{"id":25687,"date":"2026-06-16T11:12:25","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T10:12:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/?p=25687"},"modified":"2026-06-16T11:12:25","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T10:12:25","slug":"best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome","title":{"rendered":"When Is the Best Time of Year to Visit Rome? A Month-by-Month Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rome is one of the world&#8217;s most popular city-break destinations, but the experience can vary dramatically depending on when you visit. Summer brings long days, bustling piazzas, and peak tourist crowds, while winter offers lower prices and quieter attractions. Spring and autumn are widely considered the best times to visit Rome thanks to their pleasant weather, manageable crowd levels, and excellent sightseeing conditions.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, <\/span><b>when is the best time of year to visit Rome?<\/b><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22723\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22723\" class=\"wp-image-22723 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rome-60-1024x683-1.jpg\" alt=\"Two people taking in the majestic beauty of the Colosseum in Italy.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rome-60-1024x683-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Rome-60-1024x683-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22723\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">February is, of course, a peak time for Valentine\u00b4s trips and romantic city breaks!<\/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\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_the_Spring_March_April_and_May\" >Rome in the Spring: March, April and May<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_March\" >Rome in March<\/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\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_April_Tanti_Auguri_Roma\" >Rome in April: Tanti Auguri, Roma!<\/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\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_May\" >Rome in May<\/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\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Spring_Bloom\" >Spring Bloom<\/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\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Peak_Artichoke_Season\" >Peak Artichoke Season<\/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\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Spring_Weather_Considerations_in_Rome\" >Spring Weather Considerations in Rome<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_the_Summer_June_July_and_August\" >Rome in the Summer: June, July and August<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_June_Summer_Festivals\" >Rome in June: Summer Festivals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_July_Cool_off_in_Suburbium\" >Rome in July: Cool off in Suburbium<\/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\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_August_Ferragosto\" >Rome in August: Ferragosto<\/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\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Skip_the_line_avoiding_the_heat\" >Skip the line = avoiding the heat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Get_out_of_Town\" >Get out of Town<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Summer_Weather_Considerations_in_Rome\" >Summer Weather Considerations in Rome<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_the_Autumn_September_October_and_November\" >Rome in the Autumn: September, October and November<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_September_Seasonal_Fare\" >Rome in September: Seasonal Fare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_October_and_November\" >Rome in October and November<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Leafpeeping_Roman_Style\" >Leafpeeping, Roman Style<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Autumn_Weather_Considerations_in_Rome\" >Autumn Weather Considerations in Rome<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_the_Winter_December_January_and_February\" >Rome in the Winter: December, January and February<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_December_The_Sweet_Taste_of_Winter\" >Rome in December:\u00a0The Sweet Taste of Winter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Rome_in_January_and_February\" >Rome in January and February<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Explore_Everything\" >Explore Everything<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Winter_Weather_Considerations_in_Rome\" >Winter Weather Considerations in Rome<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#A_final_note_about_the_best_time_to_visit_Rome\" >A final note about the best time to visit Rome<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_The_best_time_of_year_to_visit_Rome\" >FAQs &#8211; The best time of year to visit Rome<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Whats_the_best_way_to_get_around_Rome\" >What\u2019s the best way to get around Rome?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#What_to_know_about_dining_in_Rome\" >What to know about dining in Rome?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Should_you_book_museum_and_attraction_tickets_in_advance\" >Should you book museum and attraction tickets in advance?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/best-time-of-year-to-visit-rome\/#Where_should_you_stay_in_Rome\" >Where should you stay in Rome?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_of_year_to_visit_Rome\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>When is the best time of year to visit Rome?\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most travelers, April-May and September-October offer the ideal balance of comfortable temperatures, vibrant local life, and easier access to major attractions. However, the best month to visit Rome depends on your priorities. Food lovers may prefer autumn&#8217;s seasonal produce, budget travelers can save money by visiting in winter, and families often enjoy the mild weather of late spring.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, we&#8217;ll break down Rome weather by month, crowd levels throughout the year, seasonal events, and the best times to visit based on your travel style.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>But first, here is a quick summary:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best overall: April\u2013May and September\u2013October<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best weather: May and October<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheapest: January and February<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for food lovers: October and November<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for families: April, May, June<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for avoiding crowds: January, February, November<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_12130\" style=\"width: 1360px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12130\" class=\"wp-image-12130 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Colosseum-Rome-in-Winter.jpg\" alt=\"the colosseum in winter, with a powdering of snow, for some it is the best time of year to visit Rome\" width=\"1350\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Colosseum-Rome-in-Winter.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Colosseum-Rome-in-Winter-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12130\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">It may be cold, but visiting in the winter can be magical with a dusting of snow!<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_the_Spring_March_April_and_May\"><\/span>Rome in the Spring: March, April and May<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glorious spring. It\u2019s hard not to get mad at spring when nature is resurrected, and everything seems to have a, well, spring in its step. Rome included. The early part of the season is what\u2019s known as \u201cshoulder season,\u201d when the crowds are fewer, prices might be a bit lower, and the sun is not so blistering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_March\"><\/span>Rome in March<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As spring begins, Rome starts to warm up and outdoor sightseeing becomes more enjoyable. Tourist numbers gradually increase, but March still offers a good balance between pleasant weather and manageable crowds. With the weather on your side, consider seeing the main sites of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/vatican-tours\/rome-in-a-day-tour\/\">Rome in a day <\/a>with a fun, guided tour.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_April_Tanti_Auguri_Roma\"><\/span>Rome in April: Tanti Auguri, Roma!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>As the story goes, on April 21st in the year 753 B.C., brothers Romulus and Remus founded the city of Rome. <\/strong>So, i<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">f you are in the Eternal City, April 21st marks the birthday, or<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Natale<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, of Rome. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This would therefore be a stellar time to visit some of the city\u2019s most ancient sites, such as the <strong>Colosseum, the Forum, and Palatine Hill.<\/strong> And to<\/span> most of your time, why not join a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/roman-colosseum-tours\/\">small-group tour<\/a>\u00a0with an expert guide, who will take the stress out, and put the stories in!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also plenty of events. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gruppostoricoromano.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Il Gruppo Storico Romano<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> often puts on <strong>family-friendly historical re-enactments at ancient sites<\/strong>, such as the Circus Maximus. All of this, combined with Rome\u2019s mild spring weather, blooming parks, and lively atmosphere, makes April one of the very best times of the year to experience the Eternal City.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_May\"><\/span>Rome in May<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many travelers consider May the best month to visit Rome. Warm temperatures, long daylight hours, and vibrant outdoor dining create ideal conditions for exploring the city. Crowds increase, but the weather makes it worth it.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_14242\" style=\"width: 2058px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14242\" class=\"wp-image-14242 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Walks-20190710-Rome-Food-Tour-and-Pizza-Making-0004-BEST-OF-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Rome, Italy\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Walks-20190710-Rome-Food-Tour-and-Pizza-Making-0004-BEST-OF-1-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Walks-20190710-Rome-Food-Tour-and-Pizza-Making-0004-BEST-OF-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Walks-20190710-Rome-Food-Tour-and-Pizza-Making-0004-BEST-OF-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-14242\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Springtime is the ideal time to explore the different neighbourhoods<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spring_Bloom\"><\/span>Spring Bloom<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to being able to walk freely around Rome without the fear of sunstroke or getting too fatigued from the heat, spring in Rome means you can likely walk on foot from site to site and the weather will be pleasant. You can see the Colosseum, for example, and then stroll over to <strong>Campo de\u2019 Fiori and Piazza Navona<\/strong> with little nuisance from the weather.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wish to celebrate Spring, Rome has a great option: <\/span><strong>Roseto di Roma<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>, or the Municipal Rose Garden of Rome<\/strong>, or as the locals call it \u201cIl Roseto,\u201d which is set on Aventine Hill. Since 1931, the garden has been exhibiting colorful roses. Today, there are over 1,100 varieties of roses in the garden.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peak_Artichoke_Season\"><\/span>Peak Artichoke Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For food-loving Romans, the coming of spring means that it\u2019s peak artichoke season. From late February to early May, the city\u2019s greenmarkets overflow with fresh, plump artichokes brimming with flavor. They also turn up on restaurant menus across the city. Two typical preparations you\u2019ll find in Rome are <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">carciofi alla Guida<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a fried Jewish-style technique in which the artichoke is fried twice, and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">carciofi alla Romana<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an artichoke stuffed with mint, garlic, and other herbs and then braised in white wine and olive oil. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Insider tip:<\/strong> Whatever the season, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/?filters=Food%20%26%20Wine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guided food tour or cooking class<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the perfect way to learn all about Roman food and the delicious seasonal produce!<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div id=\"attachment_22342\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22342\" class=\"wp-image-22342 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/artichokes-rome-market-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh artichokes on display in food market in Rome.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/artichokes-rome-market-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/artichokes-rome-market-1-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22342\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Spring is the best time to taste deliciously fresh artichokes in Rome.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spring_Weather_Considerations_in_Rome\"><\/span>Spring Weather Considerations in Rome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the end of March through the middle of June, temperatures in Rome go from slightly cool to pleasant with a tinge of heat arising. Think 50 degrees Fahrenheit (or 10 degrees Celsius) elevating to around 75 degrees Fahrenheit (or 24 degrees Celcius) by the end of spring. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Particularly in the first half of spring, the days might be sweater weather, but temperatures often drop in the evening, so bring a light jacket to dinner.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking of dinner, for most of the season, it should be warm enough for outdoor dining, particularly as the season marches toward June.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_the_Summer_June_July_and_August\"><\/span><b>Rome in the Summer: June, July and August<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Late-June, July, and August are often warm, the crowds are thicker, and it\u2019s a bit more difficult to score that dinner reservation. But what you may have to concede, you may gain in terms of the exciting, high-energy of the city. If you\u2019re going to Rome in the summer, you should also keep in mind the big crowds that come with it. That said, there are plenty of ways to properly enjoy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rome in the summer.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_June_Summer_Festivals\"><\/span>Rome in June: Summer Festivals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">June marks the beginning of summer in Rome. Days are long and sunny, making it a great time for families and first-time visitors. Tourist numbers rise significantly, particularly toward the end of the month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Romans really take advantage of the warm weather. There are a lot of <strong>open-air festivals and fiestas<\/strong> happening throughout the summer. One of them is the <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lungoiltevereroma.it\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lungo Il Tevere Roma<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an organization that puts on <strong>outdoor events<\/strong> along the banks of the Tiber River from early<\/span> June to late August.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_July_Cool_off_in_Suburbium\"><\/span>Rome in July: Cool off in Suburbium<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July is one of Rome&#8217;s hottest and busiest months. Expect high temperatures, packed attractions, and lively outdoor events. Early morning sightseeing and skip-the-line tickets become especially valuable during this period.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suburbium, Latin for suburbs, are much less crowded and offers cooler temperatures and more shade. Case in point: head to the <strong>Appia Antica, or Appian Way<\/strong>, the ancient Roman road in the southern part of the city. This tranquil swath of Rome has basalt-stone treelined streets flanked by ancient tombs and early-Christian <strong>catacombs<\/strong> (which are very cool in temperature, by the way).<\/span>\u00a0If you want to know what you\u2019re looking at while there, consider tagging along with a local expert on a small-group walking tour of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/catacombs-colosseum-tour\/\">the Appian Way<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/catacombs-colosseum-tour\/\"> and the catacombs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_August_Ferragosto\"><\/span>Rome in August: Ferragosto<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Julius Caesar was told to beware of the Ides of March. For visitors to Rome, beware of the Ides of August. From August 15 until the beginning of September, going all the way back to millennia, urban Italians (and this means Romans), leave the city for their vacations. This means that business hours change dramatically at restaurants, bars, cafes, and other family-owned businesses, as the owners and employees might be out of town. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Insider tip: <\/strong>For more details on how the Ferragasto holiday may affect your visit, r<\/span>ead our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/rome-in-august\">Rome in August<\/a>!<\/p><\/blockquote>\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=\"A man walking through a dark passage lined with catacombs.\" 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 of the catacombs is impressive, and it also makes for a more &#8220;chilled&#8221; day out!<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skip_the_line_avoiding_the_heat\"><\/span>Skip the line = avoiding the heat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One hack or trick to beating the heat in Rome is to book a guided tour that has skip-the-line access. You\u2019ll walk right into Rome\u2019s main sites while hordes of people stand in the beating sun, fanning themselves with tourist brochures, trying to mentally will the line to move quicker. Not you!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose from a range of options including a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">skip-the-line VIP tour to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/vatican-tours\/pristine-sistine-chapel-tour\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0or\u00a0 <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/vip-ancient-rome-tour-caesar-s-palace\/\">Caesar\u00b4s Palace, the Colosseum and Forum.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_out_of_Town\"><\/span>Get out of Town<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking of getting out of town, the countryside outside of Rome offers many great day trip opportunities. Since this is summer and the temperatures are at their peak, consider going on a day trip to the (much cooler) hills north of Rome. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, here you\u2019ll find the <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/calcata-italy\">medieval hilltown of Calcata<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>,<\/strong> which has a fascinating history. The village is populated by hippies and artists, and the village was once even home to a very weird holy relic!* <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Insider tip:<\/strong> *read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/san-giovanni-in-laterano\">San Giovanni in Laterano<\/a> to discover what this relic is!<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div id=\"attachment_20701\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20701\" class=\"wp-image-20701 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/calcata-header2.jpg\" alt=\"A remote hill town built into rocks and surrounded by greenery.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/calcata-header2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/calcata-header2-768x348.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-20701\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Calcata &#8211; a remote medieval hill town built into rocks<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summer_Weather_Considerations_in_Rome\"><\/span>Summer Weather Considerations in Rome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical Roman temperatures in summer are often around 78 degrees Fahrenheit (or 26 degrees Celsius) in late June to 90 degrees Fahrenheit (or 32 degrees Celsius) in the peak of August. In the last weeks of summer, in September, temperatures tend to decrease from there. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the evening, temperatures do drop, but they rarely go below 65 degrees Fahrenheit (or 18 degrees Celsius). <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you hope a rain shower appears to cool you off, think again: it doesn\u2019t rain much in Rome during the summer months.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_the_Autumn_September_October_and_November\"><\/span>Rome in the Autumn: September, October and November<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to spring, autumn in Rome is an ideal time to be in the Italian capital. Temperatures, crowd sizes, and prices for accommodation and airfare drop. Keep in mind that the first three weeks of September are still technically summer and still very much high season in Rome. But come September 21, everything cools down a bit, and for the better.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_September_Seasonal_Fare\"><\/span>Rome in September: Seasonal Fare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September combines warm weather with slightly more comfortable conditions than peak summer. Food lovers will appreciate the arrival of seasonal produce, while visitors can still enjoy long days and outdoor dining.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the changing of the leaves comes new fall flavors in Rome to get excited about. You\u2019ll start to see <strong>truffles<\/strong> on restaurant menus in Rome. Anything shaved with truffles is not cheap but worth the splurge. You\u2019ll also suddenly see the near-ubiquitous presence of people selling <strong>roasted chestnuts<\/strong>, or <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">castagne<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, from carts on the street.<\/span>The smell of the chestnuts gives Romans a deep sense of the season. You\u2019ll also see typical fall dishes appear on restaurant menus, such as the excellent <i>zuppa di ceci<\/i>, or chickpea soup.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_October_and_November\"><\/span>Rome in October and November<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October offers some of the best weather of the year in Rome. Temperatures are mild, crowds begin to ease, and autumn ingredients such as truffles and mushrooms appear on restaurant menus. It&#8217;s one of the best times for both sightseeing and food experiences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">November is a quieter month with fewer tourists and lower accommodation prices. The weather becomes cooler and wetter, but visitors are rewarded with a more relaxed and authentic experience of the city.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22004\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22004\" class=\"wp-image-22004 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Chestnuts.jpg\" alt=\"A pan of roasted chestnuts being sold by a street vendor.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Chestnuts.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Chestnuts-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22004\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">In the fall, you will buy delicious roasted chestnuts from street stalls<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leafpeeping_Roman_Style\"><\/span>Leafpeeping, Roman Style<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rome isn\u2019t exactly Vermont in autumn, but nature in the Italian capital still puts on an impressive show of oranges, yellows, and browns. The best place to see this transformation is the <\/span><strong>Villa Borghese Gardens<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a nearly 200-acre cultivated garden. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the weather gets colder, or you need a break from the outdoors, you can visit the <\/span><strong>Galleria Borghese<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of Rome\u2019s greatest art museums, where you can gawk at works by Caravaggio, Titian, and Raphael, among other giants of the Renaissance art world. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Insider tip:<\/strong> If you want to see the Borghese Gallery in style, consi<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">der <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/villa-borghese-gallery-tour\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this 90-minute guided tour<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">museum.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div id=\"attachment_1055\" style=\"width: 1995px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1055\" class=\"wp-image-1055 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/DSC_0069.jpg\" alt=\"The lake in the Borghese gardens, with a roman building and trees on the banks\" width=\"1985\" height=\"1324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/DSC_0069.jpg 1985w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/DSC_0069-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/DSC_0069-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1985px) 100vw, 1985px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1055\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Borghese gardens bring autumnal colours to the city<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Autumn_Weather_Considerations_in_Rome\"><\/span>Autumn Weather Considerations in Rome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autumn, which technically runs from September 22 to December 20, has radically different weather conditions from beginning to end. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The temperatures in late September might hover around 75 degrees Fahrenheit (or 23 degrees Celsius), and in the middle of December, expect daily daytime temperatures to be around 55 degrees Fahrenheit (or 12 degrees Celsius). <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it rains on average about 5 days in September, it rains about 9 days in November, so bring an umbrella and a lightweight-to-medium-weight coat, depending on the month you plan to visit Rome.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And it\u2019s best to pack so that you can dress in layers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_the_Winter_December_January_and_February\"><\/span>Rome in the Winter: December, January and February<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not a fan of crowds, the wintertime is the best time of year to visit Rome. As one would expect, temperatures plummet in winter, as do the crowds and the prices. So, while you might not get warm, sunny weather in Rome during winter, you\u2019ll certainly have less competition for restaurant tables and fewer lines to get into places like the Vatican Museums. Winter is also the cheapest time to visit Rome.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_December_The_Sweet_Taste_of_Winter\"><\/span>Rome in December:\u00a0The Sweet Taste of Winter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the days get shorter and the temperature drops, the Romans\u2019 sweet tooth makes an appearance. This is the season to snack on sweet things in the Eternal City. <strong>Panettone<\/strong>, a kind of candied fruit cake originally from Milan, is nearly ubiquitous in the winter months, especially around the holidays. While wandering around the Jewish Quarter in Rome, keep an eye out for <\/span><strong><i>pizza Ebraica<\/i><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a dense, caramelized nut treat that is a great afternoon snack.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December brings festive lights, <strong>Christmas markets<\/strong>, and a magical atmosphere throughout Rome. While temperatures are cool, the holiday season creates a unique charm, making it an excellent choice for travelers seeking a festive city break.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rome_in_January_and_February\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rome in January and February<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">January is one of the cheapest times to visit Rome. After the holiday season, crowds thin out considerably, making it easier to explore major attractions such as the Colosseum and Vatican Museums. Expect cool temperatures and occasional rain, but shorter lines and lower hotel rates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">February remains quiet and budget-friendly, although <strong>Carnival celebrations<\/strong> bring some extra energy to the city. The weather is still cool, but sightseeing is comfortable, and attractions remain relatively uncrowded.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_13689\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13689\" class=\"wp-image-13689 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/christmas-decorations-on-trentino-alto-adige-PH3WC5L.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/christmas-decorations-on-trentino-alto-adige-PH3WC5L.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/christmas-decorations-on-trentino-alto-adige-PH3WC5L-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/christmas-decorations-on-trentino-alto-adige-PH3WC5L-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-13689\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Christmas markets are a great place to find unique gifts and taste the Italian winter treats<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_Everything\"><\/span>Explore Everything<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Count your lucky stars you\u2019re in Rome during the winter: you are not going to have to battle many crowds for entry into some of Rome\u2019s most august institutions. That means you can wander around the Colosseum and the Forum minus the masses, and you likely won\u2019t have to wait for hours to get into St. Peter\u2019s Basilica and the Vatican Museums (expect lines but much shorter than, say, in July). <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Insider tip:<\/strong> You may be surprised by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/what-can-i-see-in-rome-in-one-day\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what you can see in Rome in a day!<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div id=\"attachment_17265\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17265\" class=\"wp-image-17265 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/gabriella-clare-marino-VZqJp73BsZw-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"rome at christmas\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17265\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">St Peter\u00b4s Basilica is an incredible sight, and an amazing place to visit<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Winter_Weather_Considerations_in_Rome\"><\/span>Winter Weather Considerations in Rome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expect temperatures to hover around\u00a0 50 to 59 degrees Fahrenheit (or 10 to 15 degrees Celsius) during the day and 37 to 43 degrees Fahrenheit (or 3 to 6 degrees Celsius) at night. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rain, usually in the form of light drizzles, is common so p<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ack a heavier jacket if you\u2019re bound for Rome from late December to mid-March.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Insider Tip:<\/strong> Read all you need to know in our travel guide for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/travel-tips\/winter-italy-travel\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Rome in Winter.<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div id=\"attachment_14801\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14801\" class=\"wp-image-14801 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/christmas-tree-colosseo.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas tree at the Colosseum\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-14801\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Twinkly lights and Christmas trees give Rome yet another layer of beauty!<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_final_note_about_the_best_time_to_visit_Rome\"><\/span>A final note about the best time to visit Rome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The seasons and temperatures in Rome may not shift as dramatically as cities in northern Europe, but as you can see, they shift just enough that you\u2019ll need to do some preparation in what you pack, depending on the season you\u2019ll be there.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>For first-time travelers to Rome:<\/strong> April or May. You don\u2019t want to be inundated with tourists by going in the summer months, and you also may want to avoid the grey skies and colder weather of the winter months. April and May are just right.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>For food lovers:<\/strong> September or October. Why? One word: truffles. But also, porcini mushrooms make an appearance in September, and olive oil is pressed toward the end of October.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>For families:<\/strong> May or September because the temperature hovers around 75 degrees Fahrenheit (or 24 degrees Celsius), creating a pleasant temperature for walking around the city. Plus, there are fewer crowds during these months than in summer.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>For budget travelers:<\/strong> In January and February, prices are lower for flights to Rome and for hotels in the city too.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>For history lovers:<\/strong> April. Specifically, April 21, when Romans celebrate the city\u2019s birthday. There are parties and historical reenactments.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_18218\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18218\" class=\"wp-image-18218 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Food-tour-Bologna-DevourTours-274-e1729249778710.jpg\" alt=\"Guests on an italian food tour eating pasta and drinking wine at a restaurant\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18218\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Food lovers will love Rome all year round! Check seasonal produce if there is something specific you want to try!<\/p><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_The_best_time_of_year_to_visit_Rome\"><\/span>FAQs &#8211; The best time of year to visit Rome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_best_way_to_get_around_Rome\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s the best way to get around Rome?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re in the large historical center, the best way (really, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">only<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> way) to get around is on foot. Some streets are so narrow that a taxi or, god forbid, a bus, cannot enter. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re going beyond the historical center, and you should, Rome has a fast and easy metro (or subway) with two major lines &#8211; Line A (Orange) and Line B (Blue). The city is building a Line C, and there are a couple of stations now open, but it is far from complete. The standard ticket costs \u20ac1.50. You can also get a 24-hour ticket for \u20ac8.50, a 48-hour ticket for \u20ac15, and a 72-hour ticket for \u20ac22. Buy tickets at the self-service ticket machines at every station.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_know_about_dining_in_Rome\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to know about dining in Rome?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There once was a time when you could walk into a lot of Roman restaurants and, within a few minutes, you\u2019d be sitting at a table browsing the menu. Those days are mostly gone. If you already have an idea about what Roman restaurants you\u2019d like to visit, try to book a few weeks in advance. Most restaurants in Rome that take reservations have links to booking sites on their websites.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_book_museum_and_attraction_tickets_in_advance\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should you book museum and attraction tickets in advance?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to restaurants in Rome, you should book in advance to ensure you\u2019ll get in on the day you\u2019re there, particularly for sites like the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_should_you_stay_in_Rome\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where should you stay in Rome?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It really depends on your budget. If you want to save money, stay out of the center. If you opt for this, just know you\u2019ll be taking the subway more. If you want to splurge, check out the center of to<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wn. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Insider tip:<\/strong> Check out our suggestions on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/rome\/where-to-stay-in-rome\">where to stay in Rome<\/a> for different traveler types<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div id=\"attachment_19073\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19073\" class=\"wp-image-19073 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walks_Vatican-After-Hours-WEB-0001resize.jpg\" alt=\"Inside the Vatican\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walks_Vatican-After-Hours-WEB-0001resize.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walks_Vatican-After-Hours-WEB-0001resize-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19073\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Visiting museums and galleries gets you out of the sun in the summer, and out of the rain in the winter!<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever time of year you decide to visit Rome, there will be both downsides and upsides. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embrace the advantages and don\u2019t lament the disadvantages and you\u2019ll enjoy your trip much more. Another way to make things much smoother, including skip-the-line access and getting to spend time with a local guide who just happens to know a lot about Rome\u2019s history and culture, is to consider taking one of our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/rome-tours\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tours of Rome<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rome is one of the world&#8217;s most popular city-break destinations, but the experience can vary dramatically depending on when you visit. Summer brings long days, bustling piazzas, and peak tourist crowds, while winter offers lower prices and quieter attractions. Spring and autumn are widely considered the best times to visit Rome thanks to their pleasant [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":73,"featured_media":25434,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[334,333,332],"ppma_author":[181],"class_list":["post-25687","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-travel-tips","tag-festivals-and-events","tag-seasonal-food","tag-weather"],"authors":[{"term_id":181,"user_id":0,"is_guest":1,"slug":"david-farley","display_name":"David Farley","avatar_url":{"url":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Farley_AuthorPhoto.jpg","url2x":"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Farley_AuthorPhoto.jpg"},"user_url":"","last_name":"Farley","first_name":"David","job_title":"","description":"David Farley is a West Village-based food and travel writer whose work appears regularly in the New York Times, National Geographic, BBC, and Food &amp; Wine, among other publications. 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