Piazza Navona at a glance
Piazza Navona lies in the historic center of Rome, on the track of the stadium that Emperor Domitian opened in 86 AD. The buildings around the square still follow the outline of that ancient arena, which is why the square is a long oval. Three fountains stand along its length: Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers in the middle, the Fontana del Moro at the south end and the Neptune fountain at the north end. The church of Sant'Agnese in Agone faces the square.
The square is a public space and you can walk across it at no cost. A museum visit, a church crypt or an archaeological site is a separate thing with its own rules and its own ticket. Campo de' Fiori and Via dei Coronari belong to the same neighborhood. As a rough guide, Campo de' Fiori is about 5 minutes away on foot. Several city buses (30, 70, 81, 87, 492 and 628) stop along Corso Rinascimento next to the square, so check the stop and direction before you board.
What this guide covers
The square and the streets around it, written for visitors.
This guide explains what you see on the square and what you can go inside: the Fountain of the Four Rivers and its two neighbors, the church of Sant'Agnese, the Stadium of Domitian below the square, the museum at Palazzo Braschi and the cloister of Bramante. It also covers the Christmas market, the history of the square, Campo de' Fiori, Via dei Coronari, where to eat, how to get there and where to stay in the old center.
It is an independent site. It is not run by the city of Rome, a museum, a church or a tour company, and it does not sell tickets itself. Prices are listed as of 2026 and change, so check the current figure before you pay.
Rome beyond this neighborhood has its own guides. Rome in one day covers the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps, and the Roman Forum guide covers the Forum and the Palatine Hill. The Pantheon is close to the square, and its own page has the details.
Our picks: Piazza Navona tours
A walk with Pantheon entry, a classic centre walk and a cooking class on the piazza.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Pasta and tiramisu class on the piazza
You cook pasta with one of four sauces and make tiramisu. A glass of wine or beer, coffee or limoncello, soda, water and bruschetta are included; further drinks cost extra.
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Guided walk with Pantheon entry and Trevi access
Pantheon entry and the Trevi Fountain access ticket are included, along with a 45-minute guided visit inside the Pantheon. A licensed guide leads the walk through Navona and the Spanish Steps.
Check availability →Two-hour walk: Pantheon, Trevi and Navona
A walk with a local guide through the historic centre, ending at the sights around Piazza Navona. Hotel pickup, food, drinks and tips are not included.
Check availability →Tours around Piazza Navona
Walking tours of the historic center, food walks and evening routes, with live prices and availability.
Explore the square
Start with the page that fits your plan.
Fountain of the Four Rivers
Bernini's design, the four rivers, the obelisk and the two other fountains.
Sant'Agnese in Agone
Opening days, services and who built the church.
Stadium of Domitian
The ancient arena below the square and why it is closed now.
Palazzo Braschi
The Museo di Roma, with 2026 prices and free admission rules.
History of Piazza Navona
From Roman stadium to baroque square.
Christmas market
What the last season looked like and what to check for 2026/27.
Around the square
Markets, lanes, meals and the practical side.
Campo de' Fiori
A morning market from Monday to Saturday and lively evenings.
Via dei Coronari
A long lane near the square, with the cloister of Bramante and Santa Maria della Pace.
Eating near Piazza Navona
Coperto, service charges and how to read a menu.
Piazza Navona tours
Walks, exhibition tours and what to check before you book.
Getting to Piazza Navona
Buses, fares and the traffic zone of the old center.
Where to stay near the square
Lodging types in the old center and the city tax in 2026.
Good to know in 2026
Where older articles are out of date.
The Stadium of Domitian is closed
The ruins below the square are closed for restoration, and no reopening date is available to plan around.
Stadium of Domitian →The museum is not free for everyone
The permanent collection of the Museo di Roma costs €13, or €7.50 reduced, plus €1 if you book ahead. Residents of Rome and the metropolitan city enter free with proof since February 2026. Since 17 September 2026 the lift is temporarily out of order.
Palazzo Braschi →The fountain restoration is finished
The restoration of the Fountain of the Four Rivers is completed, and the project ended on 7 April 2025. Photos with scaffolding are from the restoration years.
Fountain of the Four Rivers →Christmas market dates for 2026/27
The last season ran from 1 December 2025 to 6 January 2026. Do not assume the same dates this winter. Check the current programme before you plan a trip around it.
Christmas market →Coperto in Lazio
The regional commerce law of Lazio prohibits an extra coperto charge. A service share must be shown clearly on the price list before you order.
Eating near the square →Bus and city passes
A single ticket costs €1.50. The multi-day passes cost €8.50 for 24 hours, €15 for 48 hours and €22 for 72 hours.
Getting there →More independent Rome guides
Separate guides from the same team, each focused on one part of a Rome trip.
Piazza Navona: frequently asked questions
Is Piazza Navona free to visit?
Yes, you can walk across the square at no cost. The museum at Palazzo Braschi, the Stadium of Domitian and the cloister of Bramante are separate and have their own rules. During events the square can be partly fenced, so access is not guaranteed every hour.
Can I visit the Stadium of Domitian?
Not at the moment. The site is closed for restoration, and no reopening date is available. See the Stadium of Domitian page for the history and for what to check before you book anything that names it.
Can I swim in or touch the fountains?
No. City rules forbid bathing in the historic fountains, and the stone is fragile. The water from the small drinking fountains (nasoni) around Rome is drinking water, but the water in the monumental basins is not.
How do I get to the square?
Several buses run along Corso Rinascimento, including lines 30, 70, 81, 87, 492 and 628. Direction and times change, so check them before you go. The getting there page explains fares and the traffic zone.
When is the Christmas market?
The last season ran from 1 December 2025 to 6 January 2026. Dates can differ from year to year, so check the current programme for 2026/27. More on the Christmas market page.
Is piazzanavona.org an official site?
No. It is an independent travel guide with no link to the city of Rome, the Musei in Comune, the church of Sant'Agnese or any tour operator, restaurant or hotel.