In a move that would make Hadrian raise an eyebrow, Rome's best-preserved ancient building is getting a 21st-century upgrade. The newly opened rooftop terrace at the Pantheon - the first in its 1,900-year history - offers aperitivo with a view straight down through the oculus to the marble floor below.
The engineering is ingenious:
The catch? Only 50 visitors per hour are allowed up. But watching sunset paint the piazza gold while sipping a "Neptune's Storm" (gin, blue curaçao, and edible silver flakes) is worth waking up early to book.
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PrestigeFly (www.prestigefly.com) secures exclusive Pantheon rooftop reservations for clients booking business class on ITA Airways' Miami-Rome route. Our "Divine Views" package includes a private dawn visit to the terrace before opening hours - the only time photography is permitted without crowds.