The Trevi Fountain stands in Piazza di Trevi in central Rome, against the façade of Palazzo Poli. Its broad basin and rocky sculpted setting make it a striking stop; check the official site before you go because access hours can vary.
- Location: Piazza di Trevi, Rome
- Water source: the Virgo aqueduct, still in continuous use
- Nearby: Vicus Caprarius – the City of Water
What to expect at the Trevi Fountain
The Trevi Fountain is a monumental work of sculpture built against Palazzo Poli, with a broad basin, a rocky setting and sculpted plants. It marks the terminal point of the Virgo aqueduct, which Turismo Roma describes as the only ancient aqueduct still in continuous use.
Pope Clement XII launched a design competition for the present fountain in 1732, and Nicola Salvi’s design was selected. Construction ran from 1732 to 1762; Giuseppe Pannini completed the work.
Current hours, access and visitor rules
Access arrangements for the fountain’s basin can change, so check the official fountain website before you go. Turismo Roma warns that hours may vary on some days because of maintenance or public-order requirements.
Opening hours
- Monday and Friday: 11:30–22:00
- Tuesday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday: 9:00–22:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Vicus Caprarius – the City of Water, an archaeological site with a small museum, is a few steps from the fountain. You can combine the two stops without leaving the immediate area.
Best times to plan a stop
There is no single reliable set of access hours to plan around: published details differ, and access can change on some days. Confirm the current arrangements through the fountain’s official website before setting out, especially if you plan to enter the basin area.
For a longer Rome itinerary, the fountain can be one stop on a Rome in a day from Ostiense route. That companion route focuses on planning a day from the Ostiense area.
How do you get to Trevi Fountain from the Ostiense area?
The Trevi Fountain is about 3.2 km from Hotel Pyramid. For local transport connections from Piramide, use this guide to getting around Rome from Piramide as a starting point.
The fountain sits in Piazza di Trevi. For a walk that takes in more of the ancient city, you can connect the visit with Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.
Nearby sights for a longer walk
Vicus Caprarius – the City of Water is just a few steps from the fountain, making it the closest named sight to pair with your stop. The archaeological site includes a small museum.
FAQs
Where is the Trevi Fountain?
It is in Piazza di Trevi in Rome, against Palazzo Poli.
What is special about the fountain’s water source?
The fountain is the terminal point of the Virgo aqueduct, described by Turismo Roma as the only ancient aqueduct still in continuous use.
Are the fountain’s access hours fixed?
Open daily. Access hours can vary on some days. Check the fountain’s official website before you go.