The final home of Romantic poets Keats and Shelley—a tranquil literary shrine at the base of the Spanish Steps.
Where poetry, letters, and rare first editions are kept alive above the crowds.
📍 Location: Piazza di Spagna, 26
⏰ Opening Hours: Mon–Sat, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (closed Sunday)
💸 Entrance Fee: €6
🕓 Suggested Visit Time: 30–45 minutes
🔗 Official Site: https://www.keats-shelley-house.org/
🗺️ Map: Google Maps Link
About Keats–Shelley House
Why We Love It:
A hush falls as you enter the poets’ rooms, set with period furniture, original letters, and a tranquil reading library.
Roman Guides Insider Tip:
The museum’s bookshop is a gem—signed editions and unique gift finds.
Local Secret:
Ask to see Keats’ death mask—a poignant relic kept behind glass.
Did You Know?
🗝️ The house was converted into a memorial just 60 years after Keats’ death by a group of admiring British and American authors.
📚 It holds one of the world’s most extensive collections of Romantic literature.
Nearby Recommendations:
• Climb the Spanish Steps
• Coffee at Antico Caffè Greco (historic poets’ haunt)
• Designer shops of Via dei Condotti