Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna)
8.2Locals Score / 10#16 of 20 Attractions in Rome
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The Spanish Steps are a monumental 135-step Baroque staircase sweeping up from Piazza di Spagna to the Trinita dei Monti church, long a magnet for people-watching at the foot of Rome's luxury shopping streets. The Barcaccia fountain by Bernini's father sits at the base. Note that police now enforce a rule against sitting on the steps and will fine or move you along, so it is more a photo stop than a place to linger.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
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| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.2/10- Value9.0
- Iconic8.5
- Excellence8.0
- Crowd level9.0
- Authenticity7.0
- Accessibility7.0
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