Piazza Venezia

This wide expanse is the central hub of Rome. It is very accessible, as most forms of public transportation pass through here, and most of the tourist attractions are within close proximity to this piazza, such as the Capitol Hill, and the Roman Forum.

Rome's Piazza Venezia differs from the city's other piazzas in that it is square in nature. It takes its name from the Palazzo Venezia, a structure that used to be the home of ambassadors. This piazza is fairly young, as it only dates back to the last century, and was meant to house the monument of King Vittorio Emmanuele II.

The monument stands proudly at the piazza, a massive creation that seems to dominate the entire expanse. King Vittorio Emmanuele was the first king of the unified Italy, and the monument was built from 1885 until 1905. Aside from the monument, one can also find the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which was added in 1921.

Other structures that surround this plaza include the Risorgimento Museum, a museum of the nationalist movement, a movement that led to the unification of the country in 1861. To the east of the plaza, meanwhile, is the Palazzo della Assicurazione Generale di Venezia, a neo-gothic style that never fails to inspire and keep tourists in awe.

Aside from the cluster of structures, major streets traverse the piazza as well. The Via del Corso cuts through from the Piazza del Popolo, and the Via Flamina can also be traced from Piazza Venezia as well. Indeed, one should not pass up a visit to this grand piazza when visiting Rome.