11 places curated from 10 travel vlogs — the more a spot gets mentioned, the higher it ranks
A theatrical staircase built 1721–1725, unique in city planning because the stairs themselves are the visual centre. From the top you see Rome's domes floating above the city.
A famous Roman plaza at the foot of the Spanish Steps, which were closed for renovation at the time of filming. It is a nice place to stroll and people-watch.
Rome's main entrance since Roman times and the origin of the three-street 'Trident'. Valadier later reshaped it into an oval with an obelisk at its centre and twin churches between the streets.
The church at the top of the Spanish Steps. A Sixtine street was forced to end in front of it because of the steep hill.
The tomb of Emperor Augustus, passed on the way to Trastevere.
A striking contemporary building that houses Augustus's Altar of Peace, marking the start of the Pax Romana. Its exquisite reliefs celebrate Rome's prosperity.
A peaceful, local-feeling family restaurant where Gabriello cooks creative Roman cuisine with organic produce and Claudio serves and pairs wines. Highlights included raw seafood, ricotta ravioli and carbonara.
Downtown Rome's pedestrianised main street, perfect for the evening passeggiata. It offers some of the best people-watching anywhere.
Contemporary restaurant where the chefs forage in the woods every Monday for ingredients and make fresh pasta next door. The menu is experimental, including a snail pasta, and there is a tasting option with small bites of every dish.
Old-school gelateria more than 100 years old, called the 'OG' of Roman gelato. All the gelato is made on site every morning, flavours include Baileys, and it serves until 1 a.m.
Famous early Baroque fountain in Piazza di Spagna at the foot of the Spanish Steps.