Monti is a great place to stay when you are ready to visit the monuments of ancient Rome. You are literally in the midst of the most ancient part of Rome and down the street from the Colosseum! From the Via dei Serpenti, you can see the Colosseum is perfectly framed at the end of the street. There is no need for directions - it is a straight shot. Don't - Don't head directly for the Colosseum. I'm asking you consider a slight detour.