TEXT Ekaterina Krotova President of the Roman Association of Hotel Concierges “Les Clefs d’Or”
Dear Guest, On behalf of all the Golden Keys concierges, we wish you a very warm welcome to Rome. Rome
Concierge Information is our concrete commitment to making your stay in our city a truly memorable experience. In this magazine you will find all the information you might need
and, above all, our suggestions for the best the city has to offer in the winter season.
In this issue, provided personally by us to you, we will share the events you should not miss, the most amusing exhibitions to visit in the city and the restaurants that are absolutely worth trying.
Along with this, a selection of must-visit museums, the best tea rooms to warm you up this winter and the shopping guide of the city center with some unique gif ideas.
We remain at your disposal at our hotels, delighted to receive your inquiries and requests. From all of us, have a wonderful and amazing stay!
CHRISTMAS EVENTS
Until 6 January 2025
During the festive season, the historic Mercatino della Befana comes to Piazza Navona. Villa Borghese hosts Christmas World, this year with 11 new attractions, while Cinecità World lights up with Oriental World – the festival of Chinese lanterns – and the Christmas Village. A new edition of the immersive light art show Trame di luce arrives at the Botanical Gardens. On 21 and 22 December Auditorium Conciliazione presents the musical A Christmas Carol.
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UNMISSABLE SHOWS
December, January and February
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SUPERMAGIC ARCANO
23 January to 9 February 2025
Teatro Sistina
The ballet season at Rome Opera House kicks off with The Nutcracker from 15 to 24 December; La Chauve Souris from New Year’s Eve to 5 January and Carmen from 26 to 31 January. As for opera, we recommend seeing Tosca from 14 to 19 January and Lucrezia Borgia from 16 to 23 February. 3
Europe’s greatest magic show comes to Rome, bringing the best illusionists, conjurors, magicians, sleightof-hand artists and champions of the art of magic from all over the world together onstage to present an unforgetable experience. An extraordinary journey in which dreams and fantasy become reality, with astonishing large-scale illusions and special effects.
ROMA GOSPEL FESTIVAL
21 to 25 December
Auditorium Parco della Musica Ennio Morricone
Europe’s largest gospel festival features leading groups invited from the United States. The programme begins on 21 and 22 December with Vincent Bohanan & Sound of Victory, followed on 23 December by The Florida Inspirational Singers, and concludes on Christmas Day, 25 December, with the celebrated Harlem Gospel Choir.
SYMPHONY SEASON
Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia
The Orchestra and Choir of Ac- 6cademia di Santa Cecilia and musical director Daniel Harding look forward to seeing you for an electrifying new season of concerts featuring exceptional guest artists and an extraordinary variety of music. A way of discovering great music and experiencing the magical atmosphere of the Auditorium Parco della Musica Ennio Morricone.
RUGBY & FOOTBALL
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Top-level rugby returns to Rome with the 2025 edition of the Guinness Six Nations, the world’s oldest sports tournament. It all starts on 8 February 2025 with a match against Wales, continues with Italy vs France on 23 February and concludes on 15 March with Italy vs Ireland. On the football front, don’t miss the best matches of AS Roma and SS Lazio, both in the national and the UEFA Europa League.
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NOT TO BE MISSED
The museums to visit in Rome
TEXT Francesca Lombardi
Exploring Rome’s most spectacular museums, from the past to modern times
GALLERIA BORGHESE
The Galleria Borghese Museum houses and exhibits a collection of sculptures, bas-reliefs and ancient mosaics, as well as paintings and sculptures from the 15th to the 19th century. Among the masterpieces in the collection, of which the first and most important nucleus dates back to the collections of Cardinal Scipione (15791633), nephew of Pope Paul V, there are works by Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, Correggio, Antonello da Messina, Giovanni Bellini and sculptures by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Canova. The works are exhibited in 20 frescoed rooms. Over 260 paintings are kept in the Galleria Borghese Storerooms.
BARBERINI AND CORSINI
NATIONAL GALLERIES
The National Galleries of
Ancient Art are divided into two separate exhibition venues, one in Palazzo Barberini and the other in Palazzo Corsini. The patrimony of the National Galleries was formed in 1883 with the donation of the Corsini collection to the State. The collection was soon enriched with works from prestigious Roman collections, so much so that in 1949 the Italian State purchased Palazzo Barberini to open the new headquarters of the National Gallery in 1953. Today, the Corsini Gallery exhibits only works from the Corsini collection and is the only eighteenth-century collection lef in Rome in its original context. Palazzo Barberini, an emblem of Roman Baroque, today exhibits a collection of works from the thirteenth to the eighteenth century with absolute masterpieces such as the Annunciation by Filippo Lippi, La Fornarina by Raphael, and Judith and Holofernes by Caravaggio.
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Among the wonders not to be missed near the Capitoline Museums is the Terrazza Caffarelli, a true gem offering a breathtaking view of Rome’s iconic monuments and its legendary skyline. This serene haven is the perfect retreat to unwind and soak in the city’s splendor from above. For a glimpse of Renaissance Rome, head to the charming Arco dei Banchi near Castel Sant’Angelo. Located along the historic Via Recta – once the main route linking the bridge of Castel Sant’Angelo to St. Peter’s Basilica – this enchanting arch was the entrance to IBanchi, a lively marketplace buzzing with moneychangers and shops serving pilgrims. Today, it is renowned for its exquisite ceiling, painted to resemble a starlit sky.
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CASTEL SANT’ANGELO NATIONAL MUSEUM
The Mausoleum of Hadrian, also known as Castel Sant’Angelo, is a unique building of its kind since it can be considered a monument, an archaeological site and a museum at the same time. The Mausoleum became a museum in 1925 and boasts several collections of sculptures, paintings, marble artefacts, weapons, furniture and objects of various origins, partly recovered in the excavation of the helical ramp of the mausoleum, partly donated by the National Roman Museum of the Baths of Diocletian and the dissolved Industrial Artistic Museum, and partly acquired on the antiques market and following the exhibitions set up to celebrate the 1911 Universal Exhibition. It also houses relics of the Italian Army. At certain times of the year it is possible to walk along the famous Passeto or er Corridore (the
Corridor) di Borgo: an elevated, fortified passageway that connects the Vatican with Castel Sant’Angelo, passing over the Vatican Walls.
THE NATIONAL GALLERY
Rome’s National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art is the only national museum dedicated entirely to modern and contemporary art, which includes in its collections important masterpieces by artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Amedeo Modigliani, Gustav Klimt, Jackson Pollock, Giacomo Balla, Lucio Fontana, Marcel Duchamp, Antonio Canova, Gustave Courbet, Andy Warhol, Giorgio de Chirico, Claude Monet and Alberto Burri. The works exhibited in the rooms and stored in the warehouses are an expression of the main artistic movements of the last two centuries, from Neoclassicism to Impressionism, from Divisionism to the Avant Garde of the early twentieth century, from the Novecento
movement to the so-called Roman School. Post-war informal art is widely represented, as well as Pop Art and Arte Povera. A guardian of the past, the collection also looks to the future, welcoming artists of our time.
MAXXI
The idea of providing Rome with a national museum centre dedicated to contemporary arts took shape in 1997: a museum for architecture and one for 21st century arts, a space for experimental productions, a library, an auditorium, as well as spaces for live events and teaching. Chosen from 273 applications from all over the world, the winning design was that of Anglo-Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid. Inaugurated in 2010, the MAXXI, National Museum of 21st Century Arts, and the first national museum dedicated to contemporary arts and architecture, produces and hosts art and architecture exhibitions, design projects, photogra-
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phy, fashion, film festivals and theatre and dance performances. The MAXXI collections are exhibited on rotation together with temporary exhibitions, while installations by Anish Kapoor, Sol Lewit and Maurizio Mocheti are always visible.
ARA PACIS MUSEUM
The Ara Pacis represents one of the highest examples of classical art. Its construction was voted by the Roman Senate in 13 BC to honour the return of Augustus from the provinces of Gaul and Spain. The alluvial nature of the area and the flooding by the Tiber soon led to the burial of the Ara, of which all memory was lost.
The first elements of the Ara Pacis were found starting from the 16th century inside Palazzo Pereti but it was only between 1859 and 1903 that the majority of the monument was recovered.
Afer a stop lasting over thirty years due to the difficulty of recovery, work resumed in 1937 to reconstruct the monument, in view of the bimillenary of the birth of Augustus.
Today the altar is on display in the Ara Pacis Museum, in the heart of Rome’s historic centre. The complex was designed by Richard Meier & Partners Architects, which has been responsible for some of the most notable
museums of the second half of the twentieth century.
CAPITOLINE MUSEUMS
The collections of the Capitoline Museums, founded in 1471, are exhibited in the two buildings that, together with the Palazzo Senatorio, form Piazza del Campidoglio: Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo.
In Palazzo Nuovo, the result of the collections of noble families of past centuries, we find the statue of the Dying Gaul, the Capitoline Venus and the imposing statue of Marforio that dominates the courtyard. Palazzo dei Conservatori shows the original architectural core of the building, decorated with
splendid frescoes with the stories of Rome and ennobled by the presence of the ancient Capitoline bronzes: the She-Wolf, the Spinario (Boy with a Thorn), and the Capitoline Brutus.
The recently built great glass-covered hall on the first floor of the palace houses the imposing remains of the Temple of Capitoline Jupiter
On the second floor, the Capitoline Art Gallery presents, in a chronologically arranged itinerary from the late Middle Ages to the eighteenth century, works of great significance, such as paintings by Caravaggio, the large canvas
The Burial of Saint Petronilla by Guercino and a substantial
group of paintings by Guido Reni and Pietro da Cortona.
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Andrea Doria created a great Renaissance court in the halls of the prestigious palace, founded in 1529, The Florentine painter Perino del Vaga was responsible for the decoration and furnishings of most of the rooms. Here you can find works by artists who have made the history of art. Among them you can find Caravaggio, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Correggio and Titian. In the Italian garden there is the monumental marble fountain of Neptune, the work of the Carlone brothers. The palace is still
owned by the Doria Pamphilj family.
NATIONAL ROMAN MUSEUM
A destination that is actually made up of several destinations, since there are 4 locations set up to house the collections. Although it was established on 7 March 1889, its roots lie in the desire to found a Museum of Antiquities in the Capital of the Kingdom following the election of Rome as Capital of Italy in 1870. Today, the National Roman Museum has four locations (Baths of Diocletian, Palazzo Altemps, Palazzo Massimo and Crypta Balbi) each of which is the custodian of a cultural heritage.
A timeless tale of elegance, ready to be uncovered as you stroll through the city’s shopping streets
TEXT Teresa Favi
If you think fashion is a purely Milanese affair, a glance at history reveals how deeply Rome has shaped its evolution. The bond between the Eternal City and haute couture dates back to 1871, when the Savoy court moved to Rome, ushering in a new wave of master tailors and the opening of refined ateliers. But it was during the golden years of La Dolce Vita that Roman glamour reached its zenith. Between the Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna, and Via Veneto, exquisite fabrics and meticulously detailed garments graced the figures of Italian cinema’s muses and the stars of grand American productions filmed at Cinecità. It was here that fashion and cinema forged a legendary bond. Historic costume ateliers such as Annamode, Costumi d’Arte, Peruzzi, Farani, Pieroni, and Tirelli crafed era-defining de-
signs, while the ladies of the silver screen set the trends, becoming the the influencers of their time.
The Fontana Sisters, for instance, dressed the divine Ava Gardner both in her private life and on set, while Roberto Capucci, a master of haute couture and a pioneer of architectural design in fashion, made his mark in 1951, opening his atelier on Via Sistina at the remarkable age of 21. Another undisputed icon is Valentino, whose extraordinary creative journey began in 1961 in Piazza Mignanelli. Today, under the artistic direction of Alessandro Michele, the Maison remains a symbol of Italian luxury, housed in its iconic Baroque palace overlooking the Spanish Steps. Fendi also plays a prominent role in this tradition. Founded in 1925 as a small leather goods shop on Via del Plebiscito, the brand flourished under the second generation of the fami-
ly – represented by the five sisters Paola, Anna, Franca, Carla, and Alda – and in 1964, it inaugurated its celebrated store on Via Borgognona, in the heart of the city.
Exploring Rome through the lens of fashion is a truly unique experience. As you stroll through the historic centre, weaving between iconic boutiques and charming artisanal shops, you can relive the magic of an era when the Eternal City was known as the “Hollywood on the Tiber.”
Be inspired by our curated itineraries, organised across three main areas of the city: not merely a shopping spree, but a journey through history, culture, and Roman charm imbued with eternal elegance.
PIAZZA DI SPAGNA
A haven of luxury boutiques and iconic Made-in-Rome brands.
Around Piazza di Spagna you will find an unrivalled
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Prati, an elegant neighbourhood near Castel Sant’Angelo, unfolds around the bustling Via Cola di Rienzo, renowned for its array of international boutiques. Among its treasures are niche, Madein-Rome shops, such as Giulia Barela Jewelry, where the Roman designer’s handcrafted creations stand out for their modernity and sophistication. I highly recommend visiting her atelier, as well, which is located just steps from Piazza Navona. While it is not open to the public, private appointments can be arranged for an exclusive experience. Each piece is a true work of art – prepare to be enchanted!
concentration of flagship stores for the world’s most prestigious luxury brands. The enchanting streets of Via Condoti, Via Borgognona, Via Fratina, and Via del Babuino offer everything one could desire from the finest Made-in-Italy and international fashion houses. Among these illustrious names are Roman-born icons that remain deeply rooted in the city: Valentino, Bulgari, Fendi, Laura Biagioti, the bespoke ties of Talarico Boutique, and Dan’s impeccably tailored shirts. Set in the vicinity of one of the world’s most celebrated staircases, the Spanish Steps, these renowned brands share the stage with expertly curated multibrand boutiques like Gente on Via del Babuino, a cornerstone of Roman fashion. For those seeking an elevated shopping experience, La Rinascente, Italy’s quintessential department store, graces central Via
del Tritone with its elegant allure. A different fashion scene unfolds on Via del Corso. Here, fast-fashion powerhouses like Zara, H&M, Mango, and Gap stand alongside sportswear favourites such as Adidas and Nike.
PIAZZA NAVONA
Where elite boutiques and vintage treasures meet. Step beyond the grandeur of Piazza Navona, with Bernini’s magnificent Fountain of the Four Rivers, and you will find a hidden gem of Roman shopping. Centred around Via del Governo Vecchio, this area has evolved from a haven for second-hand shops into a hub of sophisticated and unconventional boutiques, waiting to be explored. At the start of Via del Governo Vecchio, in Piazza Pasquino, three must-visit stores cater to every taste. For men, there’s SBU (Strategic Business Unit), the brainchild of the Perfeti broth-
ers. For women, Luna e l’Altra offers an unparalleled selection of Japanese fashion, featuring iconic brands such as Issey Miyake and Comme des Garçons. As you wander down Via del Governo Vecchio, you will find an array of vintage shops brimming with treasures from the 1960s and 1970s, alongside quirky boutiques showcasing clothes with whimsical colours and naïve paterns. Among them, the standout is Maga Morgana, an artisanal atelier by Fabio and Marco Truffa, where each garment is designed to celebrate the individuality of the woman who’s wearing it. Nearby, on Via di Monserrato, don’t miss Delfina Deletrez’s jewellery boutique. Part of the Fendi legacy, this chic store dazzles with its black carpeting, mirrored walls, and avant-garde designs.
MONTI
The soul of vintage and design in Rome. Tucked be-
tween the bustling arteries of Via Nazionale and Via Cavour, Monti district feels like a small village hidden within the sprawling city. Its labyrinth of cobblestone streets and picturesque alleys radiates charm, converging around Piazza della Madonna dei Monti, where the Fontana dei Catecumeni becomes a lively meeting point for locals and visitors alike. Monti is a haven for artisans who continue to thrive amidst an eclectic mix of wine bars, pizzerias, cafés, and art galleries. Its true hallmark, however, is its abundance of vintage shops, offering everything from leather jackets and retro evening gowns to military apparel, shoes, and bags. Leading the pack is Pifebo on Via dei Serpenti, the undisputed king of vintage, celebrated for its vast selection of clothing and accessories. A cult favourite among teenagers, it unites fashion lovers with
its treasure trove of unique finds. Nearby, Pifebo Kilo caters to bargain hunters with a similar style but a less curated selection, sold by weight at wallet-friendly prices. On Via del Boscheto, Blue Goose stands out for its collection of high-quality designer second-hand garments. Prices here reflect the pristine condition and exclusivity of the items, but the investment is well worth it. A few steps away, Pulp is a dream for costume designers, brimming with men’s and women’s fashion from the 1960s onwards, all perfectly preserved. For those seeking premium second-hand finds, Moll Flanders on Via Urbana is the place to go. This consignment boutique specializes in high-end designer pieces, showcasing a small but carefully chosen selection of trendy, coveted items, all in impeccable condition, with prices that reflect their luxury appeal.
After immersing yourself in the grandeur of Rome’s basilicas, monuments, and ancient ruins, it’s time to indulge in moments of relaxation and pleasure through a Rome shopping tour across the city’s diverse fashion districts. Let us guide you through through both the famous luxury hotspots and the less touristy hidden gems, making your shopping escapade a truly memorable one
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A CUP OF HAPPINESS
Where to drink tea or hot chocolate in the Eternal City
TEXT Martina Olivieri
THE CITY’S MOST BEAUTIFUL TEA ROOMS
There are certain places where a cup of tea or a hot chocolate is not merely a treat for the tastebuds, but a veritable sensory journey that can turn a simple moment of relaxation into a unique and memorable experience. Surrounded by exquisite porcelain, gorgeous linen and stunning table setings, such places seem straight out of a picture book of the most charming of English tearooms. Every detail is meticulously curated, from the fragrance of the herbal teas that fills the air to the colours of the teacups with their stories
of elegance and tradition, right through to the jewel-like litle pastries that resemble small works of art. In Rome, there’s no
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shortage of delightful places where this magic can be found. The city’s most beautiful tea rooms
welcome visitors in an atmosphere that blends conviviality and elegance. Here, every steaming pot of tea and every hot chocolate becomes a ritual, served with care and accompanied by culinary treats that range from light-as-air scones with jam and cloted cream to a selection of small pastries, fabulous homemade cakes and sophisticated sandwiches. These are the perfect places to treat yourself, where the roar of the city seems far away and time appears to slow down. A tea break in such a place is an opportunity to recharge and feel special.
BABINGTONS TEA ROOM
For the past 125 years, Babingtons Tea Room has graced Piazza di Spagna with its elegant Victorian-style premises. Founded by two English ladies who wanted to bring the British tea tradition to Rome, this historic venue is a landmark for anyone who loves culture and elegance. Babington’s
offers a wide selection of exclusive blends, carefully chosen by their own expert tea tasters. Some of the world’s most illustrious enthusiasts have sipped tea here, as well as members of royal families and prominent figures from the world of culture and entertainment. (Piazza di Spagna, 23)
THE ST. REGIS ROME
Teatime is the essence of tradition at the St. Regis Rome, which offers an impeccable range of exquisite teas in intimate, exclusive surroundings. Every afernoon, guests can enjoy the guidance of a tea sommelier, who will take them on an extraordinary journey through the world’s most delicious blends. The tea ritual is enhanced with an array of finger sandwiches, classic pastries and traditional scones, served in a sophisticated, light-filled room decorated with a combination of contemporary taste and Belle Époque elegance. (Via Vitorio Emanuele Orlando, 3)
LA CASA DEL CAFFÈ TAZZA D’ORO
Founded in 1944 as a coffee roastery, La Casa del Caffè Tazza D’Oro is the only surviving artisan coffee business in the historic centre of Rome. In 1946, the roastery was joined by a room where customers could sample the various blends before making their purchase. This was the start of the café-bar, which is known and loved all over the world to this day. Connoisseurs of tea will not be disappointed either: there’s a huge selection of rare and precious teas from China, India and Japan. (Via degli Orfani, 84)
DA ETTA
An all-day venue that combines old-fashioned charm with a touch of contemporary creativity. Every detail, from tables and chairs to lamps and sideboards, is carefully chosen to create an unmistakably inviting atmosphere. The spacious outdoor terrace adds to the enchantment, making Da Eta the perfect place for a break at any time of day. (Piazza in Piscinula, 42/47)
MADELAINE ROME
A bistro with a sophisticated vibe, inspired by old-fashioned Parisian brasseries, where the allure of France meets the elegance of Rome. Here, every detail invites you to embark on a journey of flavours, featuring master- pieces of pastry work and a selection of gourmet chocolates, coffees and teas from the prestigious French brand Mariage Frères. The madeleines – the crowning glory of the menu, as the name suggests – are served warm and come in a wide range of variants, to suit all tastes. Alongside these, at Madelaine Rome you’ll find cakes, fruit tarts and elaborate desserts that make for an unforgetable experience, an unparalleled afernoon of elegance and sweet treats. (Via Monte Santo, 64)
VIVI - PIAZZA NAVONA
Seated at one of the tables in the grand entrance hall of historic Palazzo Braschi, you can almost glimpse Bernini’s magnificent Fountain of the Four Rivers. In this unique seting, ViVi Bistrot is a wonderfully vibrant and inviting haven, the perfect place for a sweet restorative break between a visit to an exhibition and a shopping tour of the city centre. The elegantly decorated indoor rooms are sofly lit by candles and welcome visitors with the fragrant aroma of superb teas – black, red and green – properly prepared and served. Tea is accompanied by artisan delicacies including a delicious assortment of biscuits, apple or chocolate cake and the famous home-made scones. (Piazza Navona, 2)
THE FIRST ROMA DOLCE
A stone’s throw from Piazza di Spagna,
The First Roma Dolce is an elegant and sophisticated nineteenth-century venue designed by the Italian architect and urban planner Giuseppe Valadier. On the first floor are the charming rooms of Pasticceria Velo, whose Afernoon Tea comes in a choice of two versions: classic, with finger sandwiches, small cakes and biscuits, and tailor-made, which includes a selection of teas, a cake stand with an assortment of biscuits, tartlets, savouries and a single-portion sweet of your choice. The menu is completed by an extensive chocolate list. (Via del Corso, 63)
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ANTICO CAFFÈ GRECO
Ever since 1760, Antico Caffè Greco has been an unshakeable fixture of the tea tradition and one of the emblematic places in Rome’s cultural history. Considered the oldest and most famous literary coffee house in the city, this is a delightful place whose nineteenth- century furnishings and unmistakable scent of coffee seem to tell the stories of the leading intellectuals, philosophers and musicians that have frequented it over the centuries. Illustrious visitors include Goethe, De Chirico and Schopenhauer, and their presence still echoes in the unique atmosphere of this café. Treating yourself to a visit to Antico Caffè Greco means taking a trip into the past and enjoying legendary tea in a place steeped in art and history. (Via dei Condoti, 86)
The iconic Hassler Roma is the perfect place to relax afer a stroll among the glitering shop windows of the historic centre. In a cosy space abounding in warm colours, sof lighting and candles, guests can enjoy a superior cup of tea or hot chocolate. To accompany these there are mouthwatering tartlets and traditional cakes, served in an atmosphere that encourages relaxation and sociability. A very special place where elegance and warmth come together. (Piazza Trinità dei Monti, 6)
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Patrizi Watches and Palatino, the future of haute horology
An ardent collector of refined timepieces, Alessandro Patrizi has designed a model that was still missing in the world of haute horology, a wristwatch that would be the pride of any collection. Palatino diver day-date, the timepiece which celebrates the splendour and history of the Eternal City, featuring Roman numerals both on the dial and in the inner bezel, where no one else had placed them before to indicate the days of the week. The piece is also embellished with an almost invisible silver frame, making the calendar of this wristwatch even more unique and prestigious. A large Cyclops lens is the last precious detail. All wristwatches by Patrizi Watches are the result of the vision of
the founder and his desire to create wristwatches that are innovative and unique in the world, and connect the past with the present, introducing ides never used before.
THE TIMEPIECE WITH ROMAN NUMERALS IN THE CALENDAR WHICH CELEBRATES THE SPLENDOUR OF ROME
These are the qualities of Palatino, a stylish, bold and exclusive timepiece, available in three different fashionable colours to be discovered: Elegant Grey, Vibrant Azure and Deep Bordeaux.
Tapered lugs with superb crafsmanship which creates beautiful motion and offers unsurpassed comfort to anyone who wears it. One of the most important features of the NH36 is the possibility of manual winding using the crown, in case it isn’t worn for a long time. Its elegant, slim 40mm case in high-quality stainless steel is a classic design choice, making it the perfect choice for any occasion. The dial stands out for its clarity and legibility. Thanks to its 20 ATM water resistance and the luminescent coating which allows you to read the time even in low light conditions underwater, Palatino is ready to accompany you on any adventure, whether you are exploring the depths of the sea or simply enjoying a day in Rome.
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TEXT Martina Olivieri
The Veneziani family are the descendants of an important dynasty of antique dealers with a history of passion and excellence dating back to 1883. For three generations, their expertise in the sector has been a guarantee of quality in the sourcing and acquisition of unique and exquisite pieces. Today, Veneziani Arte, guided by the great passion for design and lighting by Judit Fejer and her husband Bruno Caporale Veneziani, is distinguished by its specialization in furniture, lighting, paintings and artwork, ofen including commissioned pieces of prestigious provenance. The company not only buys and sells designer objects from all over the world, but also creates bespoke pieces with
meticulous atention to detail from start to finish. The comprehensive collection encompasses items from Italy, Europe and the Far East dating from the 16th to the
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20th centuries. Harmony, excellence and variety are the hallmarks of Veneziani Arte, recognised worldwide for the exceptional quality of its pieces. Many of these
extraordinarily important objects have found their way into private collections and museums. The secrets of success? Keeping up with the times and offering products that meet the needs of an Italian and international clientele, with an eclectic selection that ranges from the ancient to the modern and contemporary. Every item is designed to impress, with modern and ancient enhancing each other. Thanks to over a century of experience, Veneziani adapts to the trends and tastes of the moment. In recent years, the range is also available online via platforms such as 1stdibs, a global leader in the field. Always seeking out innovative objects of taste and quality, to delight loyal customers and new enthusiasts alike.
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ROME UNDER A MAGIC SPELL
Supermagic Arcano, Europe’s greatest magic show, at Teatro Sistina from 23 January to 9 February 2025
TEXT Martina Olivieri
From 23 January to 9 February 2025, Rome becomes the World capital of illusionism thanks to Supermagic Arcano, Europe’s greatest magic show, on stage exclusively at the prestigious Teatro Sistina. This unmissable event promises to turn every evening into an extraordinary journey of enchantment and wonder. Now in its 21st edition, Supermagic Arcano presents an international cast of more than 20 of the world’s top illusionists, conjurors, magicians and sleight-of-hand artists. In this spectacular show reality and fantasy come together to create masterful illusions, special effects never previously seen in Italy, moments of poetry and contagious laughter. Two hours of pure live magic that will leave adults and children openmouthed with
wonder. Supermagic is not just a show, it’s an experience that will reawaken our sense of awe, ofen neglected in adulthood, and capture the hearts of youngsters. With 20
MORE THAN 20 OF THE WORLD’S TOP ILLUSIONISTS, CONJURORS, MAGICIANS AND SLEIGHTOF-HAND ARTISTS
successful editions behind it, 122 world-famous artists and audiences amounting to over 260,000 spectators, Supermagic has become a symbol of excellence on
the global magic scene. It comes as no surprise that Supermagic has been named Best Magic Show by the prestigious Fédération Internationale des Sociétés Magiques, equivalent to an Oscar in the world of magic. Every year, the show presents top artists who have won prizes at the Magic World Championships, as well as the best new talent from around the world. If you’re looking for a special idea to impress a loved one, Supermagic Arcano is the perfect gif. A oncein-a-lifetime experience of enchantment and dreams, an evening to remember forever. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the magic as never before. From 23 January to 9 February 2025 at Rome’s Teatro Sistina: the curtain rises on the impossible.
WHERE COFFEE MEETS ART
Starbucks embraces again Rome by inviting Romans and tourists to the first Flagship Store in the eternal city
TEXT Martina Olivieri
Rome, that meeting point of history and culture, welcomes an innovative newcomer: Italy’s first Starbucks flagship store in Piazza San Silvestro, inspired by the concept Where Coffee Meets Art. The American giant is not content with bringing its own style to the capital, but now turns it into a homage to Rome’s heritage, creating a place where tradition and innovation come together. Opened in partnership with the brand’s exclusive Italian licensee Percassi, the store is a harmonious addition to historic Piazza San Silvestro and a key part of the square’s redevelopment. With its elegant design blending classic and modern, the flagship store occupies two storeys with a surface area of 800 square
metres and seating for 140, and it offers a very special experience. The ground floor is home to the Main Bar and the Mixato Bar, whose welcoming atmospheres invite visitors for coffees or coffee-based cocktails; upstairs is the Coffee Lab, a space devoted to tastings, events and gatherings. The beating heart of the flagship store is the connection between coffee and art. A magnificent mural by street artist Lucamaleonte dominates the space, celebrating Rome, its mythology and the essence of coffee. Semi-permanent installations and cultural initiatives including art events and collaborations with local schools and associations make this Starbucks a place not only to have a coffee, but also to make connections. The
menu combines the best of the iconic Starbucks range with specialities created for the occasion. Outstanding innovations include Starbucks Blonde® Espresso Roast, with hints of citrus, and Starbucks Reserve™ Microblend N°21, reminiscent of chocolate, caramel and cola. If you’re looking for an experience to remember, cocktails like Espresso Martini and Oleato® Espresso Martini, along with foodie treats such as Pinsa Romana and special aperitifs, offer a unique take on Italian culture. With this new opening, Starbucks combines the tradition of Italian coffee with the extraction methods used in the Anglo-Saxon world, bringing a cultural and artistic experience, and welcoming the Roman community for a cup of coffee.
Ristorante Il Falchetto
ViadiMontecatini12,Rome ph.+39066791160
info@ristoranteilfalchetto.it
TIMELESS FLAVOURS
A voyage among food and tradition at Ristorante Il Falcheto
TEXT Martina Olivieri
Founded in the late nineteenth century as a distillery, Il Falcheto is more than a simple restaurant; it’s living testimony of the Roman culinary tradition, and boasts the title of Botega Storica courtesy of the Comune di Roma. The recognition speaks of a long history of passion and dedication by the Donato family, custodians of a food culture handed down through the generations. In its privileged location nestled among the Eternal City’s most iconic squares and fascinating back streets, Il Falcheto welcomes guests in an atmosphere in which past and present are harmoniously intertwined. Every dish here is a homage to tradition, but presented with a contemporary slant that showcases the qual-
ity of the ingredients. The kitchen is the beating heart of the place, serving a menu that celebrates the great classics of the Roman table, from tonnarelli cacio e pepe
IL FALCHETTO WELCOMES
GUESTS IN AN ATMOSPHERE IN WHICH
PAST
AND PRESENT ARE HARMONIOUSLY INTERTWINED
to oxtail, without neglecting fresh fish dishes, which are outstanding. As you step inside, you can’t help but notice the refrigerated cabinet in the entrance, where the
day’s fish is displayed as if in a small art gallery, inviting diners to choose for themselves the products that will be expertly prepared. But the food experience doesn’t end with savouries. The artisan desserts, in the capable hands of Gerry, a passionate pastry chef with over twenty years of experience, offer unforgetable moments of sweetness. Every dessert is created with the love and care that characterise every aspect of the restaurant, from the impeccable service to the unique atmosphere. Eating at Il Falcheto means immersing yourself in an experience that tastes of history, genuine flavours and a warm welcome, combining the timeless allure of Rome with a culinary offer that will astonish and delight every palate.
TOP PLACES TO SEE IN ROME
Museums, churches and all the atractions that you should not miss in city. Reservations are recommended in some museums, ask your ‘Les Clefs D’Or’ concierge
MUSEUMS AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
COLOSSEUM
Designed to hold 50,00075,000 spectators coming to see the fights between gladiators and ferocious animals, the Colosseum is the largest amphitheatre from Antiquity, a symbol of Rome and one of the seven wonders of the world.
A water system fed various fountains and allowed for naumachiae, mock naval batles. Piazza del Colosseo, 1 ph. +39 06 39967700 parcocolosseo.it
Closed: January 1, December 25
FOR0 AND PALATINO
The Arch of Constantine links the Palatine Hill, adding to the houses of Livia and Augustus, and the Forums built along the Via Sacra and beyond the Arch of
Titus, up towards the Capotiline Hill and the Sacred Largo Argentina area, that is reopened and equipped for disabled people.
At the same time, the emperors paid homage to themselves by building their own squares, known as Fori.
Fori Imperiali | Foro Romano | Palatino: ticket office Piazza della Madonna di Loreto and Via della Salara Vecchia ph. +39 06 39967700 coopculture.it
Closed: January 1, December 25
THE BATHS OF CARACALLA
Inaugurated by Caracalla in 216 CE, they extended for 10 hectares, vaunted a sophisticated water system for its tepidarium, calidarium, frigidarium and two gymnasiums, and included a Mithraeum, the god venerated by young soldiers.
Priceless materials stripped from the structure were recycled to build Santa Maria in Trastevere.
Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, 52 ph. +39 06 39967702 coopculture.it
Closed: January 1, May 1, December 25
CATACOMBS
These underground cemeteries carved into tuff rock were decorated with Christian symbols and located, for reasons of hygiene, outside the city walls. Beginning in the 2nd century, martyrs, Christians and Jews were all buried in them. The most evocative, near the Appian Way, are the catacombs of Domitilla, Lucilla, Callixtus, St. Sebastian and the Ardeatine.
CIRCO MASSIMO
A portion of the area gives us an idea of the original purpose of this stadium, 120 metres wide and 620 metres long, likely the largest structure ever built to stage spectacles and able to seat 250,000 people. It was used for horse races and a market. This is also where the Rape of the Sabine Women occurred. Today, it is a popular place for hosting large events.
Via del Circo Massimo ph. +39 06 0608 sovraintendenzaroma.it
Closed: January 1, May 1 (variable), December 25
CUCINA DI MARE E TRADIZIONI ROMANE
CASTEL SANT’ANGELO
The mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian, it later became Castel Sant’Angelo. Thanks to its secret passage connecting it to the Vatican, it was transformed into a fortress and refuge for popes. It was later a prison, barracks and museum. Inside, there are frescoes by Pinturicchio, while the bronze angel was made by Peter Anton von Verschaffelt in 1753. Lungotevere Castello, 50 ph. +39 06 6819111 castelsantangelo.beniculturali.it
Closed: January 1, May 1, December 25
VATICAN MUSEUMS AND SISTINE CHAPEL
This collection of buildings houses one of the most impressive and visited art museums in the world.
Another highlight, in addition to the Gallery of Geographical Maps, is the Pinacoteca, which conserves artworks, including pieces by Leonardo, Gioto, Titian, Reni, Caravaggio and Raphael. The later’s
masterpiece, however, can be found in Julius II’s apartments, today known as the Raphael Rooms. Near there is the Pauline Chapel, which conserves frescoes by Michelangelo, and the Sistine Chapel. The walls were frescoed by Boticelli, Perugino and Signorelli, while the ceiling is Michelangelo’s triumphant. On the wall behind the altar, Last Judgement. Viale Vaticano ph. +39 06 69884676 museivaticani.va
Closed: Sunday (except for the last of the month), January 1, February 11, March 19, April 22, May 1, June 29, August 14 and 15, November 1, December 25 and 26
GALLERIA
BORGHESE
The gallery, adjacent to the villa that dominates the Pincian Hill, is considered the most important museum in the world for its collection of artworks by Bernini and Caravaggio, including the former’s Apollo and Daphne, the later’s Young Sick Bacchus and The Deposition by Raphael. Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5 ph. + 39 06 8413979 galleriaborghese.beniculturali.it Closed: January 1, December 25
MUSEI CAPITOLINI
Housed inside Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo, in the piazza redesigned by Michelangelo, the museums conserve artworks like the Capitoline Wolf, the original statue of Marcus Aurelius, the Dying Gaul, Bernini’s Medusa and The Fortune Teller by Caravaggio. A section of the museum is now in the Centrale Montemartini.
Piazza del Campidoglio, 1 ph. +39 06 0608 museicapitolini.org
Closed: January 1, May 1, December 25
GNAM – GALLERIA
NAZIONALE DI ARTE MODERNA
Designed by architect, Cesare Bazzani, the National Gallery houses Italian masterpieces
from the 19th and 20th centuries. Divided into two sections, the exhibition space was built for the International Exhibition and showcases works by the Macchiaioli, Futurists (Boccioni and Balla), Chini, Modigliani, Gutuso and De Chirico, as well as Klimt, Monet, Cézanne, Mondrian, Kandinsky.
Viale delle Belle Arti, 131 ph. +39 06 32298221 lagallerianazionale.com
Closed: Monday, January 1, December 25
IL VITTORIANO
Named the Vitorio Emanuele II Monument at its inauguration, it is also known as the Altare della Patria (Altar of the Fatherland) and was built to commemorate Italian liberation. Built like a modern Roman Forum, it houses the Museum of the Risorgimento and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Today, it houses temporary exhibitions and features a large terrace with a view of the city.
Il Vitoriano: Via di San Pietro in Carcere ph. +39 06 8715111 ilvitoriano.com
Museo centrale del Risorgimento al Vitoriano: Closed Easter, week of August 15, December 25 ; Timetable of temporary exhibitions on the site
Checchino dal 1887
Storico ristorante nel cuore di Testaccio, da 137 anni condotto dalla stessa famiglia, giunta alla sesta generazione, grande cucina Romana, grande carta dei vini e distillati, cantina archeologica visitabile esclusivamente per i clienti, vini serviti anche al bicchiere, carrello dei formaggi, 2 volte nella classifca 50 best restaurant in the world del “Restaurant magazine”del Times di Londra. Nel 2011 in occasione dei 25 anni del Gambero Rosso inserito nell’albo d’oro Sua Eccellenza Italia. Il locale è stato riconosciuto BOTTEGA STORICA dal comune di Roma. Essendo ricavato sotto il monte Testaccio è anche sotto il vincolo dei beni archeologici. Fa parte dei Locali Storici d’Italia e dell’ Unione Ristoranti del Buon Ricordo. Nel 1999 insignito delle Leccio d’Oro per la sua ampia scelta di Brunello di Montalcino. Grazie alla sua emozionante scelta di vini, stoccati nell’archeologica cantina, il locale si è meritato, in occasione del Rome Wine Festival, il massimo riconoscimento il “Restaurant Wine List Award” per l’anno 2009. I fratelli Elio Chef e Francesco Mariani entrambi sommelier professionisti, rispettivamente dal 1982 e dal 1989, selezionano personalmente i vini che propongo mentre Marina si occupa dei dolci oltre che dell’amministrazione. L’insalata di zampi, i bucatini alla gricia, i rigatoni con la pajata la coda alla vaccinara e il padellotto alla macellara sono un MUST qui da Checchino dal 1887.... e ancora tante altre cose che vi racconteremo in loco. Da non dimenticare che il 3 Febbraio 2017, in occasione dei 130 anni del locale, al primo piano, Simone, Barman (A.I.B.E.S.), sesta generazione della famiglia ha innaugurato il Cocktail bar CH 18 87. Mission del Bar l’abbinamento cibo cocktail declinato in più modi e, come distillato di elezione, il Rum.
CHIUSO IL LUNEDÌ ED IL MARTEDÌ | APERTO PRANZO E CENA
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PALAZZO BARBERINI AND GALLERIA CORSINI
The galleries housed here showcase artworks including gems like Raphael’s Portrait of a Young Woman and Holbein’s Portrait of Henry VIII, as well as pieces by Van Dyck, Tintoreto and Titian. Built by Maderno for Pope Urban VIII, features a salone with Barberini Power by Pietro da Cortona. Palazzo Barberini:
Via delle Quatro Fontane, 13 ph. +39 06 4814591
Closed: Monday, January 1, December 25
Galleria Corsini:
Via della Lungara, 10 ph. +39 06 68802323
Closed: Tuesday , January 1, December 25
barberinicorsini.org
SCUDERIE
DEL QUIRINALE
Up until 1938 it was used as a stables and carriage house, afer which it housed the Carriage Museum. Built on top of the ruins of the Roman temple of Serapis, the
building boasts a view from the highest point of Rome’s historic hills.
The Scuderie was restored by the international architect Gae Aulenti for the Jubilee in 2000 and is today one of the main sites for large exhibitions.
Via XXIV Maggio, 16 scuderiequirinale.it
Timetable of temporary exhibitions on the site.
GALLERIA
DORIA PAMPHILJ
Palazzo Doria Pamphilj is the biggest palace that still serves as a residence and is home to important private art collections. The gallery features works by Titian, Raphael, Caravaggio, Parmigianino, Lorrain, Sebastiano del Piombo, Bronzino and Bernini, as well as Vélazquez’s most famous
portrait. The palace apartments and private chapel can be accessed via the gallery. Via del Corso, 305 ph. +39 06 6797323
doriapamphilj.it
Closed: third Wednesday of the month, January 1, Easter, December 25
MAXXI
The museum features art from the 21st century and was built on the site of an old army barracks, the Caserma Montello, near the Auditorium Parco della Musica by Renzo Piano. The interior space is dedicated to international avant-garde movements and the first gallery of Contemporary Architecture.
Immaginate una casa elegante e un po’ fuori dal tempo.
La luce è accorta, i colori dosati dal tempo e dagli incontri. Libri, tanti. Qua e là indizi di bellezza e di arte contemporanea. Nell’aria un profumo di timo e di pane. -
Try to imagine an elegant and timeless building, where the light is delicate, and the colours have been mixed by encounters and the passage of time.
You’ll fnd items of beauty and modern art dotted around here and there, and books aplenty. Te aroma of bread and thyme hang in the air.
Works on display include pieces by Boeti, De Dominicis, Kapoor, Richter and Catelan.
Via Guido Reni, 4A ph. +39 06 3201954 maxxi.art
Closed: Monday, May 1, December 25
MUSEO
DELL’ARA PACIS
Intended to celebrate peace in Spain and Gaul, the Ara Pacis was consecrated in 9
BCE between via Flaminia and the Mausoleum of Augustus. Decorated with the achievements of Emperor Augustus and portraits of the Giulio-Claudia gens, it has been enclosed in a protective building made of steel and marble designed by Meier since 2006.
Lungotevere in Augusta (corner via Tomacelli) ph. +39 06 0608 arapacis.it
Closed: January 1, May 1, December 25
QUIRINALE
The hill, also called Cavallo (horse) because of the statues of the Dioscuri found in the square, has always been the home of powerful people. First
the popes from Gregory III to Pius IX, and then Napoleon. It was also the king’s home and finally the residence of the President of the Republic. The majestic walls of the palace preserve beautiful tapestries, antique clocks and porcelain, as well as the beautiful elliptical by Mascarino and the staircase of Honour.
Piazza del Quirinale ph. +39 06 3996 7557 palazzo.quirinale.it
FORUM STUDIOS
Founded in 1970 by Ennio Morricone, Forum Studios in Rome represent a landmark in music and cinema history. For the first time ever, the historic Studios will open their doors to guests with a number of customisable exclusive visits and experiences inside the most famous Italian recording studios in the world.
A cross between Baroque and Neoclassicism, the largest fountain in Rome reflects the story of the Augustus-era Aqua Virgo.
It was rebuilt multiple times in Antiquity and enlarged by Bernini but finished only in the late 18th century. Traditional says that if visitors to throw a coin into the fountain, they will return to the city one day.
Piazza di Trevi
SCALINATA
TRINITÀ DEI MONTI
Imposing and scenic, its shape narrowing and widening as it climbs, it connects the Church of Trinità dei Monti to piazza di Spagna. Afer centuries of development, the stairway was built in 1726 based on a design by the architect Francesco De Sanctis.
Its beauty is exalted in the spring, when the flowers are in bloom.
Piazza di Spagna
COLONNA TRAIANA
Ancient Roman at its finest, it is the first coclide column, erected in 113 to celebrate the victory over Dacia (today Romania), with scenes from the war depicted across a spiral, chronological frieze. Forty metres tall, it con-
serves the ashes of Trajan and is located in what was Trajan’s Forum. Sixtus V replaced the statue at the top with one of St. Peter.
Via dei Fori Imperiali
TEATRO MARCELLO
Begun by Caesar and located between the Tiber and the Capitoline Hill, it was completed and enlarged by Augustus. In the Middle Ages, it was used for houses and workshops. Restored in the 1920s, it is one of the few and
oldest theatres remaining, and over the centuries, it has been used as a model for theatres and amphitheatres.
Via del Teatro di Marcello
COLONNA
DI MARCO AURELIO
It’s located opposite Palazzo Chigi, in the exact spot where it was erected by Commodus in 190 to celebrate the victories of his father Marcus Aurelius over the Germanic people. Forty metres tall, the frieze winds for 110 metres and was inspired by Trajan’s Column. In 1589, Sixtus V replaced the Roman statue on top with an effigy of St. Paul.
Piazza Colonna
ARCO DI COSTANTINO
With its three arches, it is the largest triumphal arch in Rome and symbolically inaugurates via dei Fori. The Senate dedicated it to Emperor Constantine in 315. Recent studies have dated it to the era of Hadrian, however.
The decorations show a variety of styles, from classical to medieval: a veritable open-air “museum”.
Via di San Gregorio
PYRAMID
OF CAIUS CESTIUS
Gaius Cestius wrote in his will that the tomb must be built in only 330 days, lest his heirs be excluded from his rich patrimony.
Erected out in 18 BCE and 36 metres tall, it was covered in marble and inspired by the Pyramids of Giza.
Via Raffaele Persicheti
CHURCHES
BASILICA DI SAN PIETRO IN VATICANO
St. Peter’s Basilica is the most fascinating place in the world. In addition to priceless relics and interesting tombs, there are many masterpieces inside St. Peter’s, including the Pietà, sculpted and signed by young Michelangelo, and the lavish canopy by Bernini. The bronze
statue of the saint is by Arnolfo di Cambio, while the towering round dome is by Michelangelo, who was inspired by Brunelleschi’s dome in Florence.
Piazza San Pietro vatican.va
ARCIBASILICA
DI SAN GIOVANNI IN LATERANO
This is the city’s cathedral and the first of the four papal basilicas. Built by Constantine following the First Council of Nicaea in 325, this is where Pope Boniface VIII announced the first Jubilee in 1300. The Constantine-era mosaics, Cosmatesque floor and ciborium remain, while the incredible “rooms of light” by Borromini can still be seen today.
Piazza di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 4 vatican.va
BASILICA DI SAN PAOLO FUORI LE MURA
This was the cemetery where St. Paul was buried. The church, built by Constantine, is one of the four papal basilicas, the second largest afer St. Peter’s and also called Ostiense.
Vaunting an imposing colonnade, it was destroyed by a fire and rebuilt as it was. The ciborium by Arnolfo di Cambio is priceless, while the mosaic portraits of all the popes is a rare masterpiece.
Piazzale San Paolo, 1 basilicasanpaolo.org
BASILICA DI SANTA MARIA MAGGIORE
The church, one of the four papal basilicas, maintains its original early-Christian structure and was built in the 4th century on the spot where snow is said to have fallen in the summer (commemorated every August 5). Inside also to the oldest Nativity, by Arnolfo di Cambio. Piazza di S. Maria Maggiore, 42 vatican.va
PANTHEON
BASILICA DI SANTA
MARIA AD MARTYRES
Dedicated to all the gods by general Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, it was later rebuilt by Emperor Hadrian. It is
almost a perfect sphere, 43 metres in diameter and vaunting a concrete dome with an oculus.
In addition to Raphael, Annibale Carracci, Perin del Vaga, Margherita di Savoia and kings Umberto I and Vitorio Emanuele II are all buried here.
Piazza della Rotonda pantheonroma.com
Closed: January 1, May 1, December 25
BASILICA DEI SANTI
COSMA E DAMIANO
The basilica is of the first churches built atop ancient buildings, in this case the Forum of Vespasian and the Temple of Romulus, both still visible. The apse contains a 6th-century
mosaic depicting Saints Peter and Paul Presenting Cosmas, Damian, Theodorus, and Pope Felix IV to Christ. The 18th-century Nativity, which sets the scene in Rome, is worth a look. Via dei Fori Imperiali, 1 cosmadamiano.com
BASILICA
DI SAN CLEMENTE
One church atop another between Esquiline and Caelian hills: the first was transformed from an earlier mithraeum built on top of Roman houses. The second (4th century), conserves frescoes dedicated to St. Alexi-
us. In the upper basilica (12th century), frescoes by Masolino dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria.
Via Labicana, 95 basilicasanclemente.com
BASILICA DI SAN PIETRO IN VINCOLI
Nothing remains of the 5th century church, the Baths of Titus and the Neronian domus. Julius II is buried here, whose tomb was designed by Michelangelo and vaunts his
imposing Moses. According to tradition, the church conserves some of the chains that bound St. Peter in the nearby Mamertine Prison, the oldest in Rome.
Piazza di San Pietro in Vicoli
BASILICA DI SANTA
MARIA DEGLI ANGELI
E DEI MARTIRI
Built by Michelangelo, who recovered the building without destroying the Frigidarium from the Baths of Diocletian, this church is where official state ceremonies are held. It was completed by Giacomo del Duca and restored by Luigi Vanvitelli. Amongst the works of art conserved here, a modern Igor Mitoraj and a sundial
built for the Jubilee.
Piazza della Repubblica santamariadegliangeliroma.it Closed on Saturdays
BASILICA DI SANTA MARIA DEL POPOLO
Built in 1099 with funds offered by the community (popolo in Italian, inspiring the church’s name), it was altered by Maderno, Raphael, Bramante and Bernini, and is decorated with masterpieces like the Crucifixion of St. Peter and the Conversion of St. Paul by Caravaggio in the transept. The Chigi Chapel is splendid, designed by Raphael and restored by Bernini.
Piazza del Popolo, 12 smariadelpopolo.com
BASILICA
DI SANTA MARIA IN TRASTEVERE
It is the oldest church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It is said that the church was built where oil miraculously erupted from the ground.
Rebuilt in the 12th century with materials taken from the Baths of Caracalla, it conserves a triumph of 13th-century mosaics, many of which are by Pietro Cavallini, as well as the historic
Madonna Theotókos. Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere
CHIESA DEL GESÙ
It is perhaps the first church built during the Counter-Reformation and was a model for all those that came later.
Vaunting a single nave and a barrel vault, the church has a large side pulpit and a central altar. Desired by Ignatius of Loyola (with his breathtaking revolving altarpiece), it is also the mother church of the Society of Jesus. Via degli Astalli, 16 chiesadelgesu.org
CHIESA DI SAN LUIGI
DEI FRANCESI
The church was completed in 1587 thanks to Catherine de’ Medici. The French church in Rome is famous for its paintings by Caravaggio, in
the Contarelli Chapel, dedicated to St. Mathew with The Calling, The Inspiration and The Martyrdom. The church also conserves frescoes by Domenichino and a copy of Raphael’s Saint Cecilia by Guido Reni.
Piazza di S. Luigi de’ Francesi saintlouis-rome.net
CHIESA DI SAN
PIETRO IN MONTORIO
It is famous for the Tempieto designed by Bramante. Legend
says that St. Peter was martyred here, and Beatrice Cenci has been buried here since her execution in 1599.
The Tempieto was commissioned by the Spanish king Ferdinand II of Aragon in the early 16th century to dissolve a vow. Today, the former convent houses the Royal Spanish Academy.
Piazza S. Pietro in Mortorio, 2 sanpietroinmontorio.it
CHIESA
DI SANT’AGNESE IN AGONE
Built atop the Stadium of Domitian, the church is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture, replete with optical illusions.
Built according to a Greekcross plan, it was redesigned by Borromini, who created a concave façade and separated the two bell towers, making it appear as if it were larger. Today, it is also an elegant venue for sacred music concerts.
Piazza Navona corner Via S.Maria dell’ Anima, 30/A santagneseinagone.org
CHIESA DI SANTA MARIA DELLA PACE
Commissioned Sixtus IV following the Pazzi Conspiracy in the hope for a period of peace, the church was altered in the 17th century by Pietro da Cortona.
In the Chigi Chapel designed by Michelangelo, there are paintings by Raphael. The adjacent former convent conserves the Bramante cloister (an exhibition site today); the dome was added in 1524.
Arco della Pace, 5
CHIESA
DELLA SANTISSIMA TRINITÀ DEI MONTI
Overlooking the homonymous staircase by Domenico Fontana, the church vaunts a façade with two bell. Its style is between Baroque and Rococo. Inside frescoes by Daniela da Volterra, including a portrait of Michelangelo and Giovan Batista Naldini.
In front of the church stands an obelisk that was in the Gardens of Sallust.
Piazza della Trinità dei Monti, 3
GARDENS AND PARKS
Villa Ada Savoia on via Salaria is one of the largest parks in Rome, while one of the most beautiful parks is the Villa Torlonia in Nomentano whith lakes and grotos, ex residence of Mussolini. Located in near the ancient Appian Way, the Aqueduct Park. The Rose Garden, at the base of the Palatine hill, is a must-see in the spring, while the Villa Borghese is a great classic.
PALACES
Many palaces are still inhabited by the same families who built them centuries ago, while others have become museums, embassies, government offices. But all of them are tied to the fortunes of popes who rebuilt the city beginning in the 15th century.
From the Visconti to the Orsini, the Corsini to the Colonna to the Borgia, Piccolomini, Della Rovere, Farnese, Medici, Carafa, Borghese, Barberini, Pamphilj, Chigi and Rospigliosi, each family lef an enduring mark on the city. There’s Palazzo Doria Pamphilj on the busy via del Corso, decorated in the Baroque style and vaunting loggias and courtyards elegantly frescoed. Palazzo Spada in piazza Capodiferro is
also impressive. Cardinal Bernardino commissioned its construction by Borromini, the man behind the famous Galleria Prospetica. Since 1927, the building has housed the Council of State. Palazzo Farnese is nearby, in the homonymous piazza decorated with two Egyptian, granite tubs from the Baths of Caracalla. The palazzo, granted to France in 1939 for 99 years, it now serves as the French embassy and is open to the public on July 14. Palazzo Chigi in piazza Colonna was instead intended as a place to host elite parties. Bought by the Chigi family in the mid-17th century, it became the seat of the Austrian embassy in 1917, followed by the headquarters of the Ministry of the Colonies under Mussolini, then the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and, lastly, the Council of Ministers
since 1961. The nearby Palazzo Montecitorio has been the seat of the Chamber of Deputies since 1870. Palazzo Madama is seat of the Italian Senate since 1871, it was the Medici’s Roman residence until Cardinal Ferdinando bought Villa Medici on the Pincian Hill. The villa is currently home to the French Academy in Rome. Palazzo del Quirinale was a papal residence and since 1946 it has been the official residence of the President of the Italian Republic. The Versailles-style 18th-century Palazzo Colonna is nearby, in piazza Santi Apostoli. Assigned to the university by Pope Eugene IV, the Renaissance Palazzo della Sapienza was later modified by Francesco Borromini, who added the Church of Sant’Ivo. The building houses the State Archives today.
BEST FOOD EXPERIENCES
The best restaurants in Rome. Reservation recommended, the ‘Les Clefs D’Or’ concierge is at your service
ALLEGRÌO
The visual and emotional experience of Allegrìo is complemented by food that celebrates Italy and its traditions. It begins in the morning with breakfast, and continues through business lunches and aperitifs to dinner and beyond, with a fascinating afer-dinner drinks list. Executive chef Daniele Creti offers a menu that ranges from the classics of Roman cuisine to more contemporary dishes, alongside the specialities of pizza masters Ivano Veccia and Peppe Aiello.
ALL’ARANCIO D’ORO DA CIALFI
Located a stone’s throw from Piazza del Parlamento and Via del Corso, All’Arancio d’Oro da Cialfi was founded in 1986 and tells the story of the Cialfi family’s passion and commitment. The menu is inspired by authentic traditional flavours, ennobled by the use of superior quality ingredients and an excellent wine list. The restaurant’s informal, convivial atmosphere makes All’Arancio d’Oro da Cialfi a welcoming place where guests are assured of a unique culinary experience.
BABETTE
Imagine dining in an elegant house, a lot of books and the scent of thyme and bread in the air. Babete is a combination of the skills and experiences of the owners, Flora and Silvia, who love pampering their guests every day with special atention. The menu changes depending on the availability of seasonal ingredients, following the creativity of the chef who ofen reinvents family recipes or traditional dishes.
Via Marche, 9 ph. +39 06 86218298
CARPACCIO BEEF RESTAURANT
Carpaccio Beef Restaurant, a Steak House Boutique located next to Via Veneto, is the tale of an all-Italian story, with an elegant venue, sof atmosphere, and modern cuisine that respects Italian tradition while bringing innovation and good taste since 1893. The focus on meat and culinary techniques are the highlights of the experience one can enjoy in this beautiful seting in the heart of Rome.
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Via dell’Umiltà 46A, Roma Ph. +39 06 6780226
Via di Monte Testaccio, 30 ph. +39 333 5855055 checchino-dal-1887.com
CHECCHINO DAL 1887
Checchino since 1887 is really an institution with 137 years of passion for Roman cuisine. Six generations of the same family have been managing this restaurant which combines tradition and quality, providing a unique gastronomic experience. Every dish is a must-try: from the delicious calves’ feet salad to the traditional bucatini alla gricia and rigatoni with pajata, or the oxtail alla vaccinara and the famous padelloto alla macellara. Elio and Francesco Mariani, professional sommeliers, personally select the wines, while Marina is in charge of the desserts.
Via della Conciliazione, 4 ph. +39 06 68892774 choruscafe.it
CHORUS
The outstanding thing about Chorus is the innovative cooking of chef Arcangelo Dandini, who showcases high-quality ingredients and impeccable presentation. A culinary experience to remember, made even more special by the creative ideas of mixology maestro Massimo D’Addezio.
DA FRANCESCO
It was back in 1957 that Francesco Boni and Amalia Tognoloni took over this venue close to Piazza Navona and created a place that has become a landmark for authentic local food. Even today, with the third generation of the family, although there are some contemporary variations, the traditional Roman recipes are ever present.
Piazza del Fico, 29 ph. +39 06 6864009 dafrancesco.it
DIANDRA
The Diandra restaurant is the place to go for those who love quality cuisine. Every day, you can try delicious seafood specialities such as mixed fried fish, spagheti with clams or Catalan-style lobster. Each dish is prepared only with the freshest and best ingredients to guarantee an authentic taste. There is more: the menu also includes Roman traditional dishes with iconic dishes such as the pasta carbonara or amatriciana. The chefs mix creativity with crafsmanship, offering a style cuisine that celebrates the sea and the history of Rome.
Via del Leoncino, 28/28a ph. +39 06 5415249 diandraristorante.com
ENOTECA CUVERIE
Cuverie is the vibrant heart of Trastevere, a place where the passion for wine blends in with the magical atmosphere of an eternal district. On every corner, you will find a restaurant where you can relax and embark on a sensory journey. The speciality of Cuverie is its tastings which offer the opportunity to savour the flavours and aromas of wine accompanied with creative and refined dishes. Customers can try a special wine tasting designed to help them discover rare, local and international wines, carefully selected to offer a refined and unforgetable experience.
Via Santa Cecilia, 1 ph. +39 06 83806268 enotecacuverie.it
Via della Conciliazione, 4 al secondo piano dell’Auditorium Conciliazione | ph. +39
choruscafe.it
FINGER’S ROMA
A luxury Japanese restaurant offering a fabulous culinary experience, thanks to the fusion creations of chef Roberto Okabe. Superb quality, excellent service and a beautiful seting, with generous sofa seating and sof lights creating a delicate, evanescent Japanese mood for a new eastern-style Dolce Vita. To round off the evening, Finger’s Roma has a spacious lounge area devoted to mixology, where you can sample innovative cocktails.
Via Francesco Carrara, 12/15 ph. +39 06 3234453 fingersrestaurants.com
IL FALCHETTO
Tucked away among the city’s most delightful squares and narrow streets, Il Falcheto offers meticulous cooking with a strong focus on quality ingredients. The menu features all the classics of Roman cuisine, like pasta with cacio e pepe, amatriciana or carbonara, Jewish-style artichokes, oxtail alla Vaccinara and tripe. There’s also a huge variety of fish dishes. All are accompanied by superb wines, thanks to the list of more than 200 labels, to suit all tastes.
IL PORTO DI RIPETTA
From 2014, Il Porto di Ripeta is the perfect place for those looking for cuisine which combines innovation with a deep respect for tradition. Over the years, the staff have refined their unique style, delighting guests with original creations and authentic flavours. From the most creative seafood dishes to the most classic recipes, each course is designed to be a gastronomic experience that combines technique, creativity and respect for the ingredients.
Via di Ripetta 250 ph. +39 06 93570160 ilportodiripetta.com
Via dei Montecatini, 12 ph. +39 06 6791160 ristoranteilfalchetto.it
LA FONTANA DI VENERE
In the beating heart of Rome, a stone’s throw from the Trevi Fountain but away from the tourist chaos, stands La Fontana di Venere, a quiet, informal restaurant where you can sample the most authentic flavours of Roman cuisine. From artichoke alla romana to carbonara, saltimbocca alla romana to poached sea bass all’acqua pazza, every dish here is a culinary experience to remember.
Vicolo dei Modelli, 56 ph. +39 06 85388054
IMÀGO
Imàgo - image and magic - summarises in just one word the philosophy behind the restaurant at the Hassler in Rome: a location where the magnificent view of the Eternal City and the flavours come together to create a unique culinary experience. Andrea Antonini has since 2018 been Executive Chef, developing a vision that puts Italian and local recipes front and centre, deconstructing and reconstructing them with exquisite technique and creative flair.
Piazza Trinità dei Monti, 6 ph. +39 06 69934726 hotelhasslerroma.com
ORMA
A fine-dining restaurant with an international outlook in the historic Ludovisi neighbourhood. Orma’s architecture is visually stunning, and the food ranges from fine dining, with a chef’s table seating four, to the formula lunch at the bistro and a cocktail bar on the terrace for hot summer nights. Ingredients are brought straight from the Orto di Orma in the Lazio countryside.
OSTERIA QUARANTAQUATTRO
In the historic centre of Rome, there’s a place that interweaves traditional cooking with modern touches for an unforgetable dining experience. It’s the perfect seting for dinner with friends, a business lunch or a romantic evening. The menu combines mediterranean cuisine with an ongoing quest for new combinations, and the result is a triumph of flavour and tradition. Wines come in a broad range of aromas and styles for a pleasant and lasting memory.
Via Aureliana, 44 ph. +39 06 42013318 osteriaquarantaquattro.com
Via Boncompagni, 31/33 ph. +39 06 8543182 ormaroma.it
Vicolo della Cancelleria, 36 ph. +39 06 68803140 piroosteriadipesce.it
PIRÒ
Pirò opened in 2015 and today it’s a modern fish restaurant located in a historic palace built in the year 1000, very close to Piazza Navona. In this welcoming and meticulously designed seting, Pirò serves simple food that showcases the natural flavours of local fish, for an unforgetable culinary experience.
Via Luca della Robbia, 21-23 ph. +39 06 5743017 ristoranteaicocci.com
RISTORANTE AI COCCI
At Ristorante Ai Cocci, our culinary story is the result of years of experience and passion, and guests are offered a genuine Roman food experience in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where pasta is prepared the old-fashioned way, desserts are home-made and all ingredients are excellent quality. Every dish tells the story of the city and our love for its traditional cuisine.
The owner Clemente Quaglia and his chef have devised a menu with an intense focus on sourcing ingredients. An enjoyable lunch venue, a place to take friends for a summer evening in Rome, or a perfect romantic dinner, sampling traditional dishes reinterpreted with a modern slant. A place to visit every day.
The restaurant just steps away from Via Veneto where the sea unveils its flavors in a refined yet informal atmosphere. Its cuisine of memories narrates the creativity of Chef Davide Cianeti with offerings of locally sourced seafood and a wine list boasting sought-afer and prestigious labels. The American bar serves tapas paired with cocktails that can be enjoyed both at the counter and in the outdoor seating area.
Via Sicilia 47 ph. +39 06 5575012 damareroma.it
RISTORANTE IL MIRAGGIO FONTANA DI TREVI
Located between the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Venezia, this renowned restaurant since 1992 atracts gourmets with their excellent Mediterranean cuisine served in an informal and welcoming seting and in the pleasant outdoor space. To make your meal strictly Roman, order the Roman-style artichokes, Tonnarelli Cacio&Pepe, Carbonara or Amatriciana and Saltimbocca alla romana. For authentic Sardinian taste, try the Fregola with Clams, Culurgiones ravioli and Sea Bream with Vermentino wine. Also on offer is Pinsa romana. Open daily from lunch to dinner, no stop. Gluten-free options are available, as the special home made tiramisu.
Via dell’Umiltà, 46A ph. +39 06 6780226
RISTORANTE L’ARCHEOLOGIA
Since 1804, Ristorante L’Archeologia has told the story of the city through its food, its wine cellar and its unique experience. New forms of expression are inspired by traditional regional food and wine culture, while respect for superb ingredients is always at the heart.
RISTORANTE LIFE
RISTORANTE MIRABELLE
Via Appia Antica, 139 ph. +39 06 7880494 larcheologia.it
Opened 20 years ago in a quiet, elegant street near Piazza di Spagna, Ristorante Life offers high-quality dishes based on fresh fish, meat and white and black truffles. There’s a terrace garden with a huge variety of plants, and indoor dining rooms with beautiful cosy decor. A fantastic cellar of the best Italian wines.
Via della Vite 28 ph. +39 06 69380948 ristorantelife.com
On the seventh floor of the elegant Hotel Splendide Royal, the Mirabelle restaurant offers a sensory experience on one of the most enchanting gourmet terraces in the city. Surrounded by a unique panorama, wonder and marvel intertwine amidst the Mediterranean flavors of refined cuisine and the elegance of unparalleled hospitality.
Via di Porta Pinciana, 14 ph. +39 06 42168838 robertonaldicollection.com
Via della Penna, 68 ph. +39 06 3610291 osteriastana.it
RISTORANTE ST. ANA
Storied restaurant, always a landmark in Rome for good food. Opened in 1968 by Elio Quagliarini and his wife Antonieta, it is now run by their son, Roberto. It is located in an evocative seting of rare beauty, in an historic building with medieval walls, close to Piazza del Popolo. Its ancient walls testify to the countless showbiz stars and illustrious figures who have dined here from the Sixties to today.
Via Pompeo Magno, 12c ph. +39 06 24401661 theappuntamento.it
THE APPUNTAMENTO
Nestled in Rome’s elegant Prati district, just steps from Piazza del Popolo and Via Cola di Rienzo, this glamorous Italian bistrot and concept store is a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity. Here, classic cuisine meets floral artistry, fine ceramics, and curated design objects. Wandering among the chic armchairs and sophisticated wallpaper, it’s easy to imagine crossing paths with a ‘60s diva, as you savor an exquisite cocktail or indulge in signature creations by Executive Chef Marco Melati.
Via San Nicola da Tolentino, 26 ph. +39 06 4745560 tullioristorante.it
TULLIO
Not far from Piazza Barberini and Via Veneto, Tullio has been run by the same family since 1950. It all began with a small grocery shop, and has become a landmark in the city. In this informal, convivial place you can sample typical Florentine dishes (the owners are originally from Tuscany) and seasonal specialities, accompanied by a superb range of wines.
Cherry is a nice profumeria carryng dozens of the most exclusive and artisanal scents on the market
TRATTORIAS
FELICE A TESTACCIO
Via Mastro Giorgio, 29 ph. +39 06 5746800 feliceatestaccio.com
HOSTARIA DA PIETRO
Via di Gesù e Maria, 18 ph. +39 06 3208816 hostariadapietro.it
MATRICIANELLA
Via del Leone, 4 ph. +39 06 6832100 matricianella.it
A refined restaurant and cocktail bar right in the centre of Rome, with an elegant and exquisitely retro style, where diners can give themselves over to the pleasures of traditional Roman cooking and fresh Mediterranean and seafood dishes for an unforgetable culinary experience. Outdoor seating is available.
Via del Viminale, 2 ph. +39 06 4818229
TRATTORIA DA CESARE AL CASALETTO
Via del Casaleto, 45 ph. +39 06 536015 tratoriadacesare.it
TRATTORIA DA CESARE AL PELLEGRINO
Via Del Pellegrino, 117 ph. +39 06 68801978 tratoriadacesare.it
TRATTORIA PENNESTRI
Via Giovanni da Empoli, 5 ph. +39 06 5742418 tratoriapennestri.it
TAVERNA TRILUSSA
Via del Politeama, 23 ph. +39 06 5818918 tavernatrilussa.com
MICHELIN STARRED RESTAURANTS
ACQUOLINA**
Via del Vantaggio, 14 ph. +39 06 3201590 acquolinaristorante.it
ALL’ORO*
Via Giuseppe Pisanelli, 25 ph. +39 06 97996907 ristorantealloro.it
AROMA*
Via Labicana, 125 ph. +39 06 97615109 manfredihotels.com
ENOTECA LA TORRE**
Lungotevere delle Armi, 22 ph. +39 06 45668304 villalaetitia.enotecalatorre.group
IMÀGO*
Piazza Trinità dei Monti, 6 ph. +39 06 69934726 hotelhasslerroma.com
IL PAGLIACCIO**
Via dei Banchi Vecchi, 129A ph. +39 06 68809595 ristoranteilpagliaccio.com
LA PERGOLA***
Via Alberto Cadlolo, 101 ph. +39 06 35092152 romecavalieri.com
PIPERO*
Corso Vitorio Emanuele II 246/248/250 ph. +39 06 68139022 piperoroma.it
HOTEL
RESTAURANTS & BARS
ANIMA
Salita di San Nicola da Tolentino, 14 ph. +39 06 45249009 animaristoranteroma.it
BIVIUM RESTAURANT-CAFÉ-BAR
Piazza di San Marcello ph. +39 06 86814000 sixsenses.com
BRUNELLO BAR AND RESTAURANT
Via Vitorio Veneto, 70A ph. +39 06 06421111 rome.baglionihotels.com
CAFÈ ROMAN0
Via Borgognona, 4M ph. +39 06 69981500 collezione.starhotels.com
COGNAC LOUNGE
Via di San Basilio, 15 ph. + 39 06 4229001 alephrome.com
FOLLIE
Via del Gianicolo 3 ph. +39 06 92590, melia.com
GIANO RESTAURANT
Via Liguria, 28 ph. +39 06 894121 gianorestaurant.com
INEO
Piazza della Repubblica, 46 ph. +39 06 48938061 ineorestaurant.com
J.K. CAFÈ
Via di Monte d’Oro, 30 ph. +39 06 982634 jkroma.com
LA TERRAZZA
DELL’HOTEL EDEN
Via Ludovisi, 49 ph. +39 06 47812752 dorchestercollection.com
LE JARDIN DE RUSSIE
Via del Babuino, 9 ph. +39 06 32888870 roccofortehotels.com
LUMEN COCKTAILS & CUISINE
Via Vitorio Emanuele
Orlando, 3 ph +39 06 47092740 marriot.it
CIELO RESTAURANT
Via Sistina, 69 ph. +30 06 97793716 roccofortehotels.com
ORVM
Via Vitorio Veneto, 125 ph. + 39 06 47081 marriot.com
RISTORANTE
CADORIN & LOUNGE BAR
Via Vitorio Veneto, 70 ph. + 39 06 47871 millenniumhotels.com
Via Vitorio Veneto, 60 ph. + 39 06 42010788 scarpetarestaurants.com
SETTIMO ROMAN
CUISINE & TERRACE
Via Lombardia, 47 ph. + 39 06 478021 setimoristorante.it ILPORTODIRIPETTA.COM
INFORMATION GETTING AROUND IN ROME AND THE SURROUNDING AREA
Everything you need to know to move in the city and further afield
TAXI E UBER
Rome’s taxis can be booked by calling +39 06 0609, Free Now app or you can catch one at the taxi stand.
Starting price from 6:00 to 22:00 on weekdays: €3,50. Starting price from 6:00 to 22:00, weekends and holidays: €5,00. Starting price at night from 22:00 to 6:00: €7,50.
Fixed rate from Rome city center to Fiumicino airport: €55,00. Fixed rate from Rome city center to Ciampino airport: €40,00.
Rome is also covered by Uber service with cars bookable through the Uber app.
CAR SHARING
The simple, sustainable shared vehicle solution. To
access the service you need to register with operators and download the Car Sharing Roma app. The fleets of vehicles include hybrid and electric options.
follow the instructions to register and activate the service. To hire bikes or scooters, choose one of the three operators Lime, Dot and Bird (until 2026). They can also be booked via the Uber app.
CITY BIKE AND SCOOTERS
In Rome it’s quick and easy to hire a shared bicycle or scooter: just choose an operator, download the app and
BUS
Rome boasts a total of 379 bus lines (including 29 night buses). The night buses replace the metro when it’s closed, and are essential for geting around the city afer midnight.
Urban lines (U) operate from 5:00 or 6:30, and the service ends at midnight. Night buses (N): operate when the metro is closed, between 00:00 and
DISTANCE FROM ROME TO:
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5:00 or 6:00. Bus tickets (like metro tickets) can be bought at metro stations, tobacco shops or newspaper kiosks, or on the ATAC ROMA app. A standard ticket is valid for 100 minutes from stamping, and covers one journey on ATAC public transport. The price is € 1.50. There are also day tickets (€ 7.00), 2-day tickets (€12.50), 3-day tickets (€18.00) and other options.
METRO
The metro is an alternative way to move around the city. There are 4 lines: A (Anagnina-Batistini), B (Laurentina-Rebibbia),
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B1 (Laurentina-Jonio) and C (Pantano-San Giovanni), and trains run at the weekends too.
From Sunday to Thursday, the first train is at 5:30 and the last at 23:30; on Friday and Saturday the first is at 5:30 and the last at 1:30. In August 2023, line A is partially closed for refurbishment.
TRAIN
Rome has 71 railway stations. The main one is Roma Termini in the city centre, Italy’s most important railway hub. The second-largest in terms of passenger numbers is Roma Tiburtina. Both are served by high-speed connections to the main Italian destinations. To reach the centre of Rome from Tiburtina, take the blue metro line B and get off at Colosseum.
AIRPORTS
Fiumicino international airport (IATA code FCO) is the largest of Rome’s airports. It is located 32 kilometres from the capital, and connected to Roma Termini by the Leonardo Express train and numerous shutle bus services. Ciampino airport is mainly used by low-cost airlines, and is 17 kilometres from the centre.
HOTELS
ANANTARA PALAZZO NAIADI
ROME HOTEL
Piazza della Repubblica, 48-49 ph. +39 06 489381 anantara.com
BAGLIONI HOTEL REGINA
Via Vitorio Veneto, 72 ph. +39 06 421111 rome.baglionihotels.com
GRAND HOTEL PALACE
Via Vitorio Veneto, 70 ph. +39 06 47871 millenniumhotels.com
HOTEL DE RUSSIE
Via del Babbuino, 9 ph. +39 06 328881 roccofortehotels.com
HOTEL DE LA VILLE
Via Sistina, 69 ph. +39 06 977931 roccofortehotels.com
HOTEL D’INGHILTERRA ROMA
STARHOTELS COLLEZIONE
Via Bocca di Leone, 14 ph. +39 06 699811 collezione.starhotels.com
HOTEL EDEN
Via Ludovisi, 49, Roma ph. +39 06 478121 www.dorchestercollection.com
HOTEL HASSLER
Piazza Trinita dei Monti, 6 ph. +39 06 699340 hotelhasslerroma.com
INTERCONTINENTAL ROME
AMBASCIATORI PALACE
Via Vitorio Veneto, 62 ph. +39 06 47493 ihg.com
J.K.PLACE ROMA
Via di Monte d’Oro, 30 ph. +39 06 982634 jkroma.com
ORIENT EXPRESS
LA MINERVA
Piazza della Minerva, 69 grandhoteldelaminerve.com
PALAZZO MANFREDI
Via Labicana, 125 ph. +39 06 77591380 manfredihotels.com
ROME CAVALIERI, A WALDORF ASTORIA HOTELS
Via Alberto Cadlolo 101 ph. +39 06 35091 romecavalieri.com
THE FIRST ROMA DOLCE
Via del Corso, 63 ph. +39 06 45427861 pavilionshotels.com
