The best beaches near Rome. Outskirts of Rome: what to see near the Eternal City

But about an hour / one and a half drive from the capital of Italy, there are no less amazing, beautiful cities in their own way. It is about them that we will talk.

Tivoli)

This ancient city was founded in XIII V. BC. Like everyone else has his rich history and amazing sights, two of which are monuments world heritage UNESCO. Why is it worth going to Tivoli: Villa d'Este ( XVI ) is known for its luxurious garden, fountains, the villa itself, the panorama; the ancient Roman imperial villa of Hadrian will amaze you with its scale and ancient history; Gregorian Villa ( XIX ) is notable for waterfalls, grottoes, greenery, steep paths; Pope Pius Castle II built during the renaissance. As well as a good option- acquaintance with the city as part of an excursion, which you can order.

You can find a good hotel in the town at this link.

Bracciano)

This Small town ok is known for its beautiful volcanic lake and the medieval castle of Odescalchi, which can be visited by everyone for 8.5 €. More than 100 films were filmed there, and the wedding of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes also took place. Information about the museum can be viewed on the official site, including in Russian. In summer, you can swim in the lake. It's really spectacular to enjoy the water near a beautiful castle.

How to get there: from two railway stations(Roma Ostiense, Roma Tiburtina) Trenitalia trains run directly to Bracciano.

If you plan to stay in Bracciano for more than 1 day, then there are several good hotels in the town.

Ostia Antica)

Antique trading city, which for several centuries was the main Roman port. At present, the sea has moved away from it at a decent distance, but the buildings remain, among which are an amphitheater, a forum, thermal pool and residences of rulers. The atmosphere here is calm, horses graze nearby in pens, and the sea is within easy reach - only 2 stops and you are on the beach. The entrance ticket to the territory costs 6.5 €.

How to get there: From Piramide metro station (blue Line B ) take the train to Cristoforo Colombo (for the same city ticket 1.5 €) and go to the bus stop Ostia Antica.

Cerveteri)

An ancient city that was once the state of the Etruscans. The history of Cerveteri goes back to the middle IX V. BC. Here you can see a complex of impressive ancient necropolises. The Etruscans believed that the dead also needed all human benefits - dishes, furniture, weapons, spacious rooms, and so on.

How to get there: from Cornelia metro station (red line A ) sit on blue bus firms Cotral and get off at the stop Cerveteri – Piazza A. Moro.

You can choose a hotel in the town.

viterbo)

In the former Etruscan capital in XIII V. was the main papal residence with an amazing openwork loggia. In addition to it, the medieval Pilgrim Quarter (San Pellegrino), the late Gothic Farnese Palace, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, the Renaissance town hall, Gothic fountains and other significant sights await you in the city. This city also has a very rare opportunity to get acquainted with the city as part of a tour in Russian. You can order it.

How to get there: the most convenient way to get there is from the train stations (Roma Ostiense, Roma Tiburtina ) trains run to the station Trenitalia.

Calcata)

This small town is located on a cliff surrounded by forests. It is not for nothing that artists sought to get here, renting and buying houses for themselves. Thanks to them, Calcata came back to life. There is certainly something to see in the city - from winding streets and wonderful panoramas to the most real workshops of artists.

How to get there: from Roma Saxa Rubra station take the blue company bus Cotral.

If you feel like staying in Calcata, the city has couple of good hotels .

We wish you pleasant trips around Rome!

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Going to Rome for a vacation or vacation, do not forget that 25 kilometers from the Eternal City waves are splashing Tyrrhenian Sea(Mare Tirreno) . Half an hour by train - and you are already on the beach. And there are many lakes around Rome, warmed by the hot Italian sun. And if during a walk along the Roman streets there is a desire to swim, you can always fulfill it, and you don’t need a gin for this.

When going to the sea, keep in mind that there are almost no public beaches in Italy. Most of coast given to private companies, so you have to pay for a place under the Italian sun. Normal cost per day paid section, called stabilimenti, is 10-15 euros.

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Certainly, the vocabulary of vacationers will be enriched with a new Italian word - wild boar (cabana). This is a canopy under which you can put a sunbed when the sun gets too bright. In addition to cabana, paid beaches have other advantages: clean changing rooms, showers, lifeguards on duty all the time. Italian women rarely wear one-piece swimsuits, even older women prefer bikinis, and being topless on the beach is quite common.

Many beaches around Rome have been awarded the Blue Flag, which is awarded for the cleanliness of the water and the coast, the presence of at least minimal amenities, as well as adequate lifeguard work and accessibility for people with disabilities (wheelchair users).

Lido di Ostia

not as glamorous as most Italian resorts, but located close to Rome.

You can get to Ostia for only 1.5 euros, as the usual 100-minute ticket for public transport is valid.

On B you need to follow to the Piramide stop, and on it change to the train in the direction of Cristoforo Colombo and after about 25 minutes get off at the Ostia Lido centro station, or the next Ostia Stella Polare station. By the way, if you arrive in (Fiumicino) in the evening, you may well choose a hotel in Ostia for an overnight stay.

Where to stay in Ostia:

Sperlonga (Sperlonga)

Sperlonga is far from the closest resort to Rome, the road will take about two hours. However, the blue flag beach, pristine sands and idyllic views are well worth the time spent on the road. From Rome you need to get to the Fondi-Sperlonga station, the ticket will cost 6.9 euros. In Fodni-Sperlonga, you will need to transfer to a bus (the bus schedule is coordinated with the train schedule), which will take you to Sperlonga in 15 minutes. A bus ticket costs a little over 1 euro.

Where to stay in Sperlonga:

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The road will take about 2 hours, and on weekends - even more.
Ten minutes from the train station - and you are there. A day on a paid beach will cost 13 euros.
A leisurely walk along the beach will lead to the archaeological museum of Sperlonga. On the way to it, you can see the grotto of Tiberius and the ruins of a Roman villa.

Fregene

Fregene is the beach of those who want to relax like a real Roman. After a day out on the sun-drenched streets of Rome, head to the beach, 37 kilometers from the capital, not far by local standards.

Getting to Fregene is easy: half an hour by train (FL5 line, ticket price 2.6 euros) from (Termini) in the direction of Civitavecchia to Maccares-Fregene station, then 4 kilometers by bus - and you are in the epicenter of nightlife. By the way, Santa Marinella is located on the same branch (more on it below), and from the end station of this branch, Civitavecchia, you can get to a whole scattering of beaches: San’t Agostino, La Frasca and Pirgo.

Santa Marinella (Santa Marinella)

Santa Marinella is a pleasant exception to the rule, getting to this resort from Rome is not difficult at all! The journey from Termini Station to a small seaside town takes about an hour and costs 4.6 euros. From the station to the sea can be reached on foot in just a few minutes. This location attracts many residents of the metropolis, so Santa Marinella is crowded on weekends, especially the part of the coast where free access is available.

Where to stay in Santa Marinella:

Anzio (Anzio)

The beaches in Anzio stretch for 12 kilometers, they are considered one of the cleanest in the Lazio region, which confirms the Blue Flag. Here travelers are waiting for the turquoise sea and golden sand. The 90 kilometers separating Rome and Anzio, the train will overcome in an hour, you need to get off at Nettuno station. A one-way ticket will cost 3.6 euros.

Of the cultural attractions in Anzio, the military museum (Museo dello Sbarco di Anzio) is interesting, as well as the archaeological museum, located in Villa Adele, built in the 17th century.

Good hotels in Anzio:

Terracina (Terracina)

Modern Terracina is not as interesting for tourists as it is, but many people come to relax on it. sandy beaches, which stretch for 5 kilometers and plunge into the azure waves of the Tyrrhenian Sea, breathe in the unique air.

Terracina occupies second place among all resorts in the world in terms of iodine content in the air.

You can get there by rail, sitting in Rome on a train going towards Naples. Get off at the Monte S. Biagio station (ticket price 6.9 euros), from where Cotral buses go to the city.

To avoid transfers, it is most convenient to take a direct bus from the Furmi Rome terminal or book a transfer from Sergio in a Mercedes for 115 euros.

Sabaudia (Sabaudia)

Sabaudia is another proud owner blue flag, golden sands and clear sea. Despite the obvious advantages, it remains one of the least visited beaches in Rome, but only because of the inconvenient road. From Termini Station, the train to Priverno-Fossanova takes 50-55 minutes, the trip costs 5 euros, but then you have to travel another 20 minutes on the Cotral bus, and then go down the wooden stairs. Sabaudia has another advantage: there are quite a few free sites on its coast, as well as campsites.

Pontine Islands (Isole Ponziane)

The Pontine Islands are an archipelago located between Rome and Naples. You will have to get here by ferry, which runs from the seaside towns of Anzio, Formia and Terracina. Most of the hotels are located on two islands: (Ponza) and Ventotene (Ventotene). The ferry journey will take from 50 minutes to an hour and a half.

During the summer months, only local residents are allowed to drive on the islands, and from autumn to spring, tourists can bring their own car by ferry.

The Pontine Islands are perhaps the best choice on the coast of the Lazio region, if beach holiday have at least a few days in your schedule.

Other resorts

environmentally clean island Ventotene-Cala Nave;
ancient Gaeta;
blue flag holder San Felice Circeo.

freshwater beaches

Bracciano

A trip to Bracciano will cost only 3 euros, a regional train will take you to the city of Bracciano, and from the station to the city park surrounding the lake, you can walk. If there is no desire to travel by train, Cotral buses run from Rome to Bracciano.

Do you want to get to know Italian province– buy a ticket from two segments: Rome-Bracciano, Bracciano-Viterbo (Viterbo). But even in the city of Bracciano there is something to see, the local pride is the Castello Odescalchi castle. A ticket to the castle will cost 7 euros, there is a guided tour every hour.

Lake Martignano (Lago di Martignano)

Martinano - small lake located near Bracciano. A true gem of the Lazio region is hidden among the hills. You can get to it from the city by bus, and then you have to walk about 600 meters along a dirt road.

The beach is quite shady, thanks to the many tall trees. Only silent sports are allowed on and around the lake: sailing, horseback riding, golf, use of motor boats is strictly prohibited. There are no usual beach activities and noisy bars, people come to Martignano to enjoy the scenery and silence.

Italians usually purchase a season pass to their favorite beach, which gives them the opportunity to get the best sun loungers located at the water's edge. If you plan to spend at least a week in the seaside town, it makes sense to purchase a subscription for this period.

1 | Go to the sea“Every summer weekend we go to Ostia by the sea,” says Lorenzo Ruggieri, journalist and blogger, with a smile. - From the center of Rome to the sea - about forty minutes by train. At the Piramide station, without leaving the metro building, you need to go to Porta San Paolo, then get off at Lido Centro or at the final one. The modern part of Ostia, however, is of no value. The main thing here is the beach. In the summer we come here to swim in a big company, and in the winter we go for a walk along the restless sea.” 2 | Learn the history of the conclave“The origin of such an important institution for the Catholic Church as the conclave, the body that chooses the Pope, is connected with Viterbo,” lawyer Mauro Porte corrects his glasses. - This word comes from the Latin expression cum clave, that is, "under the key." In 1268, the inhabitants of the city simply locked the cardinals who did not want to agree with each other in one of the halls of the Papal Palace, so that they finally decided on a candidate. Moreover, in order to achieve a solution to the issue, it was necessary first to put the cardinals on bread and water, and then completely dismantle part of the roof of the room where the meeting was held. After 1006 days, the pontiff was still elected. However, in Viterbo there is already something to see. For example, the quarter of San Pellegrino is one of the few examples of homogeneous buildings of the XII-XIII centuries. It is here that the same streets with ivy-covered houses and flower pots at the door are located, which you could see in travel magazines. 3 | Feel like a hippie“This city was built on a mountain in the middle of a dense forest. At first I did not understand what is special for Italy here, - student Patricia Ravanelli is surprised. – And then I found out that Calcata is the Italian capital of hippies. In the 1930s, they wanted to resettle the city, as they were afraid that the rock on which it was built would collapse. Fortunately, it never came to that. But in the 70s, representatives of bohemians, artists and writers, and not only from Italy, arrived in the deserted settlement. They managed to strengthen the base of the rock and revive the city. Now Calcata with its tiny art galleries, workshops, shops and tiny cafes is somewhat reminiscent of Balinese Ubud. That's why I like it here so much." 4 | Hear the sound of the waterfall“Most travelers tend to associate Tivoli with Villa Ippolito d’Este. The park - a masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance and a UNESCO monument - really deserves attention, you can't argue with that, - bus driver Marco Mastroberardino turns the radio down. – Firstly, Tivoli itself is a beautiful, cozy medieval town. Secondly, in addition to Villa d'Este, there is also the amazing Gregorian Villa with tunnels in the rocks, and most importantly, a large waterfall. This wild and almost deserted park is literally carved into the rock. I love coming here with my wife late autumn when thick fog descends on the foliage of sprawling trees. 5 | Drink a pitcher of Frascati“Unlike Rome, where the heat is unbearable in summer, Frascati is fresh and cool at this time of the year - all thanks to the special microclimate. I don't understand why you go to Rome in the summer at all? - Franco Agnieloni, a merchant in a wine shop, is indignant. “After all, Frascati is no worse. What are Villa Mondragone and Villa Aldobrandini worth - works of Italian baroque. But the main thing to do here is to drink frascati - this is the name of light white wine in pot-bellied bottles. I warn you, you should not expect frills, frascati is a simple wine, but it is it that goes perfectly with artichokes, risotto and fish dishes. If you are interested in how frascati is made, then you can go to the production. For example, Fontana Candida winery. The main thing is to call in advance and arrange a visit. 6 | Swim in the crater“Yes, indeed, there used to be a volcano crater on the site of Bracciano,” guide Michele Sansovino points towards the lake. You can see it in its round shape. Now the city of Bracciano is a quiet resort, where wealthy Romans come to ride yachts in the summer. Water from the lake still supplies Rome through an aqueduct, so it can only be traveled by sailing and rowing boats. So the water in Bracciano is very clean. The town itself is calm and quiet, and there is always a place on the beaches even in high season. Lovers of romance should visit the castle of Orsini-Odescalchi, which has preserved the spirit of the Renaissance.” 7 | Walk among the monsters“Bomarzo is best known for the Garden of Monsters, also known as the Sacred Forest. This park complex built by order of the condottiere Vicino Orsini in memory of his dead wife, says guide Francesca d'Agata. – Entrance costs €10, there is a nice bar and restaurant on site. The park itself consists of eerie sculptures, embodying mainly mythological subjects. Among them, for example, a huge head of Proteus, an elephant devouring a man, dragons, sphinxes with female heads and other evil spirits. The park, by the way, was loved by Salvador Dali, and Michelangelo Antonioni filmed about him documentary Monster Villa. 8 | overeat strawberries“If you ask in any fruit shop in Rome where they get their strawberries from, the answer is always the same - from Nemi. In our city, strawberries ripen all year round,” says farmer Enzo Viterbese. Every first Sunday in June we celebrate the Sagra delle Fragole. The whole city is decorated with flowers, music plays from the windows, but the main thing is that you can try hundreds of dishes and drinks made from strawberries. And in normal times, Nemi is a paradise for lovers of this berry. You can buy it literally on every corner. The peculiarity of our strawberries is a barely perceptible sourness, and the shape of the berry resembles a heart. My advice is to visit the La Rosa trattoria on the main street of the city. In addition to strawberry desserts, they serve amazing seasonal dishes such as truffle gnocchi and pasta with porcini mushrooms.” 9 | improve your health“In the center of Ciociaria (this is the name of a part of the province of Frosinone), famous for the film Ciociara, for which, by the way, Sophia Loren received an Oscar, the majestic Ernici mountain range rises,” says the director of the wellness complex, Professor Renato del Monaco. - At its foot is our town of Fiuggi. The main wealth of these places is the healing thermal springs, known since the Middle Ages. The main complex - Baths of Boniface VIII (termedifiuggi.com) - receives millions of tourists every year. At one time, Michelangelo, Pope Pius X, Giovanni Giolitti, Benedetto Croce, Maradona and many others came here to treat kidney stones and other diseases. And if the water of Fiuggi doesn’t interest you much, then you can just walk in the fresh air, ride a bike and explore the neighboring cities.” 10 | Catch a carp“Thanks to the crystal clear water, Lake Bolsena has received a second name - “a lake that you can drink,” proudly declares the head of the local administration, Fabiola Gallo. – This lake is one of the cleanest not only in Italy, but also in Europe. Here, of course, you can and even need to swim. A characteristic feature of the beaches of Bolsena is black volcanic sand. In the southern part of the lake there are two islands - Bizentina and Martana. I highly recommend setting aside a day to swim on them. And if you want to see the most romantic view of the lake, then you need to go to Montefiascone. The town itself is beautiful, and the panoramas that open from there are simply amazing. By the way, many fishing enthusiasts come to this place, including from Russia. Every two years we hold a fish festival - thousands of lovers of this gambling activity literally fill the lake. The main interest of fishermen is caused by carps, which are simply incredible in size. But there are also pike, and black perch, and other fish.” 11 | Ride a horse“The Monte Rufeno Nature Reserve is a magical place,” guide Stefano Maraessa strokes the horse. – This is a protected area, which is crossed by the Paglia River and several tributaries. Most of it is covered with thick picturesque forests. You need to be careful: in the forest there are wild boars and deer, which are best viewed from afar. Who knows what they have in mind ... The trails of the reserve have varying degrees difficulty - you can choose the one that suits you. The routes are equipped with signs, signs with information about the length of the path, the level of difficulty and duration. Eat special places for a halt where you can rest and water the horses. It is better to book a route with a guide in advance. The hike can last both a few hours and a whole day - it depends on your strength and experience. 12 | Try Pecorino Romano“Pecorino Romano has an ancient origin,” Renato Illotto, president of the Pecorino Romano consortium, breaks a head of cheese with a special knife. - According to legend, this cheese was given as a ration to Roman soldiers - all thanks to its long shelf life and high nutritional value. Today, our cheese is among the top Italian DOP cheeses made from whole sheep's milk. A distinctive feature of pecorino romano is its rich taste, which it owes to the quality of milk and a moderate dose of salt. Pecorino goes well with frascati wine, which is produced in the Castelli Romani area. This combination is a kind of gastronomic symbol of the Lazio region. If you want to see how pecorino is made, then in the suburbs of Rome there is a famous Brunelli cheese factory. It is best to arrange a visit by phone, emails in Italy are answered very slowly…” 13 | Relax like an aristocrat“If you want to understand what a vacation in the style of the Roman aristocracy is, you have a direct road to the beaches of the Riviera di Ulisse,” says notary Andrea Mantovani. - They are near the city of Latina, built on level ground by order of Mussolini. If I don’t confuse anything from the course of history, then near the city of Gaeta, Aeneas buried his nurse, and somewhere between Mount Circeo and the island of Ponza, Odysseus lived with the sorceress Circe for several years. Throughout the history of the Riviera, money has been made here: first, thanks to the proximity of the Appian Way, and in our time, thanks to visiting moneybags from Rome who love to bask in the sun. 14 | Become a movie character“Yes, now the Cinecitta film studio is no longer the same as in the 60s,” lighting designer Paolo Gruzovin smokes thoughtfully. – But I remember how Antonioni, Visconti, Vittorio de Sica and Fellini filmed their films here. In the 80s, the film studio had a hard time: there was no money, the films came out very mediocre. Ten years later, Martin Scorsese and Mel Gibson filmed a movie here. Now everything is starting to come to life: the cinema museum is open, and groups of tourists are allowed on the film sets. The route passes through three zones: the scenery of old New York, ancient Rome and medieval Assisi. I have been working here all my life, but every time I am amazed at the grandeur of these scenery! Main symbol Cinecitta - Fellini and his favorite Pavilion No. 5. Now you can also visit it. Here the director shot 23 films, five of which became Oscar-winners. 15 | Get lost in the ruins“Imagine a whole Roman city, abandoned since Antiquity and excavated several centuries later,” Ivan Santangelo, the guide, begins his story. – It is not as ancient as Pompeii, but it is interesting that ancient architects built it in the image and likeness of Rome. All this is Ostia - a city that defended the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea and served as a port at the mouth of the Tiber. Its history is closely connected with the history of Rome: visiting the excavations of Ancient Ostia is like taking a trip back in time. What else do you need to really feel that great era? 16 | go surfing“I remember being told in school that the settlement of Civitavecchia was Etruscan a long time ago, and then the Romans conquered it,” surfer Francesco brushes wet hair from his forehead. – Now our city remains small, but very lively and cheerful. The waves here are not high, but long enough, which is actually a rarity for Italy. If you go towards Tarquinia, then the water will be a little cleaner, and the waves are just as good. Don't forget to take a high-quality sunscreen with you, otherwise you won't be laughing later - you sunbathe faster in the water than on land. 17 | Take your best photo"Civita di Bagnoregio is mine favorite place for shooting,” photographer Andrea Caputo wipes the lens. – The city is located on top of a hill, and if it were not for a long 300-meter bridge, it would be very difficult to get into it. Actually, here you can practice photography: even a beginner can easily make a great shot from a bridge overlooking the city. But then how many memories! The city itself has not changed its appearance since the 16th century. Almost no one lives here, and tourists still don’t come here so often, which, in principle, is only for the better.” 18 | See the filming location of "The Great Beauty"“When we were filming the performance scene in the Aqueduct Park, of course, I was immediately struck by the scale and grandeur of these ancient structures,” says Anita Kravos about the process of working on the Oscar-winning film “The Great Beauty”. – I was told that there are six aqueducts here and, what is most interesting, many of them are still functioning. I would love to come to the park just to take a walk on a day off, since it is not far from the city, and the entrance is free. It is easy to get here on the red metro line, direction Ananina. You can get off at any of the stations: Subaugusta, Giulio Agricola or Lucio Sestio, and then follow the signs. Well, or by car - there is enough parking space for everyone. ” 19 | Visit the ancient fort“Believe it or not, I first noticed a strange hexagonal lake when I was looking out the window of an airplane landing at Fiumicino airport,” recalls archaeologist Paolo Donadoni. – I was very small then and did not know that this was a port built during the time of Emperor Trajan. There were shipyards, storage facilities, and other port facilities of a truly Roman scale. This port has been preserved almost better than all other similar structures. Now it is an archaeological park with many rare plants. An ideal place for walks and original photos! The port has an excellent website where all the necessary information is collected, where you can also book an excursion with a qualified guide. Maybe I'll be the one..." 20 | Walk around the Pope's cottage"Castel Gandolfo - summer residence Pope, - with an important look says the Swiss guard guarding the entrance to one of the papal institutions. - Until recently, tourists were not allowed into it, but the new owner, Pope Benedict XVI, ordered the residence to be opened for local residents and tourists. It is not so easy to see dad - even in retirement he is a busy man. But it is worth coming here at least to just walk around this quiet and lovely city. And what trattorias and vinotheques are here! In general, I like working in Castel Gandolfo, perhaps even more than at the gates of the Vatican.”

noteworthy curious tourists no less than the eternal city itself. To travel to the most interesting places of the Lazio region, which includes the historical metropolis, it is enough to choose the object of interest to you in terms of cognitive, plan a specific day for a day trip - and go to new discoveries!

The map of the outskirts of Rome is simply crammed with archaeological sites, beautiful villas, palaces, gardens, the best wine cellars! But, besides history, there are even beaches here! Below we decided to present a list of, in our opinion, the most interesting places to visit, most of which are located in the southern and northern parts Lazio, but there are also those that are located on the outskirts of the city, as well as more distant ones - in neighboring Tuscany and Umbria.

Outskirts of Rome, what to see

1. Appian Way

Its other name, in the Italian manner, is Via Appia Antica (it. Via Appia Antica). Once this ancient traffic artery was the main road of the ancient Roman Empire. Today it has been turned into a regional park - Parco Regionale Dell "Appia Antica. In the park, not only the ancient catacombs of San Callisto (St. Callistus - the famous burial tunnel of Rome), the remains of defensive structures, but also the road itself, ancient churches and acropolises have been preserved.

To get here from Rome, you need to take a bus (the Appian Way stop is on the city route number 118, the bus stops at the Colosseum and Circus metro stations, passes through most of the city's historical sights). So you will find yourself next to the catacombs. From here it is worth starting a hiking or cycling route to get acquainted with the ancient road that has survived to our times.

We recommend having lunch and a little rest on the same Via Appia Antica, in the Cecilia Metella restaurant (it. Cecilia Metella) - sit in the courtyard, listen to the silence, enjoy something delicious from the local cuisine. As you know, Sunday is the best day to visit this interesting place in the vicinity of Rome, since the Appian Way is closed to traffic on weekends.

Restaurant opening hours: 12:30 - 15:00, 19:30 - 22:00. Address: Via Appia Antica, 125/127/129, 00178 Rome, Italy, tel. +39 06 512 6769.

2. Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica

Many of us believe that the Vatican (see Historical Sites of Italy) is part of the great Rome, but in fact it is a completely independent state, the territory of which is located within the city. The Vatican is definitely worth a visit during your stay in Rome. Among the objects of this state that are worth seeing are St. Peter's Square and the Basilica (Italian: Basilica di San Pietro), that is, the cathedral, the famous Sistine Chapel and the vast complex of Vatican Museums, the collections of which were collected by the highest spiritual fathers of the Catholic Church.

To get to know the Vatican, you need to set aside at least half a day. Every day in St. Peter's Basilica, Sacramento Chapel, at 8.30 Mass begins, which lasts until 16.45 and ends with the Eucharistic blessing.

Cathedral opening hours: 7:00 - 18:30. Address: Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican, tel. +39 06 6988 3731.

The Vatican Museums are open daily except Sundays, opening hours: 9:00 - 16:00. Address: Viale Vaticano, 00165 Roma, Italy Tel. +39 06 6988 3332.

3. Tivoli and its famous villas

The city of Tivoli also belongs to the region of Lazio, like Rome. Finding it on the map is quite simple - look at the thin blue line denoting the Anio River (another name is Aniene, the left tributary of the Tiber), Tivoli is located there. Getting here is also quite simple - the distance from Rome is 24 km, you need to move northeast from the capital of Italy.

You need to come here for at least two days, and preferably three, to see the main sights of the city:

Villa Adriana (Italian Villa Adriana - belonged to the ancient Roman emperor Hadrian), covers an area of more than 120 hectares, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. From the center of Tivoli, the villa can be reached by local bus (distance 6 km). Visiting time - daily, 9:00 - 17:30. Address: Largo Marguerite Yourcenar, 1, 00010 Tivoli RM, Italy, tel. +39 0774 530203.
Villa d'Este (it. Villa d "Este, built in the 16th century) and its fantastic fountains of the Renaissance. Time to visit: daily, except Monday, 8:30 - 18:30. Address: Piazza Trento, 5, 00019 Tivoli RM , Italy, phone +39 0774 312070.
Gregorian villa (it. Villa Gregoriana - named after Pope Gregory XVI). A beautiful example of a man-made romantic estate with a garden, waterfalls (one of them has a height of approx. 120 m), glamorous grottoes, unexpected cliffs, steep and narrow paths, beautiful alleys. Address: Largo Sant "Angelo, 00019 Tivoli RM, Italy, tel. +39 0774 332650.
The castle of Pope Pius II (it. Rocca Pia) is a symbol of the constancy of papal power. Address: Vicolo Barchetto, 00019 Tivoli RM, Italy, tel. +39 0774 313536.

The easiest way to get to Tivoli is by train from the railway. Tiburtina station (it. Tiburtina), from where high-speed railways run. Express or bus.

4. Ostia - the main harbor of ancient Rome

The ancient Roman port city of Ostia Antica is also included in the vicinity of Rome, it is located at the mouth of the Tiber River. From those great times, only ruins remain, but the visit is worth it. You should take a few hours to get to know each other - wander through the old streets, look into the original miraculously preserved dwellings, see with your own eyes this huge historical complex with an ancient theater, residential buildings, gardens, baths, which is somewhat reminiscent of ancient Pompeii, buried under the ashes of Vesuvius.

The undoubted advantage of Ostia is a small number of visitors (few people know such sights), which provides a pleasant opportunity to enjoy what you see slowly and with pleasure. Get to historical place quite simple - you need to use the Roman metro: take line B to the Piramide station (it. Piramide) or Magliana (it. Magliana, address: Via Castelrosso, Rome, Italy), and from there take the train in the direction of Ostia Lido (Ostia Lido , or Lido di Roma, or Lido di Ostia).

5. Tarquinia - Etruscan tombs and museum

Tarquinia (it. Tarquinia) is a small commune in the Lazio region (province of Viterbo), located on the banks of the Martha River, in the vicinity of Rome. Approximately 16 thousand people live here. Outside of Italy, the small town is known for the Etruscan tombs that have been discovered in its vicinity, and for the most interesting Etruscan museum. The city is also notable for its preserved medieval center and a cathedral decorated with frescoes dating back to 1508 AD.

Tarquinia can be reached by train in about one hour, Roma-Ventimiglia (it. Roma-Ventimiglia). Trains depart from Ostiense Station (It. Roma Ostiense), located in Piazza dei Partigiani (It. Piazzale dei Partigiani, Ostiense quarter), not far from the gates of San Paolo. But if you settled near the railway. Termini station, then you can leave for Tarquinia from there.

6. Orvieto, Umbria

Impressive city of Umbria, " green heart"Italy, Orvieto (it. Orvieto) is located on top of a huge tuff rock and is literally immersed in greenery. In these places, the Etruscans lived a very long time and left behind thousand years of history. Orvieto will show impressive museums, historical monuments, a stunning cathedral (Duomo), decorated with a mosaic facade (it is considered one of the most beautiful medieval monuments preserved in Italy).

In addition to an interesting historical past, in the glorious town of green Umbria, you can visit many shops, colorful restaurants, taste delicious local cuisine. Getting to Orvieto is very simple - by train (from Termini station), it will take a little more than an hour time from Rome. From the railway Orvieto station runs a local funicular (It. Funicolare Bracci), connecting the station and the lower part of the city with medieval buildings on the mountain.

By car, you should go to the city along the A1 highway (Milan - Bologna - Florence - Rome - Naples), it passes near Orvieto.

7. Sabina Hills

The rural region, which has a pleasant name Sabina (lat. Sabinium), or in another way - Sabine Hills (Sabine Hills) is located in the center of Italy. These are ancient territories that once bordered Lazio in the south, with Piceni in the east, in the north they were separated from Umbria by the Nera River, and in the west, from Etruria, by the Tiber River. Sabina Hills is dotted with medieval towns and well-preserved castles.

To explore its most interesting surroundings, you need to have at least one day, take the train from Rome to Fara in Sabina, in time the journey will take less than an hour. During the organized tour, be sure to take an interest in local culinary delights and buy a few bottles of excellent olive oil.

8. City of Frascati and Castelli Romani

Frascati (Italian: Frascati) is a marvelous place on the hills, 21 km from Rome. Its fame is associated with the good reputation of the local white wine and the black (papal) nobility of the 16th - 17th centuries, who had their country residences here. The area on which the city is built is part of the relief terrain of the Alban Hills and at the same time - the "habitat" of the ancient medieval cities and castles, here they are called Castelli Romani (it. Castelli Romani).

Landscapes around the town are decorated with mountains and lakes, in the local valleys and on the hills, the rich Romans had country houses for many centuries! Vivid representatives of medieval historical examples of buildings are the communes of Grottaferrata Marino (Italian Grottaferrata e Marino) and Castel Gandolfo ((Italian Castel Gandolfo, the summer residence of the Pope hid here), which you should definitely visit. Each of them must be allocated at least one day for a trip and sightseeing.All these cities can also be easily reached by train from Rome, or by regular bus.

Outskirts of Rome: unusual sights

Rome. Plaza of Spain.

Rome is one of oldest cities peace. Centuries-old history has generously rewarded the city with sights that you have undoubtedly already visited. You have visited the chipped Colosseum, looked at the relics of the Roman Forum, threw a coin into the pompous Trevi Fountain, stood with your head thrown back at the Sistine Chapel and finished your next serving of pasta. Well done, the program is at least completed!

All the most interesting and not yet heavily trampled by the tourist foot is located in the suburbs of Rome. The "Roman province" was sung by poets and artists, farmers ennobled the fields, winemakers planted vineyards, the urban nobility fled away from the noise of the metropolis to country villas on the shores of picturesque lakes.

In the vicinity of Rome, you can see fabulous towns on the rocks, the highest artificial waterfall in Europe. In one of the provinces near Rome there is even a subway! And one of the villas served as a prototype for the fountains of Peterhof. Well, did you convince? Then eat up your pasta, let's go explore the surroundings near Rome. Where to go from Rome for one day?

Ostia Antica

Ostia Antica is a large archaeological complex located in the suburbs of Rome. Ostia Antica is often referred to as the second Pompeii. I have been to both places, and I will say that Ostia even surpasses Pompeii. In Ostia, you can freely wander around the territory of the complex, go inside the buildings, move between rooms, sit in the amphitheater: absolute freedom actions.

Ostia Antica was a port of Rome for a long time, but due to a drop in the water level and siltation, it lost its significance (now it lies 3 km from the sea). This trouble turned out to be a good side in our days. The well-preserved streets with the original pavement, the ancient necropolis, houses with surviving mosaics, stairs, baths, laundries, temples and even a theater open up to the gaze of visitors. But more than 2 thousand years have passed! On the territory of the complex there is a museum of artifacts discovered during excavations.

How to get there: from the Roma Ostienza metro station, located on the Piramide blue line metro station. On the way 30 min.

Tivoli

Villa d'Este

Tivoli is a 3 palace and park complex: Villa Gregorian, Villa Hadrian and Villa d'Este. Hadrian's Villa is the finest example of a Roman Empire villa. Villa d'Este is one of the most famous Italian villas of the 16th century. Peter I himself took the fountains of Villa d'Este as a model when creating Peterhof. Villa d'Este and Peterhof are marked with the seal of UNESCO.

Tivoli is a kind of Italian Peterhof

How to get there: trains to Tivoli leave every 30 minutes from the Termini railway station (Stazione Termini) or Tiburtina ( Roma Tiburtina) is faster. 2nd way: from Termini station blue line (line B) to Ponte Mammolo station. Directly at the metro station is the bus station, Cotral buses.

Castel Gandolfo

Exhausted by the Roman sun, you can refresh yourself on the shores of the lake. Castel Gandolfo is located in the Alban Hills above Lake Albano, about 30 kilometers from Rome.

The city is famous as the summer residence of the popes. Many pontiffs lived in Castel Gandolfo catholic church. The headquarters of the Vatican Observatory is still stationed here.

Nearby (10 minutes by train) is located pretty town Albano Laziale. The city will be of interest for the Etruscan tombs preserved here, the remains of the Roman amphitheater and several churches. Combine both of these cities on a day trip.

How to get there: from Termini railway station (Stazione Termini).

Bracciano

To the northwest, 40 km. located from Rome beautiful city on the shores of the lake of the same name Bracciano (Lago di Bracciano). Above the volcanic lake rises the castle of Orsini-Odescalchi.

History has been made around the castle for many centuries, but today it attracts celebrities. In 1998, Eros Ramazzotti married Michelle Huenziker here. Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes got married in 2006.

Many films were shot in Bracciano, among them: "There was once" with Sophia Loren, "Othello", "Territory of the Virgins".

Lake Bracciano still supplies Rome fresh water. In this regard, it is forbidden to ride motor boats on the lake.

How to get there: from Rome by train from Roma Ostiense, which is located at the Piramide metro station on the blue line.

Viterbo (Viterbo)

Viterbo is unique italian city, where buildings of the XII-XIII centuries have been preserved intact: papal palace and the Pilgrim's Quarter. They are adjacent to later buildings in the Renaissance and Gothic styles.

How to get there: from Roma San Pietro train station to Viterbo Porta Romana.

Orvieto

The city of Orvieto stands on a tuff hill, inside which a labyrinth of caves and tunnels has been dug. underground city was secret for a long time. It is currently only open to organized groups.

The city is famous for its gothic cathedral(Duomo) and the remains of a wall that existed more than 2000 years ago.

Getting there: By regional train from Termini train station.

Perugia

Perugia is the capital of the Umbria region. Having visited the city at the beginning of the 20th century, Pavel Muratov called it “little architectural”. However, the city is very rich in ancient temples. Moreover, Perugia is one of the smallest cities in the world with a metro. This fact is enough to go look at this miracle.

How to get there: From the railway station of Rome (Tutte Le Stazioni) to Perugia, trains depart at intervals of 1 hour Trenitalia with a change in Foligno (Foligno).

Assisi

The city of Assisi is a strategic point on the map of pilgrims. All year round they come to touch the relics of St. Francis of Asizza. The Church of San Francesco in Assisi is one of the six great Catholic basilicas.

How to get there: from the railway station Tiburtina or Termini.

Terni

Cascata del Marmor

East of Viterbo and Orvieto you can find another interesting city- Terni. Again, you can get there by rail in about an hour. Terni is considered the birthplace of St. Valentine - here, in the basilica of the same name, the relics of this "popular" saint are buried.

A few kilometers southeast of Terni is the highest man-made waterfall in Europe. Cascata del Marmor(Cascada de Marmore).

How to get there: From Tiburtina station. It is also possible by bus.

Sermoneta and Ninfa (Sermoneta, Ninfa)

On a hill above the Pontine Plains rises the beautiful town of Sermoneta. Its narrow cobbled streets run between medieval houses, churches and palaces. At the top of the hill rises the fantastic Castello Caetani, enclosed by a moat. The massive walls of which still remain in their original appearance.

Hidden in the valley below is the small medieval village of Ninfa, which at the beginning of the 20th century was turned by the skillful hands of craftsmen into Botanical Garden unrivaled beauty.

How to get there: By train to Latina station. Further to Sermoneta there is a Cotral bus. Instead of a bus, you can take a taxi (12 euros) from Latina. It is better to immediately agree with the driver where and at what time he should come for you: since you will not find transport back on the spot.

Artena

Today Artena is a quiet and cozy town on top of a mountain with steep steps. narrow streets, stone walls, tiled roofs and numerous balconies. But it was not always quiet: according to the statistics of the 19th century, the number of injuries and murders in Artena was 6 times higher than the average for Italy, and robberies - 30 times.

Due to the fact that the city was located next to the Appian Way, its inhabitants often traded in robbery, which increasingly caused concern to papal Rome. This anxiety cost Artena dearly: the city suffered three destructions! It's calm in Artena today. But when you look from afar, there is something recalcitrant and sinister in it.

How to get there: from Termini station to Valmontone. From Valmontone to Artena 5 km.

Ronciglione

Ronciglione is part of the Viterblo region, which surpasses the eternal city in terms of the number of attractions by 4 times. Being in Ronciglione, it is impossible to pass by the fortress of the city of La Rocca, but you can and should go through the real Roman Gate of 1618.

Ronciglione is a major exporter of chestnuts

In addition to the architectural beauties, enjoy the natural. Here are the Chiminsky Nature Reserve, the relict lake Lago de Vico, where rare birds. 20 minutes from Ronciglione is the famous year-round resort - Papal Baths.

How to get there: from Flaminio station to Saxa Rubra. Then by bus to Ronciglione (bus schedule). Back to Rome, you need to take a bus with the inscription: ROMA-SR (SR: Saxa Rubra).

Calcata

Medieval Calcata - picturesque ancient streets, toy houses, panoramic views and a creative atmosphere. Basically, the cottages of the Romans, the workshops of artists and artisans are concentrated here.

The rock on which Calcata stands volcanic origin, inside it consists of many caves with stalactites and stalagmites, in which dwellings, workshops and shops are actually located.

How to get there: the easiest way to get to Calcata from Rome (45 km) is by car along the Cassia Bis highway (SS2), then exit at Settbe Vene and follow the signs to Calcata. By public transport from Rome: take the train from Ferrovia Nord to Saxa Rubra. Then take the blue bus Cotral (Cotralspa.it) and it will take you to Calcata. Nago tickets can be purchased at Bar Saxa. Our tips on how to get there are advisory in nature. They should not be taken as the ultimate truth. Carefully study the schedules, ask the locals 100 times, especially when it comes to public transport. Since the towns in the article are small, transport from Rome does not run often. Good luck and enjoy your time.