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Rome is a living museum where layers of history sit side by side. Ancient ruins such as the Colosseum and the Roman Forum stand beside lively piazzas, Baroque fountains like the Trevi, and narrow cobbled lanes full of cafés and family-run restaurants. Visit Vatican City to see St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums, then grab a gelato by a fountain and wander until you lose track of time. Bring comfortable shoes and an appetite for discovery; you will want to stay a little longer.
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Explore the mighty Colosseum, once home to gladiators and grand spectacles, and wander through the adjacent Roman Forum and Palatine Hill where ancient Rome’s heart once beat. The ruins still hold echoes of empire and you’ll feel the scale of the past in each arch and column.
Visit the nearly 2,000-year-old Pantheon to marvel at its intact concrete dome and central oculus, a masterpiece of Roman engineering. Then stroll to nearby Piazza Navona to admire the baroque fountains and lively café scene, and linger to soak up the city’s everyday charm.
Start at the famous Trevi Fountain, where you can toss a coin to promise a return to Rome and soak up the bustling atmosphere. Then wander nearby narrow streets, stop for a strong espresso, and savor a gelato when the bustle eases, so try early morning or late evening to beat the biggest crowds.
Explore the tiny sovereign city-state of Vatican City, marvel at St. Peter's Basilica's soaring dome and see Renaissance masterpieces in the Vatican Museums, including Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling and the Raphael Rooms. Expect security checks and queues, so book timed-entry tickets in advance and dress modestly; then go see it for yourself.
Cross the river and explore the charming quarter of Trastevere. Wander its winding alleys, stop at a trattoria, and enjoy a more relaxed rhythm. Later, stroll along the banks of the Tiber for a scenic sunset.
A lively day with markets, sweets for children and local celebrations marking the Epiphany in Rome’s squares.
Colourful parades, costume parties and street fun across the city in the lead-up to Lent.
No major events scheduled for March.
International event celebrating film soundtracks, cinema music and live performances in Rome.
Nine days of East-Asian cinema at Arthouse Cinema Farnese in Rome.
No major events scheduled for May.
A major summer music festival at the Auditorium Parco della Musica featuring global artists across genres.
Opera, ballet and concerts held in the atmospheric setting of the ancient Baths of Caracalla.
No major events scheduled for August.
Dance, theatre, music and visual arts from Europe and beyond in venues around Rome.
Pop-up kitchens, top chefs and gourmet street-food at the Auditorium Parco della Musica.
International film festival showcasing premieres, events and cinema-culture in Rome.
Renowned jazz performances staged around Rome — a delight for music lovers.
Special Jubilee events for families, the poor and the elderly as part of the 2025 Holy Year celebrations in Rome.
No major events scheduled for December.
A lively day with markets, sweets for children and local celebrations marking the Epiphany in Rome’s squares.
Colourful parades, costume parties and street fun across the city in the lead-up to Lent.
No major events scheduled for March.
International event celebrating film soundtracks, cinema music and live performances in Rome.
Nine days of East-Asian cinema at Arthouse Cinema Farnese in Rome.
No major events scheduled for May.
A major summer music festival at the Auditorium Parco della Musica featuring global artists across genres.
Opera, ballet and concerts held in the atmospheric setting of the ancient Baths of Caracalla.
No major events scheduled for August.
Dance, theatre, music and visual arts from Europe and beyond in venues around Rome.
Pop-up kitchens, top chefs and gourmet street-food at the Auditorium Parco della Musica.
International film festival showcasing premieres, events and cinema-culture in Rome.
Renowned jazz performances staged around Rome — a delight for music lovers.
Special Jubilee events for families, the poor and the elderly as part of the 2025 Holy Year celebrations in Rome.
No major events scheduled for December.
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