Alberto Angela has made a career out of exploring his hometown. Here are his favourite spots to unearth Rome's millennia of secrets, from the Vatican Museums to Ostia Antica.

Read more: Beyond the Trevi Fountain: An ancient roman’s guide to secret Rome The Gianicolo (or Janiculum Hill) is the place where locals come to watch the sunset. Although it wasn’t one of ...

Price: From $53 per person Duration: 3 hours This comprehensive tour covers the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum and ... the stories about ancient Rome to life and entertaining everyone ...

Travel expert Rick Steves knows all about Rome, and this hotel in a prime location allows you to walk to many of the major tourist attractions in the city.