Piazza Navona
Piazza Navona
4.5
Points of Interest & LandmarksHistoric Walking Areas
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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The most outstanding square of the Baroque period in Rome features Bernini's Fountain of Rivers at its center as it faces Borromini's church, Sant' Agnese in Agone.
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  • Shasha
    Chino Valley, Arizona395 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Three Fountains and More
    In addition to the surround of beautiful buildings and numerous cafés, terraces, street performers and portrait artists, the piazza has three fountains. The Fountain of Four Rivers with the obelisk, and two smaller fountains. . The granite Obelisk Agonale from Aswan Egypt, sits in the middle of Piazza Navona atop the Fountain of Four Rivers (Nile, Danube, Ganges, Rio de la Plata) constructed by Bernini in 1651. A dove perches on its top, a symbol of the Pamphili family who had it erected. Also there are the Fountain del Nettuno and Fontana del Moro.
    Visited January 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 25, 2023
  • Sean W
    London, United Kingdom196 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great oval square full of fountains
    Amazing square formally the location of a Roman athletics stadium and it still regains the oval shape pf the running track. Great fountains in the middle and both ends and worth a visit. Restaurants can be quite pricey! We paid 100 euros for lunch, you are paying for the view and location
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 26, 2023
  • travelbob1
    New Windsor, New York1,136 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Don't Miss It.
    Wonderful place to find some food. Also look down the side streets for some other dining options, you can get some similar meals for a euro or two less. The Piazza is also wonderful for strolling past the many buildings; their architecture and design. There are places to sit and people watch, study the fountains and take in the Roman experience.
    Visited March 2023
    Written April 1, 2023
  • Terry M
    Hamilton, Canada4,647 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    AS GOOD A PIAZZA AS ROME HAS
    This square has a bit of everything. Its three fountains are all photo worthy. Chiesa Sant'Agnese in Agone fronts its western side. Yet another obelisk holds sway. There are a raft of restaurants for your dining pleasure. It is as good a piazza as any in Rome to loiter, people watching with a gelato.
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written April 3, 2023
  • Karen F
    Carlisle, Pennsylvania86 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A classic and must see in Rome.
    Classic! Listen to opera singers in the piazza. Beautiful architecture, great people-watching, vibrant and energetic - a must see if one goes to Rome. Walk around the Pantheon and find the stores that sell clerical garb and find lovely gifts for priests and religious.
    Visited November 2022
    Traveled solo
    Written April 28, 2023
  • Bill C
    Vancouver, Canada4,282 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Impressive Plaza
    This plaza has 3 beautiful fountains with sculptures by Bernini. There are quite a number of restaurants surrounding the plaza. The plaza is within walking distance of the Pantheon, the Jewish Ghetto, and Campo de’ Fiori. From what I have read, this plaza has also been featured in several films such as Dan Brown’s “Angels & Demons”, “National Lampoon’s European Vacation”, and “The Talented Mr. Ripley”.
    Visited March 2023
    Written May 5, 2023
  • honeggm
    Maur, Switzerland304 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very impressive Square with beautiful fountain!
    Huge square in the middle of the old town of Rome. In the middle the fountain of 4 rivers, which is beautifully representing the 4 known continents at the time. Clearly a must see and within walking distance of the other beautiful things to see in Rome.
    Visited May 2023
    Written May 15, 2023
  • Family5GetAway
    St. John's, Canada295 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely piazza with a lot to see and do
    Our hotel was near the Piazza Navona so we found ourselves in the area every day/evening. It is pretty centrally located so within walking distance of a lot of the tourist hot spots and definitely worth a visit. It is a very large piazza and contains three beautiful fountains, an obelisk, a lovely old church, a lot of restaurants and some stores. The area is always full of people, but I never felt crowded.
    Visited May 2023
    Written May 28, 2023
  • AK8397
    Ontario, Canada885 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Fountains are Amazing
    This famous piazza has so much to offer -- impressive architecture, ornate fountains, a selection of cafes and restaurants, talented buskers and people to watch. Probably the best time to go would be late afternoon when the temperature has cooled and the crowds have thinned. There's not a lot of shade on a hot day and few benches to rest upon. So maybe grab a table under an umbrella and have a cool drink or early dinner.
    Visited May 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written June 6, 2023
  • WanderingOttersons
    Denver, Colorado1,380 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Marvelous square with great fountains
    As you wander through the city to see all the primary sites, you will most likely end up here along your way. If you are looking for some overpriced tourist food, then you’ve arrived. If you want a better meal at a better price? Move along. Some good places to grab a table and a drink and people watch if you like. Just passing through? Definitely take a few moments to stop and wonder at the two fountains in the square. Masterpieces of sculpture, they are both fantastic in their own way. Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi is the large one near the center and quite an amazing spectacle wo walk around and see.
    Visited May 2023
    Written June 12, 2023
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Rajeev
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2019
For me, now that I'm back home and can reflect back on my visit to Rome in the late summer of 2019, I wish I had stayed longer and seen more places in Rome. Let me begin this by saying, if you are born on this planet you have to visit Rome at least once before you die. It offers something totally different than other European big cities, like Paris and Amsterdam, like its pebbled roads, the sun kissed buildings and the famous Piazzas, delicious Mediterranean food, Italian music and the beautiful and hospitable people of Italy. I have found Rome to be much more laid back than Paris or Amsterdam, but I enjoyed it a ton. As I had visited in late August and early September, the weather was less hot and there was slight drizzles during the afternoons. I stayed in a hotel near Piazza Navona which was super cheap-My advice is to anyone to find accommodations near Central Rome, because it's easier and much more convenient to visit all the touristy places and public transportation is easily accessible, also it's cheap too if you know to look for the right places and search for in advance. I always visited Piazza Navona everyday during my stay and the place was bustling with tourists taking their memorable pictures with the fountains in the background, and there were many dinner places in the square. I didn't eat at any of them because of the high costs but I did get Gelato =D. I hope everyone visits Rome at least once, i cannot describe the beauty of Rome. You have to see it to enjoy it and once you are back home, you will miss it. I cannot wait to visit the eternal city again and see more of Rome next time.
Written March 30, 2020
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Aurora S
Ipswich, UK129 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
The endless skill and artistry within the Cities Fountains and Squares is mind blowing and beholding.... truly wonderful... Piazza is quite spectacular to say the least... I recommend to see in day time but do make the effort to go back to them all in the evenings for a completely different viewing and feeling .
Written March 9, 2020
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KJBMTB
Woodley, UK798 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
My wife and I were visiting Rome for the Valentines weekend. We did a lot of walking and were recommended to pay a visit here. As you emerge from the uninspiring side streets into this piazza the magnificence literally unfolds in front of you.

Quite a large area it has an interesting and large monument / fountain in the middle with two smaller fountains at either end providing a great visual experience. On one side is a very large church and restaurants hug all sides of the Piazza.

We liked it so much we visited three times over the weekend. We strongly recommend a visit if you are in Rome.
Written February 26, 2020
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LEM
Thorp, WI16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019 • Friends
Recently visited Italy and enjoyed the piazzas so much. There were lovely outdoor cafes, beautiful fountains and even an extemporaneous amazing male singer singing "Time To Say Goodbye" in the courtyard. Just another beautiful place to sample the awesome place that Italy is.
Written January 9, 2020
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jacquelynmacdonald
8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
We stayed at the Lifestyle Suites located in Piazza Navona for 7 days to celebrate my birthday. Centrally located between Vatican City and the Colosseum, we were able to simply take a short walk to each of these locations. It has wonderful restaurants, a beautiful view, St. Agnes church for mass... just a wonderful place overall. Highly recommended.
Written January 21, 2020
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Jassumms
Isle of Wight, UK354 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
We loved this piazza, we spent some time in this square at one of the restaurants enjoying a beer and people watching and watching the world go by in the sunshine. Beautiful buildings and fountains (including one with Egyptian hieroglyphs) There were people playing guitars and music and it had a lovely vibe. Definitely recommend adding it to your sightseeing of Rome.
Written February 14, 2020
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom9,563 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019
Piazza Navona is perhaps my favourite piazza in Rome. It’s always lively and fun – it has bars, restaurants, 3 marble fountains, a Baroque church, all in the one piazza.

The main things to see are:
i) The Fountain of 4 Rivers, the biggest Bernini fountain in the centre, with 4 muscular gods and a towering Egyptian obelisk.
ii) The Moor’s Fountain, a pretty rosy pink marble fountain. What amused us the most was that the large, central figure wrestling a dolphin. He looks ready to fling the unlucky dolphin through the air with great force at any minute. This is an excellent spot for a photo, looking right down Piazza Navona, capturing the curve of the surrounding buildings and the obelisk in the background.
iii) Neptune’s Fountain is a smaller but dramatic fountain. Neptune, has a spear raised theatrically above his head, about to strike down the octopus that is trying to suck him under the water.
iv) Church of St Agnes is in the middle and is a highly ornate Baroque church with a crypt. We saw a wonderful opera concert here (see separate review on Opera Emotion). Just be aware that the church closed on Mondays and for a chunk of time in the middle of the other days.
v) The first thing you will probably notice is the piazza’s unusual shape - a very long oval which is quite unlike other piazzas. This is because it was originally an athletics stadium built by the Emperor Domitianus in the 1st century. Once you find this out, you can recognise the shape immediately. It held 30,000 spectators and when fire damaged the Colosseum, they held gladiator shows here too.

Although there are a lot of places to eat and drink around the piazza, there are also a lot of little streets that run off it. Although we love to stroll through the piazza, we prefer to explore the backstreets for restaurants instead.
Written July 30, 2020
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John S
Columbia, SC56 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2019
Piazza Navona was one of our stops during a golf cart tour of Rome with Serena, thanks to Eyes of Rome. We were amazed at the combination of statuary and architecture as well as a solo artist bringing beautiful music to a lovely day. This piazza is not as crowded as areas like the Spanish Steps and other attractions, perhaps the size of it gives ytou the impression that the crowds are smaller here.
Written May 9, 2020
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Kellyjaneheaton
Keynsham, UK39 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Big town square. Massive fountain. Looks pretty but full of people selling dodgy good and tacky toys. Pay double the money for a drink on the square and watch all the tourists take selfies with a big fountain.
Written January 12, 2020
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DavdenL
Metairie, LA138 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
I was disappointed with the piazza this time, All the artist and street entertainers are gone!, You cant eat an ice cream or food around area, And stores and restaurants are much more expensive , than any area. Go one street over. But if you must have one meal there. Just for the sake of a picture ,I had A glass of wine and bussetta, (bread with tomatoes) bill was 14 euros. I left 15.
Written January 31, 2020
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