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The Most Interesting Historical Places in Italy
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Historical Places in Italy

Colosseum
, Rome
Considered one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering, Colosseum is the largest amphitheater in the world. This world-fa

Pantheon
, Rome
Nearly 2,000 years old, Pantheon is the only building from the Greco-Roman world that has remained substantially intact and in continuous use

St. Peter's Basilica
, Vatican City
St. Peter's Basilica is not only among the most renowned works of Renaissance architecture, but it is also one of the largest churches in the
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Spend more time inside with no-wait access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel through an official, Vatican partner entrance. On this comprehensive guided tour, you'll experience the best of the Vatican in just three hours, including the Raphael Rooms, St. Peter's, and more. Navigate the vast complex of artwork and history with an expert, who will bring this ancient collection to life. Choose from several departure times.

Piazza San Marco
, Venice
Venice's principal public space, Piazza San Marco has served as the city's social, religious, and political center for centuries. In fact, Na

Piazza Navona
, Rome
Noisy and vibrant, Piazza Navona is the hub of artistic and commercial activity in this part of the city. Known for its Baroque architecture,
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Best for: Ruin, Fountain, Nightlife
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Best for: Art Museum, Historic Site, Monument
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Best for: Water Body, Historic Walking Area, Architectural Building
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Best for: Religious Site, Architectural Building, Nightlife
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Best for: Art Museum, Landmark, Specialty Museum
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From ancient ruins to Gothic cathedrals, Byzantine churches, and Renaissance palaces, historical places in Italy attract travelers from all around the world. Some of the most visited ones--the world-famous amphitheater Colosseum and Gli Scavi Archeologici di Pompei, an almost perfectly preserved Roman city--date back to the ancient times. Some are not simply historical monuments, but also thriving works of architecture and art, such as the ornate Basilica di San Marco, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore that marks the transition from Gothic Revival style to the Italian Renaissance, and Duomo di Milano, a marvel of Gothic architecture.