Guide to Picturesque Picnics in and around Rome
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Jennifer Schwartz
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Ah, Rome, my love. What can be written that hasn't already been said? The architecture, the ruins, the fountains, the pizza, the pasta, the coffee, the gelato, the people, the culture: all a picture of perfection. Let's have a picnic and take it all in.
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Things to do in Rome
Villa Sciarra - Charming and lesser-known park between Trastevere & Monteverde. With a villa at the center and sculptures throughout, Villa Sciarra is a wonderful spot for a picnic.
Villa Borghese - Enchanting landscaped garden on the Pincian Hill. Take a step back in time and wander among the villas, pavilions, fountains and sculptures found in the garden.
Villa Corsini & the Botanical Garden of Rome - Located between Trastevere and the Gianicolo hill, you'll find a green oasis. Paths will wind you through gardens, greenhouses and fountains. Enjoy the Japanese Garden and Butterfly House.
Villa Torlonia - Villa Torlonia is a hidden gem, completely off-the-beaten-path. Surrounding a neoclassical villa that was once home to Mussolini, this park is the perfect place for a stroll and picnic.
Villa Doria Pamphili - An immense and beautiful landscaped park in Rome. Villa Doria Pamphili is located in Monteverde. Don't miss the Casino del Bel Respiro which overlooks a geometrical garden.
Piazza Navona - Right in the center of the hustle and bustle, Piazza Navona is an ideal spot for people-watching and a quick bite.
Day Trips from Rome
Just a quick drive or train ride from Rome, Tivoli’s Villa d’Este and Villa Adriana are breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage sites that cannot be missed.
Places to eat & drink in Rome
Coffee
La Casa del Caffè Tazza d’Oro - A coffee lover’s dream.
Pizza al taglio
Forno Campo de ‘Fiori - An institution right in the Campo de Fiori.
Antico Forno Roscioli - Longstanding pizza shop, also near the Campo de 'Fiori.
Casa Manco - Local spot in the Trastevere.
Seu Pizza Illuminati - Solid pizza in the Trastevere.
Pizzeria da Simone - Totally a hidden gem.
Angelo e Simonetta - Local gem near Villa Torlonia.
Prelibato - Pizzeria in Monteverde.
Gelato
Tiberino - Worth the trip to Tiber Island.
Gelateria del Teatro - Close to Piazza Navona.
Il Gelato di San Crispino - Around the corner from the Trevi Fountain.
Gelateria Giolitti - One of the oldest gelato shops in Rome.
Chocolate
Venchi Chocolate - Mouthwatering.
SAID dal 1923 - Enjoy handmade chocolates.
Need to Know
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