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Centro Storico

Rome, Italy
Ranked #6 of 490 attractions in Rome
4.5 of 5 stars 191 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Neighborhoods
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Owner description: This section of Rome is filled with a tangle of narrow streets, which offers some of the finest examples of Roman classical and Baroque architecture...... more » Owner description: This section of Rome is filled with a tangle of narrow streets, which offers some of the finest examples of Roman classical and Baroque architecture and style. « less
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Leuven, Belgium
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

... which makes it very interesting to visit. Everything is within reach of a small walk. Even Vatican city is only half an hour walk away from the Colosseo. More

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Geneva, Switzerland
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Great cafes and restaurants, cound have spent days there More

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Vancouver, Canada
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

Loved Rome, so much to see.The Palatine Hills and the Via Sacre offer a sense of history that is powerful and unique. More

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Portland, Maine
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Beautiful people, great food and gorgeous shopping More

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Roslyn Heights, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

It was everything I expected from a historical perspective More

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Athens, Greece
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

I have visited this city over 20 times, however, every time it's like the first one! More

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Houston
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Surely, one would not visit Rome for its modern neighborhoods. The Centro Storico is so rich in sites, it would make sense to sign up for organized tours of the forum and colosseum. At least jump on one of the jump on jump off bus tours to gain a perspective of the city before you plough in. The centro storico... More

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Norwalk
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

The old ancient feeling hangs in the air where every you go. There is no ugly building- even the slightly run down ones in need of a paint job have the way of appearing special, unique and beautiful More

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York, United Kingdom
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63 reviews 63 reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012
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The centre of Rome is a fantastic place to wander around, watch people and soak in the variety of architecture. It's rich in history, with a mix of well-known monuments and lesser-known but still fascinating site. More

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Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012
1
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There is something on every corner. We actually had quite a strict itinerary which went out of the window a bit, as there were so many gems to see which we had not accounted for. This was not a bod thing though, it was a pleasant surprise. More

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