TOP 15 FREE THINGS TO DO IN ROME

My mission is to see as much of Rome on a zero-budget! And I mean the top-tier! As a local, here’s the list of the free things to do in Rome, Italy.

Roaming in Rome can be difficult for those traveling around with tight budgets and even tighter schedules. Some of Rome’s greatest attractions require pre-booking just to see, and when you throw in tickets for every booth, a few euros for a gelato and aperitivo here, a train ride, a taxi ride there, a guided tour way over there…it can all mount up to something pretty huge.

But I am not here to talk about how costly Rome can get. At the end of it all, the best things in life are not free, despite whatever that dubious quote up there says.

My mission was different; to see as much of Rome on a zero-budget. This is about getting around on foot or bicycles. Entering museums when they open for free, walking ancient public halls for free, and gazing at some of the most exquisite art, architecture, and man’s creations for free.

PS:

These selections are in no way exhaustive; I just added those I personally visited and given that you might not have enough days in Rome, these places are as good as saying you’ve been to Rome!

That being said, in case you have fewer days in Rome, use the regional trains and metros to quickly get around using the Trainline App to access all trains in Italy. The cost is €1 per use but if you are to use frequently the trains and metros, just get the daily ticket at €8 for 24 hours ( called BIRG ) and this gives you access to all trams, buses, underground metros and trains within Rome environs – which includes day trips to Viterbo, Bracciano etc. Make sure it’s written Zona 3 and ALWAYS validate the tickets before use!

If you are interested in A Brief History of Rome, check out my History of Roman Emperors blog articles.

If you have more days to spend in Rome, check out my 10 Beautiful Day Trips Around Rome.

Thanks and enjoy!

1. The Pantheon aka ( Basilica di Santa Maria ad Martyres )

F.A.Q.s:

1. Nearby Car Parking:

Colonna (Via Santa Maria in Via, 11), Muoviamo Belsina (Via Belsiana, 98), Parking Sant’Agata (Via di Sant’Agata de Goti, 19), Saba Cola di Riezo (Via Ennio Quirino Visconti, 82/84)

2. Why Visit:

a.) Housed all of Rome’s Gods and a marvel of architecture.

b.) Burial place of King Vittorio Emanuele II (first king of a unified Italy), King Umberto 1 and Queen Margherita of Savoy (the first queen of Italy), Raphael etc

c.) Holds works from Manfredo Manfredi, Il Lorenzone, Bernadino Cametti, Vincenzo de Rossi, Andrea Camassei, Baldassare Peruzzi, Francesco Rosa, Ludovico Gimignani and others.

3. Nearest Attractions:

Vatican, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Campo di Fiori, Trastevere, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona.

4. Tours:

Skip-the-line with Audio Tour and Lecture tours are available.

5. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Yes. There are ramps that make moving about on a wheelchair easier. But the cobblestones can be rough on those moving around on a wheelchair. Use the “Contact” desk for help on navigation. (Entry is Free by the way regardless of new policy)

Tips

⬆️ WATCH ⬆️on everything you need to KNOW about the Trevi Fountain.

2. The Trevi Fountain

F.A.Q.s:

1. Nearby Car Parking:

Colonna (Via Santa Maria in Via, 11), Muoviamo Belsina (Via Belsiana, 98), Parking Sant’Agata (Via di Sant’Agata de Goti, 19), Saba Cola di Riezo (Via Ennio Quirino Visconti, 82/84)

2. Why visit:

Toss a coin to return to Rome again, so says the myth. Theme of water and stone reflective of the City of Rome

3. Closest Attractions:

Vatican, Colosseum, Pantheon, Campo di Fiori, Trastevere, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, Aqua Virgo, Via del Corso shopping street

4. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Yes. It gets crowded though, so perhaps time the visit at the hours suggested below.

5. Closest Gelateria:

Gelato in Trevi (via di S. Vincenzo, 31); Melograno (Piazza di Trevi, 101); Don Nino (Piazza dei Crociferi)

6. Best visiting times:

Evening hours for best photos and fewest street hawkers

7. Best season for visiting:

Winter has the smallest crowds

8. Safety tip:

Keep belongings close to the body – BEWARE OF PICKPOCKETS !!

So many shiny coins…: It is Illegal to steal coins or SWIM in the Trevi Fountain!!

Tips

3. Piazza Navona

F.A.Q.s:

1. Car Parking:

Colonna (Via Santa Maria in Via, 11), Muoviamo Belsina (Via Belsiana, 98), Parking Sant’Agata (Via di Sant’Agata de Goti, 19), Saba Cola di Riezo (Via Ennio Quirino Visconti, 82/84)

2. Why visit:

Three Iconic fountains; Fountain of the Four Rivers, the Fountain of Neptune, and the Fountain of the Moor.

3. Closest Attractions:

Stadium of Domitian, St. Peter’s Basilica, Museo e Galleria Borghese, Vatican, Colosseum, Pantheon, Campo di Fiori, Church of St Agnes, Trastavere, Spanish Steps.

4. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Yes. There are cabs from Fiumicino Airport that are wheelchair friendly

5. Fun Activities:

Spot the Street Art and Grafitti

6. Closest Gelateria:

Grom, Fiocco di neve, Gelateria Millennium, Mariotti Gelateria

7. Best visiting times:

Early morning and evening for best photos and fewest street hawkers

8. Best season for visiting:

Spring and Fall

9. Is it safe:

Absolutely! Most amazing nightlife, social meeting spot, and bars all around

10. Safety tip:

Keep belongings close to body

11. Disabled Persons:

Wheelchair and stroller-friendly

12. Street Artists:

Charges from €15 – €70

TIPS

4. Janiculum Hill

F.A.Q.s:

1. Car Parking:

Porta Portese Car Park (Via Francesco Benaglia, 22); Donna Olimpia Car Park (Via di Donna Olimpia. 14A); Prati Car Park (Piazza Unita, 62)

2. Why visit:

Best sunset view in Rome. Panoramic capture of the Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Rome’s city skyline

3. Closest Attractions:

🟡 Fontana dell’Acqua Paola (Via Garibaldi: 1km away);

🟡 Villa Lante al Gianicolo (via Passeggiata del Gianicolo: 240m away);

🟡 PlayStar (Viale Aldo Moro 19: 3.4 km away);

🟡 Basilica Cattedrale Maria Santissima della Madia (Cathedral Square 1: 270 m away);

🟡 Sabbiadoro Beach (Contrada Capitolo Costa Dei Trulli: 8.4 km away);

🟡 Castello di Carlo V (Largo Castello 5; 180 m away);

🟡 Palazzo Corsini (Via della Lungara, 10: 2.3km away)

4. Mobility:

Segway, scooter, and Vespa friendly

5. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Not really because it is a hard walk up… Paths are graveled, sidewalks have slides, and professional guides available

6. Fun Activities:

Chauffeured ride in Vintage Fiat 500 and Golf cart rides up the hill; Check out Street art on Traffic Signs on walk from Piazza Navona

7. Closest Gelateria:

La Terrazza Del Gianicolo

8. Best visiting times:

Sunrise and Sunset; They shoot the Cannon at noon WATCH the video above on my YouTube channel

9. Best season for visiting:

All year

10. Is it safe:

Yes; most crowds are there to catch the Sunsets and Sunrises

11. Safety tip:

Didn’t notice the need for anything special

12. Pro Tip:

Wear comfy walking shoes and a hat

5. Vatican Museums

F.A.Q.s:

1. Car Parking:

Parking Risorgimento (Via Vespsiano, 22b); Garage San Pietro (Piazza di Santa Maria alle Fornaci, 26); Super Garage San Pietro (Via Gregorio VII, 85); Garage Stazione San Pietro (Via della Stazione di San Pietro, 43)

2. Why visit:

54 Museums/Galleries, 70, 000 artworks, 1400 rooms. Notable attractions include the 120 meters of frescoes in the Gallery of Maps, the Raphael Rooms, the Gregorian Etruscan Museum, and the Profane Museum

3. Closest Attractions:

Gardens of Vatican City (Via Paolo VI, 29); Spanish Steps; Piazza Navona

4. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Free wheelchairs are available when available; Electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters allowed

5. Fun Activities:

Meet the Pope (Wednesdays and some Sundays); Attend Mass (5x a week); Photos with Swiss Guard; Send postcards anywhere to anyone; Experience Vatican night tours

6. Closest Gelateria:

Old Bridge Gelateria (Viale dei Bastioni di Michelangelo, 5); Lemongrass Ice Cream (Via Ottaviano, 29); Gelateria Millenium (Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie, 2a)

7. Best time to Visit:

Friday Nights

8. Best season for visiting:

April – October

9. How long should I spend here:

2-3hrs

10. Is it safe:

ABSOLUTELY!

TIPS

1. Wear comfy walking shoes and a hat
2. You cannot book “skip the line tickets” on Free days
3. Book a tour guide for best experience and information
4. Leave heavy loads at the cloakroom (for free)
5. Switch off your phone
6. Flash photography not allowed
7. Cover your shoulders, knees and neckline in respect
8. Guided tours are better than self-guided tours. Book a food tour of the Vatican too to take care of your needs
9. Avoid vendors selling you tickets on the streets
10. Check the online reviews or reputations of restaurants of cafes you encounter before sitting down

6. Seeing the Pope

F.A.Q.s:

1. Car Parking:

Parking Risorgimento (Via Vespsiano, 22b); Garage San Pietro (Piazza di Santa Maria alle Fornaci, 26); Super Garage San Pietro (Via Gregorio VII, 85); Garage Stazione San Pietro (Via della Stazione di San Pietro, 43)

2. When to visit:

Wednesday Papal Audiences (Collect Free ticket by 7-8:30 am); Sunday Angelus Holidays (weekly at Noon on Sunday); Papal Masses; Non-Holiday Papal Masses; Holiday Events that are not Holy Mass

3. Closest Attractions:

Gardens of Vatican City (Via Paolo VI, 29); Spanish Steps; Piazza Navona

4. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Free wheelchairs available when available; Electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters allowed

5. Fun Activities:

Photos with Swiss Guard; Send postcards anywhere to anyone; Experience Vatican night tours

6. Closest Gelateria:

Old Bridge Gelateria (Viale dei Bastioni di Michelangelo, 5); Lemongrass Ice Cream (Via Ottaviano, 29); Gelateria Millenium (Piazza Santa Maria delle Grazie, 2a)

7. Best time to Visit:

by 8:30 am

8. Best season for visiting:

April – October

9. How long should I spend here:

15-30 min

10. Is it safe:

Yes.

11. Safety tip:

N/A.

TIPS

1. Seating fills up quick, especially in Summer
2. You cannot book “skip the line tickets” on Free days
3. Book a tour guide or an audio guide for best experience and information
4. Download the Pope App to know when to see the Pope
5. Leave heavy loads at the cloakroom (for free)
6. Switch off your phone
7. Flash photography not allowed
8. Cover your shoulders, knees and neckline in respect
9. Avoid vendors selling you tickets on the streets
10. Check the online reviews or reputations of restaurants of cafes you encounter before sitting down

7. The Appian Way

F.A.Q.s:

1. Car Parking:

Park Platz (Via Appia Nuova, 473-441), Via Appia Nouva Parking (Via Appia Nouva), Parking Appia (Via Appia Nouva, 152), Parking Rome (Viale Furio Camille, 54B)

2. When to visit:

Any day

3. Closest Attractions:

Walking along the Via Appia Antica, Catacombs of Rome along Appian Way

4. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Good

5. Fun Activities:

Bike riding, sightseeing bus tour, Catacombs and Appian Way half-day walking tour, Catacombs and Appian Way e-bike tour

6. Closest Gelateria:

The Gelatist (Via Appia Nuova, 128), Il Gelato Tentatore (Via Appia Nuova, 409), Gelataria Lebate (Via Mario Menghini, 24)

7. Best time to Visit:

Sundays (Traffic is closed)

8. Best season for visiting:

April – June and September – early November

9. How long should I spend here:

1 day (Start from Via Appia Antica and let the gods lead your journey)

10. Is it safe:

Yes.

11. Safety tip:

As always, travel safe and in groups. Rome Bus tours are a good way to travel and enjoy the sites

TIPS

1. Metro and Bus combinations are cheapest for getting around
2. Start the adventure at the Porta San Sebastiano and the Aurelian Walls
3. If you just want to walk the road, 3.5 hours are enough

8. The Spanish Steps

Location: Piazza di Spagna

F.A.Q.s:

1. Entry:

Free (All Day)

2. Closest Metro:

Spagna Metro Station

3. Car Parking:

Vantaggio Parking (Via del Vantaggio, 44), Vicolo del Leonetto Garage (Vicolo del Leonetto, 6-14), Parcheggio Saba di Spagna (Viale del Galoppatoio, 33)

4. Why visit:

One of the most romantic spots in Rome

5. When to visit:

Any day

6. Closest Attractions:

Gardens of Vatican City, Stadium of Domitian, St. Peter’s Basilica, Museo e Galleria Borghese, Vatican, Colosseum, Pantheon, Campo di Fiori, Church of St Agnes, Trastevere and Rome’s first and cutest McDonald

7. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Good

8. Fun Activities:

relax and chill, join Rome walking tours, Golf Cart City Tour with aperitivo, E-bike Tour, Full Day Vespa Rental Tour.

9. Closest Gelateria:

Venchi Cioccolato e Gelato (Via Della Croce 25/26), Gelateria Artigianale Cecere (Via del Lavatore 84/85), Icecream Shop La Strega Nocciola (Via del Vitte, 100)

10. Best time to Visit:

7 am – 9 am

11. Best season for visiting:

April – June

12. How long should I spend here:

30 mins

13. Is it safe:

Yes.

14. Safety tip:

As always, travel safe and in groups. Rome Bus tours are a good way to travel and enjoy the sites

TIPS

1. You can refill your bottle of water from the boat fountain (Fontana della Barcaccia)
2. Views close to the Trinita dei Monti Church are incredible
3. Don’t sit, eat or lie on the steps – Hefty fines – Read the signs while there
4. Wear comfy shoes if you intend to move around
5. Avoid flash photography in the Trinita dei Monti Church

9. Villa Borghese

Location: Villa Borghese

F.A.Q.s:

1. Entry:

Free (6 am – 6 pm) – For Galleria Borghese you need to pay and also book in advance!

2. Closest Metro:

Spagna Line A and Flaminio – Piazza del Popolo

3. Car Parking:

Parcheggio Saba di Spagna (Viale del Galoppatoio, 33), Vantaggio Parking (Via del Vantaggio, 44), Vicolo del Leonetto Garage (Vicolo del Leonetto, 6-14)

4. Why visit:

Great gallery of art, beautiful gardens, picnicking, jogging, oasis with shaded walkway, old Roman Temple

5. When to visit:

Tuesday – Sunday

6. Closest Attractions:

Gardens of Vatican City, Stadium of Domitian, St. Peter’s Basilica, Museo and Galleria Borghese, Vatican, Colosseum, Pantheon, Campo di Fiori, Church of St Agnes, Trastevere

7. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Good

8. Fun Activities:

Relax and chill, take a boat tour on the lake within Villa Borghese park, and Visit Museo and Galleria Borghese

9. Closest Gelateria:

Don Nino (Piazza di Spagna, 65), Gelateria La Paloma (Via di Sant’Andrea delle Fratte, 13), Neve di Latte (Via Vittorio Veneto, 112)

10. Best time to Visit:

9:00 am – 7:00 pm (for the Gallery; rest any time)

11. Best season for visiting:

March – early April

12. How long should I spend here:

2 hours

13. Is it safe:

Yes.

14. Safety tip:

As always, travel safe and in groups. Rome Bus tours are a good way to travel and enjoy the sites

TIPS

1. Limited entry to Gallery so plan to see rest of Villa well
2. May has an International Horse Show including show jumping and polo matches
3. 11 am has the most crowds coming in
4. Sundays are free for the Gallery so crowded as well
5. skip-the-line tickets for Galleria Borghese available
6. Zoo park, Globe Theatre, Etruscan Museum, , Villa Medici and Gardens also NOT free
7. Boats rented at a fee for 20 minutes
8. Walking, segways and bike riding allowed
9. Guided Tours are very informational

10. The Jewish Ghetto

Location: Piazza Mattei, 5

F.A.Q.s:

1. Entry:

Free

2. Closest Metro:

Roma Termini Station

3. Car Parking:

Via del Portico d’Ottavia, 39 (Via del Portico d’Ottavia, 39), Parking Sant’Agata Roma Centro (Via de Sant’Agata de Goti, 19), Parking Via Giulia (Via Bravaria, 8), International Garage Srl (Via Parigi, 19)

4. Why visit:

names of deportees to Nazi extermination camps on the Memori d’inciampo, walking along Largo di Torre Argentina where Caesar died

5. When to visit:

Sunday to Thursday

6. Closest Attractions:

Isola Tiber, Teatro Marcellus, Tempio Maggiore, Portico d’Ottavia, Bernini’s Turtle Fountain, Pont Fabricius

7. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Good

8. Fun Activities:

Olive Oil Tour of Rome, Hebrew Letters Art Gallery, Jewish cuisine, Terrace restaurants

9. Closest Gelateria/Restaurants:

Cremaria Romana (Via del Portico d’Ottavia, 1/B), Beppe e i Suoi Formaggio (Via di S. Maria del Pianto, 9a/11), Boccione (Via del Portico d’Ottavia, 1)

10. Best time to Visit:

10 am – 5 pm

11. Best season for visiting:

April – June and September to November

12. How long should I spend here:

2 hours

13. Is it safe:

Yes – despite the name ghetto, it’s totally not as the ghettoes you know 😅

14. Safety tip:

As always, travel safe and in groups. Rome Bus tours are a good way to travel and enjoy the sites

TIPS

1. Walking Tours and Food Guided Tours can help cover as much of the attractions here
2. Food here is Kosher
3. Entry to Jewish Museum Free for disabled persons and children under 10

11. Cimitero Acattolico

Location: Via Caio Cestio, 6

F.A.Q.s:

1. Entry:

Free (donations asked for upkeep)

2. Closest Metro:

Metro Circo Massimo

3. Car Parking:

Carlos Free Parking Lot (Via Alessandro Cialdi, 15-19), Coach Parking (Via Caio Cestio, 7), MuoviAmo (Via Galvani, 57), Garage (Via Galvani, 57)

4. Why visit:

Graves of many famous artists and poets

5. When to visit:

Monday to Saturday

6. Closest Attractions:

Pyramid of Gaius Cestius⬆️ , Aurellian Walls, Campo Testaccio, Porta San Paolo

7. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Well enough’ footpaths were earthen but level and wide enough

8. Fun Activities:

Peaceful aura and walks, well-shaded grounds

9. Closest Gelateria/Restaurants:

Gelateria Della Parma (Via della Maddalena, 19-23), Cremi (Via di S. Agnese in Agone, 20), The Gelatist (Via Nazionale, 19a), Frigidarium (Via del Governo Vecchio, 112)

10. Best time to Visit:

10 am – 3 pm

11. Best season for visiting:

March – June and September – December

12. How long should I spend here:

Guided tours last 1 hour

13. Is it safe:

Yes.

14. Safety tip:

As always, travel safe and in groups. Rome Bus tours are a good way to travel and enjoy the sites

12. Market at the Campo dei Fiori

Location: Campo de’ Fiori

F.A.Q.s:

1. Entry:

Free (6 am – 6 pm)

2. Closest Metro:

Piazza di Spagna (A), Colosseo (B), and Termini (A and B)

3. Car Parking:

Autorimessa pallotto (Via di S. Paolo alla Regola, 24), Via dell’Arco del Monte (Via dell’Arco del Monte, 96), Parking Via Giulia (Via Bravaria, 8), International Garage Srl (Via Parigi, 19)

4. Why visit:

Folklore atmosphere, vegetable markets, Place of Execution of Giordano Bruno 

5. When to visit:

Monday to Saturday

6. Closest Attractions:

Piazza Farnese, Palazzo Farnese, Gardens of Vatican City, Stadium of Domitian, Piazza Navona, St. Peter’s Basilica, Museo e Galleria Borghese, Vatican, Colosseum, Pantheon, Church of St Agnes,Trastavere

7. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Good

8. Fun Activities:

Checking out the Street Art, terrace top dining, cinemas and theatres close by, crafting shops {Via dei Balestrari – crossbows, Via dei Baullari – coffee-makers, Via dei Cappellari – hats, Via dei Chiavari – locksmiths, Via dei Giubbonari – tailoring}

9. Closest Gelateria/Restaurants:

Marave Gelateria (Campo de’ Fiori, 51), Gelateria del Campo (Via Dei Baullari, 141/141A), Gunther (Via dei Pettinari, 43), GROM (P.za Navona 1, Via Agonale, 3)

10. Best time to Visit:

10 am – 3 pm

11. Best season for visiting:

Any Month

12. How long should I spend here:

30 mins – 2 hours

13. Is it safe:

Yes.

14. Safety tip:

Pickpockets abound!

TIPS

1. Stick close to your tour guide to avoid exploitation
2. Avoid flashy-looking stalls
3. Pretty good and safe AirBnBs around Campo dei Fiori

13. Find the Arco degli Acetari and Piazza del Campidoglio

Location: Via degli Pellegrino 19 and Piazza Venezia

F.A.Q.s:

1. Entry:

Free (9 am to 7.30 pm)

2. Closest Metro:

Colosseo

3. Car Parking:

Campidoglio parcheggio e accesso pedonale, Via dell’Arco de’ Ginasi (Via dell’Arco de’ Ginasi, 7), Via dell’Arco del Monte (Via dell’Arco del Monte, 96), Via dei Normanni Parking (Via dei Normanni 5), Via dell’Ormata, piazza di Ponte Umberto Parking (Piazza di Ponte Umberto 1)

4. Why visit:

Capitoline Museums (not free to enter) – Check out for free Sundays

5. When to visit:

Monday to Saturday

6. Closest Attractions:

Roman Forum, Theatre of Marcellus, Vittoriano Monument Basilica Santa Maria in Ara Coeli

7. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Good

8. Fun Activities:

Beautiful Square for selfies, Guided Tours of Capitoline Museums, the Pope’s bronze statues, the Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, Two Giant Statues of Constantine

9. Closest Gelateria/Restaurants:

Panna & Liquirizia (Via Magnanapoli, 5b), Gelateria Vacanze Romane (Piazza d’Aracoeli, 10), Cafe Pasticceria Gelateria Artigianalle (Piazza d’Aracoeli, 10), Gelateria la fragola (Via Quattro Novembre, 95/A)

10. Best time to Visit:

10 am – 3 pm

11. Best season for visiting:

Any Month

12. How long should I spend here:

2 hours

13. Is it safe:

Yes

14. Safety tip:

Usual safety measures like guarding your belongings against pickpockets

TIPS

1. Photo ID may be required to enter Museum
2. Days with exhibitions cost extra
3. Wednesdays at 5:30 pm have 50% discount

14. Selfies at the Arch of Constantine

Location: Via di S. Gregorio

F.A.Q.s:

1. Entry:

Free (any time)

2. Closest Metro:

Colosseo

3. Car Parking:

Campidoglio parcheggio e accesso pedonale, Via dell’Arco de’ Ginasi (Via dell’Arco de’ Ginasi, 7), Via dell’Arco del Monte (Via dell’Arco del Monte, 96), Via dei Normanni Parking (Via dei Normanni 5), Via dell’Ormata, piazza di Ponte Umberto Parking (Piazza di Ponte Umberto 1)

4. Why visit:

Most famous spot in Rome 

5. When to visit:

Any Day

6. Closest Attractions:

Colosseum, Roman Forum, Theatre of Marcellus, Church of St. Peter in Chains, Mamertine Prison, Arch of Janus, Vittoriano Monument Basilica Santa Maria in Ara Coeli, Fountain of the Goddess Roma, Circus Maximus

7. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Good

8. Fun Activities:

Ride Vespas & Scooters, Rome Colosseum Tours, Rome Palatine Hill Tours, Rome Golf Cart Tours

9. Closest Gelateria/Restaurants:

Panna & Liquirizia (Via Magnanapoli, 5b), Gelateria Vacanze Romane (Piazza d’Aracoeli, 10), Cafe Pasticceria Gelateria Artigianalle (Piazza d’Aracoeli, 10), Gelateria la fragola (Via Quattro Novembre, 95/A)

10. Best time to Visit:

6 am – 7 am

11. Best season for visiting:

June – August

12. How long should I spend here:

30 minutes

13. Is it safe:

Yes

14. Safety tip:

Usual safety measures like guarding your belongings against pickpockets and scammers trying to sell you bracelets, and the most common scam is taking a photo with the gladiators at the colosseum then the gladiators asking for money.

TIPS

1. Bind a visit here with that of the Colosseum and Imperial Forum
2. Wear comfy shoes and hats

15. Walk the Gardens of Villa Torlonia

Location: Via Nomentana, 70

F.A.Q.s:

1. Entry:

Free (9 am – 7 pm)

2. Closest Metro:

Metro Bologna

3. Car Parking:

AutoParking Porta Pia (Via Reggio Emilia, 32b), Parcheggio (Via Antonio Gallonio, 8), Via Rodolfo Lanciani Parking (Via Rodolfo Lanciani, 1), Parking Tagliamento (Via Tagliamento, 49\a)

4. Why visit:

Every building here is open to the public at a fee, House of Owls House of Princes, Moorish Greenhouse, Mussolini’s Bunker, Casino Niobile’s Alexander the Great Room

5. When to visit:

Spring and Fall

6. Closest Attractions:

Colosseum, Roman Forum, Galleria dell’Accademia

7. Wheelchair Friendliness:

Okay. Footpaths can be uneven and graveled.

8. Fun Activities:

Technotown (a science museum for Kids), Kids’ playground,

9. Closest Gelateria/Restaurants:

Guttilla Alta Gelateria Italiana Roma (Via Nomentana, 267/277), Neve di Latte Bistrot (Via Nomentana, 335F), Gelateria Artigianale Antonietta Cecere (Via del Lavatore, 84/85), Gelato La Romano (Via Giacomo Boni, 33)

10. Best time to Visit:

6 am – 7 am

11. Best season for visiting:

June – August

12. How long should I spend here:

3 hours

13. Is it safe:

Yes

14. Safety tip:

Usual safety measures like guarding your belongings against pickpockets

TIPS

1. Book a Guided tour that combines a tour of Coppede District
2. Wear comfy shoes as metros are about 10 minutes away
3. If short on time, use the Trainline App to access all trains in Italy.

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Bonus Round of Other Free Things to Do in Rome

1. Free, Self-guided Tours of Rome
2. Domenica al Museo: Free Museums Entry on the First Sunday of the Month
3. Walk around MURO’s Open Air Art Museum
4. Walking Tour of Testaccio
5. Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II’s Porta Alchemica and Porta Magica
6. Palatine Hill
7. Catch a Free Concert at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia
8. Roman Forum
9. Panoramic viewpoint at Pincio Terrace
10. Castel Sant’Angelo
11. Byzantine Art at the Esquiline Hill neighborhood
12. Frescoes at the Galleria Sciarra
13. Stand with Saint Peter at Bramante’s Tempietto
14. Baths of Caracalla
15. Parco degli Acquedotti
16. Shopping and walking Trajan’s Market
17. Passaggiata, the Evening Strolls through Rome
18. Walking the Tiber River
19. Take down the River Tiber’s Bridges
20. Glimpse at brilliance at the Artist Neighborbood in Via Margutta
21. The Hieroglyphs at the Piazza del Popolo
22. Riding and Driving on the Via dei Fori Imperiali
23. Trajan’s Column
24. Santa Maria Sopra Minerva Church’s Elephant Statue at Piazza della Minerva
25. Caravaggio’s art at the Chiesa di San Luigi dei Francesi

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