Things to do in Rome

41. Terme Di Caracalla - Rome

Terme Di Caracalla (or the Baths of Caracalla, as they are internationally known), was among the largest Roman bathhouses to be built, constructed somewhere around 212 AD. The remains of the bathhouse are a popular tourist attraction these days, probably because Roman bathhouses have been considered a prominent part of the Roman culture and television shows like Rome and Spartacus feature these bathhouses a lot. The Baths of Caracalla was a huge construct, with over 6,000 people taking baths here every single day back in its heyday. When you visit the Terme Di Caracalla, the most surprising thing is its stupendous size. Most of the surviving buildings in Rome are majestic castles or churches, so it is very different to visit a place which was used by common people as well. The site isn't well publicized which is a good thing because it means you wouldn't have crowds of people in the place when you visit. The bathhouse remains may be a tourist attraction, however it is an archeological space as well, and there aren't many guiding signs around. So, unless you want to take in the beauty yourself and explore, make sure you have an audio tour or a tour guide available before visiting.

42. Catacombe of San Callisto - Rome

The Catacombe of San Callisto is the busiest and most frequented catacombs in Rome, Italy. Built in the second century, the catacombs are part of a complex, spanning 90 acres. Inside, you come across galleries situated in four different levels of the catacombs. Exploring the catacombs will be a memorable experience for you and your family. Visit it on your trip to Rome. Who is buried in the catacombs, you ask? In the catacombs, 16 popes, 10 popes, and several Christians were buried. Other things to do in Catacombe of San Callisto include visiting the two basilicas known as the “Trichorae.” In the Easter section, rests Pope Zephyrinus and a martyr and exploring the area called “The Little Vatican,” which it was the official burial place for popes and dignitaries of the city. If you are planning to visit the Catacombe of San Callisto, you should check their official site to see if they are closed or open to tourists. The catacombs are closed on Wednesdays, New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, and Christmas. Take your time going through the catacombs, as it is a once in a lifetime experience. The best part is that you will always have things to do in Catacombe of Rome.

43. Villa Adriana Hadrian's Villa Tivoli - Rome

Villa Adriana Hadrian's Villa Tivoli (or Hadrian’s Villa, as it is commonly known) is now in ruins, but visiting here makes you feel like the place could be alive. It is hard not to imagine what life was like in this villa, when it was active and filled with people. It is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site, and was made around 100 AD. Hadrian, the Roman Emperor, did not like his residence and wanted something grander. Thus began the construction of this beautiful villa. While it is mostly ruins now, there are still some beautiful remnants here which will help you imagine what it looked like. Nowadays, most of the statues that were located in the villa originally are now elsewhere. They were looted and placed elsewhere ages ago. When you reach here, you will at first be amazed by the sheer size of the villa. Villa Adriana Hadrian's Villa Tivoli is a villa fit for a Roman Emperor in every sense of the word, and was designed to be the ‘perfect place to live’, and we could not imagine a more perfect place to live in. The gardens, the pools, the remaining structure, all are something which cannot be missed. It is a very popular site for tourists.

44. Villa d'Este Tivoli - Rome

Villa d'Este Tivoli is considered to be the peak of renaissance culture. If you know how much people respect renaissance culture, you will understand how high this praise is. It is a marked UNESCO World Heritage Site because of the same reason. We have included it in the things to do section of Rome, but the villa is actually in Tivoli. It is only an hour or two away from Rome, and thus if you’re planning to tour Rome you absolutely cannot skip this villa. Once you are near the villa, and see the front of it with the beautiful fountains, you will know you made the right decision to come here. The list of things to see in Villa d'Este Tivoli is vast, and you will need a full day to truly appreciate the splendor of the place. The ceiling frescos of the villa are a sight to behold and each of them will have your interest arrested. The fountains are the most prominent part of the villa, and they showcase the best in water engineering of the time when the villa was constructed. It functions as a state museum, and we would highly recommend visiting this place to view the villa, the gardens, the fountains, and the river.