Roman Holiday

Remember Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn touring Rome on their 50’s Vespa in Roman Holiday? A love story set to the backdrop of Rome’s majestic beauty. The so-called Eternal City still preserves all of its magnetism despite its years. This is a city worth experiencing, fully admiring its charm, its ancient sites, and discovering the many events it proposes for the summer season, making the most of your visit to this amazing open-air museum.

By the Shade of the Colosseum

Like every year, the Roman summer returns with a great backdrop to it: the historical center of the Italian capital. Celio Park, art, cuisine, and entertainment will be the protagonists until September 4th. Many Italian and international artists will take part in this event, already considered a tradition that has not gone unnoticed by tourists, and music and theater lovers alike. “All’Ombra del Colosseo” kicks off at 9am with a dip in a pool with views over the Colosseum, followed by a good Italian aperitif in the evening, and ending off with shows and partying. Don’t forget to enjoy the best of Roman cuisine during this event… and to that end, here are some of our suggestions:

 

Traditional Roman Cuisine

It’s no secret that Italian cuisine is held in very high esteem worldwide, and you’ll find flavors and recipes in Rome that will simply steal your heart. So after a show at the “Ombra del Colosseo”, why not head towards the area of Trastevere to taste the best of Roman cuisine in its many restaurants, serving dishes like: amatriciana, carbonara and salti in bocca alla romana. Most of the restaurants have beautiful terraces that you’ll simply love. And after dinner, enjoy a well-earned drink at any Trastevere side street!

 

In the Heart of Rome

If we continue around central Rome, from the Colosseum you can head towards the Altare della Patria, Piazza Navona, Via del Corso and Piazza di Spagna to get a feel for the Grande Bellezza of this stunning city. When you reach Castel Sant’ Angelo, take a minute to stop and visit the castle, and especially at night when it’s all lit up. Another good plan you shouldn’t miss out on is right by the banks of the Tevere River, where you’ll find night markets where music and fun are guaranteed.

 

Theater, Dance & Music

And moving towards the EUR district…we reach Palazzo dei Congressi. Rome is the host of Terrazze delle Arti 2015, a festival where creativity is developed and expressed in all its forms. This cultural event that ends on September 20^th comes fully loaded with music, dance and shows taking place at the terrace of the EUR building. Renowned Italian actors, actresses and dancers will entertain from this architectonically impressive building.

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