Villa Torlonia consists of gardens and several buildings, including a Neoclassical villa (once owned by the Torlonia family, later used by Mussolini, then used by Allied Forces after they liberated Rome), a theater, and a unique art nouveau house (Casina delle Civette, the "Owl House"). The gardens contain lovely (and some colorful) palm trees, some pretty "ruins," walking paths and fountains, and two obelisks. It's a pretty place for strolling, and you'll find kids playing soccer, or people walking their dogs. The villa contains a museum, as does the Owl House; there is the underground bunker used by Mussolini during WWII (must book a tour in advance); and a nice bar for a drink, which in October was hosting a beer festival.