds thin out and the fountain is dramatically illuminated. Tossing a coin over your left shoulder to guarantee a return trip to Rome may be a classic tourist tradition, but doing it in front of this masterpiece is an absolute must.

Fontana di Trevi, we meet again!…read more First time around I recall being delighted being close to the water and looking up at the sculptures. Magnificent in every way, no doubt that it's one of the most beautiful man-made fountains in world. Seeing the sheer number of coins in the fountain, I remember thinking surely it's not marginal how much change is thrown daily given the crowds! This time to Rome I came twice, once early afternoon, another time early evening, both times on a weekend. It's so much more crowded now compared to more than a decade ago, if you're not comfortable being shoulder to shoulder with several hundred other people in a small square, then try to come during less busy hours. I can understand why starting last year they instituted a small fee €2 to get up to the front during the peak hours of 9am to 10pm. The line moved fairly quickly. During off-peak hours you can make your way up close without the fee and it's less crowded more so in the early morning. I'm making a mental note to arrive at 7am to both Trevi and the Spanish Steps next time to avoid the congestion!

Proud to say my first world wonder was the colosseum in Rome Italy. I had a wonderful guided tour I…read moregot from get your guide and it was incredible learning about the nearly 2,000 year old landmark. I got the upgraded package to visit the arena and it was so unreal being there. It was like stepping into history. The colosseum is a must see in Rome!

Absolutely fantastic piece of History and landmark that should be cherished for all of future to…read moresee. Experience a Piece of History that was around since when Jesus Christ walked the earth and soak in the history of great Rome. Get your tickets well in advance and get ready to take some amazing pictures and make memories by yourself or with your loved ones. 5 glowing stars because anything less would truly be disrespectful and uncalled for. Thank you for preserving history!

Wonderful spot to come and visit to walk in the steps of historical Rome grounds. Walk the Spanish…read moresteps and take some great pictures here. 5 stars and grazie!

We arrived in the evening, and the whole area was still bustling, it genuinely felt like the city…read morewas alive around us. There's something about seeing a landmark like this lit up and full of energy after dark that hits differently than the daytime crowds you always hear about. The panoramic views from the top were beautiful. Even with the chill in the air, it was worth the climb just to take in that view over the city. I get why this place is so popular, there's a certain magic to it that photos don't quite capture. My only regret is not having more time to just sit at the fountain and take it all in, soaking up the atmosphere instead of rushing off to the next stop. Next time in Rome, we'll definitely return here again to get some more day time photos

When we were in Vatican City in the afternoon, we skipped the plaza. We came back in the early…read moreevening and it was much less crowded. The square is directly in front of St. Peter's Basilica. Both are named after Saint Peter, an apostle of Jesus whom Catholics consider the first Pope. There is an obelisk in the center and 284 columns that create the elliptical shape of the square.

This is the area around the Vatican…read more It's gorgeous! I absolutely love the fountains and statues in this area. So much amazing architecture. When you step into this piazza, I feel like you get a sense of the Holy Spirit. I mean, how can you not when you are so close to the Vatican? There's a peaceful atmosphere here.

Go! So peaceful and beautiful. Commune with the plants, pack a picnic, watch some bugs, enjoy all…read morethe ancient varieties of trees and flowers. Wonderful!

5 euro regular admission but I paid the 4 euro price for students. Well worth it if you want to…read morereset your nasal passages from car exhaust and cigarettes. The grounds are very large and you could spend hours here. You very much feel like you're in an isolated nature preserve and not in Rome. There's also a stone staircase with a fountain at the top that's just lovely. Keep going up to the garden's western limits and it's a short walk away from the Garibaldi monument and Fontana dell'Acqua Paola (once you leave you can't get back in)

Vittoriano, also known as the Altar of the Fatherland. The Monument…read moreto king Victor Emmanuel II was built starting in 1885, designed by Giuseppe Sacconi, and inaugurated in 1911 to commemorate the 50th. See it as you walk around downtown Rome.

This building was right down the road from our hotel and we passed it a number of times. It is…read morebeautiful with nice statues on the front and back of building. I climbed up the back of building and caught the sunset.

Cool Piazza at the Northern City Wall and also a gateway to Villa Borghese. This piazza has an…read moreobelisk, two churches, two fountains and also restaurants. There is a huge shopping area with parallel streets of shops, one that goes to Piazza di Spagna, at the base of the Spanish Steps. Five Stars!

I came I saw and I conquered. Wow, what a great place is this blessed City. You could spend hours…read morein this area. Great restaurants and shopping too.