When you're in the area of the Forum and the Colosseum, make the quick walk down to this church if only to see the Mouth of Truth. It's a great photo op and one most can relate to from seeing Roman Holiday. Be advised, they close the gates at 4:30 so you must be in line before that to get... More

It says everything about how crammed with incredible sights Rome is that one of the remarkable things of our trip wasn't even advertised. The Church of Santa Maria in Cosmedin is famous for the Bocca della Verita - the mouth of truth. This is an old carving which, according to legend, bites your hand off if you tell a lie... More

This church, whose main claim to fame is that it houses the famout "Mouth of Truth", is worthy of a visit in its own right. Below the church, accessible by a small set of stairs, is the ancient crypt of Pope Hadrian I (died 795). More

This site is a must-do for any fans of 'Roman Holiday', and it was actually the only place I had to queue on a recent trip to Rome - but there were maybe only 6 people in front of me! It is well-organised, you head in through the marked entrance and then queue, you can make a donation of 50... More

"The Mouth of Truth" and much more is here. A place children love. More

If you've seen the Audrey Hepburn film this is a 5 minutes must! The boca is a brisk walk from the Capitoline which is not far from the forum. Its in the church foyer and there is a man who suggests(!) a 50c donation and limits you (helpfully) to one photo per person (if you travel alone he'll take the... More

The church, particularly the Bocca della Verita or the Mouth of Truth which is found at the portico, is famous for one of the scenes in the 1953 movie Roman Holiday starring Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn. Legend says that the face carved in marble bites off the hands of liars. Myth busted! I am a lawyer and I expected... More

We first arrived at noon and was discouraged by the long line on August 12, 2011. So we went to Colosseo and got back here at around 16:00. The gentleman who was serving as a receptionist was keen to take care of young ladies with lengthy talk and the line was slow. This was fine. Because it was fun seeing... More

This church is very old, and indeed beatuful (that's how its name is translated from Greek). Though many people visit another attraction - La Bocca della Verita located just outside, the place is serene and not crowded at all. Make sure you visit the underground part of it, a small but very impressive crypt. More