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Piazza del Popolo
Plaza and Historic and Protected Site
Campo Marzio, Roma
"A beautiful huge square on the way to villa Borghese."(3 Tips)
"One of the most important and beautiful piazza in Rome."(2 Tips)
"One of the best plazas in Rome, brilliant scenic views."(11 Tips)
"Great area to sit with a book and people watch."(4 Tips)
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Dave SawyerJune 16, 2016Generally a lovely plaza, until the street hawkers won't leave you alone with their flowers — that gets very annoying, very fast... especially when a simple "no, thank you" will suffice.
Anne vdBApril 28, 2014The neoclassical piazza as it is today was designed 1811-22 by Valadier in 2 semicircles, as Bernini's Colonnade, redesigning the space conceived by Alexander VII Chigi, as funnel from Porta Flaminia.
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BachAugust 18, 2014It means People's Square. The square is split into three streets. Via del Babuino on the left, Via di Ripetta on the right and Via del Corso is in the middle.
Tim EdwardsMay 5, 2017The Canova bar is right up there with the best. Staff are friendly and the drinks are mixed well. Few better spots on a sunny afternoon.
Evren YigitAugust 27, 2016A big and historical area, it is good to sit at one of the caffes and watch people around.
Sidira KuriaJanuary 20, 2019One of my favourite ones.I suggest u start from here,go to nearby terazza del pincio to admire the view&then start walking via del corso (or one of the other streets,via del ripetta or via bambuini).
SerdarOctober 9, 2014Main gate of Ancient Rome. Travellers' first view was this square when they arrived to the city. Road to North lies ahead.
Bijan KafiNovember 28, 2015The Piazza originally marked the Northern boundary of the city of Rome. J.W. Goethe's favourite walk began here and went along the river to the once tiny village of Aqua Acetosa.
Saviola SwedishJuly 28, 2015You can grab an ice-cream from nearby shops and sit for a while.. Or you can go up the hill and there's a nice Park with a nice view of the piazza.
Biliana RoussevaFebruary 10, 2015One of the most spectacular places in the city, especially when one finds themselves in its very center! My 3rd Rome favorite, after la Fontana di Trevi and il Pantheon.
Rafal W.May 29, 2012For centuries the sight of public executions, this elegant neoclassical piazza is a superb people-watching spot. It was originally laid out in 1538 to provide a grandiose entrance to the city.
N RFebruary 19, 2019At the end of piaza Venecia, there is nice square with these 2, on first sight same churches! Enjoy in music of locals and have a fun!
Naz CostanteMarch 20, 2016this is a very big piazza crowded with people, fountains, churches and monuments be sure to visit the church of santa maria del popolo👌🏼
Sevda DemiralSeptember 2, 2014The modifications wanted by Alessandro VII Chigi, including the building of the twin churches at the Porta del Popolo, were done in anticipation of the grand arrival of Cristina of Sweden in Rome Read more
DeeSeptember 4, 2014One of my favorite spots in Rome.. Very nice area with great vibes.. Check out Via del Babuino very elegant and less crowded- Anne vdBApril 28, 2014Commissioned by Alexander VII Chigi to complete the teatro of the piazza, the twin churches Sta Maria dei Miracoli & Sta Maria di Montesanto started under Rainaldi jr. & finished to plans of Bernini.
Elisabetta Giulia de RinaldisMarch 9, 2013For centuries, piazza del Popolo was the first glimpse most travellers got of Rome, for it lies at the end of the ancient via Flaminia and directly inside the city's northern gate the Porta del Popolo
المهره الصعبه ماهي لأي خيالJuly 1, 2016This Piazza consider to be the gate to Rome. Nice square to walk and have some Gelato 😬
- Salvatore De CarmineJune 27, 2015A beautiful huge square on the way to villa Borghese. From the villa you can have a nice view from the top.
Mircea ScarlatescuMay 21, 2013Crowded but very nice, good food & drink locations nearby, subways and trams available to get here. Recommended for a visit, for sure
Rebecka BerggrenSeptember 10, 2015Favourite piazza in rome. Grab an espresso at Fellinis favourite café, Canova and enjoy some great people watching.
RomaMarch 24, 2012For centuries, piazza del Popolo was the first glimpse most travellers got of Rome, for it lies at the end of the ancient via Flaminia and directly inside the city's northern gate the Porta del Popolo
Louis VuittonJanuary 27, 2012Your eyes will be enchanted by these two twins churches: look closely and try to spot the differences between them. A winning tip? Watch "Angels & Devils" the movie beforehand.
Take a cup of coffee or tea with one of the surround caffe & relax
Tin PavlićOctober 9, 2015Nice view, close to metro, close to stairs on hill nearby with great view od Rome and Vatican
Arte itNovember 8, 2011The modifications wanted by Alessandro VII Chigi, including the building of the twin churches at the Porta del Popolo, were done in anticipation of the grand arrival of Cristina of Sweden in Rome 1655
Kapt’n KokoMay 7, 2018A great place to people watch, but don’t have dinner anywhere near it. Tourist menus and big price-tags.- Yasin CandemirJanuary 5, 2016One of the most important and beautiful piazza in Rome. Don't forget to take a photo
The view from here all the way down the Corso to the Vittorio Emanuele Monument is pretty impressive.
Murat OJanuary 21, 2014Spend some time for street musicians especialy in the evenings. Zamanınızın birazını özellikle akşam saatlerinde sokak müzisyenlerine ayırın.
Andrew BC 翁 ÔNGMarch 15, 2015Remarkable scenery & great architecture of the twin look-aliked churches. Truly awesome indeed
Zimmermann ZsoltJuly 26, 2016Great to rest on the fountain stares. We got roses from a local seller and a wrist band. He was cute.
Elite Club VacanzeJune 1, 2012It's an oval shaped square close to Piazza di Spagna and is remarkable because of the twin churches: Santa Maria di Montesanto and Santa Maria dei Miracoli, built in the Neo classical style.
Emily HeywardMay 2, 2015Make your way from here to the Spanish steps winding through all the amazing shopping streets
Liz NiezenDecember 17, 2018Gorgeous any time of the day! Steps away from Spanish Steps and high end shopping!
Fatima Al HashimiMay 31, 2014Feels like the center of the world & that all roads lead to it. Enchanting.
Cizenbayan Elif TanverdiNovember 9, 2014Very talented street artists perform here. Almost better than a free concert
Julia KryvomazSeptember 15, 2016Huge Square with fountains and a sightseeing place above. Very nice view
Vova NovaqueJuly 7, 2015My beloved piazza in Rome. Late evening is the best time to feel the chemistry of the city.- Arte itNovember 8, 2011The artist Benvenuto Cellini in May of 1527, defending the Porta del Popolo during the sack of Rome, threw a dart that killed the head of the German troops, Charles III of Bourbon
Arhan DonduFebruary 24, 2014Your eyes will be enchanted by these two twins churches: look closely and try to spot the differences between theem. http://www.makedonyauniversiteleri.biz Read more
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The square’s fame spread worldwide over the years as a site for public executions, fairs, carnivals, games and competitions and as a symbol of Renaissance papal patronage. Place Managed by the Rome's Tourism Dept. in collaboration with //Avanti Concept Agency
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- 9.4
"Seen for miles along the three approaching streets the square is usually very busy. AVOID the obvious tourist cafes and restaurants and beware of pick pockets."
Russell Harrison - 8.4
"Great gate with impressive size doors!!"
Julia Kryvomaz - 7.8
"I'm a big fan of this fountain. The area around it is lively but not crowded."
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"So huge, fined a map of the place and bring your water snacks and really good walking shoes. Alot to see and all great"
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"One of the best views in Rome, try not to miss it for sundown."
EDR - 9.0
"Spanish steps had a great atmosphere and environment. Try to not run down the steps they are very slippery. Next to there is a great gelato place that is worth having. Expensive but great💕🍦"
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