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.
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Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian Hill ★ 4.7 · 2.0k★
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
Roman houses of the Caelian ★ 4.6 · 520
Centuries-old rooms beneath a hilltop basilica, with frescoes & ancient household remains.
Every day 10 AM – 4 PM
San Giovanni a Porta Latina ★ 4.7 · 548
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 Where to eat & drink in Celio
Caffè Antica Roma ★ 4.8 · 2.1k· €1–10
Ristoro Della Salute ★ 4.8 · 29.4k· €20–30
Relaxed restaurant serving pizza, pasta & other traditional mains, plus cocktails & breakfast.
Every day 9 AM – 12 AM
Ristorante Pizza Forum Roma- Forno a Legna ★ 4.7 · 29.7k· €20–30
Neapolitan wood-oven pizzas, Roman dishes & cocktails in a charming space with a sidewalk terrace.
Every day 9 AM – 12 AM
RoYaL Art Cafè ★ 4.7 · 23.7k· €10–30
Sleek, upscale Italian restaurant with up-close Colosseum views from windows & the roof terrace.
Every day 8 AM – 12 AM
Ristorante Caffè Martini ★ 4.8 · 14.3k· €10–60
Longtime, upscale restaurant featuring classic Italian cuisine & patio seating with Colosseum views.
Every day 9 AM – 12 AM
Pasqualino Al Colosseo dal 1956- Trattoria Romana ★ 4.7 · 11.9k· €20–30
Traditional Roman mains & pasta dishes in a mellow environment with a sheltered terrace.
Every day 9 AM – 12 AM
Ristorante Crab ★ 4.6 · 989
Slick gourmet seafood restaurant furnished with red velvet chairs & contemporary artworks.
Every day 12 PM – 11 PM
Le Terrazze al Colosseo ★ 4.6 · 1.9k
A restaurant and rooftop bar in the center of Rome, offering views of the Colosseum from Hotel Capo d'Africa.
Celio Bistrot ★ 4.8 · 675· €20–40
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 7 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 7 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun 12 PM – 2:30 PM
Hostaria I Clementini ★ 4.5 · 1.8k· €20–30
Elevated dishes, desserts & wines are served in this unassuming dining spot with a terrace.
Every day 7:30 AM – 11:30 PM Planning time in Celio?
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1 Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian Hill 2 Caffè Antica Roma 3 Roman houses of the Caelian 4 Ristoro Della Salute 5 Ristorante Pizza Forum Roma- Forno a Legna 6 San Giovanni a Porta Latina 7 RoYaL Art Cafè 8 Ristorante Caffè Martini 9 Pasqualino Al Colosseo dal 1956- Trattoria Romana 10 Ristorante Crab Ready to plan Celio? Turn these Celio picks into a day-by-day Rome plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian HillBasilica
Caffè Antica RomaCoffee Shop
Roman houses of the CaelianArchaeological Site
