Best Things to Do in Rome for Young Friend Groups
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From the classic Jerry Thomas Speakeasy and Quartiere San Lorenzo, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.5 · 1,760 reviews
Step through a hidden, password-style entrance into Jerry Thomas Speakeasy near Campo de' Fiori. Settle into the dim, Prohibition-era interior for a warm welcome and a carefully crafted classic cocktail.
Explore Quartiere San Lorenzo, Rome's unpolished student quarter near Sapienza University. Wander streets covered in political murals and street art, grab cheap pizza al taglio, and linger in punk-leaning bars that stay open late.
★ 4.6 · 111,240 reviews
Discover the Spanish Steps, Rome's grand 18th-century stairway between Piazza di Spagna and Trinità dei Monti. Climb the terraced staircase for classic photo views, then linger by the Barcaccia fountain below where visitors gather since sitting on the steps is banned.
★ 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.
★ 4.6 · 1,343 reviews
Discover Vanity Club Roma, a Trastevere favorite for nightlife newcomers. Enjoy cheap entry, free shots, and cool air conditioning as you dance the night away in a welcoming, crowd-pleasing atmosphere.
★ 4.3 · 4,647 reviews
Discover MONK, a sprawling nightlife complex near Cinecittà. Move between live concerts, DJ sets, ping pong, and basketball across its indoor and outdoor spaces, pausing for a beer as the night unfolds.
★ 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.
Explore Pigneto, the once-gritty district that starred in Pasolini's early films. Wander the pedestrianised Via del Pigneto for aperitivo and live music among indie bars, artists, and a laid-back, distinctly local crowd.
Wander across the Tiber into Trastevere, Rome's ivy-draped, cobbled quarter. Stroll narrow ochre lanes to Santa Maria's piazza, then linger over a long trattoria dinner as the neighborhood comes alive after dark.
Explore Ostiense, Rome's post-industrial district beneath the towering gasometer. Wander past block-long street murals and converted warehouses turned clubs and breweries, then hit the odd contrast of the ancient Pyramid of Cestius nearby.
★ 4.6 · 725 reviews
Discover W Rome's bar, a design-forward hotspot within the hotel's contemporary walls. Sip cocktails alongside a stylish international crowd and enjoy genuinely warm hospitality in a modern alternative to Rome's traditional bars.
★ 4.6 · 5,840 reviews
Discover Trapizzino at its Testaccio birthplace, the original home of Rome's famous pizza-pocket sandwich. Bite into soft, crisp-crusted bread stuffed with slow-cooked classics like chicken saltimbocca for a quick, affordable lunch.
★ 4.8 · 858 reviews
Discover Milea art & food, a stylish bar and eatery on Trastevere's Via della Lungaretta. Sip your way through a wide-ranging selection of cocktails, wines, and spirits in a welcoming atmosphere that keeps locals coming back.
★ 4.6 · 674 reviews
Discover Wisdomless Club, a stylish cocktail bar just steps from Campo de' Fiori. Sip classic recipes reworked with the bartenders' own creative twists, and remember to bring cash or PayPal.
★ 4.5 · 3,589 reviews
Discover Blackmarket Hall, a buzzy Monti favorite tucked around a charming courtyard. Settle in for cocktails and a full dinner menu, an easy stop after sightseeing at the nearby Colosseum.
★ 4.3 · 2,351 reviews
Discover Drink Kong, one of the world's 50 best bars tucked into Rome's Monti neighbourhood. Sip your way through a creative, ever-expanding cocktail menu inside a bold, modern space built for pushing Rome's bar scene forward.
★ 4.4 · 70,970 reviews
Discover Campo de' Fiori, a Roman square with two distinct personalities. Browse stalls of fresh produce, flowers, and spices by morning, then return after dark to join the crowds filling bars and restaurants around Giordano Bruno's statue.
★ 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.
★ 4.0 · 3,885 reviews
Discover LUCIANO Cucina Italiana near Teatro di Pompeo in Rome's historic centre. Settle into an unhurried, uncrowded dining room with attentive service and order the carbonara, made properly with guanciale and locally loved.
★ 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.
★ 3.3 · 2,936 reviews
Discover Sharivari, a high-energy nightclub tucked near Campo de' Fiori in Rome's historic centre. Dance the night away amid a boisterous, tourist-fueled party atmosphere that's all about letting loose, not local refinement.
★ 4.3 · 1,599 reviews
Discover SantoPalato, a modern take on Roman nose-to-tail cooking. Try dishes like smoked beef heart and a fresh green bean and tomato salad in a sleek, contemporary dining room.
★ 4.8 · 273 reviews
Discover ASD Verticalpark, a bouldering gym tucked into Rome's sports scene. Grab free rental shoes, tackle the climbing walls, and work through the dedicated training corner for a quick, informal session.
★ 4.7 · 401 reviews
Discover Monkey Island, one of Rome's better-regarded climbing gyms. Tackle a variety of routes across a clean, well-laid-out space, just keep in mind peak hours may be busier with scheduled classes.
★ 4.7 · 433 reviews
Discover Rock it Climbing Roma, a compact bouldering gym with a genuine local feel. Train on the moonboard and spray wall alongside English-speaking staff and a chilled-out community of dedicated climbers.
★ 4.1 · 264 reviews
Discover Brancaleone, Rome's underground home of Italian hip-hop. Head to the city's outskirts on a Thursday for the long-running radio show and live event night, dancing alongside locals with no booking required.
★ 3.9 · 954 reviews
Discover The Magick Bar, an easygoing outdoor spot for drinks and dancing in Rome. Order quickly from the friendly bar team, grab a bite from the compact food menu, and dance in the open-air space without the fuss of bigger indoor clubs.
★ 4.1 · 968 reviews
Discover Largo Venue, Rome's easygoing outdoor nightlife spot. Dance through retro-themed disco parties and live music nights in a relaxed, unpretentious setting made for socializing.
★ 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.
★ 3.6 · 1,983 reviews
Step onto the dance floor of Piper Club, one of Italy's original discotheques since 1965. Join a lively, student-heavy crowd for mixed music, energetic lighting, and a solid, no-frills night out in Rome.
Rome · 🍸 Drinks
Jerry Thomas Speakeasy
2h30
Rome · 🚶 Neighborhoods
Quartiere San Lorenzo
1h15
Rome · 🏛️ Landmark
Spanish Steps
20 min
Trevi Fountain
Rome · 🌙 Nightlife
Vanity Club Roma
MONK
Piazza Navona
25 min
Pigneto
Trastevere
Ostiense
W Rome
1h
Rome · 🍽️ Food
Trapizzino | Testaccio
Milea art & food
Wisdomless Club
Blackmarket Hall - Rione Monti
1h30
Drink Kong
Rome · 🛍️ Shopping
Campo de' Fiori
30 min
Colosseum
2h
LUCIANO Cucina Italiana - Roma
Rome · 🎭 Entertainment
Casa Vidaschi
Sharivari
SantoPalato
1h45
Rome · ⚽ Sport
ASD Verticalpark/Arrampicata Sportiva
Monkey Island
Rock it Climbing Roma
Brancaleone
THE MAGICK BAR
Largo Venue
Circolo Degli Illuminati
Piper Club