The Coin Toss
Use your right hand to throw a coin over your left shoulder; one coin means you'll return to Rome, two means you'll find love.
Description
The Trevi Fountain in Rome is an elegant Baroque masterpiece where water cascades over sculptures in dramatic fashion. Tossing a coin over your shoulder ensures you’ll return to Rome—tradition demands it. At night, when it’s lit up, it’s pure romance. It’s crowded, but magical. The ultimate fountain experience.
Highlights
- Baroque masterpiece and wish-making tradition.
- Toss a coin over your shoulder for good luck.
- Stunning when illuminated at night.
Location
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Piazza Di Trevi, 00187 Rome Rome, Italy
Know Before You Go
Early Bird Gets the Pic
To see the fountain without 1,000 other people, you must arrive between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM.
No Sitting
It is strictly illegal to sit on the marble edges or eat near the water; police will blow whistles and issue fines.
The Night View
The fountain is beautifully lit and much more romantic after 11 PM when the crowds finally thin out.
The Water
The water is recirculated and not for drinking; use the "Nasoni" (drinking fountains) located in the nearby alleys instead.
Example Itinerary
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15:00
Walk from the Spanish Steps
Head south from the iconic Piazza di Spagna, winding through Rome's narrow, boutique-lined cobblestone streets. -
15:30
Visit the Trevi Fountain
Turn the corner into the bustling piazza to marvel at the grand Baroque marble masterpiece and throw a coin over your shoulder into the rushing waters. -
16:30
Stroll to the Pantheon
Walk a few blocks west into the historic heart of the city to stand beneath the monumental ancient Roman dome. -
18:30
Arrive at Piazza Navona
Conclude your evening by walking to the grand, illuminated square by nightfall to enjoy dinner at an outdoor terrace cafe.
