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Attractions Nearby Rome (Rome, Italy)



Rome is full of many fantastic tourist attractions, but within a short journey from the city there are countless other superb places well worth a visit. Whether you are looking for historical landmarks and buildings or beautifully landscaped gardens, you can be sure that you won't have far to travel from Rome. Here are some of our top recommendations.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Tivoli - Rome, Italy
The small town of Tivoli is situated 18 miles / 30 km north-east of Rome. This is the most popular excursion from Rome, with the main attractions being Villa Adriana (Hadrian's Villa) and also Villa d'Este. It can be easily reached by train from Roma Termini station or by bus, from the underground stop Ponte Mammolo (line B) and is one of the best places for a short trip outside the city.




Attractions Nearby Rome: Villa Adriana (Hadrian's Villa) - Via di Villa Adrianna, Tivoli
Hadrian's Villa was an exclusive retreat for emperors, where the marvels of the classical world were reproduced for the enjoyment of Hadrian, who succeeded Trajan as emperor in 117 AD. Almost 2,000 years old, this villa took 12 years to build and the visitors' centre at the entrance displays a scale model, showing what a wonderful building it used to be. Over the years, it has been visited by many famous people including Pope Pius II, Pirro Ligorio. It was purchased by the Italian government in 1870, who restored the villa and many of the original works of art and sculptures are now displayed in the Museo Nazionale Romano.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Villa d'Este - Piazzo Trento, Trivoli
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Originally a Benedictine convent, the Villa d'Este was built on the ruins of a Roman villa. Soon after it became the Governor's Palace and was magnificently restored in 1550. At one stage the building became the property of Austria and was returned to the rightful Italian owners in 1918, and restored further. The immense parkland, beautiful gardens and monumental part of the building were then opened to the public. The finest part of the main facade faces the city. There are waterfalls and more than 100 fountains, including the Fontana del Bicchierone (Big Glass Fountain) by Bernini.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Castel Gandolfo - Rome, Italy
Situated some 15 miles / 25 km from the city of Rome, the Castel Gandolfo is the Pope's summer residence, set amongst the hill of the Colli Albani and overlooking the picturesque Lake Albano. The original palace was built in 1624 and has been used by pontiffs ever since.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Cerveteri - Rome, Italy
Once known as Caere, Cerveteri is 28 miles / 46 km from the city and used to be a wealthy and powerful Etruscan city. There are some remains of the stunning buildings and structures. The necropolis area was excavated and many of the treasures now displayed in the Villa Giulia in Rome were found here. There is also a tomb area near the village, dating back to the 6th century BC and still showing traces of the original paintings and drawings. Guided tours of the area are available.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Frascati - Rome, Italy
As well as the splendid wines that are produced here, this large town is also known for its country estates. Located just 14 miles / 22 km from Rome, this is an ideal destination for a day trip into the Roman countryside. Places to visit include the Castelli Romani, Villa Torlonia, now a public park, and the Villa Aldobrandini, which was built for a nephew of Pope Clement VII in 1598, with spectacular views from its terraces. The town's main square and the ruins of the Roman town of Tusculum are also worth a visit.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Genzano - Rome, Italy
There are many things to see at Genzano, including Lake Nemi, a large lake once known as 'Diana's Mirror', a small museum, houses and the remains of two large Roman ships built in 37 AD. Genzano is 19 miles / 30 km from Rome.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Grottaferrata - Rome, Italy
Just 13 miles / 23 km from Rome is Grottaferrata, most famous for its abbey which was founded in 1004 as a centre for Greek scholarship. One of the monks will happily show you around the monastery, which has a large library with many rare Greek manuscripts and a museum of religious treasures. Nearby are some delightful ancient churches worth visiting.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Lake Bracciano (Lago Bracciano) - Rome, Italy
Ideal if you need a break from the city, this lake is situated 24 miles / 40 km north of Rome and fills a volcanic crater in the Sabatini hills. It is bordered by a number of sailing clubs and waterside cafés, specialising in fresh fish caught from the lake itself. The shores are planted with pine and olive trees and are perfect places for a picnic. Many people swim in the clear waters, which provide a great way to cool down on a hot day. Nearby is the town of Bracciano itself, which contains a fine example of a private castle, built in 1485, with family heirlooms on display.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Ostia Antica - Rome, Italy
Rome's ancient seaport is 17 miles / 28 km from the city and provides visitors with a real understanding of the structure of a medium-sized Roman town, where at one stage around 100,000 people lived. You can see how the streets were arranged with rows of shops, taverns and laundries. Located at the mouth of the River Tiber, Ostia was Rome's wealthy and busy port. The decline of the town came as a result of barbaric invasions and also a malaria epidemic, many years ago. The sand which covered the ruins has helped to preserve them well and there is plenty to see and appreciate, including temples, a theatre and a museum.

Attractions Nearby Rome: Palestrina - Rome, Italy
This was the home of a thriving community in the 7th century BC and the Temple of Fortune was built here over 2,500 years ago. This vast, religious complex was reconstructed by the Romans in the 2nd century BC on six terraced levels on the hillside. There is the Archeological Museum (Museo Archeologica Prenestino) which is famous for its wonderful mosaic of the River Nile.

 
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