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Keats-Shelley House

Keats-Shelley House
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Overlooking the Spanish Steps, the Keats-Shelley House in Rome is a literary sanctuary dedicated to the Romantic poets who found inspiration in Italy’s Eternal City. This 18th-century residence was the final home of John Keats, who died here in 1821, and now serves as a museum honoring Keats, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Lord Byron, and their circle. Opened to the public in 1909, the museum preserves Keats’s bedroom as a poignant memorial and houses an extensive collection of manuscripts, letters, portraits, and personal relics. Visitors can explore the intimate rooms, enjoy panoramic views of Piazza di Spagna from restored terraces, and engage with exhibitions and poetry readings that celebrate the enduring legacy of Romanticism. The museum’s quiet elegance and historical depth offer a moving experience for literature lovers, blending personal tragedy with artistic triumph in one of Rome’s most evocative settings.

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The Keats-Shelley House is located at Piazza di Spagna 26, right at the foot of the famous Spanish Steps in central Rome. It is a charming museum dedicated to the lives and works of British Romantic poets John Keats, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Lord Byron, who were captivated by the Eternal City. The museum preserves Keats’s final residence where he died in 1821, with his bedroom maintained as a poignant tribute. Visitors can explore a rich collection of manuscripts, portraits, letters, and personal relics of the Romantic poets, alongside a small cinema room and a bookshop. The house also features terraces offering stunning views over Piazza di Spagna and the vibrant urban scenery of Rome. Situated in one of Rome’s most iconic areas, the Keats-Shelley House is just minutes from other landmark attractions such as the Trevi Fountain and the Villa Borghese gardens. The nearby Spagna metro station (Line A) offers easy access, while the surrounding neighborhood buzzes with lively cafes, historic architecture, designer boutiques, and charming cobblestone streets. This central location places visitors at the heart of Rome’s artistic and cultural heritage, perfectly blending literary history with the city’s timeless allure.

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