The Spanish Steps are absolutely breathtaking!! The Spanish Steps connect the Piazza di Spagna below with the stunning Trinità dei Monti church above. The Trinità dei Monti is worth a visit when you're here, it's full of history, artwork and phenomenal statues. The area around the Spanish Steps are chock full of fabulous restaurants and high end shops. The views from the top after climbing the 135 steps are glorious. You can see the Spanish embassy in the square below from the terraces above. We ate at a local Trattoria that did not disappoint. It has became a cultural hub for artists, writers and royalty. A luxury shopping landmark, and a quintessential symbol of Roman glamour, culture, and social life. I've been before and will come back. Such a sight to see and I LOVE Italy!! read more

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Another one off of my list of things to do in Rome. I got here between 7:30 and 8am. There was not too many people out thankfully. The monumental stairway of 135 steps is linked with the Trinità dei Monti church, under the patronage of the Bourbon kings of France, at the top of the steps and the Spanish Embassy to the Holy See in the Palazzo Monaldeschi at the bottom of the steps. The stairway was designed by the architects Francesco de Sanctis and Alessandro Specchi. read more

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We stayed near the Spanish Steps on our trip to Rome, and it was the first attraction we sought out after checking into our hotel. We didn't have to do this, as it turns out, as we ended up at or near the Spanish Steps a few more times during our week in town. It's kind of in the middle of things, almost hard to avoid if you're a tourist doing tourist things. That said, it was a great place to kick off a week of Roman sightseeing. Pleasantly busy but not overcrowded in the off-season (highly recommend Rome in November), lots of tourists, of course, but pretty manageable even with people stopping for pictures on many of the 135 steps. The steps connected the Piazza di Spagna to the Piazza Trinità dei Monti--a giant fountain at the bottom, a giant church on top, very Rome all around. They were constructed between 1723 and 1725, new by local standards, though older than, say, America. The obelisk in front of the church is also newer than the eight ancient Egyptian obelisks in Rome. It is merely ancient Roman, a copy of the obelisk in the Piazza del Popolo, made in the 3rd century under the emperor Aurelian. The climb was easy and enjoyable, with a fantastic view from the top. We could see the Piazza di Spagna and the long ribbon of Via de Condotti, bustling with pedestrians. A lovely introduction to Rome's particular brand of urban beauty. If you're visiting Rome, my guess is you'll wind up at the Spanish Steps at some point during your trip. Take the time to climb them and admire the spectacular view. read more

We want to explore as much as we can fit in and our legs can take. Google Maps had us re directing many times but we found it. Walking all the steps has you viewing a large portion of the city. read more

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When I was in town for the Rome Marathon, I came here to check out these steps. At the top was the Trinità dei Monti. While it's a must see landmark, I must say that it was a one and done kind of attraction. I took the obligatory photos and a selfie, but I don't think that I would ever need to come back for another visit. Having said that, be prepared for crowds. There will be a lot of tourists all throughout the day. read more

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My boyfriend and I walked over to the Spanish Steps from the Trevi Fountain. Located in the Piazza di Spagna, this is how the steps got its' name - the Spanish Steps. These 135 steps staircase connect the Spanish Square at the bottom with the Trinita dei Monti church at the top. It is a masterpiece of the Baroque design, emphasizing theatricality and grandeur. In layman's terms... she THICK! Since the 18th century, these steps have long been a gathering place for locals, tourists, artists, and writers. Lovers would even meet up here for their romantic rendezvous. Oh la la! Sadly in person some of the grandeur is taken away by the crowd. I even saw some folks sitting on the stairs, which is not allowed!! Please be respectful of the cultural landmarks. Unfortunately, a bit underwhelming but it's one of those things they recommend you check out when in Rome. For us it was one of those things where you see it and move on. Nothing to stay and linger onto. read more

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Composed of 12 ramps and 135 travertine steps, its Italian name is "Scalinata della Trinità dei Monti," but we know it in English by the Spanish Steps. It is only because the Spanish Embassy moved onto the square in the 17th century, creating a religious and tangible connection from Piazza di Spagna to the church and ultimately inheriting the name. The steps were commissioned by a French diplomat named Étienne Gueffier and constructed between 1723 and 1725 by Italian architects Francesco de Sanctis and Alessandro Specchi. It is considered the widest and longest staircase in Europe. New regulations set in 2019 made it illegal to sit on the steps. The fines for people that sit, lie down, or dirty the steps go up to 400 euros, with municipal police officers guarding the staircase to prevent anyone from violating the regulation. The Spanish Steps are definitely one of those classic Rome landmarks one has to see at least once. It was crowded with the energy around the area vibrant with artists when my partner, our friends, family member, and I went mid-September, but that's expected. An awesome view awaits at the top. The fountain at the bottom is truly unique, where one can get water from it ! Too many people take the magic away for their social media; they stand there taking too many photos in one spot. A must-see when in Rome, even if just for a short stop! read more

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These steps lead to Piazza di Spagna below. There are some nice views of the piazza here. The steps are a bit steeper and the steps are not as wide so be careful while descending. People are notorious for sitting on these steps, blocking walking traffic. read more

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Came at the end of November of 2025, and it was just stair and steps to a church. It wasn't a wow experience, just normal experience. I believe I had better experience at other places... Not worth coming to this place! read more

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I can appreciate the history behind these steps and folks LOVE to gather around them. However, the meaning behind these steps is a bit lost on me. Great place to gather. Great place to get your bearings. Pretty staircase, though the one in the apartment building at which I'm staying is indoors and marble. Church at the top. "Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti" and the Piazza di Spagna down below. I use this place as a reference point for the most part. read more

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Started in 1723 and finished in 1726, these marble steps remain a testament to the building style of the 18th century architects. It is a famous tourist attraction that is now, as of 2019, illegal to stop and sit on, although when we visited, many people were sitting, either resting or just enjoying the sunshine and beautiful day. The steps lead to the Trinità dei Monti church, which is very beautiful inside. The steps are so named because desending the stairs lead to the former site of the Spanish embassy. Well worth the climb, you will be rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view of this part of Rome. read more

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Even with walking all the steps we did that day, climbing all the stairs wasn't too bad. Another popular tourist spot, with shops and horse drawn carriage rides nearby. Great views and great angles for pictures 2025 #69 read more

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One of the must see sites of any trip to Rome. The Spanish steps are an easy train ride or walk from anywhere in Rome. At the bottom of the steps is a huge courtyard with a large variety of shops and eateries. There are street vendors and performers all over the square. One of my favorite snacks in Europe is roasted chestnuts, which are common snacks in the region. The view from the top is amazing and well worth the climb! read more

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Finally after our 5th trip to Rome, we came during the end of April, for when the Spanish Steps are full of beautiful flowers . First time able to view and take in the beauty with all the flowers. A must stop and visit to take in all the beauty when the flowers are all covered on the steps. The tradition of planting azaleas in Piazza di Spagna dates back to the 18th century when the Spanish Steps and the square were designed. Azaleas were chosen for the square because they are easy to grow, can withstand urban pollution, and provide a spectacular display of color. read more

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If you're in Rome and haven't yet experienced the Spanish Steps, do yourself a favor--go. But here's a TIP: visit after dark. While the daytime crowds are bustling, the evening offers a more serene and romantic ambiance. The steps are softly illuminated, casting a warm glow over the Baroque architecture, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a quiet moment of reflection. The area around the Spanish Steps is also a shopper's paradise. Via dei Condotti, the renowned shopping street, is lined with luxury boutiques and designer stores, including Prada, Dior, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton - indulging in some retail therapy, this is the place to be. read more

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I didn't have time to come here the first time I visited but this time I definitely did and it's grandiose for sure I sprinted up those steps like rocky Seriously I did lol I was beat but did it Even went into that church at the top which I will say it's got more going on outside than inside But despite it being illegal to site or loiter everyone does as you can see Located in the Spanish plaza across the Spanish embassy and in a location of tons of high end stores read more

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The whole area is way too crowded in the early evening hours. The most disappointing part, however, was realizing that this iconic place has no landscaping, flower pots, or enhancements to highlight the majesty of the steps aside from the famous Fontana della Barcaccia. Unfortunately, the experience didn't quite deliver the "wow" feeling I was expecting. read more

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We visited the Spanish Steps and really enjoyed exploring the area around. The area is full of tourists but there's still space to enjoy it. There's people sitting on steps and just enjoying the views and also people taking pictures. Going all the way to bottom is worth it to get the entire view. read more

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Such a beautiful Basilica! This one rivals some of the grand, ornate Basilicas we visited in Spain and Marseille. Getting in was simple and quick, they do have metal detectors and security to walk through before getting to the main entrance, but that was quick. Once inside, the ceilings were notably impressive. The colors and paintings were so detailed! Architecture was also extraordinary! Definitely highly recommended to visit! read more

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The Spanish Steps are, of course, one of the must-see iconic landmarks in Rome, but it's so crowded that it's not so easy to take pictures or simply look at them. If you go really early in the day, it is possible to see them without the crowds. It would be nice if people were respectful and didn't sit there to give others a chance to walk down or up the stairs without having to wait or walk around the crowds. Even with the crowds, I'm glad that we went to see the Spanish Steps at least once during our trip. This place has so much history all around. It's something you don't want to miss. read more

And here it is. That grand, fan-shaped staircase with its 135 travertine steps that was built in the 1720s to connect the Bourbon Spanish Embassy with the Trinita dei Monti church up top. A French funded architectural project that somehow ended up being called Spanish. I will never understand. Total tourist magnet, yes, but let's be clear, it's iconic and still worth the climb. read more

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As a tourist attraction, the steps are a must see and the views from the top or absolutely outstanding. People are no longer allowed to sit on the steps, which is good because the place is just too crowded. Beware of all the beggars and pick pockets! read more

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Although crowded (as expected) the entire area is beautiful. So much to see and try. The views from every angle are breathtaking. An experience of a lifetime. read more

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The Spanish Steps are a nice place to visit on a walking tour of Rome. Most notable to me is on the right side at the base, is the house where the English poet John Keats lived and died. It's now a museum dedicated to his life. We did not tour the Keats museum. He died of tuberculosis at the age of 25 - that's young! I studied his odes in college and love his famous quotes: "Beauty is truth, truth beauty that is all ye know on earth, and all ye need to know." Another good one is "Heard melodies are sweet, but those unheard are sweeter." The Spanish Steps are comprised of 138 steps, rising up a steep slope connecting the Piazza di Spagna at the base with the Piazza Trinità dei Monti and the Trinità dei Monti church at the top. The Spanish Steps were featured in 1950s film "Roman Holiday," starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. Audrey's and Gregory's characters shared an ice cream on the steps. The Spanish Steps were also featured in the film version of the "Talented Mr. Ripley" which starred Matt Damon. The Spanish Steps are a nice place to visit, you'll see street artists painting models, enjoy Azaleas when in season, and will have an assortment of folks to people watch. It's also a nice spot to plop down and enjoy some gelato! read more

There are 135 steps and three different terraces. At the top, there is the Trinità dei Monti church and at the bottom there is the Fontana della Barcaccia (fountain). We didn't walk on the steps but just viewed them from below. It was quite crowded with many people taking pictures. read more

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This is a very popular spot to visit when in Rome. You need to either go really early or really late to get a photo with limited amount of people in the background. I had to Google why this spot was so popular as I had no clue why so many people visit stairs lol. It turns out that this is the longest and widest staircase in Europe. They also connect the French Church of Santa Trinità dei Monti to the square below. It's easy to find as they are literally where a metro stop is located. The first time I visited, there was a marathon going on so it was extremely busy. One had to detour to a safe space to cross the marathon route to see it. It was quite an experience with all the marathon participants, tourists and locals. I wasn't able to cross so I had a €10 espresso across the street to appreciate the steps. Eventually they did let people cross the marathon path so I briefly checked it out with all those who waited to walk on the steps. Since I'm usually up early, on one of the last days we were in Rome, I decided to check it out again since the fountain was covered up for the marathon. It was practically empty so I took a moment to appreciate the landmark. That was a mistake lol. I should have snapped photos first then appreciate it because people just started coming after a few minutes of appreciating the moment. It was still significantly less busy than my first visit so it's ok. They do ask you not to sit on the steps but tons of people do it. I didn't want to be disrespectful so I didn't sit but the thought crossed my mind the morning I visited since it was empty. Guess I'm just an O=) hehe... read more

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For a hot extremely crowded day it was well worth the walk to experience even more of Rome's gorgeous sites. The architecture and the history are breath taking. read more

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Beautiful location, plenty of luxury shopping in the area. Certainly a good investment of time to make your way there. Large crowds to see this famous landmark. read more

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This historic landmark was another stop on our sightseeing bus itinerary. Since the Spanish Steps are an iconic landmark, it is a must-see attraction. We didn't do much here other than take in the views, take pictures, and walk around. Though it was a sight to see, we did not spend a lot of time here before moving on to the next attraction. Like many of the designated stops on the bus tour, we walked to other areas on foot because some hidden gems were not on the tour schedule. With that said, the Spanish Steps were one of those attractions worth seeing. read more

Walked about ten miles per day. Rome is absolutely beautiful and there are so many points of interests easily accessible on foot. The Spanish Steps had quite the crowd as it is also the area for luxury shopping. Designer brands we have learned to love without paying any taxes. We looked at the top of the stairs and assessed if we could make it. Being older sometimes we have to move a bit slower in navigating our way. We made it to the top and took a photo break to rest up a bit. Lol. read more

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Been to Rome some times. Finally made it to the Spanish Steps this time. Or in Italian: the Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti. The famous stairs connect the Pincio hill and the underlying Piazza di Spagna. They were built between 1723 and 1726. It's a famous spot, so it's a pretty busy place. But if you got some time on your hands, you will get some nice pics at some point. The stairs are indeed pretty and a nice sight. But for me the highlight is found on the top of the stairs, the Piazza della Trinità dei Monti. From up there you get amazing city views. Was there just around sunset and the golden light over the city made it a magical view. Be aware that sitting on the stairs is not liked for obvious reasons. Security will remind you. They are quite present here. It's surely a great thing to visit and definitely a must to climb the stairs to enjoy the views. It's not that hard and quite a short distance to cover. And definitely worth it. read more

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It's probably one of the most disappointing attractions visited in Rome, so many people hanging out on the ground level, which made it extremely hard to even see the stairs. I liked the view better once walking up through the middle of the stairs until the first platform. read more

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Having the chance to discover the Spanish Steps is one of the many reasons why people fall in love with Rome. The name Spanish Steps comes from the fact that the area once housed the Spanish embassy. Although this place is ideal for photos, I don't recommend sitting down as you don't want to possibly get ticketed but also don't be that person (or American I should say) who just sits smack dab in the middle of the steps. When you make it to the top of the stairs, you'll be at the grounds of a church which you can go in and view. If you plan to stay at the bottom of the steps you'll soon embark on some of the best luxury shopping in the city. During the Summer heat make sure to bring water and plan ahead as I've seen a few folks get lightheaded or nauseous after trying to go up and down the steps. read more

The Spanish Steps is right at the heart of Piazza di Spagna. Surrounded by a variety of shops (mostly high end ones at that); this spot can be quite crowded. Plenty of tourists and locals just come here to relax enjoy the day. The monumental stairway seems quite high though it is only 135 steps. At the top is the Trinità dei Monti church. As the hotel I was staying at was very near the Spanish Steps; I found myself passing by a few times. Pro tip- come to the Spanish Steps early in the morning and fully enjoy the beauty of these steps! One early morning around 7:30am; as I was on my way to get breakfast; I noticed there was practically no one here. It was the perfect time to take pictures. Fast forward to the afternoon and this place was packed. I did notice in the afternoon; the Italian police came and would not let folks linger and sit on the steps. I thought this was fair so that more folks could enjoy the beautiful steps. Spanish Steps is definitely worth a visit when in Rome! read more

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I love love this area! There are many local retails shops and high end brands, and many good restaurants. I found truffle shop near this area too. It is only 10 minutes walk to my hotel. It is near the mall. read more

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All visitors to Rome come here to admire the beauty of the cleaned Spanish Steps thanks to Bvglari, the famous jeweler down the street on the Via dei Condotti. The steps get their name from the Spanish Embassy to the Vatican even though the staircase was built with French funds in 1723. Francesco de Sanctis created the stairs to bring together the church of Trinita dei Monti at the top with the Via dei Condotti below. At the base, you will see the Keats-Shelley House, Babington's Tea Rooms, and the unique Fontana della Barcaccia (Fountain of the Boat) by Bernini. If you find the stairs daunting, you are in luck - there is an elevator next to the Metro entrance. This is where you come to see and be seen. Just remember, no eating or drinking is allowed in or around any monuments - there is a fine if you do. read more

The Spanish Steps of Rome are amongst the city's most well-known and famous attractions, they opened in 1725 after taking two years to build, the 135 steps start at the Piazza di Spagna, where you can also find a small Fountain and lead to the Trinità dei Monti church. The area always tends to be very busy, I decided to visit in the evening when the crowds had begun to die down. At the top of the steps, there are some benches where you can sit, and there are also some nice views of the square. There does always seem to be lots of people sitting on the steps, even though it isn't permitted - you could be fined €250 for sitting on the steps but fines could rise depending on the offence to up to €400. The stairs are constructed magnificently and it's certainly nice to spend some time walking and admiring the points along the way, although do be careful during bad weather, as the stairs seem slippy on a pleasant day, so they could certainly become dangerous in wet weather. One of the many attractions to visit while in Roma. 4* read more

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Worthy of a stroll to see, but like some landmarks across Rome perhaps somewhat underwhelming. There is so much across this vast ocean of history that first time visitors will no doubt be overwhelmed by the density of beauty, artifacts and constant tidal waves of information. read more

Two words ROMAN HOLIDAY....if you have ever seen that movie classic ..you know these famous steps from the movie. The place is very touristy and crowded ...luckily the police would not allow people to linger long on the steps so that way everyone gets a chance to step on this landmark. read more

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We stopped by here on our first afternoon in Rome. It was a sunny day and there were a lot of people milling around. They apparently no longer allow you to sit on the steps and linger, though you are free to climb them and stop to take photos. There are about 3 sections of stairs. From the plaza you ascend up to an intermediate landing. From there you make your way up to where the main broad steps end. At that point, there are curved sets of stairs on either side by which you can climb to the top / street level. There are good views from each stage, but the best views are unsurprisingly from the top level. You can see St. Peter's dome in the distance, beyond some other intermediate dome (possibly the church in Piazza Navona?). At the top level, there was an increased concentration of guys trying to sell things - trinkets or, in some cases, presenting flowers to you and then requesting money. You can avoid them, but just be aware. It is an easy stroll from both the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain, for reference. This is a worthwhile short stop in Rome, especially if the weather is nice. read more

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