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Trevi Fountain

Rome, Italy

About Trevi Fountain

The world's most famous fountain — Nicola Salvi's 1762 Baroque masterpiece at the terminus of one of Rome's ancient aqueducts. Visit at 5am to see it empty; by 10am the crowds make coin-throwing impossible. The fountain collects €3,000 daily, donated to charity.

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📍Piazza di Trevi, 00187 Rome

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Why it works for solo travelers

✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
✓ Free to visit.

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