{"id":14752,"date":"2024-01-04T15:30:48","date_gmt":"2024-01-04T15:30:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/?p=14752"},"modified":"2026-04-13T14:14:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T13:14:36","slug":"things-to-do-in-rome-at-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Rome at night: 8 fun activities for when the sun goes down"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re sure you know all about the best bucket list landmarks, attractions, and tours to tick off your list when you visit the Italian capital, but with so many stunning spaces to see in the daytime, what\u2019s left to do in <strong>Rome at night<\/strong>? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The answer? Plenty!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From strolling around the <strong>Colosseum<\/strong><strong> at night, to<\/strong> <strong>open-air rooftop aperitifs (with live opera) and outdoor cinema screenings<\/strong> on the banks of the Tiber, there are many ways to keep yourself busy when darkness descends on the capital.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some would argue that <strong>Rome at night is even better, <\/strong>when the air is cooler and the hardcore tourists have retired after a long day\u2019s jostling for space on the sidewalks. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, <strong>if you consider yourself as more of a night owl, check out our guide to the best things to do in Rome at night.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22776\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22776\" class=\"wp-image-22776 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/vatican-at-night.jpg\" alt=\"a concrete building with arched entrance at night\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/vatican-at-night.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/vatican-at-night-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22776\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Strolling around Rome&#8217;s monuments at night is one of our favorite things to do.&nbsp;<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Unique_things_to_do_in_Rome_at_night\" >Unique things to do in Rome at night<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Catch_a_movie_outdoors_or_in\" >Catch a movie, outdoors or in!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Visit_the_Catacombs_after_hours\" >Visit the Catacombs after hours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Watch_the_sun_set_on_one_of_Romes_romantic_rooftops\" >Watch the sun set on one of Rome\u2019s romantic rooftops<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#People_watch_in_the_piazzas\" >People watch in the piazzas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Visit_the_Colosseum_illuminated_at_night\" >Visit the Colosseum illuminated at night<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Grab_a_bite_to_eat_in_the_Jewish_Quarter\" >Grab a bite to eat in the Jewish Quarter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Savor_Romes_best_gelato_after_dark\" >Savor Rome\u2019s best gelato after dark<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Learn_how_to_make_authentic_Italian_pasta_at_a_cooking_class\" >Learn how to make authentic Italian pasta at a cooking class<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_Rome_at_night\" >FAQs &#8211; Rome at night<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Is_it_safe_to_explore_Rome_at_night\" >Is it safe to explore Rome at night?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#What_time_does_the_Colosseum_light_up\" >What time does the Colosseum light up?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-rome-at-night\/#Where_can_I_find_the_best_late-night_food_in_Rome\" >Where can I find the best late-night food in Rome?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unique_things_to_do_in_Rome_at_night\"><\/span>Unique things to do in Rome at night<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Catch_a_movie_outdoors_or_in\"><\/span>Catch a movie, outdoors or in!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If sightseeing has filled your daylight hours and you\u2019re looking for something to do that requires very little effort, a <strong>trip to the big screen<\/strong> could be just the thing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the summer months, seats at the <strong>pop-up <\/strong><\/span><strong>Isola del Cinema<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> screens along the River Tiber<\/strong> book up fast, with patrons hoping to catch a Hollywood blockbuster (in English, with subtitles) in the picturesque setting.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also plenty of places to slink into a late-night showing in English over the winter months, including the <\/span><strong>Nuovo Olimpia<\/strong> (<em>Via in Lucina, 16<\/em>) <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and the <strong>Odeon in the Cassia neighborhood<\/strong>, while the Villa Borghese\u2019s <\/span><strong>Casa del Cinema<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> often holds<strong> international film festivals.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22960\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22960\" class=\"wp-image-22960 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0003-HIGH-RES.jpg\" alt=\"People walking up the Spanish Steps in Rome at night. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0003-HIGH-RES.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0003-HIGH-RES-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22960\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Exploring R<span class=\"TextRun SCXW109057687 BCX2\" lang=\"ES-ES\" xml:lang=\"ES-ES\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW109057687 BCX2\">ome at <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW109057687 BCX2\">night<\/span><\/span> is magical.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_the_Catacombs_after_hours\"><\/span>Visit the Catacombs after hours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many discerning travelers have discovered that the best time to visit a city\u2019s top attractions is at night. And these people are warmly rewarded in Rome with some of the <strong>most exclusive tours<\/strong> on the market taking place after hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One such tour is our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/rome-catacombs-night-tour\/\"><strong>Catacombs at Night<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>,<\/strong> which only begins as the public filters out of the eerie space and the evening draws in. Guests <strong>head deep underground to see some of the city\u2019s most incredibly<\/strong> <strong>preserved burial sites,<\/strong> learning all about ancient Rome along the way. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>Insider tip:<\/em> If this piques your interest and you are intrigued by seeing relics that are hidden under the city, then check out our article on 12 sites you can explore in&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/attractions\/underground-rome\">Underground Rome.<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22562\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22562\" class=\"wp-image-22562 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/romes-catacombs.jpg\" alt=\"man walking through dark passage\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/romes-catacombs.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/romes-catacombs-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22562\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The history, and the expanse of the catacombs are equally impressive.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Watch_the_sun_set_on_one_of_Romes_romantic_rooftops\"><\/span>Watch the sun set on one of Rome\u2019s romantic rooftops<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should you find yourself in the mood for a treat, there\u2019s really nothing like dressing up and making your way to one of Rome\u2019s romantic rooftop bars for a sunset beverage\u2013&#8221;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When in Rome\u2026&#8221;<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As far as views go, <\/span>Eitch Borromini Hotel<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is up there (pun intended), with a 360 panorama of the surrounding cityscape from its 6th floor rooftop terrace (reservation only). <strong>For truly special occasions it\u2019s possible to book an <em>aperitif<\/em> at the Eitch Borromini, complete with an open-air opera show.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cocktail enthusiasts will be at home in the cozy, rustic <\/span><strong>Blackmarket Hall<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or the chilled-out, stylish <\/span><strong>Necci dal 1942<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>.<\/strong> Trust us, the sunset is just the beginning. Rome at night is just as vibrant and cheerful as during the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22564\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22564\" class=\"wp-image-22564 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rome-rooftop.jpg\" alt=\"people on a rooftop toasting with glasses\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rome-rooftop.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rome-rooftop-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22564\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Enjoy a cocktail from one of Rome&#8217;s extraordinary rooftops.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"People_watch_in_the_piazzas\"><\/span>People watch in the <em>piazzas<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who doesn\u2019t love to spend their time with some solid people watching off an evening? It\u2019s one of the lesser talked-about activities we all like to indulge in when we visit a new city, but one that\u2019s often the most relaxing and enlightening.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Piazza di Spagna, Piazza Navona,<\/strong> or any of the busier squares in the city all offer the perfect spaces to sit back and observe street performers, painters, hawkers, and friends bidding farewell after a late-night meal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the sun sets and before it rises is also a good time to plan your <strong>photoshoot at the Spanish Steps<\/strong> or<strong> Trevi Fountain. <\/strong>Many Instagrammers and bloggers opt for this time to set up their tripods and snap that elusive #<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">travelgoals<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> photo. So, even if you\u2019re not up for the task yourself, you might catch a photoshoot taking place while you\u2019re there.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>It is worth noting that for the Trevi Fountain, piazza viewing remains free; however, basin entry may require a ticket during set hours. Take a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/attractions\/the-trevi-fountain-in-rome\">Trevi Fountain modern day rules<\/a>, so that you know the guidelines of visiting one of the world\u00b4s&nbsp;most iconic spots respectfully and stress-free.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_8844\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8844\" class=\"wp-image-8844 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/iStock_000050502488_Large-copy-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fountain of the Four Rivers and the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone in Piazza Navona, Rome.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/iStock_000050502488_Large-copy-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/iStock_000050502488_Large-copy-1-768x557.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-8844\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Walking around Rome at night is a beautiful experience.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_the_Colosseum_illuminated_at_night\"><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81962803 BCX2\" lang=\"ES-ES\" xml:lang=\"ES-ES\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW81962803 BCX2\">Visit<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW81962803 BCX2\">the<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW81962803 BCX2\">Colosseum<\/span> i<span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW81962803 BCX2\">lluminated<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81962803 BCX2\"> at n<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW81962803 BCX2\">ight<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <strong>crowds are smaller, the views better, and the experience much more intimate, <\/strong>what\u2019s not to like about seeing one of the world\u2019s top sites at night?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019ve visited the Colosseum already and are itching for another way to experience it, an evening stroll around the perimeter of this amazing monument is a great option as it truly is spectacular lit up at night.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you&#8217;d like to go inside the Colosseum, remember that <strong>the Colosseum underground and arena floor can only be visited on pre-booked tours<\/strong> with a very limited number of tickets per day. So, if that\u2019s on your list, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/colosseum-arena-floor-tour\/\">Colosseum Arena Floor Tour with Special Access<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which also gets you on to the arena floor for one of the best views.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12729\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12729\" class=\"wp-image-12729 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0035-3.jpg\" alt=\"Colosseum at night Rome\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0035-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0035-3-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12729\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If you think you&#8217;ve already seen the Colosseum at its best, take a stroll around the magnificent structure at night when it&#8217;s lit up.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grab_a_bite_to_eat_in_the_Jewish_Quarter\"><\/span>Grab a bite to eat in the Jewish Quarter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most relaxing and enjoyable places to while away an evening in Rome is most certainly the <strong>Jewish Quarter,<\/strong> where rickety chairs and tables covered in red and white checkered cloth line the main street, and residents effortlessly weave their way through visitors, disappearing into silent side streets.<\/span>The <strong>atmosphere is friendly and laid-back,<\/strong> despite the presence of restaurant hosts urging couples to try their place over the one next door.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And then there\u2019s the artichokes!&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part crispy, part creamy, fried artichoke is on the menu at <strong>almost every restaurant in the Jewish Quarter,<\/strong> and for good reason; <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carciofi alla giud\u00eca<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Italian for \u2018Jewish style artichoke\u2019) originated in Rome, and it\u2019s there that it has been perfected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>Insider tip:<\/em> <\/span>Try out artichokes at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nonnabetta.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nonna Betta<\/a>, one of the <strong>charming kosher restaurants<\/strong> lining the cobbledstoned Via del Portico d\u2019Ottavia.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22695\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22695\" class=\"wp-image-22695 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/artichoke.jpg\" alt=\"woman holding a fried artichoke\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/artichoke.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/artichoke-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22695\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The mouth-watering <em>carciofi alla giud\u00eca<\/em> will definitely make a great dinner.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Savor_Romes_best_gelato_after_dark\"><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW5335480 BCX2\" lang=\"ES-ES\" xml:lang=\"ES-ES\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW5335480 BCX2\">Savor<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW5335480 BCX2\">Rome\u2019s<\/span> b<span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW5335480 BCX2\">est<\/span> g<span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW5335480 BCX2\">elato<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW5335480 BCX2\"> after d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SpellingErrorHighlight SCXW5335480 BCX2\">ark<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter the season or region, there\u2019s one Italian food that never fails to please: <\/span><i>gelato<\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And even after sunset there\u2019s still plenty of time to indulge in a<strong> trip to a local <\/strong><\/span><strong><i>gelateria<\/i><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to peruse the mouth-watering flavors. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If that sounds like your preferred night time activity, grab a pen: some of <\/span><strong>Rome\u2019s best gelato can be found in:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Gelateria I Caruso<\/strong> <strong>(<em>Via Collina, 15<\/em><\/strong>)<strong>:<\/strong> A 10-minute walk from the Repubblica train station. Don\u2019t miss their <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fondente, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a super-creamy dark chocolate, or the fruit gelatos.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Il Gelato di Claudio Torc\u00e8: <\/strong>Has multiple <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">locations in the city. Rome foodies call Claudio Torc\u00e8 the master for his crazy-creative flavors and high-quality, all-organic ingredients.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_22283\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22283\" class=\"wp-image-22283 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/gelato.jpg\" alt=\"lady enjoying a gelato\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/gelato.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/gelato-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22283\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267626624 BCX2\" lang=\"ES-ES\" xml:lang=\"ES-ES\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SpellingErrorHighlight SCXW267626624 BCX2\">Among<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267626624 BCX2\"> top <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">things<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267626624 BCX2\"> do at <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">night<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267626624 BCX2\"> in Rome, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">enjoying<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">gelato<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267626624 BCX2\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">visiting<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">rooftop<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">bars<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267626624 BCX2\"> are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW267626624 BCX2\">musts<\/span><\/span>.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_how_to_make_authentic_Italian_pasta_at_a_cooking_class\"><\/span>Learn how to make authentic Italian pasta at a cooking class<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full disclosure, we may be tooting our own horns with this one, but here at Walks everyone agrees that <strong>learning <\/strong><\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/rome-cooking-class\/\">how to make pasta with a local chef,<\/a> <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plus enjoying a full homemade meal after, is an amazing way to spend an evening in Rome.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooking classes may not sound like they\u2019re for everyone, but more times than not, couples, solo travelers, families, and especially children find themselves sometimes unexpectedly calling it a highlight of their vacation. And trust us, there are a lot of non-touristy things to do in Rome that just make you discover unknown passions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Learning to make pasta or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/pizza-making-class\/\">pizza with a local chef<\/a> in Rome is an incredible way to spend an evening.<\/strong> Whether you choose pasta or pizza (or both!), Italy is the perfect place to hone your culinary skills and enjoy a delicious homemade meal.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium\" style=\"background-color: #5e2014; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/rome-cooking-class\/\">Rome Pasta-Making Class<\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_20823\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20823\" class=\"wp-image-20823 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Devour_Rome_Pizza-Class_0024.jpg\" alt=\"people making pizza\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Devour_Rome_Pizza-Class_0024.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Devour_Rome_Pizza-Class_0024-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20823\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Learning how to make Italian pizza is a skill you won&#8217;t regret learning.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_Rome_at_night\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">FAQs &#8211; <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rome at night <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_to_explore_Rome_at_night\"><\/span>Is it safe to explore Rome at night?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Rome is <strong>generally safe at night,<\/strong> especially in popular tourist areas like Trastevere, Piazza Navona, and the Trevi Fountain. However, it&#8217;s best to stay aware of your surroundings, avoid poorly lit or deserted streets, and be cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas.&nbsp;If using public transportation late at night, opt for well-lit stations and official taxis or ride-sharing services.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22959\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22959\" class=\"wp-image-22959 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0016-HIGH-RES1.jpg\" alt=\"People exploring Rome at night. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0016-HIGH-RES1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0016-HIGH-RES1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22959\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Enjoy an evening tour, when the temperatures have cooled and the lighting has changed.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_time_does_the_Colosseum_light_up\"><\/span>What time does the Colosseum light up?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Colosseum is illuminated <strong>every evening from sunset to midnight,<\/strong> creating a breathtaking sight. The golden lighting highlights its ancient architecture, making it a perfect photo opportunity.&nbsp;You can also take <strong>special evening tours<\/strong> to explore the Colosseum\u2019s underground and arena under the night sky.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22958\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22958\" class=\"wp-image-22958 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0051-HIGH-RES.jpg\" alt=\"The Colosseum at night in Rome illuminated. \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0051-HIGH-RES.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Walks-20190709-Rome-Colosseum-at-Night-0051-HIGH-RES-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22958\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW118079139 BCX2\" lang=\"ES-ES\" xml:lang=\"ES-ES\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW118079139 BCX2\">Not<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW118079139 BCX2\">sure<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW118079139 BCX2\">what<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW118079139 BCX2\">to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118079139 BCX2\"> do in Rome at <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW118079139 BCX2\">night<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118079139 BCX2\">? <\/span><\/span>Check out a guided tour of the Colosseum at night.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_find_the_best_late-night_food_in_Rome\"><\/span>Where can I find the best late-night food in Rome?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Trastevere is one of the <strong>best areas for late-night dining,<\/strong>&nbsp;offering a mix of traditional <em>trattorias<\/em>, modern eateries, and vibrant street food spots. Be inspired and check out our recommendations of some the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/food-and-wine\/food-tour-in-trastevere-rome\">best restaurants in Trastevere.&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Other great options include Testaccio, known for its authentic Roman cuisine, and Campo de&#8217; Fiori, where you\u2019ll find <strong>lively bars and late-night snacks.&nbsp;<\/strong>For a quick bite, grab a slice of pizza <em>al taglio<\/em> or a delicious<em> suppl\u00ec<\/em> (fried rice ball) from a local takeaway spot.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\" lang=\"ES-ES\" xml:lang=\"ES-ES\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\">As you can see, <strong>Rome comes <\/strong><\/span><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">alive<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\"> at <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">night<\/span><\/strong> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">with<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">illuminated<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">landmarks<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">lively<\/span> <em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">piazzas<\/span><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\">, and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">delicious<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\"> late-<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">night<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">gelato<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">Discover<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">the<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">best<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">things<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\"> do after <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW195017416 BCX2\">dark<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195017416 BCX2\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21906\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21906\" class=\"wp-image-21906 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_0763.jpg\" alt=\"A woman breaking apart a cheesy fried rice ball in Rome, Italy.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_0763.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Devour_Rome_Trastevere_0763-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-21906\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Late-night bites won&#8217;t disappoint in Rome.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p data-section-id=\"1mxtilp\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"34\"><strong>Experience the Vatican at Night<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"271\">Why not see the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Vatican Museums<\/span><\/span> in a completely different light? Seasonal evening openings offer a rare chance to explore these world-famous galleries with far fewer crowds\u2014and it\u2019s an experience you won\u2019t forget.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"498\">For something truly special, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/vatican-tours\/vatican-after-hours-tour\/\"><strong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"342\">Alone in the Sistine Chapel Tour<\/strong><\/a> gives you VIP access to the <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Sistine Chapel<\/span><\/span> after hours, allowing you to admire its masterpieces in a quieter, more intimate setting.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"603\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"603\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Book your night tour now and discover the magic of the Vatican after dark, before spaces fill up.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019re sure you know all about the best bucket list landmarks, attractions and tours to tick off your list when you visit the Italian capital, but with so many stunning spaces to see in the daytime \u2013 what\u2019s left to do in Rome at night?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":59,"featured_media":14982,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[280,272,65,63,18,224],"ppma_author":[164],"class_list":["post-14752","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-things-to-do","tag-catacombs","tag-colosseum","tag-act-like-a-local","tag-trip-planning","tag-rome","tag-rome-at-night"],"authors":[{"term_id":164,"user_id":59,"is_guest":0,"slug":"takewalks","display_name":"Karen Birney","avatar_url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/093e26e0ed88c8826a643f1777956866?s=96&d=mm&r=g","user_url":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com","last_name":"Birney","first_name":"Karen","job_title":"","description":"Karen is a journalist and travel writer, based in Ireland."}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14752"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/59"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14752"}],"version-history":[{"count":33,"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14752\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25180,"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14752\/revisions\/25180"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14982"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14752"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14752"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14752"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ppma_author?post=14752"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}