Piazza di Trevi

Did I or didn't I toss any coins in the fountain ... I can't recall ... but many did.

See Bernini’s captivating Fountain of the Four Rivers and stop at the legendary Trevi Fountain, where centuries of visitors have tossed coins to ensure their eventual return to Rome. Those interested in classical sculpture might choose to plan a visit to the Capitoline Museums, which houses a collection assembled in the 15th century by a pope who loved the arts.

The best time to see and enjoy Trevi Fountain is at night with its perfect lightening and few people around. The later you go the better, because during the day and in the evenings it is full of people, it is almost impossible to make photos and you should be very attentive to your valuable things.

The fountain in the baroque style has been built in the 18th century by Nicola Selvi and finished by Guiseppe Panini. It is attached to the Poli Palace and this makes it even more splendid. The main character of the Fountain composition is the Oceanus (or some say Neptune) sitting on the sea shell guided by seahorses and tritons. The sculpture of the Oceanus is surrounded by other allegoric figures and above it there are bas-relives. One of them is represented by a young woman that shows direction to the springs (aqueducts) located 17 km from Rome.

The bottom of the fountain is full of coins due to the famous tradition: “If you through a coin with your right hand over your left shoulder, you will definitely return to Rome”