The Legacy of Antiquity and the Renaissance

Let the new day full of discoveries begin with breakfast at a restaurant in the heart of the city.
From the terrace of the Royal Art Cafe there is a beautiful scenic view of the Colosseum. The menu of the restaurant features traditional Italian dishes served in a modern way.

The Flavius Amphitheatre in ancient times attracted the inhabitants of Rome and the surrounding area as the largest arena for entertaining spectacles and gladiatorial fights.
And today the Colosseum attracts tourists from all over the world as a great architectural monument of antiquity. To avoid wasting time standing in line at the box office, it is worth buying admission tickets in advance. Buying tickets is available online.

In ancient times, the Capitoline Square was the site of meetings of the Senate and the archive building.
The modern look of the square was designed by Michelangelo Buonarroti in the 16th century, however, not all the ideas of the great architect were realized. The square got its final appearance already in 1654. In the center of the square there is a statue of Marcus Aurelius, the greatest ruler in the history of Rome.
The Capitoline Hill is also interesting because it offers the best view of the ruins of ancient forums.

At the height of the Roman Empire, the Pantheon was dedicated to seven major deities: Jupiter, Venus, Neptune, Mars, Mercury, Pluto, and Saturn.
In 609 the Pantheon was consecrated and named the Catholic Shrine of St. Mary and the Martyrs. All images of the pagan gods were destroyed and replaced by statues of Christian saints and magnificent frescoes on biblical themes.
There are no windows in the entire building; the only light that enters is through a round hole at the top of the dome, symbolizing the heavenly all-seeing eye.

This restaurant is loved and recommended for its special distinctive atmosphere, huge portions and friendly, helpful staff. The pizza, pasta, meat delicacies, delicious seafood and spicy wines are all of the highest quality.
The menu is available in Italian, English and Russian.

Piazza Navona is adorned by three sumptuous Baroque fountains decorated with white marble sculptures. The most grandiose is the fountain of the four rivers, built in the 17th century by the architect Bernini.
In the center of the fountain is an Egyptian-style obelisk surrounded by metaphorical images of the four great rivers.

The museum is a must-see for those who are indifferent to the history of Rome and world art. There is an extensive collection of ancient sculptures, including the famous Dying Gaul, made of marble.
The original decoration of the palace, including mosaics and paintings, is still intact.

Its current appearance the chapel acquired in the 17th century, over its architectural design worked the best masters of the time.
The interior of Santa Maria della Pace features masterly bas-reliefs and sculptures as well as splendid murals, the most famous of which is the Sibyls and Angels by Rafael Santi.

Take a stroll along the waterfront, or the historic part of town, and end the day in a sumptuous Mediterranean restaurant.
You can dine in pleasant, bright interiors, or in the beautifully atmospheric garden.