subject: Rome Hotels And Attractions [print this page] When in Rome, do as the Romans do: enjoy! Known for living life to the fullest, the Italian people know how to show tourists a good time. Rome is popular for historic architecture, art museums and fantastic dining. Rome has something for magical and exciting for every visitor.
Plan your trip to include the dozens of attractions available in Rome. Tour companies offer visitors group and private tours of the city. Not up for a walk or bike tour? Take a guided ride in a limousine or passenger car. Visit the Colosseum, the Vatican, the Forum, the Sistine chapel and dozens of other historical and artistic attractions. Rome HotelsHotels are scattered all around the city, but no matter where you choose to spend your nights, you are sure to be close to attractions and events.
Highly reviewed 4 star hotels include the Hotel Londra and Cargill, the Hotel Morgana, the Venetia Palace Hotel, Hotel Imperiale and many, many more.
If you are concerned about pricing, three star hotels can accommodate your needs.
Following are just a few of the dozens of choices for rest and relaxation:
Near the Colosseum: Hotel Anfiteatro Flavio, the Hotel Borromeo, the Ivanhoe and Edera.
Near the Pantheon: Albergo Cesari, Hotel Abruzzi, Albergo del Sanato, and the Hotel Adriano
Near Trevis Fountain: Hotel Accadamia, Cecil, and FontanaRome AttractionsIf you are an art lover, Rome is the number one place to be. From sculptures to art museums and magnificent frescos, you can stay for weeks and never run out of places to explore. Take in the murals and paintings created by the likes of Michelangelo, Bernini, Raphael, and Rubens. Get up close and personal with centuries' old sculptures and frescos. From the Sistine chapel to the Galleria Borghese, Rome satisfies and inspires the artistic spirit with unmatchable success.
Historical attractions include the Roman Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Pantheon and numerous crypts. You'll be taken back to the time of emperors, heroes, centurions and gladiators. You do not have to be an historian to be transported back to the days of glorious Roman Empire.
Rome is filled with hundreds of beautiful historic fountains. If you wish to visit all of the fountains in Rome, one vacation will not be enough. The most remarkable of these evoke feelings of peace and indescribable awe. At the top of your must-see list are Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers in Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain in Piazza die Trevi, and the baroque Barcaccia in Piazza de Spagna.
Catholic or not, a visit to Rome without seeing the Vatican is unthinkable. Seat of the Roman Catholic Church, the Vatican contains gorgeous chapels surrounded by libraries and museums with extensive historical and artistic collections that rivaling many collections around the world.
One cannot think of Rome without thinking of Italian cuisine. Authentic Italian restaurants are an attraction in and of themselves. Dine on classic Italian pasta or seafood prepared in a manner only real Italian chefs can provide. Dining accommodations range from sidewalk cafes to exclusive restaurants.
It is often said that one visit to Rome is never enough. Let your next vacation plans lead you to the spectacular sights available in Italy's most famous city.
