Atop the Celio Hill is this impressive, fortified church with some lovely 13th-century frescoes and a delightful hidden cloister. Ring the bell before entering and the large wooden door will be opened onto a magnificent courtyard. 

A breathtaking basilica that reveals Rome in layers. Explore richly decorated chapels, fascinating little nooks, and glittering 12th-century mosaics in the upper church. Then descend beneath to uncover an earlier Christian chapel, before reaching a remarkably preserved Roman house and Mithraic temple, set to the sounds of the rushing water from ancient aqueducts.

The Colosseum is without a doubt one of the world’s most impressive archeological wonders. Watch the famous film 'The Gladiator' before you head there: it somehow makes it feel so much grander. 

Taking inspiration from four generations of family bakers, Forno Conti & Co. is a modern take on the classic Roman bakery. By introducing new ingredients to traditional methods, Forno Conti & Co. always has an enticing selection on offer.