Pianta Panoramica di Roma, Augusto Trabacchi’s exuberant 1960 bird’s‑eye panorama of the Eternal City, distills Rome’s layered millennia into a single, brilliantly legible scene. Published by Mauro Gigli at the dawn of the Olympic year, it arrays nearly 500 monuments, churches, palaces, and ruins in luminous color, with the River Tiber coursing in bright blue and parklands glowing in green. Trabacchi’s vantage celebrates both spectacle and orientation: the city’s domes and campanili pop crisply against subtle hachures, while the road network threads the past to the present. It is a notably successful city map because it is at once glamorous and practical—an invitation to explore that doubles as an index to memory—capturing a Rome poised between ancient grandeur and mid‑century momentum.

In the historic core, Trabacchi anchors the view along Via dei Fori Imperiali, the axial route from Piazza Venezia to the Colosseum, with the Roman Forum unfurling in meticulous miniature. The Capitoline and Palatine masses are suggested by gentle shading, while labels draw the eye to the Arch of Titus, the Curia, and the basilicas that punctuate antiquity. Baroque Rome is equally vivid: the Pantheon gleams off Via del Pantheon; the Trevi quarter, laced by Via del Tritone and Via di Santa Maria in Via, eddies with ornate facades; and the Quirinal Palace rises near Via del Quirinale and Via delle Quattro Fontane. Via del Corso and Corso Vittorio Emanuele II read as bold spines knitting piazze, palazzi, and churches into a coherent, walkable story.

The Tiber, rimmed by the Lungotevere embankments, is Trabacchi’s organizing river-road, curving past bridge after bridge to frame neighborhoods on both banks. Trastevere, lively along Viale Trastevere, nestles beneath the Janiculum’s slopes, while St. Peter’s Basilica commands the skyline, approached ceremonially by Via della Conciliazione. Parks blaze in verdant panels: Villa Borghese crowns the Pincian above Via di Porta Pinciana; Villa Doria Pamphilj unfurls across the western heights; and the ancient way southward, the Via Appia, hints at aqueduct‑strewn countryside. Light hachures give the city its relief without overcomplicating the scene—an elegant compromise that favors clarity over a didactic rendering of the seven hills, even as one senses their undulation from the Forum to Via di San Teodoro.

Mid‑century Rome’s tempo registers in the boulevards. Via Vittorio Veneto, the boulevard of La Dolce Vita, arcs from Porta Pinciana; Via Nazionale drives a modern corridor toward the station quarter; and Viale dei Parioli signals the refined uptown districts. Southward, Viale Marconi and Viale delle Medaglie d’Oro trace growth toward the EUR and Monte Mario, while Via Salaria and Via di Pietralata point to expanding northeastern neighborhoods. Trabacchi’s labels shepherd the eye through this evolving metropolis, connecting old routes with new axes—Via del Corso to Via della Repubblica, Viale Trastevere to Corso Vittorio Emanuele II—so that ceremonial vistas and everyday itineraries coexist. On the verso, a crisp road map reinforces this dual purpose, marrying pictorial romance with on‑the‑ground navigation.

Thoughtful insets extend the story beyond the center. The E.U.R. district appears as a model of rationalist planning—gridded boulevards like Viale Città d’Italia and Viale dei Bambini, grand esplanades, and landmark modernism epitomized by the Square Colosseum—evidence of Rome’s postwar confidence. Another inset carries the gaze to Ostia, the city’s maritime threshold, where the modern Lido and avenues such as Via degli Stormi and Via dei Giulio sit within reach of the ancient port’s ruins. By pairing river city and seafront, forum and new town, Trabacchi composes a Rome that is complete: historical yet current, ceremonial yet lived‑in. It is precisely this breadth and synthesis that make his city panorama so compelling—and so uniquely useful.

Streets and roads on this map

• Via Appia
• Via del Corso
• Via della Conciliazione
• Via dei Fori Imperiali
• Via del Tritone
• Viale Marconi
• Viale Trastevere
• Corso Vittorio Emanuele II
• Via Nazionale
• Via Vittorio Veneto
• Viale dei Parioli
• Via di Porta Pinciana
• Via della Repubblica
• Via del Boccaccio
• Via di Villa Peretti
• Via dei Serpenti
• Via del Pantheon
• Via delle Quattro Fontane
• Lungotevere
• Viale delle Medaglie d'Oro
• Via di San Teodoro
• Via del Quirinale
• Via Salaria
• Via degli Stormi
• Via dei Giulio
• Viale dei Bambini
• Via di Santa Maria in Via
• Via di Pietralata
• Via della Libertà
• Viale Città d'Italia

Notable Features & Landmarks

• The River Tiber
• Green parks and outdoor spaces
• Numerous labeled monuments and historic sites
• Inset plans of E.U.R. district
• Inset of Ostia
• Light hachures indicating elevations

Historical and design context

• Map Title: Pianta Panoramica di Roma [Panorama of Rome]
• Mapmaker: Augusto Trabacchi; Publisher: Mauro Gigli; Publication Year: 1960
• Birds-eye view pictorial illustration with a highly illustrated style, bright colors, and detailed artwork
• Geographical scope includes the city of Rome and its extensions to the E.U.R. district and Ostia
• The seven hills are hard to distinguish due to the pictorial relief approach
• Serves as both a visual delight and a historical navigation tool
• Verso includes a practical black-and-white road map

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This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.

This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 100in (250cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.

Please note: the labels on this map are hard to read if you order a map that is 20in (50cm) or smaller. The map is still very attractive, but if you would like to read the map easily, please buy a larger size.

The model in the listing images is holding the 24x36in (60x90cm) version of this map.

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If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.

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This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.

This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.

This map is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The map is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present a map without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas maps and explore the differences between my different finishes.

For something truly unique, this map is also available in "Unique 3D", our trademarked process that dramatically transforms the map so that it has a wonderful sense of depth. We combine the original map with detailed topography and elevation data, so that mountains and the terrain really "pop". For more info and examples of 3D maps, check my Unique 3D page.

Many of our maps and art prints are chosen as thoughtful gifts for homes, offices, studies and meaningful places.

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We make orders locally in 23 countries around the world, so gifts can often be produced close to the recipient. This helps them arrive faster, travel more safely, and avoid customs or import duty surprises.

• We can deliver directly to the recipient
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• Almost every order is made locally, for faster, safer gifting
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If you are not sure what to choose, please contact us. We can help you pick the right map, size, finish or delivery option.

Most orders are made locally and delivered in around 2–3 working days, depending on the product, size and destination.

We print and frame maps and artwork in 23 countries around the world, so your order is usually made close to you or your recipient. That means faster delivery, less time in transit, and no customs or import duty surprises.

Personalised and customised pieces usually take an extra 1–2 working days, because we prepare your design and send it to you for approval before printing.

Very large framed orders can take a little longer, as they need extra care in production and delivery.

Every order is carefully packaged: unframed prints are sent in a strong protective tube, while framed pieces are securely packed with protective materials around the frame.

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Our standard frame is a gallery-style black ash hardwood frame, with a simple, modern look. It is approximately 20mm (0.8in) wide. You can also view some lovely customer photos of framed maps and art.

We use super-clear acrylic glazing, also known as Perspex or Acrylite, instead of traditional glass. It is lighter, safer, and has lower reflectivity, giving the artwork a clearer, cleaner appearance.

Six standard frame colours are available at no extra cost: black, dark brown, dark grey, oak, white, and antique gold. Custom framing and mounting/matting is also available for customers looking for something more specific.

Most maps, art prints, and illustrations are also available as a framed canvas. We use matte cotton canvas, stretch it over a sustainably sourced wooden box frame, and then float the piece within a wooden outer frame. The finished result is beautifully presented, with no glazing between you and the artwork.

All frames are supplied ready to hang, with either string or brackets fitted to the back. Very large frames will include heavy-duty hanging plates and/or a mounting baton. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

We can also supply old maps and artwork on canvas, foam board, cotton rag, and other materials.

If you would prefer to frame your map or artwork yourself, please read our size guide before ordering.

My maps are extremely high quality reproductions of original maps.

I source original, rare maps from libraries, auction houses and private collections around the world, restore them at my London workshop, and then use specialist giclée inks and printers to create beautiful maps that look even better than the original.

My maps are printed on acid-free archival matte (not glossy) paper that feels very high quality and almost like card. In technical terms the paper weight/thickness is 10mil/200gsm. It's perfect for framing.

I print with Epson ultrachrome giclée UV fade resistant pigment inks - some of the best inks you can find.

I can also make maps on canvas, cotton rag and other exotic materials.

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Map personalisation

If you're looking for the perfect anniversary or housewarming gift, I can personalise your map to make it truly unique. For example, I can add a short message, or highlight an important location, or add your family's coat of arms.

The options are almost infinite. Please see my map personalisation page for some wonderful examples of what's possible.

To order a personalised map, select "personalise your map" before adding it to your basket.

Get in touch if you're looking for more complex customisations and personalisations.

Map ageing

I have been asked hundreds of times over the years by customers if they could buy a map that looks even older.

Well, now you can, by selecting Aged before you add a map to your basket.

All the product photos you see on this page show the map in its Original form. This is what the map looks like today.

If you select Aged, I will age your map by hand, using a special and unique process developed through years of studying old maps, talking to researchers to understand the chemistry of aging paper, and of course... lots of practice!

If you're unsure, stick to the Original colour of the map. If you want something a bit darker and older looking, go for Aged.

See some amazing examples of Aged maps.

If you are not happy with your order for any reason, contact me and I'll get it fixed ASAP, free of charge. Please see my returns and refund policy for more information.

I am very confident you will like your restored map or art print. I have been doing this since 1984. I'm a 5-star Etsy seller. I have sold tens of thousands of maps and art prints and have over 5,000 real 5-star reviews. My work has been featured in interior design magazines, on the BBC, and on the walls of dozens of 5-star hotels.

I use a unique process to restore maps and artwork that is massively time consuming and labour intensive. Hunting down the original maps and illustrations can take months. I use state of the art and eye-wateringly expensive technology to scan and restore them. As a result, I guarantee my maps and art prints are a cut above the rest. I stand by my products and will always make sure you're 100% happy with what you receive.

Almost all of my maps and art prints look amazing at large sizes (200cm, 6.5ft+) and I can frame and deliver them to you as well, via special oversized courier. Contact me to discuss your specific needs.