Off the beaten track
“The real Rome”: it’s far more than just the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain. This growing list of ideas shows you aspects of the city both ancient and modern that will surprise and delight you, far from the hordes of tourists.
Where are the best views of Rome?
Rightly famed for its beautiful vistas and viewpoints, we present the best places to gaze over and photograph the roofs and domes of Rome going back two thousand years.
Off the beaten track to see the beaten track: Via Flaminia Antica
Take an unusual trip through Roma Nord to see the Road that linked the ‘Caput Mundi’ to the rest of Europe.
The optical illusion of St Peter’s Basilica from Via Niccolò Piccolomini
The further you get from the dome, the bigger it gets! This amazing view of St Peter’s is from the residential street of Via Niccolò Piccolomini.
Where can I see Caravaggios for free in Rome?
How and where to see Rome’s Caravaggios in their original setting, for free.
Basilica di San Clemente: the most interesting historical site in Rome
There is nothing in central Rome that beats the incredible layers of history beneath the Basilica di San Clemente in Laterano. We tell you how to visit.
Self-guided walk around the ancient city
This free self-guided walk takes you from the site of Caesar’s death to Rome’s own pyramid, taking in the original Jewish Ghetto and the most beautiful view of the most beautiful city on earth.
Where can I see street art in Rome?
Where to see the best of Rome’s street art in Garbatella and Tor Marancia.
