The Colosseum is the most famous sight in the Italian capital and the symbol of Rome. With a circumference of 5220 metres and a height of 48 metres, it is the largest amphitheatre built in ancient Rome and also the largest enclosed building of Roman antiquity.

Explore the wonders of the collosseum at the Parco Archeologico del Colosseo in Rome

Once built as an imperial mausoleum for the Roman Emperor Hadrian and his descendants, Castel Sant’Angelo served for a time as part of the city walls, was then used as a fortress by several popes for a very long time and was later converted into a dungeon and refuge. As a refuge, it was located outside the Vatican area, but was connected to the Vatican by a tunnel from 1722. Today, Castel Sant’Angelo is a national museum with six floors and 58 rooms.

The fascinating construction of the current building dates back to the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who had it rebuilt as a temple in the second century AD. During the reign of Emperor Honorius, its use as a temple was permanently discontinued until the Middle Ages. It was consecrated as a Christian church in the sixth century. The official name of the Roman Catholic church is Santa Maria ad Martyres. The dome is an architectural masterpiece and delights both locals and tourists alike. The only source of light is the nine metre round hole at the highest point of the dome. The sunshine creates an unforgettable atmosphere.

The Roman Forum was once the social centre of Rome with many public buildings and monuments. Together with the Palatine Hill, it is now one of the largest and most important archaeological sites in Rome dating back to ancient times. At the end of the imperial era, the Roman Forum was a densely built-up complex that had developed over the centuries, with countless temples and religious buildings as well as political and commercial buildings. The last building to be constructed was the Column of Honour erected for Emperor Phocas in 608 A.D. After that, the ancient buildings slowly fell into disrepair and churches and fortresses were built on the site. Finally, the Forum Romanum served only as a quarry and cow pasture until excavations began in 1803.

The Palatine Hill is bordered to the north by the Forum Romanum, to the west by the Velabrum Valley and the Forum Boarium and to the south by the valley of the Circus Maximus. On almost all sides – except in the north-east – the hill falls away steeply by around 30 metres. Its height is around 51 metres, while the total area on the ridge of the hill covers around 10 hectares. According to the founding legend, Romulus gave the city its name after defeating his brother Remus in a contest. And Romulus chose the Palatine Hill as the place where the city was founded.

he Stadio di Domiziano, an important archaeological site under Piazza Navona in Rome, opened its doors to the public in January 2014 after a long restoration phase. These ancient ruins, which lie around 5 metres below street level, represent the first and only masonry stadium ever built in ancient Rome and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Stadium of Domitian in Piazza Navona is not wheelchair accessible.

he Vicus Caprarius archaeological site is an underground area beneath the Trevi district. This is where the most famous fountain in the world, the Trevi Fountain, got its name. The Vicus Caprarius archaeological site consists of a complex of buildings from Roman times and a preserved section of the Aqua Virgo (Virgin) aqueduct. The aqueduct still fulfils its purpose today and supplies water to the city's most famous monumental fountains, such as the Trevi Fountain.

The archaeological complex of the Roman houses of Caelian, under the Basilica of Saints John and Paul in Rome, is a historically fascinating place. According to tradition, this is where the saints were buried after their martyrdom. The area, which was discovered in 1887 by Father Germano of St Stanislaus, the rector of the basilica, consists of more than 20 underground rooms on different levels, some of which are painted with frescoes from the third century AD and the Middle Ages.

The Ostia Antica Archaeological Park, located at the mouth of the Tiber River near Rome, offers an insight into the ancient world. Its name, derived from the Latin “ostium”, meaning river mouth, reflects its strategic location. According to legend, the city was founded in 620 BC by Ancus Marcius, King of Rome, to exploit the nearby salt pans. However, the earliest remains date back to the 4th century BC and indicate that it was an armed camp to protect the estuary.As Rome's power expanded in the 2nd century BC, Ostia developed from a military outpost into a bustling trading center that controlled the Mediterranean trade routes. In the late Republican period, the city had walls, gates and necropolises. During its heyday in the 2nd century AD, with an estimated population of 50,000, Ostia flourished as a trading port linked to the imperial ports. The forum, thermal baths, warehouses and residential buildings were built during this period.

Palazzo Barberini, built in the 17th century, is an outstanding example of Roman Baroque and houses an impressive art collection. The building itself is a work of art, designed by important architects such as Carlo Maderno and Francesco Borromini. Inside the palace, visitors can admire masterpieces by artists such as Raphael, Caravaggio, Titian and Holbein. Particularly famous is the painting "The Ecstasy of St Theresa" by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, which is one of the museum's main attractions. The Galleria Corsini is located in another magnificent palace, the Palazzo Corsini, which was built in the 18th century. This museum houses a collection of mainly Italian works of art, including paintings by Guido Reni, Rubens, Van Dyck and other important Renaissance and Baroque artists. The palace itself is a jewel of Roman architecture and provides an impressive setting for the works of art.

he Palazzo Merulana in Rome is home to an impressive collection of artworks that predominantly represent the Roman School and the Italian 20th century, but also includes contemporary art. The exhibition extends over 1,800 square metres and is spread over four floors.

The wax museum in Rome was founded in 1958 by Fernando Canini and today has an extensive collection of figures of well-known personalities. From ancient times to poets, footballers and actors, you can admire figures from all centuries at the Museo delle Cere. Take a picture with the Pope or immerse yourself in the world of fairy-tale figures – the wax museum takes you into the exciting world of the stars.

Discover GAMM - Game Museum, the first immersive space in Italy entirely dedicated to the world of video games. Suitable for enthusiasts of all ages, families, and students, the museum is divided into three interconnected areas: GAMMDOME, GAMM PARC Path of Arcadia, and GAMM HIP Historical Playground. Each space provides a different perspective, tracing the story from the origins of video games to their latest frontiers, offering over 1,500 playable titles and a collection exceeding 600 historical items. The GAMMDOME is the beating heart of the museum, where the past and future of video games meet. Here, you can delve into the history of the medium through digital panels, exclusive interviews, and an extraordinary collection of unique artifacts.