What to see in Rome
Our personal finds. Notes in quotes are our editors’ impressions.

Galleria Borghese
Museum
Bernini and Caravaggio in a villa in the park, book tickets in advance

Galleria Doria Pamphilj
Museum
a private palace with works by Rubens and Titian, quiet and uncrowded

Villa Sciarra
Park & garden
a quiet villa park with fountains and sculptures

Mouth of Truth
Landmark
the famous stone from “Roman Holiday” — you can put your hand in

Pantheon
Temple
an ancient temple with a dome and oculus, where Raphael is buried

Sant'Ignazio
Temple
an illusory dome painted on a flat ceiling — there's a mirror to help you see it

Terrazza delle Quadrighe
Viewpoint
the rooftop terrace of the Vittoriano, all of Rome at your feet

Janiculum Hill
Viewpoint
a hill with a panorama of all Rome, the best sunset