Vatican and Imperial Monuments of Rome

Explore the famous Vatican museums and the ancient monuments of Rome in one day!
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    Porta Pinciana, Rome

    Porta Pinciana

    A gate of the Aurelian Walls in Rome built under the order of Emperor Honorius in the early 5th century.

    Vatican Museums, Rome

    Vatican Museums

    These museums display the vast collection of artwork collected by the Catholic church and its popes. Many gems by Renaissance artists.

    Sistine Chapel, Rome

    Sistine Chapel

    Famous for its architecture and its fresco paintings by Michelangelo, Sandro Botticelli, Pietro Perugino and others.

    St Peter's Square, Rome

    St Peter's Square

    Square outside the Basilica di San Pietro in the Vatican City. An Egyptian obelisk stands in the centre.

    Scala Regia, Rome

    Scala Regia

    A flight of steps in the Vatican City and part of the formal entrance to the Vatican, built in the early 16th century by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

    St Peter’s Basilica, Rome

    St Peter’s Basilica

    One of Rome's absolute gems and a masterpiece of the Renaissance. Regarded as one of the holiest Roman Catholic sites.

    Il Vittoriano, Rome

    Il Vittoriano

    This colossal complex was built to commemorate the unification of Italy. A source of controversy, but still worth the visit.

    Campidoglio Square, Rome

    Campidoglio Square

    The Capitoline Hill is crowned by this square, designed by Michelangelo. Check out the surrounding buildings and the statue of Marcus Aurelius.

    Roman Forum, Rome

    Roman Forum

    From triumphal arches to the houses of Emperors, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill contain the remains of the heart of the Roman world.

    Via Sacra, Rome

    Via Sacra

    The main street of ancient Rome, leading from the Capitoline Hill, through some of the most important religious sites of the Forum to the Colosseum.

    Colosseum, Rome

    Colosseum

    An awe-inspiring sight and one of the majestic buildings built by the Romans. A must-visit while you're in Rome.

    Church of Saint Peter in Chains, Rome

    Church of Saint Peter in Chains

    Minor basilica holding the legendary Michelangelo's Mo­ses statue. Moreover, it is a real architectural gem.

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    N°9 Colosseo Luxury Suites

    N°9 Colosseo Luxury Suites

    Rates from: $125

    Residence Maximus

    Residence Maximus

    Rates from: $100

    Royal House

    Royal House

    Rates from: $70

    Imperial Rooms

    Imperial Rooms

    Rates from: $110

    B&B Second Floor

    B&B Second Floor

    Rates from: $110

    Hotel Palazzo Manfredi – Relais & Chateaux

    Hotel Palazzo Manfredi – Relais & Chateaux
    ★★★★★ *****

    Rates from: $396.34

    Hotel Celio

    Hotel Celio
    ★★★ ***

    Rates from: $127.5

    Residence Colosseum Maximus

    Residence Colosseum Maximus

    Rates from: $95

    Domus Real Cardello

    Domus Real Cardello

    Rates from: $110

    Hotel Romance

    Hotel Romance
    ★★★ ***

    Rates from: $110

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