Fontana dell'Acqua Paola

Gorgeous, well worth the climb, stunning fountain that is still running despite jubilee prep, and the view from the top across Rome is incredible

It is a nice place to visit, you can take nice pictures there, is close to the Spain embassy, is a busy area, in the evenings is better to visit and have a nice view from the city, cloae there is another interesting area to walk around, and have panoramic view from the city

It's a relatively short walk up a hill from the Trastavere district and you do get some panoramic views of Rome, and the fountain itself is quite impressive. The Italian airforce seemed to be out practicing while I was there so that was an added bonus. Worth the walk.

The Fontana dell’Acqua Paola, also known as the Fontanone del Gianicolo, is an iconic monument in Rome. Built in 1612 under Pope Paul V, it marks the endpoint of the restored Aqua Traiana aqueduct, originally constructed in 109 AD to supply water to Rome from the Bracciano area. The aqueduct, abandoned during the Middle Ages, was revitalized to provide water to Vatican City and Trastevere. Designed by Giovanni Fontana with contributions from Flaminio Ponzio, the fountain reflects the Baroque style and is inspired by ancient Roman triumphal arches. Its façade, made of travertine, features Corinthian columns, many repurposed from ancient Roman structures like the Temple of Minerva. At the top, the Borghese family crest—an eagle and a dragon—symbolizes Pope Paul V’s lineage. The fountain’s five grand arches release cascading water into a striking blue pool, adding to its visual impact. An inscription at the center commemorates the Pope’s achievements, while the entire structure embodies the Church’s power and grandeur in the 17th century. Perched atop the Gianicolo Hill, the Fontanone offers breathtaking views of Rome. Beyond its function as a fountain, it has become a cultural symbol, appearing in films and art, and remains a beloved destination for both locals and tourists.

Beautiful fountain! We ended up taking a “shorter” walk to the fountain from Trastevere that was all steep incline/steps. The walk was a bit tiring, but so worth the view at night!

You had to climb a long hill to get to the fountain. However, its architecture is beautiful, it is said that the Trevi Fountain was inspired by this fountain. Also, the view of Rome that you will watch from the fountain while taking a breath is very beautiful.

This was a nice fountain in the city that is not crowded like the others in centro Rome. Our vespa tour took us here to get a nice view of the city across the street and to see this beautiful fountain .

Trastevere zone is a must do if you want to enjoy Rome at it’s best. 🥂🥂🥂