Best Places for Couples in Rome: Honeymoon Destination at Rome

Glad to see you!

First of all, congratulations to you both on getting married. And also, thank you for choosing Rome as a honeymoon destination. Not a lot of people out there appreciate Rome as a honeymoon destination. They assume this place as a field trip location. Yes, Rome is full of ancient architecture. But they can be very romantic, especially for newlyweds.

I have handpicked several places just for you guys. They are romantic, of course. But at the same time, they have historical and architectural value. I think you’ll love them very much.

Now when that’s out of the way, let’s hop in, shall we?

Where do we start?

Of course, we start by finding a good hotel for the two of you. Assuming you’ll drop by Leonardo da Vinci International Airport in Fiumicino (FCO), some great hotels close to the airport. You can try the following hotels

• Hotel Artemide
• Rome Marriott Grand Hotel Flora
• Anantara Palazzo
• Naiadi Rome Hotel
• Hotel de Russie
• Residenza Paolo VI Hotel
• Grand Hotel de La Minerve
• Hotel Hassler Roma
• Villa Agrippina Gran Meliá
• Palazzo Navona Hotel
• Rome Cavalieri- The Waldorf Astoria Hotel and
• Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese.

These are the best hotels you can find near The Leonardo Da Vinci International Airport. They offer great hospitality for tourists under reasonable pricing. And there are a lot of interesting deals and discounts for couples. So you shouldn’t face any problem on this front.

Love in the air of The Roman Colosseum

The first place we are going to travel to is The Colosseum. I know, I know! It doesn’t sound very romantic. But you can’t start a Roman Tour without the Colosseum. It is the most highlighted historical place and an astonishing remain of Roman Architecture. It is also one of the World’s Seven Wonders and the world’s largest theater ever constructed. It could hold 50,000 people at a time. However, it’s in pieces now. Still, you can sense the roaring ancient Rome in the structure, right?

Did you know, the day the Colosseum was first opened, the inauguration ceremony lasted 100 days! There were gladiator fights. Dozens of Gladiators died every time. Some historians say that almost 9000 animals perished during this 100-day opening party. Most of its infrastructure is now in ruins. But it surely carries that Ancient Roman touch we all love and admire.

Did you like the Colosseum? If you did, then you should visit The Roman Forum too. It’s a place mostly surrounded by the Ruins of Roman Architecture. People say that this place used to be a market. And these ruins were government buildings. Though most of them are demolished, you will find some interesting architectural masterpieces still standing tall.

Since we’re here, We shouldn’t leave without seeing the Triumphal Arches. As you might know, Romans built several Arches in this area. Each one of those has its unique design. The Arch of Titus is considerably the most popular among Rome’s triumphal arches because it has historical and monumental excellence. This arch contains inscriptions and sculptures honoring the military victories of Emperor Titus. Later it would be best if you lay your eyes on The Arch of Constantine. It’s a structure made up of 3 arches adorned with figures, designs, and battle scenes.

Before we leave, you should also see the Septimius Servus Arch. It’s a marble arch erected at the northwest corner of the Roman Forum in 203 AD. It was there to celebrate the defeat of the Parthians. Go on, take some selfies together with these beautiful architectures. A few lovely memories for the rest of your married life!

Now, Where to?

Looks like you are quite excited already. The next places we will visit will be the best romantic places and honeymoon destinations in Rome. They are Architectural Masterpieces and also perfect for couples to spend some time together. I made a list of places we’re going to visit with small descriptions. Here, have a look.

Trevi Fountain

Does it look familiar? It might. Not because this beautiful spring is the largest Baroque fountain in the world. This fountain has appeared in several films, thus making it quite famous. It’s located in the Trevi district of Rome. It’s a part of Ancient Rome. But it doesn’t seem that way as it was restored in the latter part of the 20th century. And among the tourists, there’s a tradition of throwing coins into the fountain. Roughly 3000 Euros are thrown into the fountain daily. Fascinating, right?

The Pantheon

The Pantheon has been a Catholic church since 609 in Rome, Italy. It was built during the reign of Augustus and was rebuilt by the emperor Hadrian. Originally it was built as a Roman temple. Its construction period is uncertain because Hadrian chose not to imprint the new temple but rather restore the original version, which had burned down. The building is cylindrical. A rectangular entrance links the porch to the rotunda under a concrete dome with a central opening to the sky. The Pantheon’s dome is still the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome. It is one of the best-preserved Ancient Roman buildings. It has been in continuous use throughout its history. The Pantheon has been used as a church devoted to St. Mary and the Martyrs since the 7th century. It’s informally known as Santa Maria Rotonda.

Villa Borghese

Villa Borghese is a landscape garden in Rome. It contains several buildings, museums, and attractions. It is the third-largest public park in Rome after Villa Doria Pamphili and Villa Ada. It was built by the architect Flaminio Ponzio. The gardens were developed for the Villa Borghese Pinciana. He constructed this by developing sketches by Scipione Borghese, who used it as a Villa Suburban or party villa. He also used it to house his art collection. The gardens as they are now were renovated in the late 18th century. It contains a replica of the Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre built-in 2003.

Spanish Steps

The Spanish Steps are a set of steps in Rome. It connects the Piazza di Spagna at the base and Piazza Trinità Dei Monti with a steep slope. It has the Trinità Dei Monti church at the top. The monumental stairway has 135 steps. It was built with French diplomat Étienne Gueffier’s bequeathed funds of 20,000 scudi in 1723–1725. At the top of the steps, there’s the Trinità Dei Monti church and the Bourbon Spanish Embassy. And there’s the Holy See in the Palazzo Monaldeschi at the bottom of the steps. The stairway was designed by architects Francesco de Sanctis and Alessandro Specchi.

Piazza di Spagna

The name Piazza di Spagna translates to Square of Spain. It’s situated at the bottom of Spanish steps. It is one of the most famous squares in Rome. For couples, this place is perfect as it’s quite romantic. Also, the square is surrounded by mentionable places. Such as the famous Fontana della Barcaccia, which is at the center of the square. And The house of the English poet, John Keats, is also there. Although nowadays, it has been changed into a museum dedicated to him and his friend Percy Bysshe Shelley.

Piazza Navona

Piazza Navona is a public open space in Rome. It is built on the site of the Stadium of Domitian. It was built in the 1st century AD and followed the form of the open space of the stadium. The ancient Romans went there to watch the agones, and hence it was known as Circus Agonalis. People believe that over time the name changed from in Avone to Navone and eventually to Navona.

Piazza del Popolo

Like Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Navona, Piazza del Popolo is large city square in Rome. In modern Italian, the name translates to People’s Square. But historically, the name originated from Latin. Before railroads were introduced in Rome, this place used to be a cover for Rome to the travelers. They’d see this piazza first while entering Rome. Until 1826, Piazza del Popolo was used as a place for public execution. Nowadays, it’s a public place where tourists and other people go and hang out.

Castel Sant’Angelo

Castel Sant’Angelo is a tall cylinder like building in Parco Adriano, Rome. It is the burial chamber of Hadrian. The Roman Emperor Hadrian initially commissioned it as a mausoleum or tomb for himself and his family. Although the popes later used the building as a fortress and castle. The structure was once the tallest building in Rome. Since 1901, it’s been used as a museum. Millions of people visit this place every year.

Peter’s BasilicaThe Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican, or Saint Peter’s Basilica. It is located in Vatican City. It was a church built in the Renaissance style. This papal enclave is within the city of Rome. It was designed originally by Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo Maderno, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. St. Peter’s Basilica is the most renowned work of Renaissance architecture.

Also, it’s the largest church in the world by interior measure. St. Peter’s is regarded as one of the holiest Catholic shrines. But it is neither the mother church of the Catholic Church nor the cathedral of the Diocese of Rome. It has been described as “holding a unique position in the Christian world” and as “the greatest of all churches of Christendom.”

Catholic tradition holds that the basilica is the burial site of Saint Peter. He’s considered as chief among Jesus’s apostles and also the first Bishop of Rome. Saint Peter’s tomb is supposedly directly under the basilica, also known as the Altar of the Confession. For this reason, many Popes have been interred at St. Peter’s since the Early Christian period. A church has stood on this site since the time of the Roman emperor Constantine the Great.

Things To Remember

As your honeymoon should be enjoyable, you should be careful about some events. Here is a checklist you can follow:

• Sunblock: Don’t forget to put sunscreen in your bag. Because the average temperature is enough to make a sunburn.
• Keep your passport-visa safe: Security checkup issues are common. So keep them safe and if you lose them, contact the embassy as soon as possible.

Why should you choose Rome

There are reasons for which you can choose Rome over other places in the world. These are the advantages:

Low cost: In comparison to other European cities, Rome is much more cost-effective. So as your new life is going to start, save the money and enjoy a nice tour.

Historical Places: The ancient cities I’ve mentioned will blow your mind. You will feel the love of your ancestors and start a new life with a fresh mindset.

Couple friendly: Rome is a romantic place for a date or honeymoon. You can also visit Venice, and both Cities are famous for the essence of love here.

Friendly People Around: The people of Rome are welcoming. Here you will feel the warmness of humanity. Isn’t it nice to get greetings from strangers also?

Safest: Rome is one of the safest cities in the world. The crime rate is very low. The tourists have a very good experience about safety. Most of the places are five-star rated by the tourists.

Good foods: Here you can find the best Italian pizza and exciting cakes that you shouldn’t miss. Surprise your spouse with their favorite pizza with extra cheese. The versatile foods are going to blow your mind.

Easy accommodation: Here, finding out hotels for couples is super easy. There are lots of options, including beautiful specialized resorts.

Ending Note

So here is the end of the tour. It’s going to be one of the best memories of your life. And as your new life starts with a beautiful beginning, we wish for the best.

Keep the memories forever in the heart. Rome is a beautiful place for couples. And the presence of a beautiful couple makes the city precious. Spread your love around and live happily together.