Piazza del Campidoglio

Michelangelo’s design is a stunning example of Renaissance urban planning. Great views of the Forum from the back. The Lupa Capitolina adds to the historical weight.

Piazza del Campidoglio (often anglicized as Capitoline Hill Square) is one of the most elegant and historically significant squares in Rome. Location & Significance • Located on Capitoline Hill (Campidoglio in Italian), one of the Seven Hills of Rome, and historically the political and religious heart of the ancient city. • Overlooks the Roman Forum and is near Piazza Venezia, making it a central point for visitors exploring ancient Rome. Designed by Michelangelo • In 1536, Michelangelo Buonarroti was commissioned by Pope Paul III to redesign the square. • The trapezoidal shape, geometric star pattern on the pavement, and the elegant symmetry were revolutionary and symbolized a shift from medieval to Renaissance urban design. Key Buildings Around the Square 1. Palazzo Senatorio – The central building at the rear, which still serves as the seat of Rome’s city government. 2. Palazzo dei Conservatori – To the right; houses part of the Capitoline Museums (sculpture and artifacts). 3. Palazzo Nuovo – To the left; also part of the Capitoline Museums (Roman busts and statuary). The Statue in the Center • A bronze equestrian statue of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, which symbolizes Rome’s imperial glory. • The current statue is a replica; the original is preserved inside the Capitoline Museums to protect it from the elements.

🚨🚨🚨WEEDING ALERT 🚨🚨🚨 check photos Piazza del Campidoglio ("Capitoline Square") is a public square (piazza) on the top of the ancient Capitoline Hill, between the Roman Forum and the Campus Martius in Rome, Italy. The square includes three main buildings, the Palazzo Senatorio (Senatorial Palace) also known as the Comune di Roma Capitale (City Hall), and the two palaces that make up the Capitoline Museums, the Palazzo dei Conservatori and the Palazzo Nuovo, considered to be one of the oldest national museums, founded in 1471 when Pope Sixtus IV donated some of the museum's most impressive statues, the She-wolf, the Spinario, the Camillus and the colossal head of emperor Constantine. Over the centuries the museums' collection has grown to include many of ancient Roman's finest artworks and artifacts. If something was considered too valuable or fragile in Rome and a copy was made in its place for display, the original is likely now on display in the Capitoline Museum. The hilltop square was designed by Michelangelo in the 16th century. at the behest of Pope Paul III.

One of the most important squares in Rome both in ancient and renaissance.

Amazing architecture and beautiful sights from outside and inside the square. Visited in late September at noon and the atmosphere was super lovely. Won't hesitate to come here once more as I get a chance.

Incredible architecture and beautiful sights from outside and inside the square. Visited in late March at the evening and the atmosphere was super lovely. Won't hesitate to come here once more as I get a chance.

Michelangelo redesigned the whole square to make Rome feel more like a capital and less like an ancient ruin graveyard. The result? A stunning Renaissance piazza, reached by the ceremonial Cordonata stairs and centered around a horseback Marcus Aurelius (relax, it’s a copy). Flanked by the Capitoline Museums and two elegant palaces, it's a place where history, symmetry, and tourists with selfie sticks all come together. Don’t forget to look down — the star-patterned paving is Instagram’s real MVP here.

The Capitoline Hill square, delightfully designed by Michelangelo. On one side, the remnants of pagan Rome (Roman Forum), and on the other, Christian-era Rome (Vatican, Roma City Center)… An important location to enjoy a panoramic view of both landscapes. If you enter through the passage on the right, across from the Cordonata, you can witness the unique view of the Roman Forum. This spot is among my favorite places in Rome. Especially at sunset, the old city comes to life with its crimson hues. Be sure to experience it and enjoy the view accompanied by live music!

After the Alter of the Fatherland, we visited this. Nearby, 2 min walks. Again lots of stairs to reach the top. This square is located on top of Capitol Hill. It was an important place of worship dedicated to Roman gods, with a large Temple of Jupiter which has since disappeared. Today it is the seat of the municipality of Rome. Rome is all about Michelangelo, isn't it? This place is also designed by Master Michelangelo who remodeled the facades of the existing buildings and designed the monumental staircase that accesses it. It is square in shape, it is framed by three main buildings: 1- The Senatorial Palace (Palazzo Senatorio, on the right-hand side of the square), this is the Town Hall; 2- Palazzo dei Conservatori, the home of the Capitoline Picture Gallery, 3- Capitoline Museums (left side of the square). In the center is a copy of the bronze equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius , yes he was Roman Emperor too. Wandering around here for 30 minutes especially in the evening was a blessing. Behind this, you can see remains at the Roman forum.

Piazza del Campidoglio is a very pretty square in Roma, Italy. This hilltop square is lined with museums and government buildings and offers panoramic views of the Roman forum. Piazza del Campidoglio was designed by Michelangelo in 1538 as part of the revival plan of the Capitoline Hill. Three Roman government buildings, the Palazzo dei Conservatori, the Senatorio, and the Nuovo surround the piazza. A replica of the equestrian statue of the emperor Marcus Aurelius stands in the middle of the piazza. (The original statue is located nearby in the Palazzo dei Conservatori.) I highly recommend visiting this spot in Rome if you want to take some breathtaking pictures of the Forum.

Designed by Michelangelo, Campidoglio is Rome's city hall square on the the same hill that has ruled Rome for millennia - the Capitoline Hill. Ascend the intentionally shallow stairway "cordonata" so your vista slowly expands as you climb higher. Admire the beautiful Renaissance-era palaces that still serve as Rome's city halls in conjunction as the Capitoline Museums. Appreciate how Michelangelo used the building arrangement and even the ground pattern to create one of the unique plazas that you may have seen! If you are traveling toward the Roman ruins area from the north, I highly recommend making this your starting point, because after you admire the Renaissance-era piazza, you will be rewarded with an impressive sneak-peek view of the Roman Forum after! Even if you are traveling from the other direction, you can also look back toward that you have admire and appreciate Michelangelo's beautiful remix of the Capitoline Hill. --- tl;dr version: 1) Michelangelo's design on Capitoline Hill 2) Excellent starting point for a Roman ruins itinerary

Piazza del Campidoglio is a beautiful plaza designed by Michelangelo. Take the steps up and see the Musei Capitolini. You can also take the stairs on the left, which takes you to see the Basilica di Santa Maria in Ara Coeli. One of the more popular places in Capitoline Hill. A very touristy plazas. Very busy with people taking pictures. Also very close to other very popular sites of Rome.

Don't miss this. It's a bucket list for sure. My advise is to google it and know the history before you go that way you will get the most out of your guide.

Cool view of the remnants of the past.... You need a bit of imagination to really grasp what this looked like in its day. The ruins are pretty dilapidated and they do not allow you to go look around in the area... You'll pass by here going to the coliseum so stop by and check it out...

Yet another masterpiece of the urban planners art, the Campidoglio, or Capitol Hill, is stunning - on the one hand with views over the ancient Roman Foum and on the other with amazing views over Rome . . . oh, and there are hugely informative and well stocked museums up here too! In the case of the Campidoglio, the urban planner was none other than that genius Michelangelo. Get a decent guide book for the detail and especially the fascinating history of this area from it's Etruscan roots to its Imperial glory and into the present day via Michelangelo's remodelling and resiting of the statues of Castor and Pollux.

Beautiful square, designed by Michelangelo Buonarroti, features an semi circle courtyard with a beautiful figure sculpture. Great meeting place to find others. The steps are not steep and very easy to ascend to the top.