Quick stops in Rome

FYI

  • Most of these places have some historical significance that is too long
  • More importantly a bunch of scenic sites that are free

1. Spanish Steps

  • Free to visit located in Piazza di Spagna Roma
  • Flowers get added from mid April to mid May
  • Metro Stop Spagna (Line A)

2. Piazza Colonna

  • center of political life of Rome
  • Scenic to walk around- lot of historical buildings and statues in the area

3. Palazzo Montecitorio

  • “Chamber of Deputies”
  • Monte Citorio Obelisk tower in front

4. Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria

  • Not appealing on the outside but beautiful on the inside
  • Lot of sculptures and art inside
  • Featured in the Tom Hanks Angels and Demons movie

5. Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major

  • Free admission, cool art inside
  • Metro stop Cavour (B line)

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