Summer in Rome 2025: events, places and experiences not to be missed

Summer in Rome is not just a season or a fleeting experience: it is an immersion in wonder, where millennial history, art, nature and contemporary vitality create indelible memories. Between pink sunsets on the Tiber, evenings under the stars in the shadow of iconic monuments, relaxation and tasty gastronomic breaks amidst green corners and unseen views, the Eternal City reveals itself to be a vibrant and surprising destination to experience every day of the summer season as a journey within a journey.

Discover and experience the great Roma Live events - festivals, open-air cinema, concerts, theatre, exhibitions and sports - of the month of:

• July 2025
• August 2025
• September 2025

OPEN-AIR ROME

A day at the park

• Villa Borghese, Villa Doria Pamphilj, Villa Ada Savoia, Villa Torlonia, and Villa Celimontana are just some of the splendid locations of Rome's marvellous villas, buildings rich in history and charm for a regenerating stroll amidst the green of nature and the white of shining marble.
• The Parchi d'affaccio di Roma Capitale (River Overlook Parks of Roma Capitale) are the perfect place to take a walk to discover a unique natural habitat, far from the chaos of the city, to take a regenerating ride along the Tiber, discovering its biodiversity, to relax and stop to contemplate nature on a bench, amidst wide pathways and suggestive panoramic terraces surrounded by greenery.

A day at the seaside

• The Sea of Rome - With the new bathing season, an entire coastline of enchanting beaches is accessible until 30 October. At Ostia, you can experience the magic of the sea just a few kilometres from the centre of Rome, enjoy a meal of the freshest fish and good wine, and immerse yourself in the intense sensations that only the sea can convey.
• The Fishermen's Village - Discover the picturesque settlement where time seems to stand still: flavours and ancient traditions between the sea of Ostia and the lush Castelfusano pine forest.
• Santa Severa and Pyrgi - Just a few kilometres from Rome, a magical place where you can spend a day of culture or relaxation by the sea, strolling through fields of wheat and striking beaches of black sand and blue water.

A day around Rome

• A journey through the suggestive villages of the Castelli Romani - Immersed in greenery and history, the 17 municipalities of the Castelli Romani are ideal for a trip out of town and unusual itineraries on foot or by bicycle, to discover the beauty of the landscape and the excellent food and wine, among lakes and ancient volcanic craters.
• Tivoli and its Villas - The enchanting town, cradle of the marvellous Villa Adriana, Villa d'Este and Villa Gregoriana, is surrounded by nature of extraordinary beauty and is the perfect place for walks and excursions.

ROME TO TASTE

If you want to discover the true essence of Rome, all you have to do is taste the traditional and seasonal dishes that create unique colours, flavours and aromas.

• Fruit: watermelon, figs, ham and figs, and pizzutello grape
• Desserts: homemade ice cream, grattachecca, maritozzo
• Seasonal recipes: panzanella, August peppers, tomatoes with rice, spaghetti with tellinas, sauté of lupini or cannolicchi
• Traditional cuisine: pinsa, pizza, pasta alla carbonara, amatriciana, gricia and cacio e pepe
• Street food

ROME TO DRINK

Drinking and cool off from the heat in Rome is always possible and free, thanks to the characteristic 'nasoni' (cylindrical fountains Romans affectionately call “big nose”, for the shaper of their tap) and Case dell'Acqua (Water Houses), which also distribute sparkling water, you can find in many squares and streets of the city. With the Acquea app (Google Play and iOs) you can easily locate them to quench your thirst between a cultural visit and a pleasant shopping session.

Let yourself be surprised by the wines of the territory, protagonists on the table, enhancing all the delicious dishes to be enjoyed in Rome.

SHOPPING IN ROME

Rome is an essential shopping destination for all tastes and budgets, especially with the summer sales, which are on until 2 September: from luxury boutiques in the historic centre to craft shops in Monti and Trastevere; from colourful local markets to large shopping centres and outlets for fashion addicts.

ROME BY NIGHT

After a busy day, Rome awaits you with its pleasant nightlife that offer endless possibilities: an aperitif in one of the many trendy clubs or rooftops in the centre, an al fresco dinner in one of the city's characteristic piazzas, a stroll among the fountains and illuminated monuments and a film or concert under the stars.

Find out more about what to do in Rome from 1 to 31 July 2025

The programme of events is subject to change
Sheet constantly being updated