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Dive deeper into ancient Roman history on your next visit! (credit<\/a>)<\/p><\/div>\n

When thinking of Rome’s ancient history, the Colosseum often the first thing that comes to mind. Perhaps you’ve already toured Italy’s most famous ancient arena or visited the Forum or stood and gazed up at the impressive dome of the Pantheon. While these ancient Roman sights are a must, especially for first-time visitors, the Eternal City is full of fascinating places to delve deeper into Rome’s rich past. Even better, many of them are far less crowded! Here are some incredible places to explore Rome’s ancient history beyond the Colosseum.<\/p>\n

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Explore the ruins of Emperor Nero’s Golden House.<\/p><\/div>\n

The Colle Oppio and Terme di Traiano Park<\/h3>\n

You can start your exploration right next to the Colosseum at the Colle Oppio and Terme di Traiano Park, a nicely maintained park where you’ll find the ruins of Trajan’s baths and Emperor Nero’s once lavish Golden House, called the Domus Aurea. Book a tour to the Domus Aurea<\/a> to marvel at the grandiose architecture of this once-glorious palace. Then stroll through the pretty Colle Oppio Park and see the ruins of Trajan’s Baths. It’s a peaceful spot to enjoy Rome’s storied past amidst beautiful greenery. Bonus: The park has one of the best views of the Colosseum too!<\/p>\n

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View looking over the Roman ruins at the Largo di Torre Argentina.<\/p><\/div>\n

Largo di Torre Argentina<\/h3>\n

Surrounded by modern day Rome, it’s often a surprise to come across the intriguing Largo di Torre Argentina, home to the ruins of four ancient Roman temples and the remnants of Pompey’s Theatre. This archaeological site is also famously known as the location where Julius Caesar was assassinated. Today, it doubles as a sanctuary for Rome’s stray cats<\/a>, adding a unique and charming twist to your historical exploration. Find out more about this lovely neighborhood and our Sonata vacation apartment rental nearby<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Stroll around the Teatro di Marcello.<\/p><\/div>\n

Teatro di Marcello<\/h3>\n

Sometimes mistaken for its more famous counterpart, the Colosseum, the Teatro di Marcello<\/a> was commissioned by Julius Caesar and completed by Augustus. This ancient theater stands as a testament to Rome’s architectural brilliance, and its impressive structure even served as an inspiration for the Colosseum. While you can only see the theater from the outside, is a beautiful spot to stop and enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of Roman engineering.<\/p>\n

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Marvel at the National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia.<\/p><\/div>\n

National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia<\/h3>\n

Not all ancient history in Rome is about the Romans! Delve into the pre-Roman history of Italy at the National Etruscan Museum<\/a> in the stunning Villa Giulia. This museum houses an extraordinary collection of Etruscan artifacts, from exquisite pottery to intricate jewelry, architectural elements and so much more. It provides a captivating look at the civilization that laid the foundations for Rome’s grandeur. Curious about the Etruscans? Learn more about the Etruscans in Italy here<\/a>. This museum is surprisingly large, so if you really enjoy history you’ll want to plan at least a few hours at the National Etruscan Museum.<\/p>\n