Things to Do in Celio, Rome

A short walk from the Colosseum, Celio features quiet streets lined with ancient basilicas, local trattorias, and wine bars, offering an authentic Roman experience.

Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian HillBasilica
Caffè Antica RomaCoffee Shop
Roman houses of the CaelianArchaeological Site

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Top things to do in Celio

Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian Hill
★ 4.7 · 1.9k
Basilica★
Ancient hilltop basilica, dating from the 4th century, built atop a network of ornate Roman rooms.
Every day
8:30 AM – 12:45 PM, 2 PM – 5 PM
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Roman houses of the Caelian
★ 4.6 · 515
Archaeological Site
Centuries-old rooms beneath a hilltop basilica, with frescoes & ancient household remains.
Every day
10 AM – 4 PM
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San Giovanni a Porta Latina
★ 4.7 · 544
Famous Catholic Church
Catholic church from the 5th century, renovated & restored with a soaring bell tower & frescoes.
Mon–Fri
6:30 AM – 6 PM
Sat
6:30 AM – 6 PM
Sun
8:30 AM – 6 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Celio

Caffè Antica Roma
★ 4.8 · 2.1k
Coffee Shop· €1–10
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Ristoro Della Salute
★ 4.8 · 28.0k
Italian· €20–30
Relaxed restaurant serving pizza, pasta & other traditional mains, plus cocktails & breakfast.
Every day
9 AM – 12 AM
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Ristorante Pizza Forum Roma- Forno a Legna
★ 4.7 · 28.4k
Pizza· €20–30
Neapolitan wood-oven pizzas, Roman dishes & cocktails in a charming space with a sidewalk terrace.
Every day
9 AM – 12 AM
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RoYaL Art Cafè
★ 4.7 · 22.2k
Italian· €10–30
Sleek, upscale Italian restaurant with up-close Colosseum views from windows & the roof terrace.
Every day
8 AM – 12 AM
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Ristorante Caffè Martini
★ 4.8 · 13.7k
Italian· €10–60
Longtime, upscale restaurant featuring classic Italian cuisine & patio seating with Colosseum views.
Every day
9 AM – 12 AM
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Pasqualino Al Colosseo dal 1956- Trattoria Romana
★ 4.7 · 11.5k
Italian· €20–30
Traditional Roman mains & pasta dishes in a mellow environment with a sheltered terrace.
Every day
9 AM – 12 AM
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Ristorante Crab
★ 4.6 · 958
Seafood
Slick gourmet seafood restaurant furnished with red velvet chairs & contemporary artworks.
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Le Terrazze al Colosseo
★ 4.6 · 1.7k
Italian
A restaurant and rooftop bar in the center of Rome, offering views of the Colosseum from Hotel Capo d'Africa.
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Naumachia Ristorante
★ 4.3 · 4.1k
Restaurant· €10–20
Traditional Tuscan & Roman dishes in a rustic space with exposed brick & beams, plus outdoor tables.
Mon
11 AM – 11 PM
Tue–Fri
11 AM – 12 AM
Sat
11 AM – 12 AM
Sun
11 AM – 12 AM
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