8 Hidden Gems Around Rome! Drive 1 Hour to Reach + Colosseum View Guesthouse

Who knew! So many magical places are hidden around Rome! Within a 1-hour drive, unlock ruined gardens, fantastical sculptures, beach ruins, and finally stay in a guesthouse with a Colosseum view—this trip is truly legendary~😆

First, rush to two “ruin aesthetic masterpieces”! Giardino di Ninfa Park is amazing, with streams, wisteria, and water lilies surrounding the medieval castle church ruins—every photo looks cinematic🌿; Ostia Archaeological Park is even better, after exploring millennia-old ruins, head straight to the nearby Ostia Lido beach for a perfect blend of history and romance~

Two must-visit spots full of fantasy and artistic vibes! Parco dei Mostri is filled with mythical creature sculptures, combined with Viterbo’s natural scenery, it feels like stepping into a fairy tale📜; Giardino dei Tarocchi looks very much like Gaudí’s style, with curves and colors colliding—great for photos, as if you’ve traveled to Barcelona~

Don’t miss these three “villa garden powerhouses”! Villa d’Este is a UNESCO World Heritage site, with mosaics, frescoes, fountains, and grottoes, plus panoramic views of Tivoli town🏛️; nearby Villa Gregoriana is a must-visit too, with waterfalls and rocky trails that are super healing; Villa Farnese has maze-like paths, and the villa is full of historical charm—detail lovers will be thrilled!

There are treasures in the city too! Villa Torlonia is just a 20-minute drive away, with flower beds, fountains, and a gorgeous Temple of Saturn—Rome’s cutest small but beautiful spot~

For accommodation, choose the “Colosseum View Guesthouse”! The balcony offers an unobstructed view of the Colosseum, with a bathtub, private terrace, free parking, and a kitchen to cook pasta. One room sleeps 4 people, super cost-effective—waking up to ancient monuments is pure happiness~

Would you rather drive to explore ruined gardens or Gaudí-style secret spots? Let’s chat in the comments~👇
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Post by thora_6071 | Oct 22, 2025