Piazza Navona

Square Rome, Latium, Italy

What to expect

Piazza Navona is a public open space in Rome, Italy, built on the site of the 1st century AD Stadium of Domitian. The piazza features several notable landmarks, including the Fountain of the Four Rivers, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and the Church of Sant'Agnese in Agone, designed by Francesco Borromini. The piazza has a unique, elongated oval shape, following the form of the ancient stadium. It has hosted various events and activities throughout its history, including theatrical performances and festivals. Today, it is a popular tourist destination and a great place to visit with family and friends

Plan your family visit to the Piazza Navona with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We walked through Piazza Navona and did some souvenir shopping

Highlights: The kids loved looking at all the street performers and the beautiful architecture. We also enjoyed the gelato from a shop right across the street from the Pantheon ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Piazza Navona, which is spacious and surprisingly not very crowded, and also the other fountains in Rome, including the Trevi Fountain

Highlights: We enjoyed the spacious and surprisingly not very crowded Piazza Navona ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We found them filled with activity and energy during the day and a relaxing, serene atmosphere at night

Highlights: Our favorite was Piazza Navona which I think is the most beautiful of the squares we visited ✨