A Night at the Colosseum
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.
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For friend groupsThings to do in Rome, Italy with friends
What's on in Rome, Italy this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.
11 hand-picked things to do in Rome, Italy right now · 7 with confirmed dates
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How we pick spots for a group
- Buzzy, higher-energy rooms that take a crowd
- What's on right now over evergreen tourist stops
- Bookable tables and shared plates a group can split
🏛️ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight in Rome
Sagra della Tellina at Borghetto dei Pescatori
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.
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🍝 Eat & Drink
Buzzy spots, seasonal Roman flavors, and cool dining escapes
Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina
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.
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Sora Margherita
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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🌙 This Weekend in Rome, Italy
Make the most of the Roman weekend as summer winds down
Lungo il Tevere... Roma
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.
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WILCO at Roma Summer Fest 2026
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.
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Festival des Cabanes at Villa Medici
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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✨ New & Notable
Limited-time exhibitions and seasonal happenings across the city
Herculaneum: The Art of Living
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.
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Paul Thorel Prize 3rd Edition: The Imperfections
Hosted at the MACRO contemporary art museum, this cutting-edge exhibition highlights innovative contemporary artistic visions and digital-meets-traditional visual explorations.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Refreshing weekend getaways within a short drive of Rome
Sperlonga's Cliffside Beach Escape
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.
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Tivoli's Renaissance Fountains & Villa Gregoriana
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.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Rome, Italy with friends?
Group-friendly highlights in Rome, Italy right now include A Night at the Colosseum, Sagra della Tellina at Borghetto dei Pescatori, and Lungo il Tevere... Roma. WonderKit updates this guide daily so plans stay current.
Where do locals go out in Rome, Italy?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists buzzy restaurants and bars in Rome, Italy — the spots locals are actually packing this week.
Where's the best nightlife in Rome, Italy?
Check the sections above for current events, buzzy bars, and weekend plans in Rome, Italy worth texting the group chat about.
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