One of the most impressive attractions on the square is Palazzo Venezia, which dates back to the 15th Century and is the most ancient Renaissance building in Rome. It was designed by Cardinal Pietro Barbo and was reconstructed in 1882. Many historical buildings standing on the same hill were demolished and the palace was even moved, in order to preserve the view of the imposing monument from Via del Corso. Palazzo Venezia was used as a papal residence and later became the embassy of Venice. It was also a headquarters of Mussolini, who held speeches from the palace’s balcony. Now the building is home to the Museo del Palazzo Venezia, a museum that boasts a large collection of historic decorative arts, such as ceramics, tapestry, early Renaissance paintings and sculptures. Opposite the palace you can observe Palazzo Generali, which was built between 1906 and 1911 and replaced old palazzos, demolished for the expansion of the square.

The Monument of Victor Emanuel II is placed on the square’s southern side and is the most notable and lavishly decorated landmark there. It was built between 1855 and 1911 to celebrate the unity of Italy and is dedicated to king Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of Italy. The monument impresses with its white marble architecture but was criticised for differing from the rest of the adjacent buildings. It changed the appearance of the square completely, but is still worth a visit, at least for the stunning panorama from the top.

Another tourist site on Piazza Venezia is Palazzo Bonaparte, standing on the right side of the Palazzo Venezia. It was built in the 17th Century and has taken the name of Letizia Bonaparte, the mother of emperor Napoleon I. She lived in the palace, also after the fall of her son’s empire and resided there until her death in 1836. What is worth visitor’s attention is the San Marco Church, which was founded in 1336 by Pope Marco and rebuilt later, as the tower remained the only original part of it. Since the piazza is located in the archaeological heart of Rome, there are also the Sepulchre of the Unknown Soldier, Trajan’s column - the most famous column in the world and the Trajan’s market. Do not miss the visit to the Roman Forum and its remains: the Arch of Septimius Severus, the Via Sacra, the Senate Curia, etc. The Mamertino Prison stands where the apostles Peter and Paul were imprisoned. The magnificent view to the Colosseum will become one of your amazing memories from Rome.