Last Updated on: 11th October 2023, 08:33 am

Are you in need for the perfect Rome captions for Instagram? I’ve got you covered. Welcome to my personal collections of captions to go with photos of the most popular landmarks in Rome

Rome is a city filled with ancient ruins, historic monuments, and timeless landmarks just begging to be photographed. Capturing these ancient monuments and sharing on Instagram is a must for any visit to the Eternal City.

Just keep scrolling to find the Rome captions that best suit your photos. Consider bookmarking this post for later reference, should you drip-post your Rome photos to Instagram over a longer period of time.

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Creative Rome Captions for Instagram & Pinterest

Here are my most creative captions to pair with Rome photos. Feel free to use them as you see fit. You can steal my Rome photos, too.

Romantic Rome Captions

Like Rome, our love wasn’t built in one day. May it last for eternity!

ROMAntically Yours!

Love and the Eternal City

I love you like sunsets loves Rome

You’re such a ROMAntic!

My eternal love from the eternal city

Strolling under the stars, in awe of Roma’s beauty. 💫 #romanticrome

Wandering through Rome, hand in hand with the love of my life. 👫 #coupleswhotravel

When in Rome, kiss your sweetheart on the Spanish Steps. 💋 #romanholidays

Toss a coin together in Trevi, ensuring our quick return. 🪙 #loverome

Enjoying la dolce vita and fine Italian wine with my soulmate. 🥂#rome #datenight

Moonlit walks along the Tiber with my favorite person. 🌙 #rome #coupletravels

Happily lost in Rome together, no map needed. 🗺️ #rome #wanderlust

Grabbing a scoop of gelato before we share a sweet kiss. 🍦 💋#rome

Strolling under street lights, falling more in love with every step. 💡 #rome #cityoflove

When in Rome, savor every magical moment together. 🥰 #couplegoals

how roma-ntic

Funny Rome Captions & Quotes for Instagram

When in Rome, do as Romans do; eat pasta!

When in Rome, do as Romans do; eat gelato!

Rome-ing on the Tiber

One gelato a day keeps sadness away

In Rome, you can’t go wrong

Rome, where all roads lead to amazing foods

How Roma-ntic!

What’s your favorite gelato a-ROMA?

My Roman holiday! Just what the doctor ordered!

Veni, vidi, tasty!

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Ancient Rome Quotes & Captions

In the footsteps of Julius Caesar

Rome, where past and present coexist

Wandering through past time wonders

Rome, a city that never dies

Walking on the stones of ancient civilizations #rome #romanstreets

The eternal city stands tall #rome #ancientarchitecture

Echoes of ancient glory #rome #romanruins

Vestiges of vanished centuries #rome #romanantiquities

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Quotes about Sunsets in Rome

.. sunset , and sunsets at Rome can be very wonderful

A Wanderer in Rome – by Edward Verrall Lucas

Watching the sun sink behind Rome’s skyline should be on everyone’s bucket list.

#rome #sunset goals

Once more, the Roman sky is on fire… not burning this time

What do Nero and the sunset have in common? They both set Rome’s sky on fire.

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Landmark-specific Rome Captions

Colosseum Instagram Captions

A monument to history standing tall through the ages. #Colosseum

Echoes of the past resonate within these ancient walls. #Colosseum

Legends were made where gladiators fought. #Colosseum

Imagine the roar of the crowd within this epic arena. #Colosseum

A survivors against the ravages of time. #Colosseum

What stories could these walls tell? #Colosseum

A glimpse into Rome’s glorious past. #Colosseum

Walking in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors. #Colosseum

An icon of antiquity in the modern world. #Colosseum

The sands of time cannot erode greatness. #Colosseum

A monument of engineering that has endured centuries. #Colosseum

A testament in stone to Ancient Rome’s grandeur. #Colosseum

A window into spectacular battles of the past. #Colosseum

Where brave gladiators etched their names in history. #Colosseum

A stillness filled with lions’ roars and crowds’ cheers. #Colosseum

A majestic relic of Rome’s golden age. #Colosseum

A glimpse back in time to an ancient civilization. #Colosseum

A standing ovation that has lasted two millennia. #Colosseum

An icon weathered but still enduring. #Colosseum

A monument that has outlived empires. #Colosseum

Trevi Fountain Instagram Captions

Make a splash at this Baroque beauty. 💦 #TreviFountain

Coined phrase: When in Rome, toss coins over your shoulder. 🪙 #TreviFountain

Aquatic architectural wonder of the world’s most romantic city. 😍 #TreviFountain

Worth the hype! This fountain is bellissima. 💖 #TreviFountain

The legends were true. I’m officially spellbound by Trevi’s magic. 💫 #TreviFountain

No filters needed, this fountain is already picture perfect. 🌿 #TreviFountain

Wishing for a quick return to this spot. 🗺️ #TreviFountain

They weren’t kidding, throwing a coin in ensures I’ll be back in Rome. 🪙#TreviFountain

When in Rome, make a wish at Trevi. 💫 #TreviFountain

Time for a photo shoot with my marble minded friend. 🗿 #TreviFountain

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Spanish Steps Captions for Instagram

Climbing these steps is the perfect leg day workout. 🏋️‍♀️ #spanishsteps

138 Spanish Steps to breathtaking views. 😍 #spanishsteps

When in Rome, climb stairs like the Romans do. 🪑 #spanishsteps

These elegant steps are quite the stairway to heaven. 💫 #spanishsteps

The Spanish Steps – Rome’s most charming meeting place. 👫 #spanishsteps

The whole city sprawls before you from the top step. 🏙 #spanishsteps

A perfect perch to enjoy a gelato break while walking your way to the top of Rome. 🍦#spanishsteps

The epitome of Roman dolce vita. 😎 #spanishsteps

These elegant steps are quite the stairway to stunning views. 💫 #spanishsteps

A perfect spot to take in the beauty of Rome from above. 📸 #spanishsteps

Tiber & Lungotevere Rome Captions

Strolling hand in hand along the charming Lungotevere. 👫 #lungotevererome

Enjoying golden hour hues along the Tiber’s shores. ☀️ #lungotevere

Views for days along the banks of the winding Tiber. 📸 #lungotevere

Pontificating with my love on Rome’s picturesque bridges. 💘 #lungotevere

The charming Lungotevere waterfront – bellissimo! 😍 #lungotevere

Isola Tiberina Captions

This serene isle is Rome’s perfect pocket of peace. 🕊️ #isolatiberina

The sun-kissed shores of Tiber Island. ☀️ #isolatiberina

Castel Sant’Angelo Captions

Wandering the storied halls of Hadrian’s mausoleum. 🏰 #castelsantangelo

Crossing the Ponte Sant’Angelo to explore this iconic castle. 🏞️ #castelsantangelo

Legends in Rome. 🗡️ #castelsantangelo

Marveling at Castel Sant’Angelo’s imposing architecture. 🏛️ #castelsantangelo

Echoes of power and prestige within these ancient ramparts. 🏰 #castelsantangelo

Timeworn relic offering glimpses into Rome’s past. 🪨 #castelsantangelo

Strolling the terrace walkways high above Rome. 🚶 #castelsantangelo

Legend has it an angel appeared atop this castle. 👼 #castelsantangelo

Centuries of history housed within this fortress. 🏯 #castelsantangelo

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Food Captions for Your Rome Instagram Posts

I’ve got pizza on my mind and on my plate

In a committed relationship with Roman cuisine. 🍴 #rome #foodiesofinstagram

Roman food, love at first bite 🥰 #rome #foodie

Out here pretending to be Italian with my pizza & wine. 🍷🍕#rome

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Whether it’s the giant Colosseum, the romantic Spanish Steps, the lovely Castel Sant’Angelo, the majestic ruins of the Baths of Caracalla, the Gianicolo Hill panorama, or the picture-perfect Pantheon, let these Rome captions help inspire your Instagram posts.

Even the food in Rome begs for being photographed!

Selfies in the sun don’t work very well, but they still make nice memories. This is me, on one of my self-guided walks in Rome.

Violeta Matei in Rome

Make sure you wear sunscreen and a good hat. The sun in Rome is merciless.

Before you go:

Learning how to navigate Rome’s Ciampino Airport is only the first step to an awesome trip to Italy’s capital city. Read my next article to make sure you pick the right accommodation for you, whether you prefer to stay in a hotel or in a private apartment.

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