Ottavia Travel Guide
Rome
Popular places to visit

Colosseum
A true architectural heavyweight, the 2,000-year-old Colosseum is often considered one of the seven “modern” wonders of the world.

Trevi Fountain
Rome is a city abundant in world-class water features, but none more stunning, or more famous, than the Trevi Fountain.

Piazza Navona
The old papal buildings have altered little over the centuries, but still act as an open-air hub for cafés and street entertainers.

Spanish Steps
A monumental stairway with a monumental past, the Spanish Steps are literally and figuratively at the heart of Rome.

Pantheon
One of ancient Rome’s greatest achievements combines momentous history and inspired architecture.

Villa Borghese
Take a break from the busy city center and explore this vast network of pretty gardens and enthralling museums.
Things to do

Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour

Colosseum Underground & Ancient Rome Guided Tour

Rome: Castel Sant’Angelo Entry Ticket and Audioguide

Colosseum Arena Floor & Roman Forum Express Tour

Priority Entrance Ticket to Castel Sant Angelo
Top hotels in Ottavia

Hotel Dei Mellini
Only complaint was someone had a barking dog in the room next to us. Other than that it was a great stay.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

The Hive Hotel
Will stay again
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Hotel Quirinale
Staff great. Wonderful hotel.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

UNA Hotels Decò Roma
If you must stay next to the train station this was perfect.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Trastevere Roma | UNA Esperienze
Amazing area! We looked for months on where to stay and this place was not in the location we were looking but so happy with our choice. It’s not overly touristy with great local vibe and day and night life. We were able to walk across the river every day for all the big atttractions. Hotel is clean, ...
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Hotel Artemide
The best hotel and the best staff!!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ottavia

Vatican
Known for its fascinating museums and stunning cathedral, there's plenty to explore in Vatican. Check out top attractions like Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica, and jump on the metro at Ottaviano - San Pietro - Musei Vaticani Station or Risorgimento/S. Pietro Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Prati
Via Cola di Rienzo and Palace of Justice are top sights in Prati, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Risorgimento/S. Pietro Tram Stop or Ottaviano - San Pietro - Musei Vaticani Station to see more sights in the area.

Campo Marzio
While you're in Campo Marzio, take in top sights like Piazza di Spagna and jump on the metro at Spagna Station to see more of the city.

Parione
While visiting Parione, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori.

Navona
Consider a visit to Piazza Navona and take some time to enjoy the cosy cafes during your time in Navona. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Arenula-Cairoli Tram Station or Arenula-Min. G. Giustizia Tram Station.

Colonna
While visiting Colonna, you might make a stop by sights like Via del Corso and Piazza del Parlamento.
