Esquilino
Esquilino, the area near Termini Central Station, was named after Esquiline, one of the Seven Hills of Rome. It has several museums, and Santa Maria Maggiore, one of the four papal basilicas of Rome, is its beacon. The mosaics of Santa Prassede are also worth visiting, as is the Casa dell’Architettura, an exhibition space focused on architecture. The Nuovo Mercato Esquilino market is located behind Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, the multicultural heart of the neighborhood. Ice cream parlor Fassi is renowned for its gelato and classic interior. Come here to indulge in their ice cream specialties, such as sampietrini: frozen "cobblestones".
Highlights
Routes going through Esquilino
Termini, Monti & Fori Imperiali
- A great combination of history and current events
- This walk can easily be done in reverse
- You will come across three of the Seven Hills of Rome along the way
Our favourite hotels in Esquilino

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Rome App & Cityguide
Rome app
- All time to momo routes of Rome
- Always complete & up-to-date
- Can be used offline abroad
€ 6,99Add to cart
Rome travel guide
- 6 time to momo walks through lively neigborhoods in the city
- Hit the top sights and hidden local favorites
- Incl. removable map + free map app
- In collaboration with Moon Guides
€ 16,95Add to cart