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St. Paul Outside the Walls (Basilica di San Paolo Fuori le Mura)
Ranked #1 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: Begun in 1859 under the name of "Grace Church," this church has been designated as a National Monument by the Italian... more » Owner description: Begun in 1859 under the name of "Grace Church," this church has been designated as a National Monument by the Italian Government due to its artistic and aesthetic value. « less
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Ranked #2 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: The famous painter Caravaggio (1573-1610) was commissioned to paint for this church, where in one of its chapels is his... more » Owner description: The famous painter Caravaggio (1573-1610) was commissioned to paint for this church, where in one of its chapels is his realistic naturalism in three scenes of the life of St. Matthew. « less
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Ranked #3 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #4 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: Known to be the first church in Christendom, this church belongs to the Vatican and has the privileges of... more » Owner description: Known to be the first church in Christendom, this church belongs to the Vatican and has the privileges of extraterritoriality. « less
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Ranked #5 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Museums; Historic Sites
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Ranked #6 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Tours
Owner description: Elizabeth MInchilli in Rome offers intensely delicious food packed tours and culinary itineraries of Rome. Join professional... more » Owner description: Elizabeth MInchilli in Rome offers intensely delicious food packed tours and culinary itineraries of Rome. Join professional food write Elizabeth Minchilli on a day long exploration of markets, food stores, wine bars, ice cream shops, chocolate makers and pizzerias. If you are coming to Rome and don’t know where to eat, let Elizabeth prepare a personalized culinary itinerary for you, picking out restaurants, bars, coffee stops and snacks for you during your stay. Make every bite count! « less
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Ranked #7 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Ancient Ruins; Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: Constructed between 1110 and 1130, this church of San Clemente is not one, but three churches built one above the other, with... more » Owner description: Constructed between 1110 and 1130, this church of San Clemente is not one, but three churches built one above the other, with ruins dating from the earliest Christian times. « less
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Ranked #8 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Ancient Ruins
Owner description: Dedicated to the seven planetary divinities and featuring an interior of gorgeous marble, the Pantheon is one of the most... more » Owner description: Dedicated to the seven planetary divinities and featuring an interior of gorgeous marble, the Pantheon is one of the most impressive monuments of Augustan Rome. « less
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Ranked #9 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Specialty Museums; Art Museums
Built onto the ruins of the Domitian theater, this splendid palazzo houses beautiful mosaics and Roman statuary.
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Ranked #10 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Ancient Ruins; Churches/ Cathedrals
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Colosseum
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Ranked #11 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites

The Colosseum, also called the Flavian Ampitheater, is one of the great works of Roman engineering. In the 1st century AD, when it was built, it was the site of gladiator fights... more »

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Ranked #12 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Art Museums

This musuem, often referred to as the "Queen of private collections", houses Cardinal Scipione Borghese's art collection, including exquisite sculptures by Bernini. Definitely do... more »

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Ranked #13 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: One of seven pilgrimage basilicas in the world, this church was founded in 432 AD and is where the famous architect Bernini... more » Owner description: One of seven pilgrimage basilicas in the world, this church was founded in 432 AD and is where the famous architect Bernini is buried. « less
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Ranked #14 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #15 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Churches/ Cathedrals

Literally less than a block away from the Pantheon, behind it sits the only Gothic church in all of Rome, the Santa Maria Sopra Minerva .  It houses Michelango's Christ the... more »

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Ranked #16 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Art Museums; History Museums; Architectural Buildings
Owner description: Stunning palace located in a central location. Full of galleries of gorgeous paintings. Make sure to ask for the audio guide... more » Owner description: Stunning palace located in a central location. Full of galleries of gorgeous paintings. Make sure to ask for the audio guide to get the full experience. « less
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Ranked #17 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
This 5th-century church features Michelangelo's sculpture of Moses that adorns the incomplete tomb of Pope Julius II.
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Ranked #18 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #19 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Theaters
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Ranked #20 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Fountains; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: Certainly the most famous and photographed fountain in Rome, legend has it that whoever throws a coin into the pond will... more » Owner description: Certainly the most famous and photographed fountain in Rome, legend has it that whoever throws a coin into the pond will return to Rome. « less
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Ranked #21 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Historic Sites; Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #22 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Parks; Architectural Buildings; Gardens; Art Museums
Owner description: Famous villa constructed at the beginning of the 17th century for Cardinal Scipione Caffarelli Borghese, nephew of Pope Paul... more » Owner description: Famous villa constructed at the beginning of the 17th century for Cardinal Scipione Caffarelli Borghese, nephew of Pope Paul V, which is surrounded by one of the largest and most beautiful public parks in Rome. « less
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Ranked #23 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #24 of 533 attractions in Rome
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Ranked #25 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Religious Sites; Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: Spectacular church full of breathtaking statues and paintings. Located near the Termini station in Rome, this church is... more » Owner description: Spectacular church full of breathtaking statues and paintings. Located near the Termini station in Rome, this church is guaranteed to leave you gasping in admiration. « less
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Ranked #26 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Fountains; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: Pope Innocenzo X commissioned Gianlorenzo Bernini in 1651 to create this monumental fountain, which would adorn the piazza... more » Owner description: Pope Innocenzo X commissioned Gianlorenzo Bernini in 1651 to create this monumental fountain, which would adorn the piazza in front of the family palace. « less
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Ranked #27 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Cemeteries
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Ranked #28 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Art Museums
Owner description: Museum displaying marble sculptures set among the machinery of an old power plant, which results in some pretty unique... more » Owner description: Museum displaying marble sculptures set among the machinery of an old power plant, which results in some pretty unique exhibits such as its famous "Venus in the Boiler Room." « less
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Ranked #29 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Tours
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Ranked #30 of 533 attractions in Rome
Category: Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
Owner description: The commercial, political and religious center of ancient Rome, which features the Arch of Septimus Severus, Temple of... more » Owner description: The commercial, political and religious center of ancient Rome, which features the Arch of Septimus Severus, Temple of Saturn, Arch of Titus and the House of the Vestals. « less
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