Rome

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Often called the Eternal City, Rome stands alone as Italy's most visited destination. The third most populated city in the European Union, Rome boasts ancient sites, yet has a modern flair — an exhilarating mix of the Old World and the new.

Rome's must-see attractions include the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and St. Peter's Basilica. Of course, within the city limits of Rome lies an independent country: Vatican City, the Roman Catholic Church headquarters and the only current example of a country inside a city.

With its Renaissance architecture, ancient ruins, and works by Michelangelo, Rome is a vibrant destination offering spectacular examples of human achievement. Visitors wandering through this glorious city have so much to discover!

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Colosseum

This iconic, ancient arena was once the domain of gladiators.

St. Peter's Basilica

The largest Christian basilica in the world.

Pantheon

Previously a Roman temple, Pantheon is a Catholic church with historic tombs and is one of the most well-preserved buildings in Rome.

Trevi Fountain

A sculpted fountain dating back to the 18th century.

Transportation

For transportation into Rome from Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO), the Leonardo Express train is a widely-recommended non-stop service between FCO and Rome Termini (the main station). Trains leave every half hour, and the trip takes 32 minutes.

Rome has an extensive underground railway system that will get visitors to several major attractions. The Roman Metro has three lines - A, B and C. The metro system is reasonably-priced and quick, and metro maps are easy to navigate.

Rome also has trams and buses that visitors are well-advised to use; as it's a large city, trying to see everything by walking is not possible.

Risorgimento in Rome

From 2/9/2026 - 5/11/2026

The Capitoline Superintendency of Cultural Heritage organizes a series of conferences entitled 'Risorgimento in Rome' to commemorate the establishment of the Roman Republic. The lectures aim to highlight the Risorgimento period by comparing it to subsequent eras, focusing on its significance in the birth of the Italian nation. The event features various speakers discussing topics related to the political and cultural impacts of the Risorgimento.

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Rinoceronti Oggi: Da Ionesco ai social e oltre

From 2/15/2026 - 6/10/2026

Rinoceronti Oggi is a creative project that transforms Ionesco's 'The Rhinoceros' into a new collective work through writing workshops, acting training, and sound research. The initiative promotes contemporary reinterpretation of the classic, addressing themes such as conformity, identity, and language in today's society. It includes open meetings with scholars and experts, fostering cultural dialogue on current social and communicative phenomena.

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