Stadio Nicola Pietrangeli

★ 4.9 (239)$$$ · Expensive

Stadio Nicola Pietrangeli serves as the secondary show court for the Italian Open, named after the Italian tennis champion whose career spanned the 1950s and 60s. Its outdoor bowl is surrounded by the same classical statuary found throughout Foro Italico, which reviewers repeatedly single out as unlike anything else on the tennis circuit. A roof section offers some protection from sun and rain, though visitors have noted the lack of covering elsewhere in the stands. It draws strong ratings from tennis fans in particular, who rank it among the more memorable venues they've visited.

✨ Reasons to go

1Named after Nicola Pietrangeli, Italy's tennis champion of the 1950s-60s
2Serves as the secondary show court for the Italian Open
3Built in the late 1930s as part of the Foro Italico complex commissioned under Mussolini, surrounded by classical statuary

💡 Good to know

1Book tickets ahead for Italian Open matches, as popular sessions sell out
2bring sun protection, since much of the seating is uncovered
3check forecasts, as only part of the stadium has a roof.

⏱️ Typical visit

2h30

🕰️ Best time

morning or evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Moderate walking

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Address

Viale delle Olimpiadi, 00135 Roma RM, Italy · RomaGoogle Apple

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Booking

Booking required

What people say

"This is a very nice outdoor arena. It helps to have the roof to protect you from the sun or rain. However, I would recommend the installation of outdoor ceiling fans. It may not seem like much, but speaking from experience at other outdoor arenas, it gives a nice breeze that makes a huge difference. That would especially be beneficial for a place like this that is sunken in which prevents a breeze from hitting the lower level. Other than that, it's a great place to hold an event."

— Mercedes Rodriguez