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Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna)


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #71 of 552 attractions in Rome
Traveller Description:
Located in the heart of Rome, this vibrant and elegant square is surrounded by 18th-century buildings augmented by the colorful flowers that adorn the...... more » Located in the heart of Rome, this vibrant and elegant square is surrounded by 18th-century buildings augmented by the colorful flowers that adorn the Spanish Steps. The elegant steps by Francesco de Sanctis (1723-1726) consist of twelve flights of varying width, which descend to the scenic Franciscan Church of Trinita dei Monti. « less
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Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest, Town centre/square/plaza
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Walking
Address: 00187 Rome
Italy

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14 Oct 2009

Quite frankly, I didn't get the attraction to the steps. Rome has many, many beautiful, historic and interesting sights. These steps are just not that interesting. As others have noted, the steps and square are crowded with hords of tourists & vendors pushing cheap souvniers. Teenagers broke out into a fight..which we suspected may be a diversionary tactic for pick... more

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3 of 5 stars
Toronto
8 Oct 2009

Our hotel was at the top of the Spanish Steps so that's the first place we went to on arrival in Rome and a pushy flower vendor kept following me to give me roses all though I kept saying no. He finally managed to force 3 into my hand implying they were free. Then he followed us until we gave... more

1 Oct 2009

Aside form the tips on the actual location which you can find in any guide, or by now even ask any of the sellers that hang around the steps, there is much to be said about the area around the Spanish Steps. It often happens that tourists are drawn to the steps for a night out (I guess thinking that... more

14 Aug 2009

the atmosphere sitting on the Spanish Steps was fantastic. great just to sit and watch all the goings on. lovely by day or night, as all flood lit after dark. on night of aug 3rd an open air opera concert took place, with 2 men and 2 women. after this there was a dance routine, which was brilliant. the crowd... more

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4 of 5 stars
denmark
30 Jul 2009

As many others say, "Yep! They're steps!" There IS a carnival-like atmosphere, and the hawkers are absolutely annoying to no end. Even after saying "NO!" and turning away, they actually followed us around! I wish I would have found a better way of dealing with these annoying hawkers. That said, there are a lot of great restaurants (http://www.anticaenoteca.com/) and shops... more

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3 of 5 stars
Bristol, United Kingdom
8 Jun 2009

I really enjoyed going to the Spanish steps and you get some good views from the top. However, there are flower pushers everywhere and of whom do not leave you alone (ladies do not accept the flowers they will just make your bloke pay for them) If not them, there are people tryng to sell you tickets of pub crawls... more

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3 of 5 stars
Singapore
27 May 2009

Do not expect any excitement or anything spectacular. The steps are filled with tourists and vendors selling tourist-y stuff. My suggestion is you will appreciate the steps more if you happen to "stumble upon" it while shopping near the area, instead of deliberately making a trip there. more

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3 of 5 stars
Chicago, Illinois
8 Oct 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

The steps are a nice spot to sit and relax. I guess people climb them, but we were too lazy. The fountain at the bottom is actually prettier and more interesting. This whole area is crawling with people all the time. If you are travelling with a lovely lady, the flower vendors will come up and give her flowers, then... more

4 Oct 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

Beautiful piece of architecture and a carnival like atmosphere with sketch artists and people selling wares. Also a nice place to sit and people watch if you don't mind the sun. Of course it is gross to see a McDonald's at the food of the steps but shutter your eyes as you walk by it. more

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4 of 5 stars
South London
15 Sep 2008

Saw the spanish steps and agree that it is a very nice vista, but nothing on the colosseum or some of the other attractions in Rome. Still it is at the top of one of the most famous shopping streets in Rome, and I guess that combination is reasonably special. more

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Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna) Address

00187 Rome, Italy