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Known throughout the world as the Eternal City, Rome offers visitors an endless array of historical, cultural, and artistic experiences. Just beyond the hotel are several historic villas once occupied by the eminent noble houses of the Italian Peninsula. Villa Medici and Villa Borghese Pinciana are a short distance away, with Villa Borghese functioning as a respected art gallery, the Galleria Borghese. Guests can also stroll through the beautiful Borghese Gardens, which run adjacent to the gallery. The Historic Center of Rome, a section of the city jointly supervised by the Italian government and the Vatican, is close to the Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese too. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990, the Historic Center of Rome has a wealth of historical attractions for guests to visit. The Basilica of Saint Paul and the Sistine Chapel both occupy the Historic Center of Rome, as do many other historical structures like the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the Roman Forum. Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is a wonderful place to start any excursion into the Eternal City.
Nearest Airport
Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO): 20 miles/32 km, 40 minutes
Hotel Address
Via Lombardia 47, Rome
Italy 00187
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Auditorium Parco della Musica
Experience a classical music concert at the Auditorium Parco della Musica.
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Auditorium della Conciliazione
Enjoy live entertainment at the Auditorium della Conciliazione.
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Basilica Papale San Paolo fuori le Mura
Discover the tomb of Saint Paul at this 4th-century basilica.
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Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore
Experience the historic mosaics and gilded ceiling of this outstanding 5th-century church.
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Basilica Parrocchiale Santa Maria del Popolo
Explore the artwork of Caravaggio and Raphael at the Basilica Parrocchiale Santa Maria del Popolo.
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Basilica di San Clemente
Discover the frescoes and mosaics of this historic medieval church.
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Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
Explore the ornate façade of this iconic 18th-century church.
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Basilica di San Pietro (St. Peter's Basilica)
Explore the spectacular Renaissance architecture of this world-renowned cathedral, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli
Experience Michelangelo's Moses at the Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli.
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Basilica di Santa Maria Sopra Minerva
Explore the artwork of Michelangelo at the Basilica di Santa Maria Sopra Minerva.
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Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere
Discover the 12th-century mosaics of the Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere.
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Bioparco di Roma
Explore a wide variety of exotic animals at the Bioparco di Roma.
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Bocca della Verità (Mouth of Truth)
Explore this iconic carving that resides on an ancient Roman manhole cover.
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Campo de' Fiori
Experience the artisan food shops of this iconic Italian marketplace.
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Cappella Sistina (Sistine Chapel)
Discover the breathtaking frescos that reside inside this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Castel Sant'Angelo
Experience the collection of paintings inside this spectacular fortress from the 2nd-century A.D.
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Catacombe di San Callisto
Discover the historic frescoes of this 3rd-century crypt.
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Catacombe di San Sebastiano
Explore the ancient tomb of St. Sebastian inside this underground labyrinth.
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Catacombs of Domitilla
Experience the sunken church of this historic 2nd-century catacomb.
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Chiesa di Sant' Ignazio di Loyola
Discover the famous frescoes of St. Ignatius at the Chiesa di Sant' Ignazio di Loyola.
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Chiesa di Santa Maria della Vittoria
Explore Bernini's The Ecstasy of Teresa at the Chiesa di Santa Maria della Vittoria.
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Circo Massimo (Circus Maximus)
Discover the site of a Roman arena that once hosted thrilling chariot races.
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Colosseum
Explore the iconic Roman Colosseum, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Domus Aurea
Experience the remains of Emperor Nero's grand villa complex.
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Fontana di Trevi
Discover this beautiful Baroque fountain, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Galleria Doria Pamphilj
Discover art from the likes of Rubens and Titian inside this ornate 18th-century palace.
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Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea
Explore one of the finest collections of contemporary art in the world at this remarkable cultural institution.
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Galleria Spada
Experience historic paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries at the Spada Gallery.
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Giardini Vaticani
Experience the historic sculptures that reside within this stunning 13th-century park.
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Largo di Torre Argentina
Experience the Roman ruins of the Largo di Torre Argentina.
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MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art
Discover Italy's national collection of amazing contemporary art.
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Mausoleo di Augusto
Experience the historic tomb of the Roman Emperor Augustus.
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Mercati di Traiano (Trajan's Market)
Discover the grounds of this amazing Roman marketplace, which was once an integral part of the larger Foro Traiano (Trajan Forum).
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Musei Capitolini, Centrale Montemartini
Explore art from ancient Greece and Rome at he Musei Capitolini, Centrale Montemartini.
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Musei Vaticani (Vatican Museums)
Explore the history of the Vatican at the Musei Vaticani.
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Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Altemps
Discover art and artifacts from Rome, Greece, and Renaissance-era Italy at this impressive cultural institution.
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Museo Nazionale Romano, Terme di Diocleziano
Discover ancient Roman artwork inside these former historic bathhouses.
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Museo e Galleria Borghese
Experience an amazing collection of art from the 15th to the 18th centuries inside the Museo e Galleria Borghese.
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Museum of Contemporary Art Rome (MACRO)
Explore Italian art from post-World War II Italy at the Museum of Contemporary Art of Rome.
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Orto Botanico dell'Università di Roma "La Sapienza"
Explore over 7,000 species of plant from around the world at this renowned botanical garden.
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Palatine Hill
Explore the place where Rome is reputed to have been first founded during the 8th century B.C.
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Palazzo Braschi - Museo di Roma
Experience the wonderful art on display at the Palazzo Braschi - Museo di Roma.
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Palazzo Massimo alle Terme
Discover historic art ranging from ancient Greece to the Italian Renaissance inside this spectacular museum.
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Palazzo delle Esposizioni
Enjoy some live entertainment at this iconic historic structure.
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Pantheon
Experience the iconic Roman Pantheon, which is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Parco del Colle Oppio
Explore the ancient Roman monuments that reside within the Parco del Colle Oppio.
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Parco della Caffarella
Discover the many Roman archeological ruins inside the Parco della Caffarella.
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Piazza Navona
Discover the many shops and restaurants that line this 1st-century public square.
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Piazza San Pietro (St. Peter's Square)
Explore the historic buildings and Egyptian obelisk at this celebrated public square.
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Piazza del Popolo
Explore the authentic Egyptian obelisk that resides at the center of this iconic public square.
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Piazza di Spagna
Experience the Spanish Steps at the Piazza di Spagna.
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Pincio Promenade
Explore some of the finest views of Rome from the Pincio Promenade.
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Piramide di Caio Cestio
Experience the frescoed interior of this Egyptian-inspired pyramid.
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Roman Forum
Discover the heart of the Roman Empire at the Roman Forum, which is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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San Luigi dei Francesi
Explore paintings by Caravaggio inside the San Luigi dei Francesi.
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Teatro Ambra Jovinelli
Discover the Art Nouveau architecture of the Teatro Ambra Jovinelli.
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Teatro Marcello
Explore this amazing Roman theater that was originally built at the behest of Julius Caesar.
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Teatro Olimpico
Experience the musical heritage of the Teatro Olimpico.
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Teatro dell'Opera di Roma
Explore the musical heritage of this iconic 19th-century theater.
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Tempio Maggiore di Roma
Discover the stunning architecture of the historic Tempio Maggiore di Roma.
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Terme di Caracalla (Baths of Caracalla)
Experience the architecture of this ancient Roman thermal bath complex.
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Villa Borghese
Discover the beautifully landscaped grounds of this historic Italian estate.
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Villa Doria Pamphili
Experience the beautiful landscaped gardens of this historic Roman villa.
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Villa Farnesina
Explore wall frescoes by Raphael inside this historic Renaissance-era villa.
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Villa Sciarra
Discover the heritage of this former villa.
