Unusual Rome

Unusual Rome, Rome, Italy

After devoting space to what to see in Rome in three days, it is time to learn more about unusual Rome. This post, in fact, is dedicated to places that are generally less visited. Some of these places are, however, well known, while others are more niche.

The first places, in particular, are easily reached by subway. Gradually, however, more difficult-to-reach places are reached. A bicycle, in some cases, would be a great idea!

The post begins with a walk that deserves to be in the three-day itinerary. I can safely say that this walk should be in a four-day itinerary in Rome, and it is not very unusual. But, not having mentioned it before, here I am talking about a spectacular tour! In fact, starting from the Circo Massimo metro station you can see, of course, the ancient imperial stadium (and the Palatine from afar), the municipal rose garden (free: in May, with the roses in bloom, it really is a must-see place in Rome), the orange garden (which offers a beautiful view of the Trastevere area), the church of Santa Sabina (dating back to the 5th century, a jewel) and the famous keyhole at the Knights of Malta building (amazing view).

The walk itself takes about half an hour, but the rose garden and orange garden are classic places where it is pleasant to relax. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Unusual Rome
Guide Location: Italy » Rome
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Andrea Alessandrini
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.travelsbeer.com/en/travel/unusual-rome-12-place-not-to-be-missed/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Garbatella
  • St. Paul’s
  • St. John’s
  • St. Mary Major
  • Schuster Park
  • Colosseum
  • Domus Aurea
  • Oppio Park
  • pizzeria Trieste
  • park of Villa Celimontana
  • Arch of Dolabella
  • Basilica of Saints John and Paul
  • Repubblica
  • Santa Maria degli Angeli
  • Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria
  • Piazza Vittorio
  • Alexander Nymphaeum
  • Caffarella Park
  • Aqueduct Park
  • Catacombs of St. Callistus and St. Sebastian
  • Villa of Maxentius
  • Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella
  • Via Appia Antica
  • Monte Mario Park
  • Viale delle Medaglie d’Oro
  • via Piccolomini
  • The Coppedè district
  • Fountain of the Frogs

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