172 places narrated
99 monuments, 25 museums, 19 squares, 18 statues and 11 parks. Listen to their stories in your language, even with your screen locked.
🎧 172 places narrated
💧 2,065 nasoni fountains
🌍 7 languages
Explore Rome on foot
with an audio guide in your pocket.
Rome in the palm of your hand: the stories of its monuments, museums and squares to listen to as you walk, a map of the free drinking fountains, and the best places to eat and go out.
Popular searches:
All of Rome in one app
No app store needed: GuidaLUPA opens in your browser and installs on your phone's home screen.
Search by photo
Take a picture of the monument in front of you: GuidaLUPA recognizes it and opens its story straight away.
Nasoni map
2,065 free drinking fountains on the map, centered on your position so you can find the nearest one.
MappaRoma
Interactive map, distances, directions to every place, the best time to visit, and a filter for the 131 places with free entry.
Live Rome
More than 150 addresses: pizzerias, restaurants, shopping, nightlife and entertainment.
The Walker's Passport
Get a stamp for every discovery, complete the Ancient Rome, Master of the Baroque and Nasoni Hunter collections, then export your passport.
My Itinerary
Favorite places with one tap and find them sorted by distance to build your day's route.
Works offline
Places you've already opened stay readable with no wifi or data — handy on the metro or with limited roaming.
Free itinerary
Rome in one day on foot: the essential walking route
About 8 km (5 miles) of walking, no metro or bus needed, from the Colosseum to sunset on the Janiculum Hill. Ideal for a first visit to Rome or a short stopover.
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8:30 am · Start
The Colosseum
Arrive at opening time to beat the crowds and the heat. The largest amphitheater of the Roman world, inaugurated in 80 AD, could hold more than 50,000 spectators. The standard ticket also covers the Forum and the Palatine.
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10:30 am · 5 min walk
The Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill
The political heart of ancient Rome: temples, basilicas and triumphal arches. Legend places on the Palatine the cave where the she-wolf — the lupa — nursed Romulus and Remus.
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1:00 pm · 10 min walk
Lunch in the Monti district
Once the Subura, a working-class quarter of ancient Rome, now full of trattorias, vintage shops and shady squares like Piazza della Madonna dei Monti.
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2:30 pm · 20 min walk
The Trevi Fountain
A Baroque masterpiece completed in 1762. Tradition says that if you toss a coin over your shoulder, with your back to the fountain, you will return to Rome.
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3:30 pm · 10 min walk
The Pantheon
Rebuilt under Emperor Hadrian around 125 AD, it still has the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world, open to the sky through its famous oculus. Entry: €5.
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4:30 pm · 5 min walk
Piazza Navona
Its long oval shape follows the outline of the Stadium of Domitian. In the center, Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers faces the church of Borromini, his great rival.
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5:30 pm · 20 min walk via Ponte Sisto
Trastevere
Cobbled lanes, ivy-covered facades and the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere with its golden mosaics. The perfect neighborhood for dinner after sunset.
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Sunset · 20 min uphill
The view from the Janiculum Hill
The best free view over the rooftops and domes of Rome. Come back another day at noon: a cannon is fired here every day to mark the time for the city.
💧 All along the way, GuidaLUPA's nasoni map shows you the nearest fountain to refill your water bottle.
What to see in Rome? 172 places narrated
Every place has its own page: a story to listen to, photos, opening hours, prices, the best time to visit and directions.
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Monuments
The Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon, triumphal arches, obelisks, basilicas, bridges and catacombs.
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Museums
From the Capitoline Museums to the Borghese Gallery, with the opening hours and prices of each one.
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Squares and parks
Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori, Piazza di Spagna, Villa Borghese and the gardens of Rome.
18
Statues
Open-air masterpieces and the "talking statues" such as Pasquino.
Free drinking water
Drinking fountains in Rome: the guide to the nasoni
There's no need to buy bottled water in Rome. The city has around 2,500 nasoni, small cast-iron public fountains installed since 1874 that run day and night. Their name — "big noses" — comes from their curved spout.
The water comes from the public supply, the same as Romans drink from the tap, and is regularly tested. GuidaLUPA maps 2,065 of them using OpenStreetMap data, close to almost every major monument.
How to drink from a nasone
- 1Fill your bottle straight from the spout: the water runs continuously.
- 2To drink without a bottle, block the end of the spout with your finger.
- 3The water then shoots upward through a small hole on top of the spout, like a drinking fountain.
In GuidaLUPA, the nasoni map centers on your position and follows you as you walk.
Launch pricing
How much does GuidaLUPA cost?
No monthly subscription: you pay once for the length of your stay in Rome.
15 minutes
Trial
Free
Full access to the whole app: every story in full, the map, the nasoni and the passport.
24 hours
Basic
€1.99
Perfect for a quick visit.
3 days
Standard
€3.99
The weekend package.
10 days
Premium
€9.99
Discover every corner. A PIN code lets you share access with 2 other people.
Included in every pass
- Full audio guides (5–10 min)
- All Stories & VivereRoma
- Interactive map access
- Nasoni fountain map & Walker's Passport
Planning a trip to Rome: 8 practical tips
What to know before you go, to enjoy Rome without stress and without spending more than you need to.
Bring a water bottle
You can refill it for free at the nasoni all over the city. A must in summer.
Book the Colosseum
Tickets sell out fast in high season. Book your time slot on the official website several days ahead.
Cover shoulders and knees
Modest dress is required in churches and at St. Peter's Basilica. A light scarf is enough.
Wear comfortable shoes
Rome's cobblestones, the sampietrini, are hard on the feet. You'll easily walk 10 to 15 km a day.
Avoid the midday heat
In July and August, visit open-air sites early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
First Sunday of the month
State museums and archaeological sites, including the Colosseum, are free. Expect crowds and check the booking rules.
Check your mobile plan
From outside the European Union (US, UK, Canada…), roaming in Italy can be expensive. A local eSIM is often cheaper.
Watch out for pickpockets
On crowded buses and around busy sights, keep your bag closed and in front of you.
Frequently asked questions about visiting Rome
Everything you need to know to plan your visit to Rome.
What is a "nasone" fountain in Rome?
A nasone ("big nose") is Rome's iconic cast-iron public fountain, first installed in 1874. There are around 2,500 in the city, providing a constant supply of fresh, free drinking water.
Can you drink the fountain and tap water in Rome?
Yes. The nasoni supply water from Rome's public network, the same as the tap water, and it is regularly tested. Tip: block the end of the spout with your finger and the water shoots up through the small hole on top so you can drink directly.
Can you see Rome on foot?
Yes, the historic center is compact: it's about a 30-minute walk from the Colosseum to Piazza Navona. Our one-day itinerary links the main sights in about 8 km, with no public transport needed.
How many days do you need in Rome?
One day is enough to see the highlights of the historic center on foot. Allow three days to also visit the Vatican, take your time in the museums and explore neighborhoods like Monti or Trastevere.
Do you need to book Colosseum tickets in advance?
It's strongly recommended, especially in spring and summer when time slots often sell out. The standard ticket also includes the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill.
Do you have to pay to enter the Pantheon?
Yes, since July 2023 entry to the Pantheon costs €5, with free entry for some categories of visitors. The square around it, Piazza della Rotonda, is of course free to access.
What should you wear to visit churches in Rome?
Shoulders and knees must be covered in churches and basilicas, especially St. Peter's. In summer, keep a light scarf in your bag.
How much does GuidaLUPA cost?
The first 15 minutes are completely free: every story in full and every feature. After that, a single pass covers your stay: €1.99 for 24 hours, €3.99 for 3 days or €9.99 for 10 days. The Premium pass can be shared with 2 people using a PIN code.
Do I need to download an app?
No. GuidaLUPA opens directly in your phone's browser and can be installed on your home screen like an app, without going through the App Store or Google Play.
Which languages is GuidaLUPA available in?
7 languages: English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic. The app and the audio guides appear in the language you choose.
Which places are included in the audio guides?
172 places: 99 monuments, 25 museums, 19 squares, 18 statues and 11 parks, including the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and Trastevere.