Best Things to Do in Rome in Summer
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From the classic Hydromania and Popes' Lake, Kayak Tour with Swimming & Roman Pizza, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.3 · 8,779 reviews
Escape Rome's summer heat at Hydromania on the city's outskirts. Spend an afternoon zipping down water slides and relaxing by the pools, then refuel with affordable food between rounds.
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★ 4.9 · 980 reviews
Paddle away from Rome's usual crowds on the volcanic waters of Popes' Lake at Castel Gandolfo. Kayak the quiet, green shoreline, cool off with a swim, then refuel with a Roman pizza lunch before the midday heat sets in.
★ 4.6 · 31,146 reviews
Explore Foro Italico, Rome's monumental Fascist-era sports complex along the Tiber. Wander past marble statues and grand stadiums like the Stadio dei Marmi and Stadio Olimpico, or catch the energy of the Italian Open on its tennis courts each spring.
★ 3.9 · 774 reviews
Cool off at Piscina delle Rose, one of Rome's few public outdoor pools in the EUR district. Swim alongside locals from this Olympic-era pool, grab a sun lounger early, and enjoy a budget-friendly break from the tourist crowds.
★ 4.6 · 1,042 reviews
Discover the Stadio Olimpico del Nuoto, a Fascist-era swimming stadium tucked inside the Foro Italico complex. Walk past its mosaic-lined entrance and statues, and if the pool is open, pair the visit with a stroll to the nearby Stadio dei Marmi and tennis courts.
★ 4.6 · 24,108 reviews
Explore Renzo Piano's scarab-shaped concert halls, one of Rome's boldest modern spaces. Catch a classical or contemporary performance, wander the open-air grounds, and duck into the free museum of Etruscan and Roman artifacts unearthed on-site.
★ 4.5 · 36,546 reviews
Step into Rome's Stadio Olimpico, shared home of AS Roma and Lazio. Catch a live match to feel the decades-old rivalry firsthand, or take a tour through the ground that hosted the 1990 World Cup final.
★ 4.8 · 14,633 reviews
Step into Piazza Navona and stand before Bernini's Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi. Circle the rock base to spot the four muscular river gods, the towering obelisk, and the Nile figure famously shielding its face from Borromini's church across the square.
★ 3.8 · 15,908 reviews
Discover Cinecittà World, Rome's movie-themed amusement park built beside the legendary film studios. Ride themed attractions, catch the live stunt show, and spend a full active day out with the family away from the historic center.
★ 4.8 · 503,734 reviews
Step into the Colosseum, Rome's monumental arena for gladiatorial combat. Walk the ring of ancient arches and, with the right ticket, descend into the underground hypogeum or stand on the arena floor itself.
★ 4.8 · 285,258 reviews
Step inside the Pantheon, the best-preserved building of ancient Rome. Stand beneath the massive concrete dome and watch light pour through the open oculus, shifting with the time of day.
★ 4.7 · 217,015 reviews
Step into Piazza Navona, Rome's grandest Baroque stage. Wander past street artists and Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers, then settle in at a café to watch the square come alive by evening.
★ 4.7 · 519,201 reviews
Discover Rome's largest Baroque fountain, tucked into a small piazza where three streets meet. Watch Oceanus's shell chariot and sea-horses roar with water, then toss a coin over your shoulder for a promised return to Rome.
★ 4.7 · 12,876 reviews
Discover Fontana dell'Acqua Paola, the grand fountain Romans simply call "il Fontanone." Take in the triple-arched façade up close, then soak in sweeping views over Trastevere and the historic center from the terrace, ideally at sunset alongside the locals.
★ 4.8 · 145,665 reviews
Walk through the sprawling ruins of the Roman Forum, once the civic heart of an empire that ruled much of the known world. Wander among columns, temple foundations, and triumphal arches climbing toward the Palatine Hill, ideally with a guide to make sense of what stood where.
★ 4.1 · 760 reviews
Discover Casa Vidaschi, a leafy garden hideaway blending restaurant, cocktail bar and offbeat evening entertainment. Settle into the plant-filled terrace for dinner and drinks, then catch a themed show like a comedy drag night for a relaxed, unconventional night out.
★ 4.1 · 7,865 reviews
Discover Luneur Park in Rome's EUR district, a colorful amusement park built with young families in mind. Move easily between rides clearly labeled by size and age, enjoying a relaxed half-day out that's beloved by generations of local families.
★ 4.4 · 316 reviews
Discover Rooftop Spritzeria Barberini, a laid-back rooftop bar near Trevi. Arrive early to grab a spot, sip a spritz or aperitivo, and enjoy the view before the evening crowd fills in.
★ 3.6 · 1,194 reviews
Sip a drink at The Court Bar, a small, intimate spot tucked into Palazzo Manfredi. Settle into a close-up view of the Colosseum that belies the bar's modest ground-level size.
★ 4.6 · 95,371 reviews
Discover Villa Borghese, Rome's grand 17th-century park. Wander shaded avenues, row across the boating lake, take in the view from Pincio Terrace, and step inside the Galleria Borghese's art collection.
★ 4.6 · 631 reviews
Head up to Cielo Rooftop near the Spanish Steps for a sundowner with a view. Sip a drink on the terrace while Rome's rooftops stretch out before you in every direction.
★ 4.4 · 28,993 reviews
Step into Giolitti, a century-old gelato institution just steps from the Pantheon. Join the famous line and pick your cup or cone from an enormous selection of flavors that has made this a Roman classic.
★ 4.7 · 4,849 reviews
Discover Come il Latte, a top-rated gelateria near Termini station. Savor standout flavors like pistachio and stracciatella, often finished with a touch of whipped cream, that keep travelers coming back for seconds.
★ 4.7 · 284 reviews
Head up to Adèle Mixology Lounge on the eighth floor of the Hotel Splendide Royal. Sip expertly crafted cocktails as the sun sets over Rome's rooftops, with St Peter's Basilica and the city's parks stretching out before you.
★ 4.2 · 321 reviews
Discover the rooftop bar at Hotel Minerva, tucked just steps from the Pantheon. Settle in for a peaceful daytime view over Rome's rooftops, then return at night to sip a well-regarded spritz.
★ 4.7 · 9,091 reviews
Discover Frigidarium, the gelato stop everyone near Piazza Navona seems to be queuing for. Taste creamy, natural-ingredient gelato on Via del Governo Vecchio before continuing your stroll through the pedestrian streets nearby.
★ 4.3 · 275 reviews
Discover Tiziano Terrace, a rooftop escape tucked along Via Cavour. Sip reasonably priced cocktails while taking in quiet, unhurried views often without the crowds found at Rome's bigger-name rooftops.
★ 4.7 · 7,476 reviews
Grab a coffee break at Trecaffè, just steps from the Spanish Steps. Dig into the famous pistachio-topped maritozzo or a full brunch spread before continuing your shopping stroll near Piazza di Spagna.
★ 4.5 · 3,841 reviews
Spend a full day soaking in the Amalfi Coast without the rush of extra stops. Wind along the cliffside road to Positano, then, if you choose the optional boat cruise, see the coastline unfold from the water.
★ 4.4 · 2,718 reviews
Discover Terrazza Les Étoiles, a rooftop restaurant and bar overlooking St Peter's Basilica. Savor a special-occasion dinner or drinks with attentive service, sommelier guidance, and sweeping views made for milestone celebrations.
Rome · 🎭 Entertainment
Hydromania
2h30
Rome · ⚽ Sport
Popes' Lake, Kayak Tour with Swimming & Roman Pizza
3h
Foro Italico
1h
Piscina delle Rose
1h30
Stadio Olimpico del Nuoto
45 min
Auditorium Parco della Musica
Olympic Stadium
Rome · 🏛️ Landmark
Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi
20 min
Cinecittà World
4h
Colosseum
2h
Pantheon
30 min
Piazza Navona
25 min
Trevi Fountain
Fontana dell'Acqua Paola
Roman Forum
Casa Vidaschi
Luneur Park
Rome · 🍸 Drinks
Rooftop Spritzeria Barberini
The Court Bar. Palazzo Manfredi
Rome · 🌳 Nature
Villa Borghese
Cielo Rooftop
Rome · ☕ Coffeebreak
Giolitti
Come il Latte
Adèle Mixology Lounge
1h15
hotel minerva rome rooftop bar
Frigidarium
TIZIANO TERRACE ROOFTOP&COCKTAIL BAR
Trecaffè - Via dei due Macelli
Amalfi & Positano Day Trip with Optional Boat Cruise
10h
Terrazza Les Étoiles
