Gianicolo
Gianicolo Hill
"Gianicolo is the highest viewpoint in Rome with 360° panoramic views of the entire city. A cannon has been fired every day at noon from the terrace since 1847 to synchronize the city's clocks. The terrace offers the best overview: all seven hills, the Vatican, and the Apennine Mountains."
Logistics
Affordable
Vibe
Panoramic, breezy
Duration
1 hour
Best For
Panoramic views
The Backstory
Gianicolo is not one of Rome's original seven hills but the tallest point. During the 1849 siege of Rome, Garibaldi's forces defended the city here. The equestrian statue of Garibaldi was erected in 1895.
Local Secret
"Go at 11:55am to watch the noon cannon firing—it's loud and dramatic. The walk up is steep; take bus 115 from Trastevere. Avoid midday in summer; no shade."