Squares of Rome

Beyond their large number, the squares of Rome are very varied, from the small neighborhood square to the hub of transport, through baroque jewels. A first article presents the four most prestigious: Saint Peter’s square, Piazza  Navona, Piazza del Campidoglio and the Spanish Steps.
The following article proposes our Top 16 of the most interesting and charming Roman squares. Finally, articles are dedicated to the largest squares.

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The 15 most beautiful squares in Rome

Photo of the Victor Emmanuel II monument and Piazza Venezia A tour among the squares of Rome, the 16 most beautiful after the 4 famous monumental squares, from antiquity to modern, through the Baroque and Renaissance, such as Piazza del Popolo, Piazza Farnese, Campo dei Fiori, or Piazza della Boccà della Verità. There are also small squares in the neighbourhood, such as Madonna dei Monti, Santa Maria in Trastevere, or Piazza Mattei in the Roman ghetto.

Must-See Squares of Rome

Place d' Espagne à Rome The squares or piazzas of Rome are among the main attractions of the city. Whether you wish to immerse yourself in the history of the city or just relax, meet up, take an aperitif, or just hang out! Here is an overview of four must-see squares of the eternal city.

Piazza di Spagna and Spanish Steps

Place d'Espagne à Rome An eighteenth century work, this square of Piazza di Spagna has an unusual and irregular aspect and is at the foot of the Pincian Hill. The celebrated Spanish Steps is a monumental stairway which leads to the French church of Trinità dei Monti, an iconic sight with its two symmetrical bell towers.

Piazza Navona

Fontana del Moro Piazza Navona This is one of the liveliest places in Rome, with many painters, restaurants, cafes and ice-cream shops. Having kept the shape of the ancient Stadium of Domitian, Piazza Navona has become the most emblematic of the golden age of the Baroque.

Saint Peter’s Square

Place Saint-Pierre de Rome This Saint-Peter's square, surrounded by a majestic quadruple colonnade displays the largest church of the Christian world: St. Peter's Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro). It is also the heart of Vatican City,

Capitoline Square (Piazza del Campidoglio)

Place du Capitole Piazza del Campidoglio is a square located on top of Capitoline Hill. In antiquity, it was an important place of worship dedicated to Roman gods, with a large Temple of Jupiter which has since disappeared. Today it is the seat of the municipality of Rome.