Attractions
Spanish Steps
The Spanish Steps are an 18th‑century staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti, a classic Roman gathering point.
Highlights
Monumental staircase
A sweeping staircase with elegant terraces and landings.
Trinità dei Monti
The twin‑towered church crowning the steps.
Fashion district views
A gateway to Rome’s designer streets and boutiques.
Pro tips
Sitting and food are prohibited
Local rules are strictly enforced and fines apply.
Best light is early morning
Golden light and fewer crowds make it ideal for photos.
Plan your visit
Getting there
Metro A: Spagna
Entrances
Piazza di Spagna
Timings
Open 24/7
Amenities
Public area
Accessibility
Elevator nearby for upper terrace access
Restricted items
No sitting
No food or drinks on the steps
No food or drinks on the steps
External resources
Photos
TripAdvisor
Spanish Steps
Rating 3.9 · 23235 reviews
Piazza di Spagna, 00187 Rome Italy
Located in the heart of Rome, this vibrant and elegant square is surrounded by 18th-century buildings augmented by the colorful flowers that adorn the Spanish Steps. The elegant steps by Francesco de Sanctis (1723-1726) consist of twelve flights of varying width, which descend to the scenic Franciscan Church of Trinita dei Monti.
Romantic and Vibrant
★★★★★
The place is romantic and vibrant with the people around. The steps are picturesque, and the surroundings include amazing food and snack options, so this is an attraction and a break spot as well. There are no admission fees there, and this is one of the must-see places of Rome.
AMohsen
On the 'must see' short list
★★★★★
There are many iconic sights on Rome, world famous through an untold amount of photos in circulation. The Spanish Steps is one of them. When you see a picture of the Spanish Steps, you recognize it immediately as a Rome picture, just like the Colosseum. I can highly recommend a visit to see the Spanish Steps in real life, but I advise you to approach the Spanish Steps from the top, at the Trinità dei Monte church (also worth a visit) and navigate the Steps downwards, because the elevator is mostly out of order ('guasto' in good Italian.
Hendrik_NL
The church at the top is work a visit as are the surrounding shops
★★★☆☆
A lovely staircase and a lovely church at the top which is worth the visit.
Very busy and the square of the bottom was heaving one day.
Nice to see and to says you have been
Surrounding streets have lots of high end shopping so great for window shopping
Randrstravel
Source: TripAdvisor
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