Piazza di Spagna is one of Rome's most famous and pleasant stops, an elegant square at the base of the famous Spanish Steps. Encased by old-world architecture, it's a symbolic icon that reflects the beauty of Rome's baroque history.
A relaxed square, Piazza di Spagna’s serenity is imbued by the famous waters of Fontana della Barcaccia. The Spanish Steps rise from here and are a very popular meeting point for locals and tourists alike, with an idyllic space to watch the life on the square. Piazza di Spagna is named after the Palazzo di Spagna and two sides of this old Spanish palace hang over the square. On another side is Palazzo di Propaganda Fide, another baroque relic from the 17th century. The piazza is near Piazza Mignanelli, where the Column of the Immaculate Conception rises majestically. By climbing the Spanish Steps visitors reach the Renaissance Trinita dei Monti church.
Piazza de Spagna is easily accessed via the Spagna metro station. The piazza is pedestrianised and various designer stores are located in the vicinity.
Fontana della Barcaccia is a beautiful 17th landmark that defines its English translation, “The Fountain of the Ugly Boat”. The fountain took two years to complete and was part of a project to have a fountain erected in every major Rome piazza.