For familiesFamily activities in Rome, Italy right now: kid-friendly events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
11 hand-picked things to do in Rome, Italy right now · 7 with confirmed dates
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Make the most of the Roman weekend as summer winds down
Catch the final weekend of Rome's beloved riverbank summer festival, strolling along the Tiber between Ponte Sisto and Ponte Sublicio for pop-up bars, artisan stalls, and open-air riverside lounges.
Catch Wilco live on their international tour, performing under the open-air summer sky in the grand acoustics of the capital's premier outdoor concert arena.
Explore six original architectural installations nestled within the 16th-century historic gardens of the French Academy, offering shaded artistic respite from the midday heat.
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Events and things to do tonight in Rome
Escape the oppressive daytime heat with an exclusive evening walking tour through the underground tiers and arena floor of the Flavian Amphitheatre under the stars.
Head down to the historic seaside fishing village for its final weekend celebration featuring traditional spaghetti with cockles, marine preservation talks, and evening live music by the sea.
Limited-time exhibitions and seasonal happenings across the city
A striking exhibition at Castel Sant'Angelo showcasing extraordinary artifacts salvaged from the volcanic mudflows of Vesuvius, revealing the refined daily life and art of antiquity.
Hosted at the MACRO contemporary art museum, this cutting-edge exhibition highlights innovative contemporary artistic visions and digital-meets-traditional visual explorations.
Refreshing weekend getaways within a short drive of Rome
Drive roughly two hours south of Rome to find whitewashed medieval alleyways tumbling down to crystalline Tyrrhenian waters, perfect for cooling off away from the city heat.
Escape into the breezy hills just east of Rome to explore Villa d'Este's legendary terraced water fountains and the shaded waterfall paths of Villa Gregoriana.
Buzzy spots, seasonal Roman flavors, and cool dining escapes
An iconic Roman institution near Campo de' Fiori pairing world-class cured meats and cheeses with legendary interpretations of classic Roman pastas, featuring air-conditioned comfort.
Tucked into a quiet corner of the Jewish Ghetto, this unpretentious neighborhood staple serves exceptional Jewish-Roman classics like crispy *carciofi alla giudia* and homemade fettuccine.
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Family-friendly highlights right now include A Night at the Colosseum, Sagra della Tellina at Borghetto dei Pescatori, and Lungo il Tevere... Roma. WonderKit refreshes this Rome, Italy guide daily so the picks stay current.
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