Hotels near Piazza di Spagna

The Spanish Steps, better known as Scalinata della Trinità dei Monti, are one of the major attractions in the city of Rome, Italy. The steps start from the Piazza di Spagna, located in the Spagna area of Rome, and you can walk upwards on the staircase until reaching the Piazza Trinità dei Monti. As the widest and most famous staircase in all of Europe, the Spanish Steps neighborhood is a busy tourist area filled with cafes, Roman hotels, historical attractions and architecture.

Spanish Steps Attractions

Within Rome's Spagna neighborhood, you can find countless things to do, see and explore just minutes from the Spanish Steps. Historical spots include the ancient Ara Pacis, the Catacomb of Priscilla and the Fontana della Barcaccia, which is a Bernini fountain located right next to the steps. Some of the top museums to visit in Piazza Spagna are the Borghese Museum and Gallery, MAXXI and the National Gallery of Modern Art.

Transport in Spagna

Since the Spagna neighborhood around the Spanish Steps really is in the heart of Rome, transport is easy to find. Metro Line A is typically the best choice, and it stops right at the Piazza di Spagna station. Buses stop at the station Piazza di San Silvestro, which is just a five-minute walk from the Spanish Steps. You will find a number of hotels in Rome in the surrounding neighborhoods of Spagna, Parioli and Salario.

Spanish Steps Tips

To fit in with the locals, dress up for your trip to Piazza di Spagna, which is one of the top designer shopping spots in Rome. Legend has it that in order to have good luck, you must talk to a stranger every time you step foot on the Spanish Steps. On your next trip to the Spagna area to see the steps, say hello to a local or a tourist in order to enjoy the good luck, and don't be surprised if a local Roman says hello as you walk to your Spanish Steps hotel.