History

What Happens When the Pope Dies?

What exactly happens after the death or resignation of a Pope? And what can we expect to happen at ...

Tue 25 Feb 2025

Nero’s Golden House: The History of the Domus Aurea in Rome

Learn about the most controversial emperor in the history of Rome, and discover the fascinating ...

Mon 25 Feb 2019

Gladiators in the Roman Colosseum: An Introduction

From intense gladiator duels to the brutal rituals of the Colosseum, dive into the world of Rome’s ...

Fri 06 Sep 2019

What to See in the Vatican Museums: 10 Must-See Highlights

The Vatican Museums are a must-visit in Rome. But what are the unmissable highlights of the collecti ...

Thu 13 Feb 2025

A Guide to Carnival in Venice in 2025

Wed 12 Feb 2025

The Roman Forum SUPER Sites: What They are and How to Visit

Explore the special-access areas of the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill included on the special ...

Thu 21 Sep 2023

Rome Restored: 10 Renovated Sites You Need to See in 2025

The scaffolding around Rome is coming down, revealing the Eternal City in pristine shape for 2025...

Thu 16 Jan 2025

Top 7 Things to See in Piazza Navona

Piazza Navona is Rome's most beautiful square, a stunning ensemble of fountains, churches and more...

Fri 03 Jan 2025

Pasquino: An Audience With Rome’s Speaking Statue

Do you know the story of Rome’s speaking statues? Discover the fascinating story of Pasquino with ...

Fri 27 Dec 2024

Saturnalia: Merriment and Murder Plots in Ancient Rome

Learn all about the wildest festival in ancient Rome, a 7-day winter revel that has links with our ...

Fri 23 Dec 2022

The Best Mosaics in Rome: 14 Places Not to Miss

Rome is home to an array of incredible mosaics, from mysterious early-Christian declarations of ...

Thu 05 Dec 2024

The Santo Bambino of Aracoeli: A Christmas Tradition in Rome

It woudn't be Christmas in Rome without a visit to the Santo Bambino of Aracoeli, a mysterious mirac ...

Sat 30 Nov 2024