Ancient Rome
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill | The ancient world's most famous arena, beside the ruins of old Rome's heart and the hill of imperial palaces. | One €18 ticket for all three; book ahead |
| The Pantheon | An ancient Roman building with a vast dome open at its centre, one of Rome's best-preserved monuments. | €5 entry |
| Castel Sant'Angelo | A round fortress on the Tiber, with views over the city from its roof. | On the riverbank |
Squares and fountains
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Trevi Fountain | The world's most famous fountain; tradition says a coin thrown in brings you back to Rome. | €2 to reach the basin since February 2026; free to see from the square |
| The Spanish Steps | A wide stairway between two squares, one of Rome's best-known landmarks, with designer streets around it. | Sitting on the steps is fined |
| Piazza Navona | An oval square of baroque fountains, cafés and painters. | Central Rome |
Museums and gardens
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Vatican Museums | One of the world's largest museums, with Renaissance masterpieces and famous paintings. | Book ahead to skip the queue |
| The Borghese Gallery | A villa of sculptures and paintings from the finest Renaissance and baroque art. | Compulsory timed booking; two-hour visits |
| Villa Borghese gardens | Rome's largest park, with a small lake, boats and the Pincio viewpoint over the city. | North of central Rome |
| Via Condotti and Via del Corso | Rome's best-known streets for designer brands and shopping, near the Spanish Steps. | Central Rome |
| St Peter's Basilica | The world's largest church with its famous dome, which you can climb for views over Rome. | The Vatican; free; modest dress |
A day trip
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Tivoli and Villa d'Este | Gardens of hundreds of fountains and cascades, on the World Heritage list. | About an hour from Rome |
| Ostia Antica | The ruins of ancient Rome's port, with its streets, theatre and houses. | About 40 minutes by train |
Tips before you go
- You need a Schengen visa, applied for at the visa centres in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam.
- Book the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums and the Borghese Gallery ahead: tickets sell out.
- The sights are close together and mostly visited on foot; summer is hot, so start early.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Rome?
The Colosseum and Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, the Vatican Museums and Villa Borghese.
How much is the Colosseum?
€18, including the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Is there a fee for Trevi Fountain?
Reaching the basin costs €2 since February 2026; seeing it from the square is free.
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Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.