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- Christopher JamesTexas3 contributionsPiazza Navona is sure to impress.he square is always bustling with activity, making it a great place to sit back and enjoy the lively atmosphere.Written September 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- David NBrisbane, Australia1,882 contributionsThere was do much to nudle and get lost in history. We coul easily have spent weeks exploring the amazing labyrinth of time in these streetsWritten September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Chris FSan Francisco, CA1,819 contributionsPiazza Venezia is currently closed due to underground construction of a new metro line stop and museum. We heard that it will be several years before the entire project is complete. However, most of the surrounding points of interest and historical sites remain open. While it is not possible to enter the piazza during the time that the project is underway, accommodations have been made for reduced vehicular and
foot traffic in the area. Because of this, the area is still quite congested, and best to allow extra time and energy for walking if you visit. Go early in the morning or later in the evening. Have fun!Written June 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AnuradhaNew Delhi, India1,258 contributionsPiazza del Campidoglio and the surrounding palaces was created by Michelangelo. The square includes three main buildings- the City Hall and the two palaces that make up the Capitoline Museums. Museum is excellent with vast collection of paintings and sculpture.Written June 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- The Spanish Steps ApartmentRome, Italy33,863 contributionsLovely stroll today on the historic Via Veneto, with a lively art installation of giant lobsters by British pop artist Philip Colbert. At the top of Via Veneto is the six meter high King Lobster, wearing a crown. These wierd but fun art works will be on display in Rome until January 8, 2023.Written November 21, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Juliet OLondon, UK39 contributionsMy nephew lives here with his wife and what a lovely area. Friendly people and bars, cafes and restaurants. Lovely architecture too.Written April 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mairwen1United Kingdom11,162 contributionsVia dei Coronari is often said to be one of Rome’s prettiest streets. That’s a big call because Rome is full of beautiful little streets and charming corners.
It is right in the heart of Rome and runs from Piazza Navona, but where Piazza Navona is heaving with tourists, via dei Coronari is quieter and less busy.
This is not somewhere you go for ‘must-see’ sights. Rather it is a place to wander down and soak up the atmosphere.
The street is lined with plant tubs and mostly Renaissance buildings. Much of the architecture dates back the 15th and the 16th century and has retained its character.
We liked spotting the street shrines or Madonnella. Some of the street corners still have these traditional images of Mary which were placed high up, usually on a corner, so that Mary could look down over the street, protecting and blessing the street below and its passers-by.
Keep an eye out for one in particular which is the oldest of the Roman street shrines. It dates back to 1523. The painting itself is darkened with age so is not clearly visible but the heavy stone frame is easier to recognise.
Mid-way, we came across Piazza San Simeone, a tiny but charming square. It's recognisable by the small, pretty, 16th century fountain by Giacomo Della Porta. The fountain is only one of his small pieces. He also designed some of the monumental fountains in Piazza del Popolo and in Piazza Navona.
Whilst via Coronari is not a shopping area as such, there are clothing, jewellery, antique and gelato shops to browse in and a lot of small restaurants and bar/cafes along the way.
It’s also pedestrian-friendly. There are no cars so you are free to stroll and wander.
If you start from the Piazza Navona end, via dei Coronari will bring you out at the Ponte St Angelo, the bridge that leads to Castel Sant’Angelo and the Vatican.Written May 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ben FBloomington, IN1,817 contributionsSure, you may think it’s just a road, but my experience was much more than that. Strolling along the sidewalks of this via gave me unparalleled access to all the Roman Forum sites, the Colosseum, and tons of restaurants/shops on nearby side streets. I appreciated how smooth the sidewalks usually were, minus a few areas. Cleanliness was surprisingly good.
It’s worth noting that, at least when I visited, the street was restricted to commercial vehicles only (e.g. buses, taxis, police, etc). This made the traffic, well, basically nonexistent, which was an excellent observation. I could even use the road safely to bypass large groups blocking the sidewalk if I needed to.
And the trees—I don’t know why I’m so obsessed with them! The ones with the flat-ish tops…they almost look like bonsai trees you’d find in Africa. Perhaps they actually are bonsai trees! Can they be found in the US?! Maybe I’m the tree nerd I never knew I was!Written June 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Mairwen1United Kingdom11,162 contributionsWalking up Capitoline Hill is an excellent way to see a lot of ancient Rome. There are several routes you can take. This time, we started at the famous Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verita), passing ancient temples and the Colosseum-like Theatre of Marcellus before hitting the Cordonata Stairs that lead up to Piazza Campidoglio and the Capitoline Museum the top of Capitoline Hill.
It’s only a 15 minute, mostly flat, walk but of course there’s a lot to see along the way so we took much longer.
Approaching via the Cordonata Stairs is by far the best way to go. This was the formal entrance to Piazza Campidoglio so it is designed to impress.
At the base of the stairs, are a pair of ancient Egyptian lion fountains and at the top, enormous statues of the ancient Greek gods, Castor and Pollux stand either side of the staircase.
At the top, the piazza unfolds in front of you. Look in any direction, and most of what you see here was either designed or re-designed by Michelangelo in 1536.
The piazza is enclosed by three grand palazzos, two of which house the Capitoline Museum (a wonderful museum if you have the time).
In the centre, is the imposing equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius. You can’t miss it.
On the other hand it’s easy to miss the much smaller statue (but even more famous) statue of Lupa Romana. You’ll immediately recognise the iconic image of the she-wolf who saved the twin boys, Romulus and Remus. It’s at the back of the piazza on the left hand side of the Senatorio.
Both statues are only replicas and the originals can be seen inside the Capitoline Museum. The replicas however are very good and of course, it’s free to see them.
To the right of the Senatorio building, look out for a small enclosed, bridge between buildings. We discovered that if you walk out this way, you will come to a large open ‘balcony’ area that looks down over the Roman Forum. You can see a lot of the Forum from here, without having to pay to go in.
Overall, if you have the time, walking up to the top of Capitoline Hill is a brilliant thing to do and it packs in a lot of sight-seeing.Written June 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - salwa5 contributionsMy visit was amazing between the Roman culture and fountains and the delicious Italian food
People where very kind and politeWritten January 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Darren P1 contributionWe both had pizza and they were amazing. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely recommend if you are in the area.Written July 26, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TheShisTel Aviv, Israel42,744 contributionsThis is a lovely road, connecting Espana square to Del Popolo square.
There are several churches and some high-end shops along the road.Written July 1, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SuperTed19Madison, WI749 contributionsThe piazza itself is fairly nondescript. The reason the pass through here - assuming you’re in the area - is to lodge any complaints or comments you might have about the state of affairs in The Empire.Written June 3, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dov EJerusalem, Israel19 contributionsRione oonte is one of the most authentic neibourhoods in rome every tourists how wants to feel the real rome should step in the real history of romeWritten June 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mairwen1United Kingdom11,162 contributionsApproaching Capitoline Hill via the Cordonata Stairs is by far the best way to go. The monumental staircase was the formal entrance to Piazza Campidoglio so it is designed to impress.
At the base of the stairs, are a pair of ancient Egyptian lion fountains and at the top, enormous statues of the ancient Greek gods, Castor and Pollux stand either side of the staircase.
As you reach the very top, the piazza unfolds in front of you. Look in any direction, and most of what you see here was either designed or re-designed by Michelangelo in 1536.
It’s not a tough climb. It’s a gently sloping ramp, rather than a steep set of steps.
Overall, walking up to the top of Capitoline Hill is a brilliant thing to do and you can pack in a lot of sight-seeing in a short time.Written June 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
