The best free attractions and experiences in Rome

Rome is one of the few major cities where a lot of the best things are free. Caravaggio paintings hang in churches you can walk into, state museums open their doors for free on the first Sunday of every month and the Vatican Museums on the last, and the views from the Janiculum and the Pincio cost nothing at all.

Here are 18 free things to do in Rome, including what has changed recently.

Admiring Caravaggio’s masterpieces

Caravaggio, one of Italy’s greatest painters, lived and worked in Rome in the late 16^th and early 17^th century. He became widely known for his exceptional use of light, and unsettling realism, and also gained a notorious reputation for his tumultuous private life. So tumultuous in fact, that he’s said to have fled Rome after killing a man during a brawl!

Today one can admire many of his masterpieces in churches, with free admission, all across the Eternal City-this is definitely one of the best free things to do in Rome.

One of the must-see churches is the church of San Luigi dei Francesi near Piazza Navona, featuring his famous paintings of St. Matthew: The Calling of St. Matthew, The Martyrdom of St. Matthew and St. Matthew and the Angel.

Not far from this church, is the church of Sant’Agostino, where you can find his Madonna del Loreto.

His Crucifixion of Saint Peter and the Conversion of St Paul you’ll find inside the Basilica of  Santa Maria del Popolo, in the square of the same name.

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Taking a peek through the Knights of Malta keyhole

Perched on top of the lesser known, but no less impressive, Aventine hill is the keyhole of the Knights of Malta. It’s one of the city’s most enchanting off-the-beaten track sights and can be visited any time of the day, for free. The reason for trudging up a hill and peering through a keyhole might seem obscure to some, but once you’ve glimpsed the view, it makes complete sense. The keyhole is perfectly aligned with trimmed hedges, which then leads the eye to the perfectly framed St. Peter’s Dome. Once there, don’t miss a visit to the enchanting Orange Garden.

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Free museums on the first Sunday of the month

One of the best free things to do in Rome is visiting one of the city’s museums on the first Sunday of the month. Running since July 2014, Domenica al museo, or Sunday at the museum, offers free admission every first Sunday of the month, all year round, to Italy’s state-owned museums, galleries, archaeological sites, monumental parks and gardens.

In Rome, these include the Pantheon, the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, the Borghese Gallery (booking required) and Caracalla’s baths. It can get incredibly busy on these first Sundays, so head out early to avoid the crowds, and check whether the sights you’d like to visit require an online reservation or work on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information and a full list of the places you can visit for free, head over to the Ministry of Culture website.

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Enjoy a free classical concert every Sunday at one of the largest palaces in the world

The Palazzo del Quirinale, or Quirinal Palace, hosts a free classical music concert in its Paolina chapel every Sunday at 12pm. Booking is mandatory. You can either book online, or phone their call centre. The only cost is the €2.50 charged for making the reservation. For more information you can visit the Quirinal Palace website.

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Admire the Colossus of Constantine

A full-scale recreation of the colossal statue of Constantine is on display (for free!) in the garden of Villa Caffarelli at the Capitoline Museums. Built in the early 4th century, only a few marble fragments of the original remain, but experts have reconstructed it to its exact size, an impressive 13 meters tall. Painted to match its original look, the statue offers a glimpse into ancient Rome’s grandeur.

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Go on a free, guided walking tour of Rome

Without a guide we can sometimes miss a lot of the stories behind the places we visit, but paying for one isn’t always possible, especially if you’re traveling on a tight budget. Luckily there are a few tour companies, like Rome Free Walking Tour, Guru Walk and Free Tour Rome that offer free Rome walking tours.

Some companies ask only that you tip your guide, and others ask that you make a reservation online. For more information head over to their websites.

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Visit St. Peter’s Basilica

Visiting the largest church in Christendom is a must-see for anyone visiting Rome. Entering the impressive basilica is free, but the lines to get into St. Peter’s can sometimes be just as impressive as the basilica itself, so make sure you get there early.

The Basilica is open every day from 7am, with closing times that vary by season. Also make sure that you’re dressed appropriately. Men and women’s shoulders and knees should be covered; otherwise you’ll be turned away at the door, no matter how long you’ve been waiting.

Although visiting the basilica is free, the dome and treasury museum have entrance fees. Click here to buy your tickets for St.Peter’s Dome

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See the Pope at the Papal Audience or Sunday Angelus

Seeing the Pope in person doesn’t cost a thing. Every Wednesday at 10am, Pope Leo XIV holds the General Audience in St. Peter’s Square or, in colder months, in the Paul VI Audience Hall. The ceremony usually opens with a ride through the crowd in the Popemobile, followed by a short catechesis and a blessing. Tickets are free, but you need to request them in advance from the Prefecture of the Papal Household.

If you’d rather skip the paperwork, go on Sunday. At noon the Pope leads the Angelus from the window of the Apostolic Palace overlooking St. Peter’s Square, with a short prayer and blessing. No ticket is required: just go through security and join the crowd.

There are no audiences in July, when the Pope spends part of the summer in Castel Gandolfo. For dates, ticket requests and tips for the day, read our guide on how to see the Pope in Rome.

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Vatican Museums are free on the last Sunday of the month

Explore one of the most important sites in the world, the Vatican Museums, which feature incredible art collections, including masterpieces of inestimable historical and artistic value: undoubtedly one of the most famous museums in the world. On the last Sunday of each month the Vatican Museums are free of charge, it may be necessary to wait at the entrance during this special opening as it is not possible to book online. The opening hours are from 9am to 2pm, last admission at 12:30 pm: visit the official website of the Vatican Museums for more information.

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Take a street art walking tour throughout Rome neighbourhoods

Street art has become an important phenomenon all over the world, and Rome is no exception. Walking in almost every district of the city you can admire a series of murals and graffiti created by a series of artists, some even internationally renowned. Discover the thousand identities of the many different neighborhoods of the city: Garbatella, San Basilio, Quadraro, San Lorenzo, Pigneto: a real open-air museum, with no entrance fee!

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See the Trevi Fountain

The Trevi Fountain is the most famous fountain in the world, attracting over 10 million visitors a year. This extraordinary Baroque fountain is an ensemble of mythical figures and wild horses occupying the entire side of Palazzo Poli. When visiting the Fontana di Trevi, it’s tradition to toss a coin over your shoulder to ensure your return to the Eternal City.

The fountain is still free to admire from Piazza di Trevi at any time. Since 2 February 2026, however, close-up access to the basin (“catino”) costs €2 for tourists and non-residents, daily from 9am to 10pm, while residents, children up to 5 and people with disabilities enter for free. Read more here.

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Enjoying a picnic or a bike ride along the Parco degli Acquedotti and Ancient Appian Way

Just outside the city center is one of Rome’s most famous parks – the Parco degli Acquedotti. Far away from the hustle and bustle of the city you’ll find a park with pathways filled with streams, pine trees, and ancient aqueducts. The park is a great historical site and an excellent location for  running and cycling. Plus, entry is free! And just a short bike ride from the park you’ll find the Ancient Appian Way – one of the most famous ancient roman roads. Along Via Appia Antica you’ll encounter numerous monuments, milestones, basilicas and tombs. During ancient Roman times, the road was essential in transporting troops down Brindisi’s port in southeast Italy.  

The park is open from sunrise to sunset, where the sun rays lay over the massive aqueducts, framed by pine trees. If instead of visiting the Ancient Appian Way and Parco degli Acquedotti on your own you’d rather visit them with a group or with a guide, we recommend you reserve a guided bike ride tour here or a golf cart tour on the Appia Antica.

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Get a stunning panoramic view from the Pincio terrace

Rome is well-known for its remarkable history and architecture. And the Pincio Terrace in Villa Borghese is the perfect spot to view Rome from the top. From the terrace you can admire the view of beautiful Piazza del Popolo, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica and much more. The Pincio terrace sits right above Piazza del Popolo, at the end of Via del Corso, and is open to the visitors every day, at all times. The best time to come is at sunset.

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Exploring the architectural and artistic masterpieces of the hundreds of churches in Rome

Visiting the many churches in Rome is a must for anyone. Did you know that Rome is home to more than 900 churches (including some of the oldest in the world)? So there’s no doubt the Eternal City is the most interesting place on Earth when it comes to visiting basilicas, cathedrals and churches. But it’s not just the religious aspect that draws millions of people to visit churches in Rome – each one is unique and boasts architectural or artistic masterpieces, some are even the burial site of some true greats. Among the most beautiful churches to visit there’s the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere – the oldest church in Rome dedicated to the Virgin Mary – featuring six golden mosaics by Pietro Cavallini; the glorious church of Sant’Ignazio di Loyola in Campo Marzio with frescoes by Andrea Pozzo; and the Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli (Saint Peter in Chains) home to the relic of Saint Peter’s chains when he was imprisoned in Jerusalem and Michelangelo’s Moses.

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Enjoy a stroll or bike ride along the Tiber River

The city of Rome has the Tiber River to thank for making it into the developed area it is today–this vital resource is said to be where the city truly began. Today you can enjoy a peaceful walk or scenic bike ride along the water. The bike trail starts from the Basilica of San Paolo fuori le Mura and extends all the way to the Stadio Olimpico, covering a total distance of nearly 10 km along the banks of the Tiber River. The path traverses some of the city’s most popular areas, yet it remains below street level, away from traffic and intersections.

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Pay tribute to the former Jewish Ghetto

In 1555 the Catholic Church chose to revoke all rights of Italy’s large Jewish population and have them confined to this area in Rome. This was just one of many mandates that allowed the Church to establish more control over the Jewish population. In this ghetto people were not allowed to carry out any kind of trade or own any land. Despite the circumstances, the population persisted and survived. Today the Synagogue and the Jewish Museum are some of the most popular tourist attractions as it represents the perseverance and fortitude of an oppressed population.

This destination is of course meaningful in a historical and religious sense, but that is not all it has to offer its visitors. The area is considered one of the most beautiful neighborhoods of Rome and offers an excellent culinary experience from the many restaurants throughout the area.

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Take in the views from the Janiculum Hill

Taking in the stunning views of the capital is definitely one of the best free things to do in Rome. The Janiculum Hill (or Gianicolo) consists of two large avenues that offer gorgeous scenes of the city of Rome. The two paths are lined with beautiful trees and border Villa Aurelia. They merge into one path in the Piazzale Garibaldi that descends down toward the church of Sant’Onofrio. 

The Janiculum Promenade offers views of historic Rome that you cannot get anywhere else. Walking along this path you will also encounter 84 statues of the notable Garibaldi soldiers, the equestrian statue of Garibaldi, the equestrian monument of Anita Garibaldi, and the Lighthouse donated by a community of Italians in Argentina. If you reach the Belvedere del Gianicolo at 12:00pm you can experience a tradition that has been held since 1904, in which three soldiers will load a blank howitzer and fire the cannon shot. 

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Visit one of Rome’s free museums

Not every museum in Rome comes with a ticket. A handful of city-run museums are free for everyone, such as the Museum of the Walls inside Porta San Sebastiano and the Museum of the Roman Republic on the Janiculum, while in EUR La Vaccheria, a former dairy farm, hosts contemporary art shows with free entry. Near the Trevi Fountain, the Accademia di San Luca also opens its gallery for free.

Since February 2026, residents of Rome and its metropolitan area get free entry all year round to city-run sites such as the Capitoline Museums and the Ara Pacis, while some previously free museums, including Villa di Massenzio and the Carlo Bilotti Museum, now charge non-residents. Here’s what changed in 2026.

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Nighttime music performances in Rome’s museums

On Saturday 21 November 2026, Rome’s civic museums stay open late for the 16th edition of Musei in Musica (Museums in Music). From 8pm to 2am, concerts, dance and live performances take over the halls of the Capitoline Museums, the Ara Pacis, Villa Torlonia and more than a dozen other venues across the city.

Last year around 34,000 people took part, making it one of the most popular cultural nights of the year in Rome.

For one night, the museums of the Sistema Musei di Roma Capitale become stages for classical music, jazz, contemporary sounds, dance and theatre, with performances designed for the spaces that host them. It’s a chance to hear live music surrounded by ancient sculpture, Renaissance frescoes and modern art, and to see some of the city’s collections at an unusual hour.

The same ticket gives access to the performances, the permanent collections and the temporary exhibitions on show in each museum. Doors open at 8pm and close at 2am, with last entry at 1am. Admission costs €1 per museum.

The full programme of concerts and shows will be published in November on the Musei in Comune website. We’ll update this page as soon as it’s out.

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Participating museums

• Capitoline Museums
• Centrale Montemartini
• Mercati di Traiano – Museo dei Fori Imperiali
• Museo dell’Ara Pacis
• Museo di Roma at Palazzo Braschi
• Museo Napoleonico
• Museo di Roma in Trastevere
• Museo Pietro Canonica
• Musei di Villa Torlonia (Casina delle Civette, Casino Nobile, Serra Moresca)
• Museo Carlo Bilotti
• Museo di Scultura Antica Giovanni Barracco
• Museo Civico di Zoologia
• Museo della Repubblica Romana e della Memoria Garibaldina
• Galleria d’Arte Moderna
• Museo di Casal de’ Pazzi
• Parco Archeologico del Celio – Museo della Forma Urbis
• Villa di Massenzio

Other venues may join the programme once it’s announced.

Musei in Musica 2026: FAQ

When is Musei in Musica 2026?

Saturday 21 November 2026, from 8pm to 2am, with last entry at 1am.

How much does it cost?

Admission is €1 per museum, and the ticket includes the performances, the permanent collections and the temporary exhibitions.

Do all the concerts take place on the same night?

Yes. All performances in every participating museum take place on the evening of 21 November, so you can move from one museum to another during the night.

Where can I find the programme?

The programme will be published in November on the Musei in Comune website. This page will be updated with the highlights as soon as it’s available.

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A rich program at the Rome Opera House: discover the magic of opera, ballet, and great music at the historic Costanzi Theatre.

Teatro dell’Opera di Roma has gained an increase in international prestige over the years, hosting performances by world-renowned artists such as Caruso, Gigli, Del Monaco, Maria Callas, Renata Tebaldi, Montserrat Caballé and Raina Kabaivanska, as well as acclaimed orchestra conductors Toscanini, De Sabata, Klemperer, Abbado and the Master Riccardo Muti since 2008. And the 2026-27 season is no exception.

The new season takes its title from a line in Lucia di Lammermoor, “il dolce suono mi colpì” (“the sweet sound struck me”), and spans almost three centuries of music: from Gluck’s 18th century to the 20th century of Stravinsky, Shostakovich, Bartók and Bernstein, by way of Verdi, Donizetti, Puccini, Rossini and Giordano, all the way to a world premiere by Nicola Sani.

The new season at Teatro dell’Opera di Roma offers 12 new productions across opera and dance, with 9 operas, 2 operas in concert, 7 ballets (one performed by students of the Ballet School), 3 special events and 2 tours by the Ballet Company. Performances are split between the Teatro Costanzi, the Teatro Nazionale and the Teatro Valle, which reopens this year.

The dance program ranges from great classics such as Swan Lake, Don Quixote and a new Raymonda to leading names in contemporary choreography, including John Neumeier, Wayne McGregor, Alexander Ekman and Sharon Eyal. Guest stars include Marianela Nuñez, Daniil Simkin, Vadim Muntagirov and, for the first time at the Costanzi, Alina Cojocaru.

Also on the program are special events and concerts spanning music, dance and theatre, from one-night-only performances by Anna Netrebko and Cecilia Bartoli to an Easter concert in Orvieto Cathedral. The season will culminate, as every year, with the Rome Opera summer festival.

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Opera

The new Opera di Roma season opens, as usual, on November 27, this time under the sign of Stravinsky. The Rake’s Progress returns to the Costanzi after 58 years in a new production conducted by Music Director Michele Mariotti and directed by Spanish director Rafael R. Villalobos, making his Rome debut. Further performances run from November 29 to December 5, and the production is broadcast by Rai Cultura.

Umberto Giordano’s Andrea Chénier (January 17 to 26, 2027) returns in Marco Bellocchio’s production, with Daniel Oren on the podium. Sonya Yoncheva, Brian Jagde and Ludovic Tézier lead the cast, alternating with Angela Meade, Gregory Kunde and Ariunbatar Ganbaatar.

A new production of Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor (February 21 to 28) is staged by American choreographer Karole Armitage, making her Costanzi debut, with sets and costumes by Daniela Ciancio. Giacomo Sagripanti conducts. Jessica Pratt sings Lucia, alternating with Gilda Fiume, while Edgardo is sung by Xabier Anduaga and René Barbera.

Verdi’s I due Foscari (March 13 to 21) returns in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s 2001 production, reimagined for the occasion. Riccardo Frizza conducts, with Nicola Alaimo making his role debut as Francesco Foscari alongside Marta Torbidoni and Kang Wang.

Robert Carsen returns to the Costanzi with Gluck’s Iphigénie en Tauride (April 18 to 27), absent from Rome for 40 years, in the production first seen at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées. Alessandro De Marchi conducts, with Axelle Fanyo in the title role.

Shostakovich’s Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District (May 14 to 22) is staged at the Costanzi for the first time in its history, in Barrie Kosky’s production for the Komische Oper Berlin. Juraj Valčuha conducts, with Olesya Golovneva and Dmitry Ulyanov in the leading roles.

A new production of Verdi’s Il trovatore (June 22 to July 1) is directed by Daniele Menghini and conducted by Nicola Luisotti, both making their Rome Opera debuts. The cast includes Marina Rebeka and Vasilisa Berzhanskaya (Leonora), Vittorio Grigolo and Angelo Villari (Manrico), Ekaterina Semenchuk (Azucena) and George Petean (Count di Luna).

After 26 years, Puccini’s La rondine (September 18 to 26) returns in a new production by Andrea Bernard conducted by Francesco Lanzillotta, with Ermonela Jaho and Francesco Meli as Magda and Ruggero.

The opera season closes with Rossini’s La Cenerentola (October 1 to 10), directed by Mario Martone and conducted by Michele Mariotti, in a co-production with the Abu Dhabi Festival. It is staged at the Teatro Valle, where the opera premiered in 1817, in the year the theatre reopens. Angelina is sung by Ekaterine Buachidze, a graduate of the “Fabbrica” Young Artist Program, alongside Dave Monaco, Paolo Bordogna, Pietro Spagnoli and Luca Tittoto. This production is also broadcast by Rai Cultura.

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Dance

The 2026-27 dance season opens with Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake, on stage at the Costanzi over the holidays from December 17 to 31 in Benjamin Pech’s choreography, conducted by Ido Arad. Fumi Kaneko dances Odette/Odile, while Vadim Muntagirov and Paul Marque, Étoile of the Paris Opera Ballet, alternate as Siegfried.

From February 4 to 10, 2027, John Neumeier returns to the Costanzi with Third Symphony of Gustav Mahler, a new production for which he also designs the sets, costumes and lighting. Simon Hewett conducts. Alina Cojocaru, former Principal Dancer of the Royal Ballet, guests in three performances, her first on the Rome stage.

From March 31 to April 4, the triple bill Motus brings together three leading names in contemporary choreography: Nicolas Blanc’s From Afar, set to music by Ezio Bosso, Wayne McGregor’s Borderlands, his first work at the Costanzi, and Alexander Ekman’s Fit.

Minkus’s Don Quixote (June 4 to 11) returns in Laurent Hilaire’s choreography, conducted by Martin Yates. Marianela Nuñez and Patricio Revé dance Kitri and Basilio on June 4 and 6, with Madeleine Woo and Daniil Simkin on June 8 and 10.

The season closes from October 6 to 13 with a new production of Raymonda, set to Glazunov’s score, choreographed by Jean-Guillaume Bart and featuring students of the Ballet School. Nicolas André conducts. The production is broadcast by Rai Cultura.

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Concerts and special events

Two operas in concert and three special events complete the program.

December 4, 2026, Teatro Costanzi. Anna Netrebko sings Judith in Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle, with bass Alexander Köpeczi and the Hungarian Radio Symphony Orchestra conducted by Henrik Nánási. The program also includes Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 and Piano Concerto No. 1, with soloist Misi Boros.

March 3, 2027, Orvieto Cathedral. Michele Mariotti conducts the Orchestra of the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma in Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater, with Emőke Baráth and Sara Mingardo. The concert is broadcast by Rai.

March 18, 2027, Teatro Costanzi. The Orchestra Nazionale Barocca dei Conservatori, conducted by Ignazio Maria Schifani, plays Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 on period instruments, marking the bicentenary of the composer’s death, alongside two unpublished concertos by Ranieri Nanni in their first modern performance.

April 21, 2027, Teatro Costanzi. In dialogue with Iphigénie en Tauride, Sergio Rubini performs Piccinni e Gluck, una corona per due, a theatre piece by Valerio Cappelli about the famous rivalry that divided late 18th-century Paris.

May 27, 2027, Teatro Costanzi. Cecilia Bartoli returns as Rosina in Rossini’s Il barbiere di Siviglia, exactly forty years after first singing the role at the Rome Opera. She is joined by Les Musiciens du Prince-Monaco conducted by Gianluca Capuano and the Rome Opera Chorus.

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At the Teatro Nazionale

A second season runs alongside the Costanzi’s at the Teatro Nazionale, with titles focused on new work and the next generation of artists.

November 24 to December 3, 2026. Students of the Ballet School perform Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker in Paul Chalmer’s choreography.

December 18 to 23, 2026. Bernstein’s Peter Pan is staged for the first time in Italy, with Luca Micheletti as both director and performer.

January 23 to 27, 2027. Le Cenerentole features artists from the “Fabbrica” Young Artist Program and the Rome Opera Children’s Chorus, directed by Antonella Lo Bianco. The show is also designed for schools.

April 20 to 24, 2027. The triple bill Echoes brings together Rafael Bonachela, Sharon Eyal and Diego Tortelli, who creates the new piece PINK FLOYD’s DIAMONDS.

May 19 to 26, 2027. World premiere of Nicola Sani’s Code: Unknown, with a libretto by Franco Ripa di Meana, who also directs. Marco Angius conducts. The opera tells the story of a man and a boy separated by a form of neurodivergence, and is accompanied by an accessibility program for autistic people.

May 23, 2027. Marking 35 years since the Capaci and Via D’Amelio massacres, Gery Palazzotto’s È ancora troppo presto revisits some of the darkest chapters in Italian history, directed and narrated by Isabella Ragonese, with music by Rodrigo D’Erasmo.

Summer Season

In summer 2026, while restoration works were underway at the Baths of Caracalla, the Rome Opera House moved its summer festival to the Circo Massimo. From June 29 to July 31, the program brought together opera, ballet, cinema and symphonic music under the Roman night sky, with highlights including Aida, Roberto Bolle and Friends, Romeo e Giulietta, Carmina Burana and The Gladiator in Concert.

The program and venue for summer 2027 will be announced in the coming months. Click here to discover the 2026 summer festival.

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When to go, how to get free tickets and what to expect at a Papal Audience or Sunday blessing in St. Peter’s Square 

Planning to see Pope Leo XIV during your trip to Rome? You have two main options: the Wednesday General Audience, which requires a free ticket, and the Sunday Angelus in St. Peter’s Square, which doesn’t. Here’s when they take place, how to get tickets and what to expect on the day.

When are the Papal Audience and the Angelus? 

The General Audience takes place on Wednesday mornings at 10am. Depending on the season and the weather, it’s held outdoors in St. Peter’s Square, indoors in the Paul VI Audience Hall or, occasionally, in St. Peter’s Basilica. The Pope usually opens with a ride through the crowd in the Popemobile, then gives a short catechesis, greets pilgrims in several languages and closes with the Apostolic Blessing.

There are no audiences in July or when the Pope is travelling, and the schedule can change at short notice. Check the official calendar of the Papal Household a few days before you go.

On Sundays, the Pope leads the Angelus at noon from the window of the Apostolic Palace overlooking St. Peter’s Square, with a short prayer, a reflection and a blessing. The whole thing lasts about 15 minutes. During the Easter season, the Angelus is replaced by the Regina Caeli, with the same format. 

During the peak summer weeks, the ceremony shifts to the papal summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, where people gather in Piazza della Libertà following a scenic train ride up from Rome.

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How to get tickets for the Papal Audience

You don’t need a ticket for the Angelus. Just head to St. Peter’s Square, go through security and find a spot in the crowd.

The Wednesday General Audience does require a ticket, but tickets are always free. Request them through the online form of the Prefecture of the Papal Household, indicating the date and the number of people. Apply as early as you can, especially in spring and autumn.

Visitors from the United States can also request tickets through the Pontifical North American College. Once your request is confirmed by email, you collect the tickets at their office in Via dell’Umiltà 30 from 3pm on the Tuesday before the audience. Use one channel only: don’t request tickets from both.

Tickets booked through the Prefecture are collected at the Bronze Door, under the right-hand colonnade of St. Peter’s Square, from 3pm to 7pm on Tuesday or from 7am on Wednesday morning.

Didn’t book in time? The Swiss Guards at the Bronze Door sometimes hand out leftover tickets in the days before the audience, but there’s no guarantee.

If you’d rather not deal with requests and pickups, you can book a guided Papal Audience experience. The tickets themselves stay free: what you pay for is the service. A local guide handles the reservation and pickup, meets you on Via della Conciliazione and takes your small group to a good vantage point in the square, explaining the ceremony while you wait. The tour ends when the audience begins.

On the day, arrive two to three hours early if you want a seat near the barriers and a close view of the Popemobile. Security lines can be long, particularly in high season.

What to wear to the Vatican 

Shoulders and knees should be covered for the General Audience and are required to enter St. Peter’s Basilica, so dress accordingly if you plan to visit afterwards. Large suitcases and oversized backpacks are not allowed past security. In summer, bring water and a hat: seating in the square has no shade.

For the full rules on clothing, security and what to bring, see our guide to the Vatican Dress Code & Packing Tips.

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On Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October, the multidisciplinary festival of contemporary arts returns to Rome

This year, the fifth edition of Romadiffusa has chosen the Esquilino neighbourhood as its stage. After last year’s success, with more than 80,000 visitors, over 100 iconic locations and more than 200 artists, musicians and creatives taking part, the travelling festival is heading to the city’s most multicultural district for 2026.

Expect roving performances, concerts and live music in the square, exhibitions spread across the area, open studios by artists and artisans, private homes opening their doors, readings and stand-up comedy in bars and osterie, workshops, tours and much more.

The dates are 10 and 11 October, when the neighbourhood becomes a diffused cultural platform connecting artists, residents, communities, cultural institutions and local businesses, with a programme that winds through squares, markets, gardens, museums, historic buildings, bars and shops.

Piazza Vittorio will be the heart of the event, and from here a packed programme will spread out across the area: from the work of eight artists at the Nuovo Mercato Esquilino (among them Fiamma Montezemolo, Wu Ming 2 and Lorenzo Teodonio, Lulù Nuti and Andreco) to readings of Chinese diaspora literature at Hang Zhou (Sonia‘s well-known Chinese restaurant), all the way to jazz concerts under the porticoes of Gatsby and video art at Machiavelli. The Accademia Costume & Moda will host several events: a video screening by Rä di Martino, a live show of the podcast Dicono di te by Malcom Pagani (Chora Media) and, finally, a site-specific installation by Numero Cromatico on the building’s façade.

The concept behind the 2026 edition

The theme of the fifth edition is “ROMA CITTÀ ETERNA ODIERNA” (Rome, city of eternity today). The title reveals the aim of placing, alongside the Rome known worldwide for its historical and artistic heritage, a contemporary Rome that is alive and changing. A city that is not just an “open-air museum”, but a dynamic, participatory place that produces culture today.

“All too often, the way the city is portrayed, even when it’s done well, relies on the ‘open-air museum’ idea and on a narrative that ignores its contemporary, vibrant side. At the same time, Rome struggles to work as a system: the public sector rarely talks to the private sector, artists and creatives find it hard to secure funding for larger-scale projects, and there are countless organisations working on similar projects without knowing about each other, with no container where they can come together and emerge. Romadiffusa wants to be that container.”

Sara D’Agati, Artistic Director of the festival

The all-female team behind Romadiffusa, a project founded in 2021 by Sara D’Agati and Maddalena Salerno, is mapping the entire city, neighbourhood by neighbourhood, in search of its most authentic and interesting places: artisan workshops, bookshops, artists’ studios, libraries, museums and historic buildings, but also hidden courtyards, traditional bars and osterie, grocery shops, bakeries, creative spaces and small galleries. Original places that, sadly, are often at risk of disappearing.

At the same time, for each edition, artists, musicians, performers and designers are brought in through a research process and a “call for content” to create site-specific work.

The Romadiffusa Esquilino programme

Piazza Vittorio becomes one of the festival’s main hubs, with a programme that blends music, talks, sport and performance.

Art takes over the streets with a series of exhibitions and installations across the neighbourhood: works by Cecilia Sammarco appear at Torrefazione Ciamei and Bar allo Statuto; Caterina Silva curates an exhibition of emerging women artists from different cultures, spread between a bakery, a minimarket and local shops; and Andrew Iacobucci creates a site-specific installation at Bar D’Amore.

Many artists are opening their private studios to the public, including Fiamma Montezemolo and Tarek Elhaik, Mohamed Keita, Serafino Maiorano and Elena Bellantoni, while the neighbourhood’s galleries host special events at Ultravioletto and La Nube di Oort, with the finissage of Mexican artist Hiram Constantino.

The area’s cultural institutions are also taking part with special openings and events: Palazzo Merulana hosts a performance by Chinese artist Yuan Gong, curated by Liliana Liao; Acquario Romano and the Giardino di Confucio join the programme with performances, dedicated activities and talks (including one featuring the Eterobasiche and the Bambole di pezza, organised by Fanpage in collaboration with Romadiffusa). Fondazione Treccani Cultura brings a lecture performance by Thony and Sofia Assante to the square, at Horti Magici.

Tours

Rounding off the programme are tours and workshops to explore Esquilino from unexpected angles: from architecture tours with Panteon Magazine and Casa dell’Architettura to places of worship with Superdiversa, a neighbourhood tour with Unexpected Itineraries, an esoteric tour, and workshops in mosaic, woodcarving and tailoring.

All events are free, except for some workshops, tours and talks with limited places, which can be booked here.

SEE THE FULL PROGRAMME

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Rome’s biggest event celebrating and protecting the Tiber returns from 2 to 11 October

The eighth edition of Tevere Day, Rome’s leading event dedicated to reviving and protecting the Tiber, runs from 2 to 11 October 2026. For ten days the river takes centre stage with over 130 events along more than 80 kilometres of its course, from Nazzano and Farfa down to Ostia and Fiumicino, spanning sport, the environment, culture, archaeology, boating, performances and community initiatives. Behind them is a network of over 200 associations, organisations, sports federations and companies.

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What’s New in 2026

The biggest new addition this year is the Giornata del Tevere, a day dedicated to the river that the Tevere Day Association hopes will become a fixed date in the city calendar on the second Saturday of October. The first one takes place on Saturday 10 October: from 11am to 1pm, thousands of flowers will be handed out on six pedestrian bridges (Ponte Milvio, Ponte della Musica, Ponte Sant’Angelo, Ponte Sisto, Ponte Fabricio and Ponte della Scienza) to be cast into the current as a collective tribute to the river. The opening ceremony is at 12.30pm on Ponte Milvio, while Ponte della Musica hosts Le 7 Arti, a performance by artist Francesca Chialà.

Also making its debut is Parchi di Sport, Urban Games: from 2 to 4 October, between Ponte Milvio and the Foro Italico, the new riverside parks will host demonstrations and open sessions of takeball, fencing, darts and footvolley, along with activities for families and older people. It runs from 11am to 5pm on 2 October, then from 10am to 5pm on 3 and 4 October.

Events not to miss

Vogalonga Tiberina, 10 October at 10am. The historic regatta sets off from the new Parco Fluviale Tiberis at Ponte Marconi and finishes at the Idroscalo di Ostia, with around 100 boats including canoes, rowing boats, dragon boats and kayaks. This year’s patron is two-time Olympic sailing champion Caterina Banti. The Roma-Ostia bike ride, organised with Sentiero Pasolini, leaves at the same time. Information and registration at vogalongatiberina.it.

Teverevivo, 2 to 11 October. Marevivo’s Floating Hub at Scalo de Pinedo becomes Tevere Day’s environmental village, with talks on art, science and conservation, the RiscARTI festival, the March for the Sea, guided tours and a science space run by ISPRA, Italy’s environmental research institute, dedicated to the river’s ecosystem.

Parliamo di Tevere, 5 to 11 October. Around 30 talks in bookshops, libraries and museums. The series opens on 5 October at 6pm at Temple University, Via di San Sebastianello 3, and closes on Sunday 11 October, from 3pm to 5pm, in Piazza San Bartolomeo all’Isola on Tiber Island, with a public conversation hosted by journalist Giuseppe Di Piazza.

The “Noi Siamo Tevere” campaign

In 2026 “Noi Siamo Tevere” (“We Are the Tiber”) continues. Promoted by the Tevere Day Association, the campaign involves volunteers, associations and neighbourhoods in caring for the river all year round. This year several companies have also joined, taking part directly in hands-on initiatives.

The message remains the same: looking after the Tiber is everyone’s responsibility, all the more so now that its central stretch is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A river that brings people together

Created to give the Tiber back a central role in city life, Tevere Day has grown over the years into a genuine grassroots movement. Working with sports federations, associations, institutions and local groups, it has helped restore numerous green spaces along the river and give them back to the public, who now use them again.

This eighth edition continues along the same path, bringing together associations, schools, neighbourhood committees, sports clubs, artists and residents to make the Tiber ever more accessible and lived-in, and recognised as a public space, a place for culture and a driver of urban regeneration.

Read the full programme on tevereday.org

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Top Art Exhibitions in Rome – Autumn 2026

Looking for the best exhibitions in Rome this autumn 2026? Rome is preparing to welcome art lovers with a full season of exhibitions, featuring some of the biggest names in art history alongside modern and contemporary masters. From Kandinsky‘s leap into abstraction to Keith Haring‘s street-born visual language, by way of Pontormo‘s Mannerist genius, Rembrandt‘s revolutionary etchings and the Mediterranean colour of Guttuso, the autumn scene promises a journey through time, borders, culture and artistic expression.

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Palazzo Bonaparte opens the season with a major retrospective on Vassily Kandinsky, bringing together around seventy works that trace the artist’s entire path across Russia, Germany and France. The show follows his early figurative years, the birth of abstraction in Munich, his return to Russia during the revolutionary period, the Bauhaus years and his final Parisian phase. A significant part of the works comes from the collections of the Centre Pompidou. The exhibition is curated by Angela Lampe.

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The Historical Museum of the Infantry pays tribute to one of the greatest printmakers of all time with a show devoted to Rembrandt’s graphic work. Curated by Patrizia Foglia, it brings together around fifty works on loan from public and private collections, including the etching Self-Portrait with Saskia featured on the exhibition poster. The selection captures the revolutionary force of his prints: light and shadow, the sacred and the everyday, self-portraits and scenes of daily life, all used to probe the depth of the human soul.

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Palazzo Braschi presents more than 140 works and documents, drawn largely from the Nakamura Keith Haring Collection. The path runs across the artist’s whole career, from his early New York pieces to the celebrated Subway Drawings, alongside political posters, sculptures, paintings and works from his final years. The show reconstructs the visual language with which Haring turned the line into an immediate, instantly recognizable public sign. New York and the urban culture of the 1980s form the essential backdrop, where art, music, the street, activism and pop culture all enter the same visual system.

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The Scuderie del Quirinale stage the first major monographic exhibition ever dedicated to Pontormo. Produced in partnership with the Uffizi Galleries, it brings together the artist’s key masterpieces and presents him as one of the most original figures in sixteenth-century Florentine painting, at the turning point between the High Renaissance and Mannerism. The show follows how the classical language is transformed into a deeply personal style, with works on loan from the Uffizi and from major Italian and international institutions. Curated by Cristina Acidini with a team of specialists in the Florentine Cinquecento.

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The Historical Museum of the Infantry also hosts a tribute to the Sicilian master Renato Guttuso, one of the leading figures of twentieth-century Italian painting. Curated by Vittorio Sgarbi with Marina Giordano, the show gathers around sixty works spanning the 1930s to the 1980s, including the oil Ritratto di Mimise con il cappello rosso, together with drawings and prints. The selection highlights the visual, symbolic and chromatic elements rooted in Mediterranean culture and reworked by the painter from Bagheria.

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The traditional celebration of the Marian miracle returns on 5 August

On August 5 Rome hosts a captivating event that defies the summer heat both symbolically and practically – the celebration of the Madonna della Neve (Our Lady of the Snows). This cherished occasion involves the recreation of an extraordinary miraculous snowfall outside the magnificent Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore.

The Legend of La Madonna della Neve

According to ancient legend, in the 4th century, a devout Roman couple sought divine guidance on donating their possessions to the Church. In response to their fervent prayers, the Virgin Mary appeared to them in a vision on the night between August 4th and 5th, 358 AD. She revealed that a miraculous event would occur, guiding them to the precise location for the construction of a new church.

That very night, an astonishing snowfall covered a hill in the Esquiline district. Word of this celestial event reached Pope Liberius, who went to the snowy site and traced the outline of the planned church. With the generous contribution of the devoted couple, the church was built, solidifying the legend of the miraculous snowfall.

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Though historical evidence supporting the legend is scarce, the event is celebrated annually with unwavering devotion. As the snow gently descends from the sky, Rome relives this extraordinary story, continuing a tradition that has captivated hearts for centuries.

An Enchanting Spectacle Awaits You in Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore

The eagerly awaited 2026 edition of this magical spectacle, supported by the City, the Vatican, and the Ministry of Culture, will take place on Wednesday, August 5th in Piazza di S. Maria Maggiore. This year’s celebration is dedicated to Pope Leo XIV, to the memory of Pope Francis and to the hope for peace in the world.

During the day, the “Miracle of the Snow” is re-enacted inside the basilica with a cascade of white petals falling from above, a symbolic snowfall marking the ancient legend.

The first re-enactment takes place in the morning, during the singing of the Gloria at the 10:00 AM Solemn Mass, presided over by Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas, Archpriest of the Basilica.

The second is held at 5:00 PM, during the singing of the Magnificat at Vespers, presided over by Archbishop Luis Manuel Alí Herrera.

In the evening, the square comes alive with the spectacular artificial snowfall, accompanied by lights, music and the Carabinieri band. Now in its 42nd edition, the show runs from 9:00 PM to midnight and draws thousands of Romans and visitors every year.

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Is August a good time to visit Rome?

August in Rome is hotter than you could ever imagine, and it’s the month of Ferragosto, the national holiday on August 15th introduced by Emperor Augustus in 18 BC, when Italians flock to the seaside. Some shops and bars in residential areas close as Romans take their well-deserved holidays, and for a couple of weeks the city belongs to visitors.

That’s exactly why August has its own charm. The streets are quieter, the lines for major attractions shrink, restaurants in the center stay open, and the city fills up with open-air festivals, concerts and night openings you won’t find any other time of the year. If you don’t mind the heat and plan your days around it, August can be one of the most enjoyable months to experience Rome.

Here’s everything you need to know: the weather, what to wear, what’s open on Ferragosto, and the best things to do. And to avoid long queues under the sun, remember to book your tickets and tours in advance.

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The weather in Rome in August

Summer in Rome is hot and humid, and August is its peak. During the day, average temperatures range from 30°C to 38°C (86°F to 100°F), cooling down to around 24-26°C in the evening. Rain is rare, the sun is relentless.

The trick is to plan your days like the Romans do: visit outdoor sites like the Colosseum, Roman Forum and ancient ruins early in the morning, keep air-conditioned museums and churches for the afternoon, and take a proper break after lunch. Evenings are when the city comes alive, so save your energy for aperitivo hour onwards.

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What to wear in Rome in August

Pack light, but pack smart:

1. Comfortable shoes are non-negotiable: Rome is paved with cobblestones. Breathable trainers or sandals with thick soles work best.
2. Shorts are fine for walking around, but you won’t be allowed into religious sites with knees uncovered.
3. T-shirts are ideal: light, and they cover your shoulders, so you can enter any church or the Vatican.
4. A scarf or light shawl is the smartest item in your bag: it lets you cover shoulders on the spot when entering churches, without wearing sleeves all day.
5. Sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat: the sun is on full blast, and getting burnt on day one is not the souvenir you want.
6. A handheld fan for the lines at attractions.
7. A bathing suit, in case you head to a swimming pool or one of the beaches near Rome.
8. Long pants or a dress for the evening: Romans dress smart-casual for dinner, and some clubs require a shirt, dark pants and proper shoes for men.

One more local tip: fresh drinking water is free and everywhere in Rome. The public fountains, known as ‘nasoni‘ for resembling big noses, are scattered across the city. Bring an empty bottle and refill as you go.

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Events in Rome in August 2026

August in Rome is anything but empty. The Estate Romana program fills the city with open-air concerts, film screenings and festivals: outdoor cinema under the stars, music and nightlife on the river banks at Lungo il Tevere, opera and ballet at the Baths of Caracalla, jazz at Village Celimontana, and night tours of the Colosseum by moonlight. And on the night of August 10th, the feast of San Lorenzo, Romans head to Gianicolo hill, the Pincio terrace or the Appia Antica to watch the shooting stars.

→ Discover all the best events in Rome this August

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Ferragosto in Rome: what to expect on August 15th

Ferragosto is the heart of the Italian summer: families gather for long lunches, picnics and days at the beach, and many businesses close for the day or the surrounding week.

The good news for visitors: most of Rome’s museums and archaeological sites remain open on August 15th, including the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Borghese Gallery. The main exceptions are the Vatican Museums, which close for the holiday, along with many family-run restaurants and shops. Book your Ferragosto dinner table in advance, and double-check opening hours for anything on your list that day.

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The best things to do in Rome in August

Escape to the beach

If the heat gets too much, do as the Romans do and head to the coast. Ostia is the closest, and pairs the seaside with a remarkable archaeological site: the Ostia Antica Archaeological Park. About an hour away by train you’ll find Santa Marinella and Santa Severa, with its castle right on the sea, while Anzio, Fregene, Sabaudia and Sperlonga offer some of the region’s best beaches and seafood. Check out our guides to the best beaches near Rome and the best restaurants on the Roman coast.

Our favorite escape of all? A day trip to the island of Ponza.

Cool off in a swimming pool

If leaving the city is not an option, Rome has plenty of swimming pools open in August: from the athletic Piscina Belle Arti near Villa Borghese to the Olympic-sized Piscina delle Rose in EUR, up to luxury hotel pools where you can spend a full day between loungers and cocktails.

Get on (and along) the water

August is the perfect month to see Rome from its river. Go rafting along the Tiber, or head to the Castelli Romani for a kayak tour on the lake.

Explore the city in the cooler hours

Early mornings and evenings are made for exploring. Ride a bike or a golf cart along the Ancient Appian Way, zip through the city on a Vespa tour, discover Rome’s best murals on a street art Vespa tour, or join a small group walking tour of the city center, including a guided visit to the Pantheon.

For the classics, a guided tour of the Vatican Museums or the Colosseum with skip-the-line access will save you hours of queueing under the sun.

Traveling with kids? Turn sightseeing into a game with a treasure hunt in Trastevere or Villa Borghese, and check out our full guide to visiting Rome with kids.

Slow down in the parks

The August heat is the perfect excuse to make a real holiday of it. Relax in the shade of Villa Borghese or Villa Pamphilj, lose yourself in the Caffarella Park, or explore the Park of the Aqueducts at sunset.
Discover all the best parks and gardens in Rome: the city rewards those who move slowly.

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Restaurants open in Rome in August

Eating out is one of Rome’s greatest pleasures, but August requires a little planning: some restaurants close for a week or two as owners take their holidays, especially around Ferragosto. Most places in the center stay open throughout the month.

Our advice: pick a few spots from our guide to the best restaurants in Rome or our dining al fresco guide, and book a table in advance, so you’ll know whether they’re open during your stay. For something more casual, check out the best summer hangout spots in Rome.

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Night tours at the Colosseum are back – every Tuesday and Thursday from 8 to 11 PM

Starting Tuesday, July 14, the “A Night at the Colosseum” initiative returns — a guided tour that offers the rare opportunity to visit the Flavian Amphitheater after dark, including areas usually closed to the public.

The 60-minute tour once again includes the first level of the monument, the arena floor, and the underground tunnels — a truly unmissable chance to uncover the secrets of Rome’s most iconic landmark.

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The Night Tour

Special evening openings are scheduled every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with last entry at 9:50 PM. Tours are conducted in small groups of up to 25 people per slot.

The visit unfolds like a story, told from the perspective of the spectators who once filled the Colosseum, as well as that of the protagonists of the spectacles held throughout the day, from wild animal hunts (known as venationes) to the munera, the gladiator combats – fighters who were admired and cheered like today’s football stars.

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The Tour Itinerary

The night tour begins at the northern entrance arch, once the main access point for emperors. From the arena floor, visitors enjoy a striking view of the cavea while learning about the grand spectacles once offered to the Roman public.

The tour then leads into the underground area, featuring the permanent exhibition “Spectacles in the Colosseum Arena: The Protagonists”, which highlights the lives of gladiators and wild animals involved in the shows, with dramatic elements like:

• A holographic projection of gladiators emerging from the darkness
• A 2nd-century AD mosaic depicting a hunting scene
• Ancient graffiti, oil lamps, and lift mechanisms used to bring fighters and beasts to the arena
• Full-scale replicas of gladiator armor, from the retiarius to the murmillo

Are you ready to enjoy an unforgettable show? All you have to do is book your visit on the official website of the Colosseum Archaeological Park, just remember that tickets are available ONLY on the official website, starting 7 days before the scheduled visit date.

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From July 14, 2026
Flavian Amphitheater – Piazza del Colosseo, 1

Guided tour times (in Italian, Spanish and English):
From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Tickets:

• €50.00 full price (includes Full Experience ticket €24.00 + guided tour €26.00)
• €28.00 reduced price (Full Experience ticket €2.00 + guided tour €26.00)
• €26.00 for those eligible for free admission — covers the guided tour only

Tickets are available 7 days before the visit date, only on the official website

colosseo.it/en/tickets/a-night-at-the-colosseum/

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The sweltering heat isn’t the only thing rising in Rome this summer. As of July 2026, the standard Pantheon entry ticket has officially gone up from €5.00 to €7.00. It’s not going to break the bank: an extra €2.00 to preserve 2,000 years of history is a small price to pay to stand inside the ancient world’s greatest architectural marvel. Even with the price hike, the Pantheon remains the cheapest major monument to visit in the entire city.

How Much Does It Cost to Visit the Pantheon in 2026?

The standard Pantheon ticket price is now €7.00. Reduced tickets and free entry categories (under 18s, Rome residents, worshippers attending mass) remain in place. For full visitor information, opening hours and history, read our complete guide to visiting the Pantheon.

When Is the Pantheon Free to Visit?

If you happen to be strolling past the coffee-scented streets of Piazza della Rotonda on a Sunday, you may be in luck: like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, the Pantheon is completely free on the first Sunday of every month. Keep in mind you’ll have to queue for a physical ticket, as online booking isn’t available on free days.

On any other day, our advice is to book your Pantheon tickets online and in advance, when the piazza gets crowded, nobody wants to melt in line under the midday sun.

Is the Pantheon Worth Visiting?

Absolutely. The dome of the Pantheon is still the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome, rebuilt by Emperor Hadrian nearly two millennia ago. Born as a pagan temple dedicated to all the Roman gods, in 609 AD it was gifted to the Pope and consecrated as a Christian church, Santa Maria ad Martyres. The hole at the top of the dome, the famous oculus, is the building’s only source of light. And for those wondering what happens when the heavens pour: yes, it rains inside! Rain, hail, storms or religious upheaval, the most fascinating thing about the Pantheon is its survival story.

Want to Get More Out of Your Visit?

A guided visit brings the Pantheon’s 2,000 years of history to life. Here are two experiences we recommend:

Pantheon Private Tour

Rome City Center Walking Tour with Pantheon Guided Visit

So yes, ticket prices have risen, but don’t fret. Book your ticket online, walk through those 2,000-year-old bronze doors, and look up.

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Where to eat on the Roman coast: Fiumicino, Ostia, Fregene, Santa Severa, Santa Marinella, Ladispoli and Anzio

The sun shines on the Roman cobblestones: it’s time to leave the city behind and head towards the salty breeze of the coast. Just a short drive from Rome, the Lazio coastline is one of Italy’s most exciting seafood destinations, home to Michelin-starred kitchens, family-run trattorias and beach clubs where you can eat with your feet in the sand.

Fiumicino, Ostia, Fregene, Maccarese, Ladispoli, Santa Severa, Santa Severa, Civitavecchia, Anzio, Torvaianica and Nettuno await you, your short sleeves and your sunglasses. The time for spaghetti alle vongole and orata in crosta is here.

From Gianfranco Pascucci and Lele Usai’s Michelin-starred tables in Fiumicino to historic seafood trattorias in Anzio and the new wave of openings along the coast, here is our complete guide to the best restaurants on the Roman coast, where to get your boost of iodine and so much more.

Where to eat in Anzio 

Da Alceste

Piazzale Sant’Antonio, 6
06.9846744

Da Alceste is a historical fish restaurant in Anzio, a point of reference for seafood cuisine and the portodanzese tradition. Alceste and Giuseppe’s children, Gino and Maria Elena Regolanti, keep the family tradition alive with historical dishes with a modern touch. Among the first courses, you’ll find big classics like spaghetti with clams or with anchovies and pecorino as well as main courses with a vintage taste like pesce all’acqua pazza, fresh fish, cooked in a flavorful broth, or guazzetto di pesce, a wholesome fish stew. The beautiful terrace is worth a mention.

Da Romolo al porto

Via Porto Innocenziano, 19
06.9844079 

Among the most well-known restaurants in Anzio, Walter Regolanti’s Romolo al Porto certainly deserves a shoutout. With about 100 seats between the indoor room and the porch, Walter offers a daily cuisine that bets everything on the local produce: fish, crustaceans, shellfish in an infinite variety of hors d’oeuvres, culminating in a pasta dish that feels like dessert. Their winery is also excellent, full of bubbles, not to be underestimated. 

Pierino

Piazza C. Battisti, 3
06.9845683

Alessandro Catarinozzi’s Pierino is a historical name. The seafood you eat here is in its most authentic and classical form. There are crudités, fresh pasta, risotto alla pescatora, ands simple main dishes accompanies by seasonal side dishes, like the orata al forno with porcini mushrooms. Foie gras is also available. The canteen is wide and the service informal but well-prepared and knowledgeable.

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Where to eat in Fregene

La Scialuppa da Salvatore

Via Silvi Marina, 69
06.66560002

A beach club with restaurant for over sixty years. Nearly two hundred covers spread across the dining room, veranda and beach, you literally eat with your feet in the sand. Young chef Fabio Di Vilio experiments intelligently with locally caught fish and vegetables from the family garden: bruschetta with clams, strozzapreti alla pescatora, and a risotto with anchovies, almond cream and charred orange. A wine list of over two hundred labels.

La Baia di Fregene

Via Silvi Marina, 1
06 66561647

A Benny Gili institution, despite the large number of covers, it’s almost impossible to get a table without booking days in advance. Authentic, unpretentious yet carefully crafted cooking: pasta with wedge clams or with vongole, seafood carbonara, raw seafood and the iconic bruschetta with smoked sardine and red onion.

Casa Carmen 

Lungomare di Ponente 103
06.69341945

A Spanish flair in a young, lively atmosphere: raw seafood and red prawn tartare, spaghetti with clams and bottarga, mixed fried fish, ceviche, Galician-style octopus and lobster. The outdoor grill is the real highlight of the place. A second location has opened in Fiumicino on the Lungomare della Salute, with sea views.

Puntarossa Da Renatone

Viale dei Monti dell’Ara, 425 – Maccarese
06.6672300

Puntarossa da Renatone is the meeting spot for tv personalities and foodies. Under the porch you will enjoy amazing food prepared daily by Renato Salvatori, who goes by Renatone. His first courses of the day are unparalleled, usually fresh pasta, sometimes stuffed. The crudités are delicious, and so are the bruschette and the fritti. The most popular choices are tonnarelli cacio e pepe con le cozze (mussels), tagliatelle alla gricia di spigola, and octopus salad and potatoes with red onion confiture. The service is welcoming and knowledgeable, just like the wine selection, curated personally by Maurizio.

Santa Lucia (Maccarese)

Via della Luna
06 8540230

The restaurant and farmhouse, Santa Lucia, located just three kilometers from the coast in Maccarese, offers a serene and high-quality experience. The carefully designed suites and restaurant are surrounded by two saltwater pools and a solarium, which altogether create a picturesque setting. Chef Daniele Lubei’s gastronomic offerings revolve around the principle of sustainability and the love for local agriculture, on which basis he designed an exquisite five-course vegetarian tasting menu. The wine, happy-hour and breakfast options are also of exceptional quality.

Maccarè

Via dei Pastori, 24 – Maccarese
06 6678286

In the charming village of Maccarese, next to the Castello di San Giorgio, Stefano Callegari is behind this pizzeria that has become a go-to spot for the northern stretch of the Roman coast. Crispy crust, high-quality local ingredients, classic and seasonal pizzas, plus the “scudi”: small pizza-based bites topped with local specialities. A great selection of craft beers, a lovely outdoor seating area in the village square in summer. Average rating of 4.5/5 across over 600 Google reviews.

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Where to eat in Ladispoli

Da Aurelio @ La Posta Vecchia

Palo Laziale, Via Palo Laziale
06.9949501

Located in La Posta Vecchia, the former residence of Jean Paul Getty, Da Aurelio Restaurant boasts a sunlit terrace overlooking azure waters. This restaurant redefines authentic Italian cuisine with a contemporary twist. Chef Andrea Barcia and his team invite you to embark on a gastronomic journey. The menu emphasizes fresh, locally sourced ingredients from the hotel’s garden and trusted suppliers. Each dish reflects a commitment to quality and sustainability, central to their “Il Dolce Far Bene” program.

Malibu – Mare & Cucina

Lungo Marina di Palo, snc
06 9948689

Set inside the Malibu beach club in Ladispoli, Malibu Mare e Cucina is a seaside restaurant and cocktail bar open daily from breakfast to dinner. Overlooking the water in a breezy, elegant setting, it offers a refined take on Mediterranean seafood. The menu features crudo platters, red prawn tartare, ricciola sashimi, and handmade pasta like tagliolini with sea urchin and scampi. Creative starters and beautifully plated mains are paired with a curated wine list and signature cocktails, perfect for a full-flavored experience by the sea.

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Where to eat in Santa Severa

Albergo Pino al mare

Via Cneo Domizio, 32
0766 570027

Simple, genuine cooking based on locally caught fish and vegetables from the surrounding countryside. You can eat inside the hotel, on the veranda, or with your feet in the sand: excellent fried seafood, raw fish and freshly made pasta dishes. If in season, do not miss the persimmon tiramisù.

L’isola del pescatore

Via Cartagine, 1
0766 570145

Just a few steps from Santa Severa Castle is the restaurant L’Isola del Pescatore. Here, guests are welcomed by Fabio Quartieri in a relaxed atmosphere where you can taste the amazing local produce, whether indoors or outdoors. Their antipasti are a must: many small dishes to try a bit of everything. First courses are generous and desserts fantastic. If you want to eat by the castle and be looked after by a knowledgeable team, this is the place for you.

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Visit the Castle and the Medieval Village of Santa Severa

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Where to eat in Fiumicino

Pascucci al Porticciolo

Viale Traiano, 85
06.65029204

One Michelin star and much more for Pascucci al Porticciolo, the restaurant of Gianfranco Pascucci and Vanessa Melis. Him in the kitchen, her front of house: in an ethereal, elegant and sea-inspired setting, the cooking is anything but conventional. Locally caught fish and the salt-marsh herbs of Fiumicino take centre stage, with touches drawn from game and the East. The menu changes constantly and can be explored through several tasting menus.

Il Tino

Via Monte Cadria, 127
06 5622778 

On the upper floor of Nautilus Marina is Il Tino, Lele Usai’s one-Michelin-star restaurant. A single dining room, very few covers, round tables and a romantic yet elegant atmosphere. At the open kitchen, the chef works with locally caught fish, elevating it through contemporary techniques and pairings: the iodine garden, smoked scampi and vanilla risotto, the Bouillabaisse as a tribute to Gérald Passédat. Two tasting menus to choose from, with an optional wine pairing.

QuarantunoDodici

Via Monte Cadria, 127
06.6581179

Lele Usai moves between fine dining and neighbourhood trattoria: on the ground floor of Nautilus Marina sits his bistrot. In a bright, spacious setting, the cooking is direct, gutsy and changes day by day: raw seafood and spaghetti with wedge clams, Thai-style mussels sauté, smoked mackerel with mixed leaves and hard-boiled eggs. The pink prawn cream risotto is excellent, as is the mixed fried fish. Service is very informal and quick.

L’Osteria dell’Orologio

Via della Torre Clementina, 114
06.6505251

Osteria dell’Orologio is a small yet vibrant restaurant, where Chef Marco Claroni creates wonderful and innovative dishes using the local catch. From aged salted tuna heart to bresaola and bottarga, the cured seafood options are exceptional. The menu also includes excellent raw and cooked fish, fresh pastas, and daily specials. The desserts are also worth a try and the wine room, expertly tended by Marco’s wife Gerarda, offers a fantastic selection.

Follis

Via della Torre Clementina, 146
06.39915713

Elegant and refined, yet dynamic and easy-going. Quality cooking with a wide choice of seafood dishes and a nod to the land, a carefully curated cocktail list and a wine selection of over 700 labels with generous space given to champagne and French wines.

Clementina

Via della Torre Clementina, 158
328.8181651

Some of the best Roman-style pizza in Lazio can be found here at Luca Pezzetta’s. Roman pizza, pizza al trancio, pizza al padellino and focaccia agricola, all topped with fish cured in-house in the walk-in ageing fridges on display. Try the Capricciosa with olive soil, tuna or amberjack prosciutto and grey mullet roe. The fried dishes are excellent too.

La Marina

Via della Torre Clementina, 140
06.65047360

Alessandro Pietrini’s cooking is straightforward and sincere: fresh fish is the pride and backbone of the menu, with outstanding raw seafood, freshly made pasta dishes and juicy mains. The menu changes day by day according to the best the Fiumicino sea has to offer. Next door is La Marina Sushi Bar, with creations that blend Japan and Italy.

Ippolito

Via della Torre Clementina, 158/B – Fiumicino (RM)
392 846 1233

A contemporary osteria opened in January 2025 by Luca Pezzetta’s group, right next to the Clementina pizzeria on the canal port. Young chefs Marco Fedeli and Andrea Alberghetti propose a cuisine rooted in the territory, telling the story of Fiumicino through locally auctioned catch, vegetables from Maccarese and meat from small local farmers. The menu changes regularly: fettuccine with white octopus ragù, artichoke-stuffed cuttlefish, Roman-style braised rabbit. The name is a tribute to Sant’Ippolito, patron saint of Fiumicino.

Mare Bistrot

Via della Torre Clementina, 126 – Fiumicino (RM)
334 797 8290

A bistrot opened in spring 2024 by Gianfranco Pascucci (Michelin star), Alessandro Pietrini and Luigi Amoruso. An easy-going format for high-quality seafood cooking: a handful of tables inside with an open kitchen, a few seats outside on the waterfront. A dynamic menu built around the daily catch: sea bass carpaccio with walnuts and samphire, spaghetti aglio e olio with prawn tartare, bluefin tuna tataki. Spectacular fried seafood and excellent value for money.

Tenuta del Duca

Via Carlo del Prete s.n.c. – Fiumicino (RM)
366 238 6289

A few minutes from the airport, in a carefully restored 1930s farmhouse belonging to the Sforza Cesarini family near Lago di Traiano, Rosario Malapena and Cristina Sebastiani have opened their inn and restaurant. The Entroterra restaurant is led by chef Alessandro Lambiase, with a menu spanning sea and land: fresh fish from the Fiumicino fish auction and selected cuts from butcher Achille Cerulli. A wine cellar of over one hundred labels. Rooms available for those who wish to stay the night.

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Where to eat in Ostia

La Vecchia Pineta

P.le dell’Aquilone, 4
06.56470255

Since the 1930s, the terrace of La Vecchia Pineta restaurant has captivated Romans with its steadfast and unpretentious seafood cuisine. The menu features a trio of appetizers that include an enticing seafood salad, marinated mullet, and julienned vegetables with citrus shrimp, each honouring the local sea. To follow the appetizers, the risotto alla pescatora and the fried squid and shrimp have become over the years, key legends at the restaurant and are therefore a must-try!

Royalbeef x Splendori Pizza

Via Rutilio Namaziano, 16/18
06.51844763

And if you’re tired of fish, let there be meat! Royalbeef in Ostia breaks the mold and warmly welcomes you to indulge in delicious meat dishes in a coastal setting. Entrepreneur Giuseppe Domenico Larosa proudly presents a wide variety of meats from around the world, expertly grilled and cut at your table. The latest addition? RoyalBeef now serves pizza too, crafted by pizzaiolo Alessandro Splendori, featuring a high-quality dough and a menu worth exploring.

Osteria Landi

Via Claudio, 26/28 – Lido di Ostia (RM)
06 563 05565

In the heart of Ostia’s pedestrian island, Emanuele Landi (front of house) and chef Claudio Prossomariti (kitchen, trained at Lele Usai’s school) have created one of the best addresses on the Roman coast. A single, intimate space with a long leather sofa, counter and open kitchen. A short, essential menu built around the local catch: no vacuum-sealing or low-temperature cooking, just the grill and the pan, with homemade bread and pasta. A dynamic, artisanal wine list. Ranked first on TheFork in Lido di Ostia, with a 9.4/10 rating.

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Where to eat in Santa Marinella

Molo21

Lungomare Guglielmo Marconi, 21
328.6692629

Molo21 in Santa Marinella is simple and relaxing, almost fit for meditation. It’s a restaurant facing the sea where you can enjoy light hors d’oeuvres like tuna tartare, trawl sashimi, shrimp mince, and then a traditional spaghetti alle vongole or linguine with pane, burro e alici. To start in great style, you can’t not order a selection of oysters.

Il Trabucco

Lungomare G. Marconi, 123
0766.379370

Set above the sea in Santa Marinella, Il Trabucco offers a contemporary seafood experience at a historic seaside location. The menu balances raw and cooked dishes, prepared with high-quality ingredients and seasonal produce. Expect refined Mediterranean flavors – from classic recipes to contemporary reinterpretations – all served on a panoramic terrace that captures the spirit of the coast.

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Where to eat in Torvaianica

266 La Barraca

Lungomare delle Meduse, 266 – Pomezia
06.85386554

Lazio’s cuisine blends with that of Spanish Galicia: everything that’s freshest from local fishing boats, respecting seasonality and availability. The menu tells a family story rooted in Palermo, Ponza and northwestern Spain.

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Where to eat in Civitavecchia

Esterina

Via Aurelia Sud, 25 – Civitavecchia
0766 036 296

A historic seafood restaurant, fully renovated and reopened in summer 2025 under chef Anastasia Paris. The main dining room looks straight out onto the sea through large windows, while the lower level houses the more informal Terrazza Capri. The kitchen gives a contemporary spin to the day’s catch from the local port: raw, marinated, smoked and cured preparations in the “La geometria del porto” section, spaghetti alle vongole, risoni with mantis shrimp and grilled apricot, and red mullet with tuna mayonnaise. Sea-view suites are also available.

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Where to eat in Nettuno

La Taverna di Bacco

Largo Luigi Trafelli, 5 – Nettuno
+39 366 905 3795

Highlighted by the Michelin Guide and awarded the Gambero Rosso 2026 Due Forchette, this small restaurant in the historic center of Nettuno surprises with its chic interiors — Carrara marble tables, soft lighting, large windows — and the creative cuisine of chef Filipe Dos Santos. A tasting menu builds an original bridge between tradition and innovation: monkfish with chocolate shavings, entrecôte with oyster and rhubarb sauce, venison glazed in chocolate with sour cherry. The cellar holds over six hundred labels between France and Italy.

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Discover Roman cuisine and enjoy a delicious meal of your own creation in Rome

It’s always wonderful to be able to bring back souvenirs after a vacation. And perhaps the best souvenirs of all are intangible: the new things you have learned while away. Go home with a souvenir to last a lifetime as you spend your time in Rome learning to cook fine Italian cuisine in one of these unique cooking classes, or embark on a food tour to savor unique Roman foods.

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Rome Food Tours & Experiences

1. Private Campo de’ Fiori Market Tour & Cooking Class in Rome

€115

Explore Campo de’ Fiori market with a private English-speaking chef, then learn to make fresh pasta, ravioli and tiramisù. Finish the experience with a full meal, wine and limoncello in an exclusive cellar setting.

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2. Pizza and Tiramisù Cooking Class in Rome

€65

Learn how to make authentic Italian pizza and traditional tiramisù in a hands-on cooking class in the heart of Rome. Prepare your own dough, choose your toppings, and enjoy your creations with bruschetta and drinks.

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3. Fettuccine, Ravioli and Tiramisù Cooking Class in Rome

€70

Discover the secrets of Italian cooking as you prepare fresh fettuccine, ricotta-filled ravioli and homemade tiramisù from scratch. At the end, sit down and enjoy your meal with wine, limoncello or espresso.

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4. Rome Food Market tour

€90

This food tour takes place in the foodie neighborhood of Rome close to Vatican City. Your introduction to Italian cuisine begins with a freshly made cannolo while sipping on a cappuccino. Next enjoy the best pizza in Rome at the legendary Pizzarium, try cheeses and cured meats, truffles, aged balsamic vinegars, olive oils and other treats and visit the Trionfale market, with its captivating characters, colors and sounds. Daily toppings are impossible to predict, but expect to find the highest quality, in season produce. Following the market, savor two types of homemade pasta from a locally loved family owned restaurant. D.O.C.G Vermentino wine is offered. The tour ends at an artisanal gelateria called Fatamorgana.

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5. Pasta and Tiramisu Making Class in a Family Owned Roman restaurant

€90

This experience incorporates both a cooking class in Rome, to learn the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine in a locally loved Roman restaurant, as well as a visit to one of the cities most popular gourmet food shops for delicious tastings. Learn the art of crafting traditional dishes like handmade pasta and creamy tiramisu, and culminate your experience by savoring your creations in the dining area

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6. Pasta & Gelato Cooking Class

€79

Join a fun and hands-on cooking experience in the heart of Italy and learn how to make one of its most iconic dishes: pasta! Guided by our professional chefs, you’ll prepare a rich egg-based pasta dough and use it to create two traditional pasta shapes, each paired with a fresh, seasonal sauce. Along the way, you’ll pick up expert tips and techniques to easily recreate everything at home.

While the pasta dough rests, dive into the sweet side of Italian cuisine with a gelato-making demonstration. Discover the history, authentic ingredients, and methods behind this beloved dessert, plus insider advice on how to spot the best gelaterie during your travels in Italy.

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7. Trastevere Food Tour

€135

With Rome’s Trastevere Food Tour you will visit 4 locally loved venues for over 20 delicious tastings, while admiring the beautiful architecture, cobblestone streets and ivy-coated buildings. Tastings include 30 year aged balsamic vinegar, truffles, cheese, hams, D.O.C.G wine, pizza, homemade pasta, gelato and more.

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Rome celebrates LGBTQ+ rights on Saturday 20 June 2026.

On 20 June 2026, Rome will celebrate the 32nd edition of Roma Pride with a vibrant demonstration of visibility, rights and LGBTQIA+ pride. As it has for more than three decades, the city will come alive with a colourful parade featuring floats, music and dancers.

The theme of Roma Pride 2026 is expressed through the slogan “La Repubblica è di chi la abita” — “The Republic belongs to those who live in it.”

Marking the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, this year’s edition draws inspiration from the values of the Constitution: freedom, equality, dignity and self-determination. The message underlines that citizenship and fundamental rights must belong to everyone, including LGBTQIA+ people, without discrimination or exclusion.

The official campaign also highlights the need to defend LGBTQIA+ rights at a time when communities in Italy and abroad continue to face marginalisation, violence and attacks on trans and non-binary identities.

The official ambassadors of Roma Pride 2026 are singers Levante, Francesca Michielin and Margherita Vicario, three artists joining the event as allies of the LGBTQIA+ community.

The Parade

The Pride Croisette opens its doors from 11:30 a.m., kicking off a packed programme of events that will lead the city towards the Roma Pride Grand Parade.

The parade will kick off at 3pm from Piazza della Repubblica, winding its way through the city and past iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum. The festivities will conclude at Viale delle Terme di Caracalla (Pride Croisette).

The celebrations will begin on Friday, 19 June with Amiche del Roma Pride, a special concert at Atlantico Live opening the Roma Pride weekend. The evening will bring together Levante, Francesca Michielin, Margherita Vicario, Sarah Toscano, Malika Ayane and Ariete for a collective celebration of music, freedom, visibility and LGBTQIA+ rights. The concert starts at 9pm, on the eve of the main parade.

The Pride Croisette

In the weeks leading up to the parade, the Pride Croisette returns to the Baths of Caracalla from 28 May to 20 June 2026. Now in its tenth edition, the free festival brings together live music, performances, comedy, talks, political debates, nightlife and community events in one of Rome’s most atmospheric summer settings.

This year’s programme features artists, activists and personalities including BigMama, Federica Cacciola, Fabio Canino, Serena Bortone, Marco Bianchi, Pierluca Mariti, Chiara Galeazzi, Karma B and many others. Roma Pride ambassador Margherita Vicario officially opens the Croisette with a special live performance.

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Don’t miss the best events in Rome this June

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Rome’s Must-Have Apps

When it comes to navigating the city like a local, Rome is such a popular destination that it can be a challenge to wade through the sea of books, blogs, websites, and magazines to truly find the best advice. But what could be easier than pulling out your phone? With these 16 apps, you can explore the city’s food culture, brush up on your history, learn Italian, find a doctor and more. It’s like having an expert on all the best things to do in Rome right in your pocket!

Before downloading all the apps you’ll need in Rome, make sure you can actually stay connected. Holafly offers travel eSIMs that let you use mobile data as soon as you arrive in Italy, without searching for a local SIM card.

BEST APPS TO LEARN ITALIAN

BABBEL

Starting with zero Italian, I tried Babbel and found it welcoming. During setup it asks how much time you can spend, your level, and whether you want reminders; you can also set weekly goals, so it fits your schedule. Lessons start with simple quizzes that teach common words while showing spelling and pronunciation in real time. It builds confidence quickly. The app will advance your basic language understanding quickly, but the free trial only gives access to one lesson, after that it is subscription based.

DUOLINGUO

Language doesn’t have to be a barrier, and when in Italy it most definitely shouldn’t be. Food, drink and destinations should be at the top of your Italian language list. Duolingo is the ultimate app to start learning some basic Italian before and during your trip to Italy. Each mini-lesson takes you through a language or grammar skill using pictures, short translations, listening activities and more to help you brush up on your Italian basics or solidify key language concepts all in a fun and easy to use format. Armed with the basics, you’ll have a lot of fun testing out your skills with the locals. Brava!

ITRANSLATE

There are some words in Italian you simply don’t want to botch, whether it’s in spelling, meaning, or pronunciation. Like penne. Take our word for it. Enter iTranslate. This leading dictionary and translation app allows you to start voice-to-voice conversations in over 100 languages. The app also provides verb conjugations in different tenses, and can detect different dialects. You are bound to impress yourself when using this app abroad. They offer a 7-day free trial and then charge you € 9,99 weekly or € 99,99 / year.

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Best apps to learn italian

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BEST APPS ON THE GO

CITYMAPPER

If you can brave the public transportation system in Rome, power to you. But do it right. CityMapper provides users with the fastest routes, latest updated times, real-time locations, and the distances from metro/bus stops. The app also features the carsharing capability which enables users to check out available cars, scooters, and also cabs nearby.  The “issues” section lets you know of any problems occurring on your route in real time, like traffic, strikes, a closed metro station. CityMapper can also remember your recent and frequent trips so you don’t have to!

FREE NOW

Your closest bet to an Uber experience is this trending app. FREE NOW, formerly My Taxi, has been around since 2015 and is arguably the most efficient way to get around using Rome’s competitive taxi services. Order your taxi in two taps, track your driver in real time, pay cashless, and take advantage of this app when continuing to move around Europe. It also allows you to pre-order service in advance. You can save your favorite drivers (pick up on that last in-depth convo) and…Heading to the airport at the end of the week? Try their pick-up and drop-off service on demand.

URBI

Urbi is the best solution to the multitude of car sharing, scooter sharing, bike sharing, and cab opportunities in Rome. They work with Enjoy, ShareNow, Cooltra, Dott, and more companies. By allowing the app to see your location, Urbi shows you all the available vehicles nearby that you can reserve at any given moment. Say goodbye to opening a dozen different apps to check what is closest or cheapest, Urbi takes care of that for you! You do need to have an account for the apps that you want to reserve a vehicle with, but Urbi merges everything into one map which allows you to take faster decisions!

PROBUS

Probus (Probus Rome) is a lightweight, no-frills transit app that nails the essentials: live bus and tram arrivals, nearby stops, route maps, simple trip planning, and service alerts for Rome. It’s fast, lets you save favorite stops, and surfaces updates when routes change. Because it relies on official data, accuracy is generally solid. Available on iOS and Android, it’s a dependable everyday companion for getting around the capital.

MOONEYGO

MooneyGo is one of Italy’s most complete mobility apps: you can buy Rome’s ATAC tickets and passes, pay for street parking, and handle everyday travel in one place. Beyond Rome, it covers 140+ transport operators across Italy and includes route planning plus train/bus ticketing. It also offers extras like electronic tolling (e-toll) and roadside assistance, which makes it handy for drivers. Availability varies by city because services depend on local partners, but for visitors and residents in Rome it works smoothly for tickets, validation, and parking.

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ESSENTIAL APPS

MEDINACTION

When you’re traveling or living abroad, the last thing you want to worry about is tracking down an English-speaking doctor when you’re sick. MedInAction is a medical service that will deliver a qualified doctor right to your doorstep 24 hours a day. Choose where and when you want the doctor to come. You can also book a video consultation with a a doctor. This app revives the tradition of Italian doctors making house calls, except it’s faster, more modern, customized, and all right at your fingertips!

ACQUEA

Acquea is a handy, eco-minded app for finding free drinking water across Rome. It maps 150,000+ fountains and water points (including nasoni and water houses), shows you the nearest one with directions, and lists water-quality info where available. Recent updates add curated routes and a simple hydration tracker, and the app is available in English, Italian, and Spanish. Coverage is strongest in Rome and central Italy, and while a few users note occasional glitches, overall it’s cleanly designed, free, and great if you carry a refillable bottle.

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BEST APPS FOR FOOD LOVERS

DELIVEROO

If you could dine out in Rome every night, the Italian economy would applaud, and your palate would be forever changed. But it’s not always practical. Enter Deliveroo, the food delivery app that brings premium cuisine to your Roman abode on demand. With a sleek interface, curated foodie locales, and frequent offers, it makes eating in feel like dining out. Postcode-friendly, diet-conscious, and easy to use, it delivers all the perks of takeaway without the hassle.

TOO GOOD TO GO

So much food goes to waste every day because of over-production. Too Good To Go alerts you of any food shops, cafes, or restaurants nearby that have a surplus of produce they can no longer sell the next day. You can reserve a box full of goodies for a very discounted price, usually around €5. All you have to do is go pick it up at the time the app tells you. You are helping the environment by helping consuming extra food that would be otherwise thrown in the trash, and also eating full meals for unimaginable prices. Be a part of the change!

THE FORK

It can be overwhelming looking for somewhere to eat in Rome, because the options are limitless. Forget all that time wasted looking for recommendations online, and start using TheFork. What’s great about this App is that it recommends places to eat with photos taken by other people who’ve enjoyed the food themselves. Yes, please! This is a fantastic new approach that makes a foodie hunt fun, visual and full of discovery. The app also provides menus for every restaurant, lets you reserve a table, and also enjoy great discounts on the bill! The more you reserve, the more Yums points you gain, the more discounts you get. Now you can find great food quickly and pay less, what are you waiting for?

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CITY GUIDES

UNEXPECTED.IT ROME

UNEXPECTED.IT ROME is a city-backed walking-guide app that takes you beyond the usual landmarks. Its seven curated routes blend street art, biodiversity, and archaeology across lesser-known districts and parks—think Quadraro’s murals, Tor Marancia, the Caffarella and Aqueducts Park. Clear maps and focused storytelling encourage slow, sustainable exploration while easing pressure on overcrowded sights. Ideal for curious first-timers and repeat visitors alike. The catalog is intentionally limited (seven itineraries) but well researched and growing.

TIME TRAVEL ROME

History and archeology lovers, this one’s for you. If you’re looking for Roman works in Europe, the Middle East, or North Africa you might no longer need a tour guide. TimeTravelRome app offers original content for >5000 ancient sites and monuments, 300 ancient texts and 10.000 photos. In addition to that, the new version displays on the map all ancient Roman roads, traced by academics from the AWMC and Mercator-E research centers – these new functions are free to all users. TimeTravelRome’s rich content and its unique features, which include 300 ancient texts and Roman roads maps, make it the ultimate ancient history app dedicated to the Ancient Roman Empire.

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VIRTUAL ASSISTANT

JULIA – YOUR ROMA PERSONAL ASSISTANT

JULIA (Rome’s virtual assistant) is a city-backed, always-on chat assistant that helps you explore and live Rome more easily. It answers in real time with certified, official information on transport, events, museums, places to eat and stay, public services (water fountains, toilets), Jubilee updates, and even health info (ER waits, pharmacies). It supports 80+ languages, works 24/7, and can tailor answers to your location for nearby tips. In short: a reliable, lightweight companion for visitors and residents—without installing anything. You can access Julia via WhatsApp (+39 335 730 2661), Telegram, Messenger, and web chat.

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The best summer festivals in Italy in 2026

With warm weather around the corner, summer 2026 is looking fun. If you’re traveling through Italy and are looking to spruce up your holiday with some good music, look no further: we got you covered with a great selection of Italy’s best summer festivals!

Mi Ami Festival

INDIE / POP
Idroscalo, Milan
21 – 24 May

Back for its 20th edition, Mi Ami is a renown festival that has been rocking out since 1997. Dedicated to discovering new talents and giving up and coming artists the chance to get up on stage, Mi Ami has become a favorite among italian festivals. Only showcasing italian artists, the festival is a go-to event if you’re looking to have fun and explore the italian indie scene! This edition’s artists include Nu Genea, Cosmo, Motta, Maria Antonietta, La Nina, and more.

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Nameless Music Festival

EDM – Electronic Dance Music
Lake Como
30-31 May; 1 June

If you haven’t had the chance to experience an EDM event, let alone three whole days of it, Nameless Festival is definitely a good place to start. Full of energy and beat, EDM is a genre that will have you dancing the whole time. Nameless is a long awaited festival by both locals, and the international crowd. Easily reachable from Milan, the festival is also a great excuse to visit Lecco and its surrounding cities. With names like Calvin Harris, John Summit, Fisher, Clara and Sarah Toscano, you won’t want to miss out.

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Idays Coca Cola

INDIE / ROCK
Ippodromo Snai San Siro e La Maura, Milan
25 June – 10 September

Rock your summer away at the IDays festival in Milan! A compilation of bands that make this event a must. Don’t miss out on Maroon Five on June 25th, Florence + The Machine on July 3rd, Foo Fighters on July 5th, Linkin Park on June 24th, System of a Down on July 6th, and David Guetta on September 6th.

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Lucca Summer Festival

ROCK / POP
Piazza Napoleone & Mura Storiche, Lucca
24 June – 29 July

A festival that always leaves audiences astonished at its line-up, the Lucca Summer Festival is a great add-on to your Tuscan getaway. The 2026 edition brings another strong mix of international stars and major Italian names, with highlights including David Byrne on June 25, Jamiroquai on July 4, John Legend on July 5, Alabama Shakes with Matt Berninger on July 7, Diana Krall on July 14, Katy Perry on July 19, Riccardo Muti on July 20, and Tom Jones on July 28. With plenty of other big names on Lucca’s roster, you’re definitely going to want to stop over for a night or two.

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Festival di Caracalla

CLASSICAL / POP / JAZZ
Circo Massimo, Rome
29 June – 31 July

Also this year, the Caracalla Summer Festival is set to be one of the must-see events for lovers of art and live performance. Hosted by the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, the festival celebrates music, dance, and mostly classical genre-based entertainment. For this edition, the festival changes setting: no longer held at the historic Baths of Caracalla, currently under restoration, it will instead take place in the extraordinary setting of the Circus Maximus, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Whether you choose to see Giuseppe Verdi’s Aida, Romeo and Juliet set to music by Sergei Prokofiev and performed by the Rome Opera Ballet, the world-renowned Roberto Bolle and Friends, a special screening of Gladiator in concert, or major artists such as Riccardo Cocciante, Edoardo Bennato, and Patti Smith, all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the show.

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Roma Summer Festival

ROCK / POP
Cavea of Auditorium Parco Della Musica, Rome
5 June – 20 September

Starting June 12th and following through till September 15th, the Roma Summer Fest is held at the Auditorium Parco della Musica’s Cavea. A venue Romans are familiar with, if you’re visiting the Eternal City this summer, definitely consider stopping by for some good music. Some suggestions? John Legend on July 2nd, Anastasia on July 6th, Diana Krall on July 15th, and Jacob Collier on July 18th.

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Arena Opera Festival

CLASSICAL
Arena di Verona, Verona
12 June – 12 September

Held in one of Italy’s most extraordinary open-air venues, the Arena di Verona is a spectacle in itself, and even more magical when brought to life by music and performance. The 103rd Arena Opera Festival runs from June 12 to September 12, 2026, with a rich summer program that combines beloved opera titles with major dance and concert events

Among the main operas on the 2026 bill are La Traviata, which opens the festival in a new production and returns on multiple dates through early September; Aida, presented both in Stefano Poda’s “Aida di Cristallo” and in the classic Franco Zeffirelli staging; Nabucco, scheduled throughout July and August; Turandot, featured across August and early September; and La Bohème, which appears on selected dates in July.

Beyond opera, the festival also includes a series of special events, with Roberto Bolle and Friends on July 21 and 22, Carmina Burana on August 13, Paganini Paradise. Superlive Immersive Concert on August 18, Viva Vivaldi. The Four Seasons Immersive Concert on August 19, and Zorba il greco at the Teatro Romano di Verona on August 25 and 26.

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Rock in Roma

ROCK / POP / RAP
Ippodromo delle Capannelle, Rome
9 June – 18 July

One of the most anticipated lineups when it comes to summer festivals in Italy, Rock in Roma is hard to beat. Spacing out from international stars to national sensations, the lineup is always full of surprises. This year, the festival is treating its concert goers to as a swell time, thanks to names like: The Offspring on June 9th, Negramaro on June 20th, Mumford & Sons on July 7th, and One Republic on July 20th.

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Firenze Rocks

ROCK
Ippodromo del Visarno, Florence
12 – 13 – 14 June

Florence holds incomparable treasures, one of which is its beloved rock festival: Firenze Rocks. This year’s line-up is loud. With Lenny Kravitz and Salmo playing on June 12th, Robbie Williams on June 13th, and The Cure on June 14th, how can you choose only one? Rock on!

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Pistoia Blues

BLUES / ROCK
Piazza Duomo, Pistoia
2 – 16 July

The beloved Pistoia Blues Festival is known for its unique energy and lively shows. Held in the beautiful setting of Piazza del Duomo, right in the heart of Pistoia, it offers a one-of-a-kind atmosphere for summer live music. The 2026 edition, the festival’s 45th, features major names including Il Volo on July 3, Jet and Walter Trout on July 5, The Darkness with Messa and Spleen on July 8, and Jethro Tull on July 10. With such a strong mix of blues, rock, and international guests, both you and the city are sure to be buzzing with excitement.

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Kappa FuturFestival

ELECTRONIC / TECHNO
Parco Dora, Turin
3-5 July

If you are looking to party for 12 hours straight, the Kappa Futur Festival is where you want to be. Back again for its 13th edition, the festival keeps on getting better each year. Specializing in electronic and techno music, the festival is a great excuse to dance the day AND night away.

On July 3rd, expect to dance to Armin van Buuren, Disclosure DJ Set, Four Tet, Michael Bibi, and Solomun — just to name a few. On July 4th, get ready for another huge day with Four Tet B2B Skrillex, Richie Hawtin DEX EFX X0X, Sebastian Ingrosso, Maceo Plex, and Solomun Extended Set. On the final day, look out for Amelie Lens, Charlotte de Witte, Peggy Gou, Floating Points, and Sven Väth, alongside plenty of other big names across the festival.

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Ravello Festival

CLASSICAL
Belvedere di Villa Rufolo, Ravello
From 4 July to 15 September

Get ready for one of the most magical festivals there is. Held in the gorgeous Ravello, one of the gems on the Amalfi coast (not to mention the highest up) the festival is like you’ve never seen one before. With concerts happening in summer months, visiting both the town and the concert hall is quite spectacular. Gaze out at the amalfi coast from any of the amazing terraces in Ravello, and then head on to your show.

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Umbria Jazz Festival

JAZZ & MORE
Historic centre and Santa Giuliana Arena, Perugia
3 – 12 July

Started in 1973, the Umbria Jazz Festival celebrates this year the 53rd edition and has become a worldwide favorite among jazz musicians and fans. Hosting concerts with italian and foreign musicians, the festival is a lively event that each summer sees many choose Perugia as their holiday destination. Although the word “jazz” in its title may have you think that is the main music genre, the festival also welcomes other types of music. This year’s headliners include: Jon Batiste on July 5th, Laurie Anderson on July 7th, and Elvis Costello on July 12th.

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Polifonic Festival

DISCO / ELECTRONIC / HOUSE / TECHNO
Valle d’Itria, Puglia
 22 – 26 July

If you haven’t visited southern Italy, or better yet Puglia, this is your time to go. With crystal clear beaches, exquisite local cuisine, and fantastic architecture, Puglia is a true gem. What’s more, the Polifonic Festival takes full advantage of the natural beauty, and hosts its festival on a terrace overlooking the sea. With a special focus on underground electronic music, the festival is the perfect getaway for anybody that enjoys good music and breathtaking sights.

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Noisy Naples

ROCK / INDIE / ALTERNATIVE
Mostra d’Oltremare, Napoli
23-24 July

Two days of music with major international names in Naples on July 23 and 24 for Noisy Naples Fest 2026, an edition packed with big guests and several new features, starting with the venue: the festival moves to the larger spaces of the Mostra d’Oltremare.

There will be four concerts each day, with two headliners, plus a specially designed festival area with ample space for the audience, entertainment, and DJ sets. The presentation of the new edition has already revealed the first names on the line-up. Performing live in Naples will be Franz Ferdinand, Kasabian, Skunk Anansie, and Planet Funk.

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Ypsigrock

ROCK
Castle of Castelbuono, Sicily
6 – 9 August

Counting 29 editions this year, Ypsigrock is back for another round. With its picturesque setting in Castelbuono, this festival offers a truly distinctive experience, with stages set up around the town and camping grounds nearby, making it a great excuse to discover the beauty of Sicily while enjoying a standout summer music lineup. This year’s bill includes Soulwax, Black Country, New Road, The Antlers, Cate Le Bon, Dry Cleaning, Horsegirl, I Cani, Annahstasia, and many more.

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Red Valley Festival

CROSSOVER
Olbia
13 – 15 August

The Red Valley Festival returns in 2026 to celebrate the 11th anniversary of Italy’s biggest crossover festival. The new edition promises to be even more spectacular and will take place from August 13 to 15, 2026, at the Olbia Arena in Olbia. Among the announced artists: Kid Yugi, Noyz Narcos, Sfera Ebbasta, Ernia, Samurai Jay, and more.

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Decibel Open Air

ELECTRONIC / HOUSE
Parco delle Cascine, Firenze
4 – 6 September

After a year-long detour in Emilia-Romagna, Decibel Open Air is back in Florence for the 2026 edition. One of Europe’s most anticipated electronic music festivals, DOA returns to Parco delle Cascine from September 4 to 6, 2026, promising another weekend of cutting-edge sounds, large-scale production, and an international atmosphere in one of Italy’s most iconic cities. While the full line-up is still to be revealed, the first artists announced include Asco, Paul Kalkbrenner and Capo Plaza, with more names expected soon.

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Dissonanze 2026

ELECTRONIC / EXPERIMENTAL
Auditorium Parco della Musica, Rome
12 – 13 September

Returning in 2026 with a bold new chapter, Dissonanze brings its forward-thinking spirit back to Rome for two days of cutting-edge electronic music, live performance, and sonic experimentation. Taking place on September 12th and 13th at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, the festival blends big international names with a strong curatorial identity, once again positioning itself as one of Italy’s most distinctive electronic events. This year’s line-up includes artists such as Björk, Peggy Gou, Floating Points, Honey Dijon, Daphni, Donato Dozzy, Kelly Lee Owens, Moodymann, Job Jobse, and Sama’ Abdulhadi, among many others.

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Over a thousand roses from around the world in one of the most enchanting spots in the Capital

From Sunday 25 October to Sunday 8 November, the Municipal Rose Garden reopens to the public for its autumn season, with free entry every day.

Autumn is a special time to visit: many of the ancient, Tea and China roses bloom for a second time, alongside the modern varieties, while the wild roses fill the garden with rosehips in every shape and colour. Rome’s Garden Service also offers free guided tours of the garden, bookable by email at rosetoromacapitale@comune.roma.it or by phone on 06 5746810.

Just a short walk from the Colosseum and perched above the Circus Maximus, this beautiful garden is home to more than 1,100 varieties of roses, offering a spectacular view over the ruins of the Palatine Hill and the city of Rome.

And the garden isn’t just beautiful, it’s also one of the most prestigious collections in the world, which retraces the history and evolution of the rose from the ancient Romans to today. There are roses from New Zealand, Europe, the Americas, and South Africa, just to name a few. Some are 40 million years old, and among them are some of the most curious and unique species in the world—like the Rosa Chinensis Viridiflora, with its green petals; the Rosa Chinensis Mutabilis, which changes color over several days; and the Rosa Foetida, a rose known for its strong, unpleasant scent.

The Garden was first set up in the year 1931 according to the wish of nobleman Francesco Boncompagni Ludovisi, on top of a former Jewish cemetery. To commemorate the former site the garden still bears the two tables of the law of Moses at its entrance and was given the shape of a menorah with its seven arms.

The garden is split into three sections, showcasing ancient, botanical and modern roses. It is both centrally located yet also a tranquil, romantic spot to escape the chaos of the city. Definitely worth a visit for lovers of roses, lovers of a great panorama or just lovers in general!

SEE ALSO:

Gardens and Parks in Rome
Villa Borghese
Villa Torlonia
Villa Celimontana
Villa Doria Pamphilj

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Un unmissable shopping event with discounts of up to 70% on April 12

With the arrival of spring, the Fashion Festival returns: on Sunday, April 12th, Castel Romano Designer Outlet comes alive with an unmissable day of discounts and promotions, taking place simultaneously with the other McArthurGlen centres in Serravalle, La Reggia, and Noventa di Piave. A true day of celebration, with extraordinary opening hours from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, designed to offer not only an exceptional shopping experience, but also a pleasant Sunday outdoors for the whole family.

During the Fashion Festival, visitors will be able to enjoy extraordinary discounts of up to 70% off the outlet price on more than 300 products from the spring/summer collection. Iconic pieces and stylish accessories from much-loved brands, including Nike, Michael Kors, Adidas, Levi’s, Diesel, Sunglass Hut, and many more, will be part of the promotion. It is a unique one-day opportunity to refresh your wardrobe with versatile and on-trend pieces perfect for the warmer months. In addition to the items discounted by up to 70%, there will also be many other special offers throughout the day.

As always, the Fashion Festival is not just about shopping, but also about enjoying the experience. Children can look forward to balloons and fun in the playground, there will be a dog area for four-legged friends, and everyone will have the chance to explore the WWF-affiliated oasis at Castel Romano.

As always, the Fashion Festival is not just about shopping, but also about enjoying the experience. Children can look forward to balloons and fun in the playground, there will be a dog area for four-legged friends, and everyone will have the chance to explore the WWF-affiliated oasis at Castel Romano.

How to reach Castel Romano Designer Outlet

Getting to Castel Romano on Sunday, April 12th will be even easier. For the occasion, a paid shuttle service will be available from Termini Station (Via Giolitti), with increased frequency starting at 8:30 am, while from EUR Fermi Station (Viale America) the service will run from 9:00 am and will be free exclusively for McArthurGlen Loyalty Club members.

To plan your day in advance, you can browse the full selection of products included in the promotion on the centre’s official website.

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The Rome Master 1000 will take place from April 28 to May 17

The countdown begins for the 83rd BNL International Tennis Tournament, the most prestigious red clay tennis tournament in the world after the French Open.

The top names in tennis will come to duke it out on the clay courts of Foro Italico, a historical stadium built for the 1960 Olympic Games.  One of the best events in Rome, this fabulous competition will combine men’s and women’s tournaments. This tournament will give us two weeks of intense tennis under the glorious sunshine of May.

The line-up for the 2026 Internazionali BNL d’Italia is, as always, stellar. Despite the absence of defending champion Carlos Alcaraz due to injury, the tournament will feature home favourite and world number one Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, Taylor Fritz, Daniil Medvedev, Lorenzo Musetti and many more.

The women’s draw is equally strong, with world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka leading the field alongside Iga Świątek, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and Italy’s own Jasmine Paolini, who returns to Rome as the defending champion after her historic title run in 2025.

The tournament is one of the leading events of the clay-court season, featuring both an ATP Masters 1000 and a WTA 1000 draw at the Foro Italico.

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The Campo Centrale, with about 10,500 seats, remains the tournament’s main stadium. For 2026, the former Grand Stand Arena has been completely redesigned and renamed the BNP Paribas Arena, moving into the Stadio dei Marmi with a capacity of more than 7,000 spectators. The SuperTennis Arena features a progressive polygonal design created to bring the crowd closer to the action. The complex also includes the historic Stadio Pietrangeli, one of the most iconic courts at the Foro Italico, famed for its unique setting among marble statues and its unmistakable Roman atmosphere.

In addition, a special court in Piazza del Popolo will host selected pre-qualification matches, practice sessions with some of the champions competing in the main draw at the Foro Italico, as well as the U16 and Wheelchair tournaments.

Pre-qualifying matches will begin on April 28, the qualifying rounds will start on May 5, and the main draw will get underway on May 7.

The event is more than just tennis: fashion, fine food, shopping, and celebrity musical performances
have made the tournament one of the most glamorous stops on the ATP World Tour.

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