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Aventine Keyhole
LeisureVisit: ~15 min
The keyhole of the door of the priory of the Knights of Malta, in the Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta, on the Aventine. Looking through it, you see in perfect alignment the priory garden and, in the background, the dome of St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. It is one of the most popular curiosities in Rome and is very close to the Giardino degli Aranci.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Aventine Keyhole: 2 missions
- Peek through the keyhole and find St Peter'sWait your turn, go up to the door and look through the keyhole to see the dome of St Peter's framed by the garden.
- Continue to the Giardino degli AranciFrom the Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta, walk two minutes to the Giardino degli Aranci and look out from its terrace over the Tiber.
Near Aventine Keyhole
Basilica of Santa Sabina (Aventine)200 m awayGiardino degli Aranci292 m awayTrapizzino Testaccio526 m awaySanta Cecilia in Trastevere555 m awaySanta Maria in Cosmedin (Mouth of Truth)631 m awayNuovo Mercato di Testaccio780 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Aventine Keyhole?
Allow about 15 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Aventine Keyhole?
Peek through the keyhole and find St Peter's and Continue to the Giardino degli Aranci.
What is there to see near Aventine Keyhole?
Basilica of Santa Sabina (Aventine) (200 m), Giardino degli Aranci (292 m) and Trapizzino Testaccio (526 m).
Source: Wanloria