3 Classic Landmarks You Can’t Miss When You’re in Rome

What are the best landmarks to see in Rome? While the Colosseum, Forum Romanum, and Trevi Fountain are certainly worthy attractions, you don’t want to miss these three classic landmarks when visiting Rome. They won’t be at the top of your list on TripAdvisor or Yelp, but they are definitely worth checking out if you have time. Here are the best three landmarks to see in Rome that you can’t miss!

The Colosseum

The magnificent Colosseum is a fantastic sight to see when in Rome. It may sound savage, but the enormous edifice where gladiators allegedly competed for the amusement of others is still an amazing historical site. The monument was originally built as a stage theater and was later converted into a place of public execution and entertainment. If you want to feel like you've travelled back in time, this is the place to go! It's open every day of the year from 8am until one hour before sunset. Admission costs €16 per person (children aged 0-18 free). There are free guided tours every half hour, so be sure to take advantage if they happen to be available when you visit.

The Vatican

The Vatican City is a must-see if you have the time, but it will take more time than any of these three places. You should concentrate on visiting here if you have a high respect for Popes, Cardinals, and anything related to Roman Catholicism. It's located next to St. Peter's Basilica and occupies 110 acres. The Pantheon: If you go inside this 2,000 year old structure, your jaw might drop because of its immense size. It was originally built as a temple to all pagan gods and now houses the tombs of some very famous people like Raphael or Michelangelo. It also has an unusual circular shape because it's designed after a temple that was used by Ancient Greeks .

Trevi Fountain

You may come and go as you choose, so seeing the Trevi Fountain won't take too long. You may even make a wish in the well, making it one of the most stunning sights in the city. Or alternatively, stop by Piazza Navona and visit Bernini's Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi with its powerful sculpture that depicts four major rivers: the Nile (Africa), Ganges (Asia), Danube (Europe) and Rio Grande (North America). Head to St. Peter's Basilica to admire Michelangelo's famed Pietà and his other sculptures like Moses, David, and Leah. There are also some spectacular paintings on display in the Vatican Museums – look out for Raphael’s The School of Athens. Finish off your trip at Castel Sant'Angelo which was originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian but became part of Rome’s defenses when an angel statue was erected on top.