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Rome Italy Off the Beaten Path
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items Every visitor to the Eternal City should see the classic sites, but whether you're a first timer looking for a break from the scripted tours, or visiting again and hoping to see something new, this list is for you!
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Mouth of Truth
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While a very small area, the uniqueness of the buildings is worth exploring outside the Aurelian Walls
Quartiere Coppedè - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
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A fascinating park with a variety of buildings throughout history, including the villa and bunker of Mussolini
The Park - Musei di Villa Torlonia
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A lovely park outside the center where you can enjoy some greenery and check out historical buildings
Villa Doria Pamphili
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The Garbatella neighborhood is one of my favorites, they have a funky art scene with a multitude of galleries, delicious restaurants, and vivid graffit art perfect for finding something fascinating around each corner
Garbatella
Well outside the historic center of Rome is the EUR neighborhood, home to the business headquarters of many Italian companies. What you will find is interesting architecture such as the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana, the “Square Colosseum” created u...
EUR Neighborhood
While you're checking out the EUR, you may be in luck to see the seasonal light show in the park! While the theme is based off of children's stories (2023 was Alice in Wonderland, 2024 is Pinocchio) I had a really great time and felt like I was in th...
This is Wonderland
Maxxi Museum is a collection of 21st century art and architecture that hosts events and exhibitions that regardless of your art expertise will leave you going “That was interesting!!
MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art
Cross the historic bridge into the trendy neighborhood with the same name, and find yourself surrounded by delicious food, pricey (and fancy) drinks, and where the young, hot, financially well off Roman crowd hangs out! Always check if there is a soc...
PONTE MILVIO Bridge into a Trendy Neighborhood
While still in the historic center, a golf cart tour with these guys means you'll have a great guide who can take you to unique places while saving you a lot of walking! Their guides have fascinating stories and great recommendations for where to eat...
Rolling Rome Home
I consider this a must do for anyone that has the time, and isn't afraid of horses/riding! The Appia Antica area is incredible, and the organization that runs this experience is even more incredible! They provide equine therapy and activities to thos...
Horseback Ride on the Ancient Road that leads to Rome - Appia Antica
Looking for something different in the Center? Contact Silvano! He will take you on a super interesting journey solving puzzle and trivia as you get a tour through the center. Silvano is an entertaining guide and showed me a side of Rome I hadn't not...
Solve Puzzles in the Historic Center of Rome
If your looking to escape the heat, find this air conditioned store/mall located on top of ancient aqueducts that you can go check out for free!
Check out Aquaeducts under a mall!
If you're looking to beat the heat with the Romans without leaving the city, Hydromania is your ticket! Comparable to other water parks in the US it's a nice place to cool off when you absolutely cannot do another guided tour 😂
Hydromania
If you're reading this you've likely seen movies filmed in Rome and wouldn't be surprised to know film is an interesting part of Italy's history! Check out sets and costumes and other surprises at this museum, accessible by the Metro A line!
Cinecitta Museum of Moving Images