Events in Rome

Rome parks

An oasis of shade, Rome parks

When it gets hot in Rome, and it can get really hot! People start to look for shady places to survive the warmest hours of the day. The heat is definitely far more bearable if you're near a fountain or under a trees and luckily enough in Rome parks are numerous and also very interesting to visit. So it's good to know where to look for a Roman park. In addition, Rome parks such as Villa Borghese and Villa Medici Gardens belong to the most popular strolling venues in the Eternal City and they're famous for their charm and unique atmosphere. In this Rome-explorer.com article you’ll find some useful information on Rome parks.

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Villa Borghese Rome

Villa Borghese: Rome's Green Hideaway

A typical Rome’s feature is the presence of several large and historical parks, such as Villa Ada, Villa Pamphili, but the most important one in Rome is Villa Borghese. If you’re planning a visit to Rome and you want to have a break from the crowded streets of the city centre, we recommend you a visit to Villa Borghese. Rome centre’s beauty is certainly breathtaking, but especially in summertime you could be wanting to seek some rest in the shadow, in this case Villa Borghese is the place for you. A huge park filled with historical buildings, monuments, museums, restaurants and cafés,  a theatre and other attractions. Rome-explorer.com takes you for a small virtual tour of Villa Borghese in Rome.


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Monti Rome

Monti Rome: Rome's Bohemian District

Rome is rich in ancient places. Among these there is the Monti District, with its everlasting charm. The district has been an important neighborhood since the time of Ancient Rome, and as the hills and narrow streets suggest, Monti as we know it today is built directly on top of layer after layer of the past. For those who want to take in this wonderful setting and spend some time going for a walk among the old buildings in the Monti district, this guide has been designed especially for you.

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San Lorenzo Rome

San Lorenzo: The University Neighborhood

San Lorenzo, Rome's university neighborhood, which is famous today for its intense Roman movida, was built between 1884 and 1888. Its construction was in order to create housing for workers that arrived in Rome towards the end of the XIX century to contribute to the urban development of the Eternal City after the unification of Italy in 1870. After the Ancient Roman, and Papal Roman periods, the so-called Third Rome. This short guide will tell you what you need to know about the area and give you some advice on what to do here.

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Campo de' Fiori

Campo de' Fiori: Rome's Most Important Rendezvous

Campo de' Fiori is one of the most famous places in Rome. It is the open-air theatre of a picturesque market in daytime and a meeting point for people at night. Piazza Campo de' Fiori is a nerve center for culture and history in Rome. Campo de' Fiori is also the only historically important square in Rome that does not have a church. Whether your visit is during the day, or night (or both) this square is sure to figure among your favorite places in Rome. 

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Piazza del Popolo Rome

Piazza del Popolo Rome

The population hasn’t got anything to do with the name of this square, even if it is often chosen for the site of events in Rome due to its dimesions and location. The term “popolo” derives from the Latin ''populus'' that means poplar, so the square began its long history as the piazza of the poplar. Piazza del Popolo is one of the best examples of architectural stratification with elements belonging to different periods, from the Baroque, Egyptian, XVII, and XIX centuries. Let’s discover the history, the description and some useful information about the area of Piazza del Popolo.

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Rome Exhibition

Rome Exhibition: Hidden Treasures

Rome has always been an art center, and its ancient amazing palaces have often been set aside for the collection of works by artists representing past trends, as well as contemporary modern styles. There are several exhibitions spaces in Rome where you will be able to see both permanent and rotating collections, and we strongly recommend that you see which exhibitions will be taking place in Rome during your stay so that you don't miss out on anything important.

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Rome Trastevere

Rome Trastevere: Historic Attractions and Nightlife

Trastevere is one of the most charming places in Rome, a tangle of ancient narrow streets spaced out by enchanting squares. As a tourist or a Roman you should visit Trastevere if you love art and culture, if you like meeting a lot of people, or simply if you want to breathe in the air of the district which represents the Roman character in the most faithful manner. On this page you will be able to find ideas about where to eat, have a good time, and stay in Trastevere.
 

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Monuments in Rome

Monuments in Rome: Discovering the City's Treasures

Rome is the most charming city of Italy. Sung by poets, described by illustrious writers from all around the world, the Eternal City offers an extraordinary choice of great monuments, rich museums, opulent ruins, and art exhibitions. You may enjoy a tour including some compulsory places of its ancient beauty or of its modern face. Let’s see what Rome has to offer.

 

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