Architecture in Rome

Discover 36 places to experience unusual architecture in Rome.

Fontana dei Libri

Fontana dei Libri

A small but very fascinating fountain in the center of Rome with four books and a deer carved.

The inscription runs along the building.

Casa di Lorenzo Manilio

A 15th-century monumental Latin inscription on this house celebrates Lorenzo Manilio's love for Rome.

Interior of the church.

Basilica of San Giorgio in Velabro

This medieval church in Rome was almost destroyed following a terrorist attack in 1993.

The water clock at Terrazza del Pincio.

The Water Clock

This hydrochronometer was invented by a Dominican monk and is a prime feature in this garden.

Details of the Roman columns on the side of the church.

San Nicola in Carcere

This small church was constructed over the ruins of three temples dating to the Roman Republic.

Ponte Nomentano

Ponte Nomentano

One of Rome's most picturesque and original bridges was also a popular choice for Grand Tour artists.

Detail of the Arch

Arch of Dolabella

This small Roman arch was transformed into a dwelling by the founder of the Trinitarian Order.

Detail of the recycled architectural elements on the short side.

Casa dei Crescenzi

A rare example of a medieval house in Rome adorned with a melancholic inscription.

Sedia del Diavolo

Sedia del Diavolo

According to local folklore, this Roman sepulcher was once a throne for the Devil.

Fontana dell'Acqua Felice

Fontana dell'Acqua Felice

A monumental fountain in Rome features a large statue of Moses that has been criticized for centuries.

Antoninus and Faustina Temple

Antoninus and Faustina Temple

An ancient Roman temple first dedicated to an emperor's wife is now a church.

Casa Romuli

Casa Romuli

These hut foundations are believed to be the residence of Romulus, founder of Rome.

Pons Fabricius

Pons Fabricius

This is the oldest Roman-made bridge in the city still existing in its original state.

Arch of Janus

Arch of Janus

This one-of-a-kind Roman arch is not actually dedicated to the god Janus.

Temple of Hercules Victor

Temple of Hercules Victor

This curious, round temple is the oldest still-standing marble building in Rome.

Il Tempio di Adriano (Temple of Hadrian)

Il Tempio di Adriano (Temple of Hadrian)

The remains of this 2nd-century Roman temple are incorporated into a modern building.