Listing all the interesting places in the city on the seven hills is a daunting task. Just take a look at the map of Rome with its landmarks, and your head will spin. There are about a thousand cathedrals alone! So, we'll mention only the most iconic ones:
Colosseum - the main symbol of the city, mentioned in all Rome sightseeing guides. This colossal 1st-century amphitheater was once the site of gladiatorial battles. Every half an hour visitors are allowed here according to the time in the ticket (cost - from 16 EUR without a tour, guided tours - from 25 EUR);
Galleria Borghese — a true gem of Rome, where you can see the world's largest collection of Caravaggio's works, the finest sculptures by Bernini, and paintings by Raphael, Titian, and Rubens. Getting into the museum can be challenging as you won't find tickets at the ticket office — everything must be booked in advance. You can purchase tickets online for the Borghese Gallery or any other museum in Rome on their website;
Sistine Chapel and the famous frescoes by Botticelli, Perugino, and Michelangelo - photos of these landmarks in Rome adorn all textbooks on art theory! By the way, on the last Sunday of every month, admission here, as well as to all other Vatican Museums, is free;
Bocca della Verità, or the Mouth of Truth, is described in all guidebooks as a Roman landmark located in the Santa Maria in Cosmedin church! This large marble slab (which used to cover the well of the Cloaca Maxima, the ancient Roman sewer system) features the image of the god Oceanus and is considered an ancient "lie detector." It has a black hole instead of a mouth, and according to legend, the cruel god would bite off the hand of anyone who told a lie.
Other attractions in Rome can be found on Google Maps.
By the way, we recommend purchasing the Roma Pass — it offers free entry or significant discounts at museums, free use of public transport (except for the Leonardo Express train from the airport to Rome), and other benefits. The pass is valid for 72 hours and costs 52 EUR — savings are noticeable only if you actively visit attractions, but it will save you time waiting in queues.
You can buy it on the official website (pay by card, receive a special code, and collect the card in person at a tourist info point in Rome) or at any museum in the city.
