{"id":20189,"date":"2026-02-25T11:00:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T11:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/?p=20189"},"modified":"2026-02-25T11:00:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T11:00:14","slug":"places-to-visit-in-rome-what-to-see-do-explore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/places-to-visit-in-rome-what-to-see-do-explore\/","title":{"rendered":"Places to Visit in Rome: What to See, Do & Explore"},"content":{"rendered":"

Named after its legendary founder, Romulus, Rome is that kind of a destination where you will find history everywhere, and that\u2019s also around 2,000 years old! Referred to as the \u2018Eternal City\u2019, it feels like a living museum, boasting ancient ruins, head-turning cuisine, cobblestone streets, Renaissance masterpieces, lively piazzas, and awe-inspiring art and architecture\u2014Rome, Italy\u2019s hot-blooded capital, is one of the picturesque, captivating, and outstanding cities to visit. There are numerous places to visit in Rome, and you will always feel magical, whether you\u2019re visiting the city for the first time or the n-th time. Especially when events like Easter in Rome are round the corner, the city feels most extraordinary. Explore this guide to know about <\/span>top attractions in Rome<\/b><\/a>, what to do, what to expect\u2014in a nutshell, how to uncover Rome smartly. Have a read!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Iconic Places to Visit in Rome<\/b><\/h2>\n

While planning a Rome itinerary, always remember that Rome is vast. So, if you\u2019re short on time, start with the classics. Here\u2019s the list:<\/span><\/p>\n

Colosseum<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"Colosseum<\/p>\n

It\u2019s magical when you just catch the first glimpse of the Colosseum, especially closer to sunrise! The symbol of ancient Rome, seated in the center of the city, the Colosseum is basically an elliptical amphitheater built of travertine limestone. While visiting this attraction, you shouldn\u2019t miss exploring its different parts like the arena, entry and exit gates, the Hypogeum, columns, and arches.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tip:<\/b> If possible, try to visit it at night also, as the Colosseum at night, decorated in lights, is a breathtaking sight to see.<\/span><\/p>\n

Roman Forum<\/b><\/h3>\n

Also known as the Forum Romanum (in Latin), the Roman Forum is the next attraction you should visit after the Colosseum. Situated right next to the Colosseum, this place was once the heart of ancient Rome. Today, it\u2019s a wide stretch of ruins, broken columns, and ancient roads. But if you slow down, you\u2019ll realize this is where emperors walked, speeches were delivered, and history changed. Don\u2019t rush; it looks like \u201cjust ruins\u201d at first, but you\u2019ll find the biggest story in its corners.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tip: <\/b>Climb toward Palatine Hill for one of the best views over the Forum.<\/span><\/p>\n