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"Seen during a childhood stay in a hotel overlooking Piazza della Minerva, the statue of an elephant shouldering an obelisk felt like a whimsical wink amid all of Bernini’s muscular river gods in nearby Piazza Navona." - Chloe Schama
Bernini's elephant sculpture supporting an ancient Egyptian obelisk
Piazza della Minerva, 00186 Roma RM, Italy Get directions
Restaurant · Ostiense
Danish-Italian cafe serving seasonal dishes, specialty coffee
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Roman restaurant · Portuense
Wood-fired oven meats, pasta, and Roman specialties.
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Hotel · Campo Marzio
Rooftop restaurant, elegant rooms, near Borghese Gardens
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Pizza restaurant · Parione
Authentic Roman pizza, pasta, truffle dishes, and wine
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Museum · Parione
Museum of Rome exhibitions, paintings, statues, artifacts
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Roman restaurant · Trevi
Classic Roman dishes, seasonal specialties, and an extensive wine list
Roman restaurant · Trastevere
Classic Roman cuisine, pastas, Roman specialties, and pastries
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Historical landmark · Pigna
Ancient temple-turned-church with iconic dome and oculus
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Hotel · Trastevere
Chic boutique hotel with rooftop, bar, garden, & stylish rooms
Roman restaurant · San Eustachio
Hearty Roman fare including amatriciana, carbonara, and oxtail
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