{"id":58675,"date":"2025-01-22T14:46:50","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T13:46:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=58675"},"modified":"2025-01-22T15:47:20","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T14:47:20","slug":"fountains-gardens-rome-outdoor-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2025\/01\/fountains-gardens-rome-outdoor-attractions\/","title":{"rendered":"Fountains, Gardens, and Romance: Exploring Rome\u2019s Outdoor Beauty"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Known as \u2018The Eternal City\u2019 to many, Rome has a rich history and cultural heritage behind it, and its storied past is reflected in the city\u2019s famous architecture. Yet there\u2019s a side to this city that isn\u2019t often mentioned in the guide books: its outdoor beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All you have to do is take a Rome walking tour<\/a> to see for yourself the wealth of fountains, gardens, and stunning outdoor spaces that add another layer of intrigue to the Italian capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Eternal City’s Famous Fountains<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The human-made beauty of Rome is characterized mostly through the architecture that pays homage to the Roman Empire, such as the Colosseum and the Ancient Forum. Yet the city also sports several celebrated water features around the city, including the famous Trevi Fountain<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Trevi Fountain has stood the test of time since the 18th century, and stands up today as one of Rome\u2019s most visited attractions. The fountain pumps around 85,000 cubic meters of water every day, and underwent a restoration in 2015<\/a> which uncovered intricate details such as mythological figures and marble seashells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Baroque fountain depicts Oceanus, the God of water, riding his shell chariot alongside mythical creatures such as hippocampi – half horse and half fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Villa Borghese: Rome’s Green Heart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Located a stone\u2019s throw from the Trevi Fountain, you\u2019ll find the Villa Borghese<\/strong>, a spectacular landscape garden<\/strong> with various museums, monuments, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spanning over 80 hectares, Villa Borghese is a must-visit spot if you\u2019re looking for a moment to reflect during your time in The Eternal City. As a tourist hotspot, Rome can feel like a fast-paced city at times, so a walk around Villa Borghese could be the perfect change of pace for your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure to visit the lake and rent a rowboat, check out the historic zoological garden<\/strong>, the Bioparco<\/strong>, and explore the secret gardens where you\u2019ll find a collection of Renaissance statues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Orange Garden of Aventine Hill<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If panoramic views of the city or a sunset hike are on your bucket list, The Orange Garden<\/strong> (Giardino degli Aranci) offers the perfect vantage point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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View from the “Giardino degli Aranci”. Photo via Wikipedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

With spectacular views across the city, this is one of the best spots to take in Rome from above, perched atop one of its seven hills. While here, you can also take in the citrus trees which were first planted by Medieval monks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to bring your camera for this excursion, as if you get it just right, the trees on either side of you will frame St. Peter\u2019s dome<\/strong> in the distance and make for an enviable vacation snap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hidden Courtyards of Trastevere<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Trastevere<\/strong> is a bohemian district in Rome where you\u2019ll find mazy, colorful streets and verdant courtyards in abundance. If you\u2019re looking for a bite to eat or an \u2018aperitif\u2019 before dinner, you\u2019ll find a range of eateries, bars, and centuries-old fountains which complement the climbing vines and potted herbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This is a district that speaks to Rome\u2019s natural and architectural beauty<\/strong>, and is well worth several hours of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feel Like Royalty at the Villa Doria Pamphili<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Villa Doria Pamphili<\/a> is Rome\u2019s largest urban park, situated in Monteverde, atop the Janiculum hill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Villa Doria Pamphili. Photo via Wikimedia.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for a vast green space to stretch your legs with a caff\u00e8 con latte, plan to spend the morning here slightly away from the hustle of the city. While at the park, you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice for activities, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n