Fun, lively and a " MUST EXPERIENCE" when visiting Rome. I won't go into all the history about the square, the architecture, the buildings, restaurants and fountain. You must put forth the effort and look up the history yourself. However, I will express the absolute joy of the surroundings. Tons of people and fun. Lots of fantastic restaurants and cafes. I mean it. There are actually restaurants in the square that serve fresh food with impeccable care. Not just your touristy stuff. I always advise friends to visit Piazza Navona at night. The music, street artists, lights, and weather during the summer months are much more enjoyable. Just like any big city gathering place, be mindful of pick pockets and always be aware of your surroundings. read more

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Cool water structure. Worth a stop. Sculptures are very detail and intricte. One of the sculptures you should see out of all of the ones in the city. read more

The fountain and the courtyard is surreal even with 1000 other people sharing the moment with you. When in Rome it's worth the visit. It's surrounded by equally beautiful buildings, several cafes, and street performers for your entertainment. It's a whole vibe. read more

My favorite Piazza in Rome! Lively Plaza surrounded by trattorias, shops and plenty of interesting architecture. The fountains are beautifully ornate and I greatly enjoyed the live music as I walked around. Great place for an evening stroll or a romantic dinner in Rome. I cannot wait to return to this beautiful Piazza, very enjoyable evening. read more

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Take me back! If you are spending a few days in the Eternal City then try your best to find a place to stay in or near Piazza Navona. Centrally located to all that defines Rome, Piazza Navona is walking distance to Vatican City, the Trevi fountain, the Forum, Colosseum and Pantheon. The Piazza itself is inviting and romantic all around with its alfresco dining options and the Four Rivers Fountain as the main focal point, anytime is a great time to visit this spot. read more

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This is a very busy area but plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from! For us, we wanted more "off the beaten path", but is very convenient from the metro stop! I recommend going early to get better pictures without tons of people in them. read more

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Whereas the Trevi Fountain is inundated with tourists, Piazza Navona is relatively less crowded but still has impressive fountains. In the center of the plaza is the Fountain of the Four Rivers by Bernini. On opposite ends are the Fontana del Moro with the four Tritons and the Fountain of Neptune. There are still plenty of street vendors here, but it's a nice respite from the more popular spots in Rome. During Christmas time, this is also the site of a Christmas market. read more

Too many piazzas that Rome and Italy, in general, is known for! I lost sight of what this one is specially notable for. Every piazza is pleasant to be admired and to lounge over chats and possibly pizza or a cone of gelato - this one of many piazzas to do so! Take some snaps and perusing through! read more

This is arguably the most famous Piazza in Rome. It was definitely on my list of places to check out before we flew out here. The largest piazza we visited during the trip, Piazza Navona has 3 striking and beautiful fountains, most notably the Fountain of the Four Rivers. Fountain of the Four Rivers is the largest fountain located in the center of the Piazza, near the Egyptian obelisk. And it is spectacular! There are also two other fountains. At the southern end is the Fontana del Moro and at the northern end is the Fountain of Neptune. Both are stunning Baroque style fountains that are a treat to behold! Also facing the Piazza is the Palazzo Pamphilj, which was built in 1640's! I would avoid eating here, as all the places we scoped out were quite pricey. We didn't eat at any of them, it just seems to be you are going to pay a premium for that view. We just walked a block over and had a fine lunch for roughly half the price! This was a great place to check out during our time in Rome and is certainly worth a look see! 4 stars. read more

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If you take Rick Steves' audioguide through the "Heart of Rome", the Piazza Navona is one of the stops on his tour. When you visit Rome there's lots of piazzas but this is one of the more prominent ones. The piazza was first constructed in 80 CE, around the same time that the Colosseum. It was once used to host chariot races but its current form took shape in the 17th century. Three fountains now dot the piazza - a Moor wrestling with a dolphin, the Fountain of Neptune and in the center the Fountain of Four Rivers (Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi) sculpted by Bernini. Topped by an obelisk the fountain contains sculptures of the four major rivers in the world as they were known in the 17th century. The rivers personified are the Danube in Europe, the Nile in Africa, the Ganges in Asia (Yangtze is actually the longest river) and the Plata in the Americas (Amazon is the longest river). Around the piazza there's vendors of questionable status selling their wares. There's also cafes and restaurants just outside the piazza but considering their location they may be overpriced. Even if you don't purchase anything I would still hang around here for 10-15 minutes to people-watch and soak up the beauty of just being in Rome in between your sightseeing. read more

A little square where you can sit and hang out. Lots of shops around, and you can people watch. There some interesting statues here. A man was playing a piano in the middle of the place during the time we were there. read more

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We came to this Piazza as various guides mentioned that the Christmas Markets here were the best in Roma. I think the markets were indeed pretty decent, but what made this a spectacular Piazza was the lovely fountains designed by the sculptor Bernini and also the Sant'Agnese in Agone church! All around the Piazza, stand perfect examples of Baroque architecture, and so absolutely recommend coming and checking out this squre. Also, if you find yourself thinking this square looks familiar its because its been featured in Ron Howard's film adaptation of Angels & Demons as the Altar of Science for Water. Apart from the church and buildings, there are 3 fountains located in this Piazza and the middle one is my fave as it's called the"Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi" aka the 4 Rivers fountain, and one the rivers being represented is the Ganges! (the other 3 are the Nile, the Danube, and the Rio de la Plata). This is also sculpted by Bernini, BTW and then you have a fake Roman obelisk in the middle. The other two fountains are located towards the end of the square - one of them is called Fontana del Moro and the other which I found to be more beautiful is called Fontana del Nettuno (Fountain of Neptune) Indeed a most beautiful square and absolutely well worth a visit! Yelp 290/ 2018 read more

Piazza Navona - 4 rivers fountain - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Rome, RM

Piazza Navona is situated somewhere between two crucial bookmarks on my Yelp app - Frigidarium with its delightful gelati and Sant'Eustachio Il Caffè with its delicious cappuccino. It has another reference to Dan Brown's Angels and Demons book where the fourth Altar of Science representing "Water" can be found. It is one of my favorite piazzas in Italy because we got the chance to enjoy it in its full elegance without any restrictive fences in plain sight. The piazza stretches northward from Via di Pasquino with several businesses flanking both sides. The beautiful church of Sant'Agnese in Agone is located on the west side while the impressive Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Fountain of the Four Rivers) takes center stage. The four rivers being symbolized are the Ganges, Nile, Danube, and Rio de la Plata. Each statue depicting them is a river god. Legend has it that the fountain was designed by the great Italian architect / sculptor Gian Lorenzo Bernini to mock his rival, Francesco Borromini, who was commissioned to do the church. The Rio de la Plata statue had his arm raised to portray the collapse of the church. What made this myth very fascinating was the fact that the fountain was completed several years before the church was erected! Just like the other squares, an Egyptian obelisk was present on the scene. It was stacked in the middle of the fountain surrounded by the four river-god statues. Surely, every angle around the fountain was a photo spot. The northern end of the piazza was adorned by the Fontana del Nettuno (Fountain of Neptune). To complete the troika, the Fontana del Moro (Moor Fountain) highlighted the southern side. And of course, let's not forget Rome's world-renowned cobblestones - surely adored by tourists and highly loathed by locals. What's easy on the eyes could be hard on the feet and wheels. This was a very lively piazza with plenty of street performers, artists, vendors, and people-watchers. I thought it would be nearly impossible to find an empty area around the Fountain of the Four Rivers because of its popularity but patience always prevails. Food and shops are within the vicinity and another landmark, the Pantheon, is roughly a ten-minute walk. If we ever make it back to Rome, this will clearly be a hot destination. I need to make sure I get some night photos here, too... read more

Piazza Navona - The Fontana del Nettuno, Sant'Agnese in Agone, and the beautiful cobblestones... - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Rome, RM

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Built on the site of the Stadium of Domitian in 1st century AD. The ancient Romans came here to watch the agones ("games"), and it was known as "Circus Agonalis" ("competition arena"). It is believed that over time the name changed to in avone to navone and eventually to navona. When the city market was transferred there from the Campidoglio, Piazza Navona was transformed into a highly significant example of Baroque Roman architecture and art during the pontificate of Innocent X, who reigned from 1644 until 1655. It features important sculptural and architectural creations: in the center stands the famous Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, topped by the Obelisk of Domitian, brought in pieces from the Circus of Maxentius; the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone by Francesco Borromini, Girolamo Rainaldi, Carlo Rainaldi and others. The piazza has hosted theatrical events and other ephemeral activities. From 1652 until 1866, when the festival was suppressed, it was flooded on every Saturday and Sunday in August in elaborate celebrations of the Pamphilj family. The pavement level was raised in the 19th century, and in 1869 the market was moved to the nearby Campo de' Fiori. A Christmas market is held in the piazza. read more

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Meh. This is the most popular piazza in from, so expect it to be full of tourists and people trying to screw over tourists. Think Hollywood, but more aggressive. There are a few beautiful fountains, church, and overpriced touristy restaurants. Oh, and a few souvenir shops and plenty of people watching. There are a few peddlers, and two got into an argument over territory. It's was pretty bizarre. You will probably find yourself here one way or another, but if you don't, you're really not missing anything. read more

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Piazza Navona is full of tourists during the holiday season. The square is converted into a seasonal fair around this time. Think holiday treats, ornaments, knick-knacks, paintings, street performers and gypsies. Beware of pick-pockets! The theme is the Feast of Epiphany and features the Epiphany witch which is a version of Father Christmas in Italy. Piazza Navona has long been a meeting place for all Romans. There are open-air cafes, restaurants, a museum, and a church that flank this square. The piazza is home to Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers (1647-1651). Bernini's rival Barromini was originally given the commission but it was passed on to Bernini by Pope Innocent X. The Church of Sant'Agnese in Agone (1670) has a front facade that was designed by Barromini. The piazza displays the best of Baroque art in all of Rome. Our Contiki group met here before moving on to other destinations within the city. Since it is located in Central Rome, it's easy to find on a map and via roads. The Fountain of the Four Rivers is quite beautiful and the there's an obelisk that is located nearby. It's amazing to see something that has survived several hundred years and probably will continue to survive after we are long gone. Simply amazing and worth the visit. read more

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Piazza Navona is my favorite pedestrian square in Rome. It's filled with beautiful fountains, palaces, painters and street vendors, open-air- cafes and the church of Sant 'Agnese in Agone. Here's is a short YouTube video that kind of captures what the square is like: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5BWiODK9Vs The central and largest of the three fountains is the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Fountain of the Four Rivers) and was designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini for Pope Innocent X. The fountain was unveiled on June 12, 1651. There is a smaller fountain called the Fontana del Nettuno (Fountain of Neptune) which is located at the north end of the plaza. The third fountain, La Fontana del Moro (the Moor Fountain), is located at the southern end of the piazza. See my photos for all three of them. Sant' Agnese in Agone is the beautiful white Baroque church next to the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi. Bernini, who designed the Fontana also helped in the building of this church. I rated the Piazza Navona 5 stars because I was there early on a Sunday morning and there weren't too many people. Had I gone later in the day when it was crowded I would most likely have taken a star off. Also, I rated this one star higher than the Trevi Fountain because at least you have room to walk around, stretch your legs and grab something to eat at a cafe. The Piazza Navona was featured in the film "Angels & Demons". Thank you Tess M. for reminding me about that. read more

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I can totally stay all day here! Beautiful piazza~ Gorgeous architecture, fountains, statue, restaurants, street artists, etc. It is so relaxing sitting outdoor, drinking a glass wine, order some appetizers and just people watching. People here are so relaxing, the restaurant won't rush you. This is definitely a very popular tourist attraction spot. There are always great energy either day or night. Don't forget to bring your camera with you, perfect photo opportunity! read more

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The stunning Piazza Navona is the best place is the visit when in Rome. The plaza is lined with trattorias, restaurants, bars, and the magnificent Renaissance Palazzo Braschi, which is the home of the Museo di Roma. Taking center stage is Bernini's Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi. The beautifully carved figures represent the world's four great rivers. Pick one of the many cafes or bars and enjoy an early evening l'aperitivo. The classic Roman aperitivo is a spritz, made with white wine or Prosecco, Campari or Aperol, and soda water. Often light nibbles are included in the price of the drink. HOT TIP: Visit the square during the day, then revisit at night. Walking across Piazza Navona at night is so peaceful. One cannot help the sensation of humbleness. This is a large, quiet space in an otherwise busy and hectic city. It's also great that there are no cars, and it is pedestrian-only! Piazza Navona comes to life once the sun goes down, with street performers showcasing their talents as well as artists displaying their pieces. Plus, the lights on the fountains are just magical! The sculptures around the area are stunning and worth seeing. Around the area, there are so many eateries, chose from ice cream, pasta, bars, 5-star restaurants, and many more. There are no longer any street entertainers or artists, but there is still much excitement with many tourists around the areas. Truly a place to visit when in Rome. You must visit this place at least once. read more

The thing I loved the most about Rome was that on every street there was something to see. A sculpture, an old building, a grand plaza, a gelato shop....you know, impressive sites. As we walked up to Piazza Navona we entered through one of the various side streets that run into the piazza. As we turned the corner and it opened up to the grand open space with cafes, fountains and some really impressive sculptures. Sure, there were a ton of tourist groups snapping photos with mouths wide open, but we were right in the mix, living the tourist life with them. After spending a good 5 minutes photographing the beard and toes of some of the sculptures on 10x zoom (the details are SO impressive) we basically walked the entire loop of the Piazza and headed on to the next one. You won't need more than 15 minutes here, but it will leave a lasting impression. In the center is the main fountain (Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi) which you will recognize! There are two other, smaller fountains as well, worth a peek. read more

Piazza Navona - The detail is unreal! Yes, that's a zoomed shot of the foot/toes. - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Rome, RM

Piazza Navona was an extremely pleasant surprise, and a nice "palette cleanser" between the "big boy attractions" in the immediate area. (Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, etc.) Working off of a walking map I had, I more or less stumbled upon Piazza Navona, while traipsing about, what I called, the "downtown area" of Rome. I had heard about Piazza Navona, but it wasn't on our list of "must see's," although I would suggest you put it on yours. First, if you like statues and fountains, Trevi Fountain is king, but that's just ONE statue. Piazza Navona has THREE of them shits, and literally 1/20th of the crowd. In a rare occurrence for this area, you won't even know what to do with all the space available to you! Piazza Navona is just a city block of rectangular open space, with three beautiful fountains spread out in the middle. While there, we were able to kind of "reset" and take a second to figure things out and plan our next move, while not worrying about being in anyones way or having to be hyper vigilant about crowds or pickpockets. And THEN, like when the Grinch realized the true meaning of Christmas, you start to realize that you're in a REALLY dope area! The statues/fountains are amazing, and I even started to look up Piazza Navona facts while I was there. (Did you know they used to flood the plaza and let people swim in the square?! How is that even POSSIBLE?!) There are even shops and restaurants outlining the plaza if you want to eat or buy a souvenir. Although, the only less than pleasant aspect of Piazza Navona WAS when we went to buy a towel at the touristy store, because THREE, (and I mean ALL THREE of them!) workers followed within literal INCHES of me, every single step I took in the store. I guess they were worried about me stealing, but it was insane how closely they were playing me. The Misses and I made a game of it and kept splitting up, and walking fast to other parts of the store just to mess with them. We laughed it off, but it WAS annoying. We wound up paying WAY too much for a "Rome" towel, but only because it was approximately one BILLION degrees, and we wanted something that we could dip in the fountain and keep wet to keep us cool. While you shouldn't go to Rome FOR Piazza Navona, I think you'd be a fool if you were in the area and didn't stop by. Seriously, it was WAY better than the Vatican. Ugh, that place. read more

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Among the many beautiful piazzas in Rome, this is an especially beautiful one with great fountains, sculptures, buildings, and restaurants/cafes to get a drink or snack. It feels so good to be here! read more

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This is a good spot to rest your feet and have a gelato, take in the fountains and obelisks and do some serious people-watching but that's about it. I would not recommend doing some serious shopping nor eating at the restaurants because the prices are going to be jacked up 3, even 4 times higher than even a few streets away. It's still worth it to visit and Rome's piazzas all have their own character so it's a good way to get a sense of the local flavor of certain neighborhoods. Usually musicians are busking or even performance artists are giving little shows. Also if you explore the neighborhood west of this plaza, you'll be rewarded in finding truly local and interesting shops and boutiques which haven't been mentioned in guide books or blogs yet. read more

Both times I went to Rome, I have stayed close to my favorite place in the world. Piazza Novanna is close to food, shopping, and fun things to see. There are street merchants and fountains. I don't recommend eating within the Piazza because most of those places our tourist traps. Walk a couple of blocks outside to find the best food. You definitely don't want to miss this piazza. The entertainment value alone is worth it, and it's very beautiful. read more

One of the best plazas in the city. 2 nice fountains on the ends, one spectacular monument of a fountain in the center. The detail and expressions on the faces, the level of meticulous work on the hands and animals is superior to most. Be sure to look up on wikipedia or other sites as to the special history of all three fountains and this origins, which come in different periods. The amount of symbolism in the center fountain is fascinating, as it describes what was a nation in the midst of colonialism and power. The church off of the square is also a must-see. What remains of the mosaics and frescos only opens the imagination to the level of artistic power this region held. This is one of the few fountains you can actually drink from. Look it up to make sure you are drinking from the right one! read more

Piazza Navona - Rainy day smiles - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Rome, RM

This is a great Plaza that my son, nephew and I stumbled upon when heading to The Pantheon. Beautiful fountain and tons of vendors, and restaurants near by. We were there in the heat of summer, and after walking around for most of the morning, the boys and I were quite warm when we arrived, and before I knew it the boys had dunked their heads into the fountain ( I don't recommend this since it's mostly frowned upon by security ), and when they came up, they seemed refreshed. I did put my hand in and DAMN that waters COLD !!! No wonder why they looked as if they couldn't catch their breath. Excellent place to enjoy lunch and an Italian ice. Ciao read more

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Lovely area in the middle of Rome. This grand central plaza is a wide space that's filled with livelihood. There is typically some music playing, courtesy of a street performer with a guitar or some sort of instrument. You'll also find street performers that are meant to catch your eye (and hopefully a few euros in change) and some vendors that's selling art or some obviously-fake handbags. What I like most about this area is the amount of wandering around you can do in addition to the sightseeing and picturesque scenery thanks to the architecture and fountains. Don't forget about the tall obelisk right at the heart of this plaza! With many cafes and restaurants to pick from in this area, you're bound to find some good eats (which we did) with some luck, and maybe some Yelp research beforehand ;) Enjoy! read more

Piazza Navona - So pretty! :) - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Rome, RM

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Recommended by the locals. Lots of stores and restaurants around, you can sit, rest and people watch. Also lots of architecture to look and and great statues. Definitely a must when visiting Rome, whether in a tour or going by yourself. Highly recommend taking a stroll read more

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This place is nice but it gets really really packed and I overrun with tourist. I was a tourist myself, but I don't like to be trapped in a tourist bubble walking around blocking others and just taking pictures. There are lots of shops and good restaurants nearby, so you shouldn't have any trouble finding somewhere decent to eat. read more

Piazza Navona - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Rome, RM

This fountain del nettuno located in the central of the plaza is beautiful at night! The piazza looks beautiful against the streetlight glow. The downside are the number of people that fill the street, even on a Monday night! There are also really annoying guys trying to sell you light-up gadgets and toys that children later fly around all over the plaza. Its very active, even at night. read more

What a hidden gem! We accidentally stumbled onto this beautiful area. The fountains were so detailed, and it wasn't nearly as populated as Trevi fountain so we were able to take our time to admire all that this area had to offer. It's definitely worth the walk through, especially on a nice day. We ended up spending about an hour here on our way elsewhere. read more

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Go here because it is a must-see. It is a beautiful square, and a nice place to pause during a day of intense walking and sight-seeing. There are however, many other piazza's to enjoy. Because the square is large, the hoards of tourist didn't bother us too much. There were some fun street art going on (watch your pockets). We didn't eat in this area or buy anything, as we knew it would come with all the tourist prices and fixings that we weren't interested in. One of the things that really diminishes your experience in this square, is the roving touts that will constantly come up to you trying to sell you their wares, and not taking no for an answer. Just be kind but firm with your "No." Any slight hesitation on your part will give them hope, and they won't stop pitching until you buy something just to send them away. There are beautiful fountains, a church, and some restaurants that fill this piazza. It also blocks out the hustle and bustle and street noises that you'll find just one street over, which sets a nice tranquility. read more

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Piazza Navona was built on the site of the Stadium of Domitian in the 1st century where the ancient Romans watched games in a stadium area. The square is beautiful with Fountain of the Four Rivers which stands in the center was built in 1651. Also located in Piazza Navona is the gorgeous Fountain of Neptune which was built in 1574. The third fountain in Piazza Navona is the Moor Fountain built on the southern end of the square. Piazza Navona is lively in the evenings with restaurants, bars, and clubs nearby. There is s Christmas Market in December. read more

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This is a very popular piazza so expect the crowds. And yes, the peddlers selling the selfie sticks. There were possibly more peddlers than visitors to the piazza. This is, basically, the reason I plan on never visiting Rome again-they are aggressive and it takes so much from what should be a beautiful and historic trip. The fountain here is a hallmark of this piazza and is beautiful. Again it'd be more lovely if I were not being harassed every 5 feet to buy a selfie stick I clearly do not want. I understand people are trying to make a living, but out of all the cities I have visited in this single trip alone, Rome has been my least favorite and it is because the ambiance is just ruined by aggressive peddlers to the point where it's more than a minor inconvenience. read more

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Among dozens and dozens of squares in Rome, the Piazza Navona is perhaps the most charming and certainly a personal favorite for me and my wife. The centerpiece is the Fountain of Four Rivers completed in 1651 by Bernini, probably the most beautiful fountain in the city, outside of the Trevi of course. The detail, especially in the billowing palm tree, is extraordinary! On the hour, the bells of the Sant'Agnese church will serenade your stroll through the plaza, a romantic destination. Forno a Legna, the only wood-fired pizzeria on the square, serves up a mighty fine Diavola pizza with ample cheese, spicy salami, and a very good sauce! The only drawback at the Piazza Navona, as with any square in Rome, is that vendors may try to sell you flowers and trinkets. Just ignore them as a minor inconvenience. read more

A beautiful spot to post up with a slice of pizza and people watch! There are a few benches on the perimeter of the piazza but it was a bit busy, so we just parked it on the curb to eat our lunchtime slices, then wandered over to the fountains and they are really stunning. Definitely worth stopping by. read more

Piazza Navona - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Rome, RM

Yey!! Come walk it: see it: photograph it! Come hang at night. Bring your teen friends or 20 something peeps. Try drinking here by the water! Just don't eat!!! Like many amazing landmarks in Rome: this ones also a tourist attraction. We just walk here just because. I also enjoy eavesdropping on local Italians merchants and servers as we walk by! ( yes: that's why I'll never buy: eat your food) And my Italian family will beat you up if you try to come up to us to sell anything!!! Teehe! But overall though: they have hidden underground museums, secret operas, the beautiful cathedral and a gaggle of people/ things/merchants: gelaterias . You don't come here during the day time. You walk by here. But night: grab some wine, friends and just come hang out! It is a beautiful piazza. No need to fuss! read more

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One of the many beautiful Piazza's in Rome. Navona is known for the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi. The details on the obelisk statues are so amazing. There are also two other fountains but this one is the man attraction. The Palazzo here is also a stunner. There are shops and food spots that surround the area as well. read more

Piazza Navona - That obelisk! - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Rome, RM

We accidentally stumbled upon this Piazza on our way to another destination and was surprised by the beautiful fountain in the center. Very quaint area of the town with lots of charm despite being overrun with tourists. Near the main fountain is a beautiful church (Sant'Agnese) and with local musicians playing music, it's a lovely stop to take in the beauty of Rome. And well, to people watch. Or to selfie stick (of which there were many). read more

God it's beautiful here. Spent ten days in Rome recently and came here at LEAST three or four times. The first time was at night because of the Christmas Market at night. I had read that it's a lot diminished this year compared to other years - seems the reviews were right. It was fairly small but beautiful made up for Christmas. During the day, it's equally breathtaking. There are two beautiful and historic fountains with a large obelisk in the center. So many pictures. So many. There are a bunch of restaurants flanking the Piazza; I can't recommend these as they're super touristy and have greeters outside trying to get folks to come in. That's not how good restaurants work. Walk a few blocks in any direction and try your luck with food there instead. read more