Rome stands as one of the finest and
oldest cities in the world and its
history spans over 2,500 years it has
been a center of power politics culture
and development since its inception and
is a city steeped in legend and
mythology various Roman emperors have
ruled Rome and this is the place where
the colossal Roman Empire grew from
there are plenty of things to do in Rome
that will give you a solid sense of its
past with stunning views world-class
attractions friendly locals and the
ultimate history lesson before we get
into the top 10 things to do in Rome
we've included links in the description
to various discount codes and links to
resources of things to do so make sure
you check those out at number 10 is st.
Peter's Basilica st. Peter's Basilica is
one of the most recognizable religious
buildings in the world
the Basilica has a beautifully designed
front facade that is crowned with
statues of the Apostles and Jesus
consecrated in 1626 after a 120 year
construction it's lavish interior
contains many spectacular works of art
including three of Italy's most
celebrated masterpieces a climb of 871
steps to the top of the basilica's dome
it was a fantastic 360 degree view of
vatican city and beyond fronting the
monument is st. peter's square perhaps
the most famous piazza in the world
number nine is the hop-on hop-off bus
Rome with plenty of stops throughout the
center of Rome covering all major
tourist attractions the hop-on hop-off
bus is a great way to explore the city
the fleet of air-conditioned buses will
whisk you between stops specially chosen
to give a comprehensive introduction to
Rome's rich history and dazzling culture
with audio guides free Wi-Fi onboard and
unbeatable panoramic views visitors can
get to know the ins and outs of this
fantastic city at number 8 is Castel
Sant'Angelo on the banks of the Tiber
stands a towering circular fort and
castle complex steeped in history
created in 129 AD the castle is truly
ancient and was originally intended to
serve as a mausoleum for the Emperor
today the castle stands as a museum and
contains wonderful historical exhibits
and a varied collection of art and
military memorabilia it is also possible
to climb to the top of the castle
ramparts
fantastic views across the st. Peter's
Square and the city of Rome number seven
is zoo marine water park located right
outside of Rome zoo marine is a water
themed amusement park with animal shows
more than 14 attractions including
rollercoasters water slides a swimming
pool a 4d cinema and more visitors can
see the amazing dolphin and sea lion
shows and visit the sea turtle rescue
and rehabilitation center this wet and
wild adventure park combines aquatic
education with watery fun and amusement
at number 6 is the Sistine Chapel part
of the Vatican museum complex the
Sistine Chapel is one of the most
renowned religious chapels in the world
and has a stunning amount of detail and
beauty it is particularly famous for its
extensive and detailed decorations
including the Last Judgement fresco by
Michelangelo and the ceiling artwork
which are considered some of the finest
artwork in religious history number five
is the trevi fountain the spectacular
trevi fountain was designed by italian
architect nicholas Salvi and stands at
twenty six point three meters high it is
the largest baroque fountain in the city
and one of the most famous fountains in
the world located in close proximity to
the Pantheon the fountain depicts see
God Oceanus in a shell shaped chariot
being led by Triton's with seahorses it
has become a tradition to throw coins
into the water over your shoulder for
good luck at number 4 is the borghese
gallery the borghese gallery is crammed
full with classical antiquities Baroque
sculptures and paintings by TaShawn and
Raphael - a Bernini's works
Daphney turning into a tree as she
please Apollo and Pluto seizing the
Green Goddess frozer pine are highlights
for visitors the art collection of the
wealthy noble Borghese family soon
became too big for a single home it
moved into the Galleria Borghese and in
1901 the collection passed into the
hands of the Italian government and ever
since tourists travel from all over the
world to see this beautiful Museum
number three is the Piazza Navona
built on the site of the stadium of
Domitian the Piazza Navona
was built in the 15th century and has
remained a popular attraction ever since
located in close proximity to the
Pantheon and the trevi fountain the
square is a great place to visit
well it's walking through the city
Center its grant centerpiece is Bernie
knees flamboyant fountain featuring an
Egyptian obelisk and muscular
personifications of the River Nile
Ganges Danube a and plot a at number two
is the pantheon located in the center of
Rome on the Piazza della rotunda the
mighty Pantheon stands as one of the
best preserved ancient Roman buildings
in the world and is a true highlight in
Rome constructed in 118 AD by Emperor
Hadrian the building that stands today
was actually built on the site where an
earlier temple stood the interior
features a magnificent dome that is a
series of stone patterns and a central
circular opening that allows light to
flood through and at number one is the
Colosseum this mighty structure is one
of the most renowned and iconic
landmarks in the world and a trip to
Rome would not be complete without
visiting the Colosseum this amphitheater
was erected in 70 to 80 AD and holds the
title of the largest of its kind ever
built it was originally constructed to
host gruesome performances for the
public including gladiator battles
animal hunting and executions and would
regularly be attended by the Roman
emperors so that sums up our top ten
things to do in Rome we hope you enjoyed
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