Trinità dei Monti
Trinità dei Monti
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10:15 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
10:15 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
10:15 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
10:15 AM - 8:00 PM
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
10:15 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:15 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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A place of prayer and welcoming in the heart of Rome, Trinità dei Monti has been entrusted to the Emmanuel Community since September 2016.
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Neighborhood: Centro
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- Spagna • 1 min walk
- Barberini - Fontana di Trevi • 7 min walk
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- Peter CIsland of Malta, Malta3,167 contributionsRenaissance church atop the Spanish StepsThe Renaissance church of the Santissima Trinità dei Monti, in Piazza della Trinità dei Monti, is located on the top of the staircase of the same name which connects it to Piazza di Spagna . There is a stunning view from the balcony overlooking the square below. The exterior of the church with its white facade and two symmetrical bell towers are to be admired from below where you will also see the Sallustian obelisk in front. Inside the single nave church you will the high altar and chapels which are adorned with works of art including frescoes, sculptures and paintings.Visited January 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten February 16, 2024
- PATO-BETOSan Martin, Argentina20,803 contributionsTWO SYMMETRIC BELLS STAND OUTIt is located in the historic center of the city. You have to climb the famous steps of Plaza de España to access this beautiful church. Its initial construction is in the Gothic style, carried out between the years 1509 and 1519. Two symmetrical bell towers stand out. Inside we see several works of art. On the right we find the convent founded in 1494 with financing from the crown of France.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten February 28, 2024
- BradHong Kong, China181,140 contributionsRenaissance church atop the Spanish StepsThis is an early 16th-century church beautifully positioned at the top of the Spanish Steps and fronted by the Sallustiano Obelisk in the city centre of Rome. The facade is Renaissance in appearance with two bell towers. Within, you will find a single nave with frescoed side chapels and nice artworks and sculture. The column supported high altar is impressive. I also quite like the 'Deposition of the Cross' sculpture by 19th-century sculptor, Wilhelm Theodor Achtermann. It is worth a few minutes to view the inside of the church as part of your visit to the Spanish Steps.Visited March 2024Traveled with familyWritten May 3, 2024
- Mairwen1United Kingdom12,096 contributionsWorth the 135 Steps Up to the ChurchFrom the bottom of the Spanish Stairs, looking up, the beautiful white Renaissance church with its twin towers catches the eye immediately. The large column like structure in the middle is an ancient Egyptian-styled obelisk. It’s a very striking composition. Getting up there might look daunting but it’s worth the legwork to climb the 135 stairs. The church itself does not have any ‘must-see’ artworks or paintings inside. I have been inside before and whilst the Spanish Stairs often have overwhelming crowds, the church is quite peaceful. Even if you don’t go inside, the view from the terrace out the front is stunning and worth the climb. From here you look back down over Piazza di Spagna and down Via Condotti. We stood here for some time, just enjoying the expansive scene.Visited July 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten May 25, 2024
- Travel668834493459 contributionsBest experienceI loved every moment of my trip to Rome. It was everything and surpassed my expectations. The history was really good and the views were amazing, I got so many wonderful pictures. So glad I got to see all the places I've always wanted to see.Visited May 2024Traveled soloWritten May 25, 2024
- mayccm2018Hong Kong, China1,298 contributionsBeautiful renaissance churchThis beautiful renaissance church was located above the Spanish steps. The exterior was two symmetrical bell towers. Sallustian Obelisk was located in front of the church. Works of art included sculptures and paintings inside. Peaceful atmosphere. We took nice views of the surrounding areas from the front balcony. Worth a visit.Visited October 2024Traveled with familyWritten October 22, 2024
- chriswood72Nottingham, United Kingdom1,421 contributionsRenaissance ChurchA 16th-century church positioned at the top of the Spanish Steps and in front of this stands the Sallustiano Obelisk. Situated right near the Spagna metro. Unfortunately did not enter the church itself but well worth a quick rest to view the inside of the church as part of your visit to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain.Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 31, 2024
- Lara I154 contributionsTrinity of the Mountains at ChristmasFirst winter visit to Trinità dei Monti. The Church certainly deserves, as always, but in addition we found a nativity set up inside. Too bad only for some visitors who do not respect silence. Beautiful Christmas tree set up along the steps for the holiday period.Visited January 2025Traveled with familyWritten January 5, 2025
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Lacobrigense
Lagos, Portugal6,368 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Beautiful church owned by the French state. Always very crowded with tourists. From the entrance you can enjoy a spectacular view over the rooftops of Rome, with a view of the "dome" in the distance. In the evening, when the weather is nice, you can enjoy a spectacular sunset. Definitely a must-see for anyone visiting Rome. The only flaw is the presence of a gate inside the church that does not allow a complete visit to the church itself.

Written January 13, 2024
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom12,096 contributions
Jun 2022
Best known for being the church at the top of the Spanish Steps, this is a large, 16th century Gothic church. From the bottom of the stairs looking up, you can’t miss the striking, white facade and symmetrical twin bell towers. ‘Stairway to Heaven’ comes to mind.
Equally, the view from the top, looking down over the city of Rome is worth the extra legwork to climb the 130+ steps up there.
An odd and unexpected feature is the giant Egyptian obelisk out the front, one of 13 obelisks scatted around the city. Weirdly, Rome has more Egyptian obelisks than Egypt. More than 50 were brought back by the Roman emperors after the fall of Egypt. Against advice and with great difficulty, this one was moved to the front of the church by Pope Pius VI in the late 18th century.
Inside, the church is perhaps not quite as grand as you might expect. There are no real ‘big-name’ artists but there are Michelangelo connections. ‘The Deposition’ by Daniele Volterra was based on sketches by Michelangelo, who was a close friend. It’s a beautifully coloured painting, several men struggling to support Jesus’ body as they lift him down from the cross. Volterra also worked on Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel - but not in a good way. After Michelangelo’s death, the puritanical Pope Pius IV gave Volterra the thankless job of covering up the nudes and he spent his days painting veils and loincloth styled undies on the naked bodies.
Equally, the view from the top, looking down over the city of Rome is worth the extra legwork to climb the 130+ steps up there.
An odd and unexpected feature is the giant Egyptian obelisk out the front, one of 13 obelisks scatted around the city. Weirdly, Rome has more Egyptian obelisks than Egypt. More than 50 were brought back by the Roman emperors after the fall of Egypt. Against advice and with great difficulty, this one was moved to the front of the church by Pope Pius VI in the late 18th century.
Inside, the church is perhaps not quite as grand as you might expect. There are no real ‘big-name’ artists but there are Michelangelo connections. ‘The Deposition’ by Daniele Volterra was based on sketches by Michelangelo, who was a close friend. It’s a beautifully coloured painting, several men struggling to support Jesus’ body as they lift him down from the cross. Volterra also worked on Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel - but not in a good way. After Michelangelo’s death, the puritanical Pope Pius IV gave Volterra the thankless job of covering up the nudes and he spent his days painting veils and loincloth styled undies on the naked bodies.
Written July 26, 2022
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RonL40
Utica, NY3,709 contributions
May 2023 • Family
The church is located on the top of the Spanish Steps and most people admire the beautiful exterior without visiting. The Renaissance interior is exceptional -- several works by a pupil of Michelangelo, including a purported portrait of the master. The frescoes and the nave are impressive.
Written June 10, 2023
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Tommo
Melbourne, Australia57,104 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This church is located above the Spanish Steps. 135 steps to reach this church from the bottom of the steps.
This church was founded in 1502 and is a Roman Catholic late Renaissance titular church. It has great symmetry.
It has great views of the surrounding area because of its commanding elevated location.
This church was founded in 1502 and is a Roman Catholic late Renaissance titular church. It has great symmetry.
It has great views of the surrounding area because of its commanding elevated location.
Written January 7, 2024
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Angelo S
Hilliard, OH5,974 contributions
Oct 2022
This beautiful renaissance church is your reward from climbing la scalinata! Fronted by an obelisk, small piazza and a sweeping view of Rome, this is a sight that should not be missed. It is a very quiet respite from the bustle city and hordes of tourists, there are beautiful frescoes, gilded details, and a well executed pieta inside. Worth a visit if nothing else as some quiet time to reflect.
Written January 6, 2023
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Terry M
Hamilton, Canada4,921 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Have to laugh at the vanity of Louis XIV who thought nothing of requesting a statue of himself outside this church, that of the French kings in Rome. Located at the top of the Spanish Steps, it has a stunning location. Its exterior, glistening white, is rather striking. It is the interior, however, that is a disappointment with minimal artwork and design. As the French would say, c'est la vie.
Written March 30, 2023
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backpacker31
Boynton Beach, FL5,959 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
Sitting atop the Spanish Steps is this Renaissance church that dates back to the late 16th century. An interesting Egyptian imitation Roman obelisk sits in front of the church. Inside I was disappointed as only the back dozen rows were open - a metal gate prohibited anyone from getting any closer to the pulpit. A couple of young people were singing and playing guitar inside which I found quite unsettling. I always thought a church was for prayer and quiet contemplation.
Written February 27, 2020
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Travellers62
England, UK85 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
The interior of this church is very much French in style, and very beautiful for it. Some reviewers’ disappointment is, therefore, hard to fathom; perhaps they are expecting typical Italian architecture and design - despite all the literature about the history.
Mass was ongoing when we attended. Beautiful sung responses in the liturgy.
There are, indeed, iron gates (about a third of the way in), but if one wants to participate in the service, the front of the church is open. It is not, perhaps, unreasonable for people who are sight-seeing to stay back, and to leave the praying in peace. If the gates are locked at other times, then what of it? There is no entrance fee, and this is, first and foremost, a place of worship - not a tourist spot.
Mass was ongoing when we attended. Beautiful sung responses in the liturgy.
There are, indeed, iron gates (about a third of the way in), but if one wants to participate in the service, the front of the church is open. It is not, perhaps, unreasonable for people who are sight-seeing to stay back, and to leave the praying in peace. If the gates are locked at other times, then what of it? There is no entrance fee, and this is, first and foremost, a place of worship - not a tourist spot.
Written June 13, 2022
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Greg
Cambridge, UK5,199 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
After climbing the Spanish Steps to the top, I was a little deflated with Trinità dei Monti (church of the Santissima Trinità dei Monti).
Yes the artwork inside is impressive and position atop the hill very picturesque but it wasn’t as spectacular nor ornate as I imagined. It’s free to enter and you may as well visit if you got to the top of the Steps, but I wouldn’t say it’s a critical must-see.
Yes the artwork inside is impressive and position atop the hill very picturesque but it wasn’t as spectacular nor ornate as I imagined. It’s free to enter and you may as well visit if you got to the top of the Steps, but I wouldn’t say it’s a critical must-see.
Written February 24, 2020
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Noraatc
Sudbury, MA40,736 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
Late Renaissance Chiesa di Trinità Dei Monti is more famous for its two bell towers exterior than for its rather modest one nave interior. This church and the Roman Obelisk (a copy of Egyptian obelisk) perched on the top of famous Spanish Steps have become an iconic image of the Eternal City and a huge magnet for tourists. Amazing views of Rome from the upper terrace are certainly worth climbing the steps even in the rain.
Written December 1, 2020
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most churches require modest dress though with all the tourists I can't imagine that shorts with a decent shirt would be banned. it was cold when we went so didn't get a chance to try it. you will love it.
Written May 17, 2017
Can anyone give me the hours the church is open, as well as the hours for daily (feriale) and Sunday Masses, please? Thanks!
Written September 6, 2016
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