Best spots in Garbatella
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From the classic Centrale Montemartini and Eataly, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
Rome · 🎨 Museum
Centrale Montemartini
1h15
Rome · 🛍️ Shopping
Eataly
1h
Rome · 💃 Nightlife
Circolo Degli Illuminati
2h30
Rome · ☕ Coffeebreak
Café Merenda
30 min
Rome · 🏘️ Neighborhoods
Garbatella
Neo Club Roma
★ 4.7 · 5,653 reviews
Discover Centrale Montemartini, a decommissioned power station turned sculpture gallery south of central Rome. Wander among classical marble gods, portrait busts, mosaics, and grave goods set dramatically against blackened steam and diesel engines still fixed in place.
★ 4.2 · 14,627 reviews
Explore Eataly, a multi-floor food emporium near Ostiense station. Wander pasta counters, butchers, and produce stalls, then grab lunch or pack up regional Italian products to take home.
★ 3.6 · 2,145 reviews
Discover Circolo Degli Illuminati, one of Ostiense's biggest superclubs. Move between three themed rooms spinning house, pop, and retro classics, and join the weekend crowds queuing for Rome's liveliest dance floors.
★ 4.4 · 858 reviews
Discover Café Merenda, a small standout on Via del Gazometro. Sit down for pastries reviewers rate among the best anywhere, paired with a flat white that tastes exactly as it should.
Explore Garbatella, Rome's 1920s garden suburb far from the tourist trail. Wander courtyard housing blocks and quiet piazzas, browse local markets, and see how everyday Romans actually live.
★ 4.4 · 220 reviews
Discover Neo Club Roma, a low-key nightlife spot tucked into the Ostiense district. Join Rome's student and Erasmus crowd for themed party nights, with décor and music that draw praise even when turnout varies.