Your local starting point in Rome

Rome from Quintiliani

A clear, practical guide from the Via Filippo Meda area to the city's essential sights.

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Start here

Quintiliani is your main station

Metro B is the simplest way to reach central Rome from the apartment.

About 5 minutes on foot

Quintiliani Metro B is roughly 400 metres from the Via Filippo Meda area. It is closer than Monti Tiburtini and should be your first choice for most journeys.

To central Rome: direction LAURENTINA

Coming back home

From Termini, Colosseo or stations farther south, take Metro B towards Rebibbia and get off at Quintiliani.

Monti Tiburtini is a useful backup station, but it is farther from the apartment.

Useful Metro B stops from Quintiliani

Quintilianistart
Tiburtina FS1 stop
Bologna2 stops
Termini5 stops
Colosseo7 stops
Circo Massimo8 stops
Basilica S. Paolo11 stops

No changes needed

Direct on Metro B

For all four destinations below, board at Quintiliani towards Laurentina.

The Colosseum

Colosseum & Roman Forum

APPROX. 20–25 MIN

Metro B directly to Colosseo — 7 stops. The Colosseum is immediately outside the station.

Allow several hours for the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill. Reserve timed admission through official channels.

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Circus Maximus with the ruins of the Palatine Hill

Circo Massimo & Aventine

APPROX. 20–25 MIN

Metro B directly to Circo Massimo — 8 stops. Continue uphill on foot for the Orange Garden and the Aventine Keyhole.

A beautiful combination of ancient Rome, gardens and panoramic views. Wear comfortable shoes for the uphill walk.

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The Pyramid of Cestius beside the Aurelian Walls

Piramide & Testaccio

APPROX. 25–30 MIN

Metro B directly to Piramide — 9 stops. Walk from the station into the Testaccio neighbourhood.

A good choice for traditional Roman food, the Testaccio Market and a more local side of the city.

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Facade and courtyard of the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls

St Paul Outside the Walls

APPROX. 30 MIN

Metro B directly to Basilica S. Paolo — 11 stops. The Papal Basilica is a short walk from the station.

One of Rome's four major papal basilicas, with a monumental interior and a peaceful cloister.

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One change at Termini

Historic centre

Take Metro B from Quintiliani to Termini — 5 stops — then follow the signs for Metro A.

Trevi Fountain

Trevi Fountain

APPROX. 30–35 MIN

At Termini change to Metro A towards Battistini. Exit at Barberini — 2 stops — then walk 8–10 minutes.

Early morning and later evening are usually calmer. Keep valuables close in crowded areas.

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Spanish Steps

Spanish Steps

APPROX. 25–30 MIN

At Termini change to Metro A towards Battistini. Exit at Spagna — 3 stops.

From Piazza di Spagna, continue on foot to Via del Babuino, Piazza del Popolo or Villa Borghese.

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Villa Borghese

Villa Borghese

APPROX. 30–35 MIN

Change at Termini to Metro A towards Battistini. Exit at Spagna or Flaminio, then enter the park on foot.

Advance booking is essential for Galleria Borghese. The park is ideal for a relaxed afternoon.

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The Pantheon

Pantheon & Piazza Navona

APPROX. 40 MIN

Change at Termini to Metro A towards Battistini. Exit at Barberini, then walk about 18–20 minutes to the Pantheon.

Piazza Navona is about 5 minutes away on foot. This area is best explored slowly and without changing to a bus.

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Interior of St John Lateran

St John Lateran

APPROX. 30–35 MIN

At Termini change to Metro A towards Anagnina. Exit at San Giovanni — 3 stops — then walk about 8 minutes.

Visit the Basilica and the nearby Holy Stairs. Opening arrangements may change during religious events.

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Across the river

Vatican City & the Tiber

Change from Metro B to Metro A at Termini. Leave extra time for security queues at Vatican sites.

St Peter's Square

St Peter's Basilica

APPROX. 40 MIN

At Termini take Metro A towards Battistini to Ottaviano — 6 stops — then walk 10–15 minutes.

Security screening and a dress code apply: shoulders and knees should be covered.

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Castel Sant'Angelo

Castel Sant'Angelo

APPROX. 40 MIN

At Termini take Metro A towards Battistini to Lepanto — 5 stops — then walk about 15 minutes towards the river.

Cross Ponte Sant'Angelo for a beautiful view. St Peter's Square is about 15 minutes away on foot.

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A quieter side of Rome

Villa Torlonia

A worthwhile nearby alternative to the busiest historic-centre attractions.

Villa Torlonia in Rome

Villa Torlonia & its museums

APPROX. 25–30 MIN

Take Metro B towards Laurentina to Bologna — 2 stops — then continue on foot for about 15–20 minutes.

The park includes historic buildings and museums. Check official opening times before visiting.

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Need a simple orientation point?

Roma Tiburtina is just 1 Metro B stop from Quintiliani, towards Laurentina. It is a major railway, coach and local-transport hub.

Termini is 5 Metro B stops away in the same direction and is the interchange for Metro A.

Departure planning

Airports, taxis & help

Allow extra time for walking, waiting and any service disruption—especially for an early flight.

Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

Public transport: Metro B from Quintiliani towards Laurentina to Tiburtina FS — 1 stop. Follow the railway signs and take a direct FL1 regional train to Fiumicino Aeroporto.

Allow roughly 65–80 minutes in total, depending on the connection. The FL1 train requires a separate Trenitalia ticket; an ATAC ticket is not valid on this airport rail journey.

Official FCO trains

Ciampino Airport (CIA)

Public transport: Metro B from Quintiliani towards Laurentina to Termini — 5 stops. From Termini, use the Ciampino Airlink: regional train to Ciampino railway station, then the dedicated 10-minute non-stop bus to the airport.

Allow roughly 60–75 minutes in total. The combined train-and-bus fare is €2.70; choose “Ciampino Aeroporto” when buying the Trenitalia ticket.

Official Airlink details