Which city is better than Rome, the Italian “big beauty” , to celebrate Saint Valentine’s Day or a romantic day out? The capital of love offers a fairytale atmosphere to all the couples who decide to spend here the day dedicated to lovers. A visit to its museums, to the Colosseum and to the Pantheon is certainly required, but there are other magic places where you must go to discover the hidden marvels of this city.
Here’s a top ten of the most romantic spots to see during your holiday in Rome: don’t forget to check our vacation rentals in town and choose the best for your stay!
1) IL PINCIO (Viale Gabriele D'Annunzio, 00187 Roma)
The Pincio is a beloved garden by Romans that was built at the beginning of the 19th century by Napoleon. Walk hand by hand along the historical promenade behind Villa Borghese and enjoy the amazing panorama over Piazza del Popolo from its terrace. This park has a neoclassical style, it’s particularly beautiful at sunset and it hides the famous water clock.
2) THE CAMPIDOGLIO (Piazza del Campidoglio, 00186 Roma)
The magic of this place is hidden behind the Palazzo del Campidoglio, along the road used by cars to reach the top of the hill. The view over the Fori Imperiali is especially breathtaking at night or sundown.
3) IL GIANICOLO (Via Garibaldi, 00165 Roma)
This hill was the place of the 1849 clash between the Roman Republic and the French and now it’s a public park dedicated to the Risorgimento period. A walk along via Garibaldi is something you cannot miss: hiking next to the symbolic monuments of the 19th century, you’ll get to the Trastevere, where you’ll be able to enjoy a romantic dinner.
4)AVENTINO AND THE GIARDINO DEGLI ARANCI (Via di Santa Sabina, 00153 Roma)
The garden has a spectacular and romantic atmosphere characterized by numerous bitter orange trees. The movie director Paolo Sorrentino chose it to film his “La Grande Bellezza” and the most magic place is certainly the main door of Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta. Looking through its lock, you can observe Saint Peter’s Dome with a very unusual perspective. And don’t miss the panorama over the Tiber from its beautiful terrace!
5) THE ZODIACO (Viale del Parco Mellini, 88/92, 00136 Roma)
It’s one of the most famous belvedere of Rome and it’s on Monte Mario, the city’s highest point that offers an amazing panorama. Many lovers crowd the park and it’s perfect for a romantic promenade or an intimate dinner in a restaurant. Another good idea is a visit to the astronomical observatory of to spend a special evening together.
6) PARCO DELL’APPIA ANTICA (Via Appia Antica, 42, 00178 Roma)
The park is the ideal site to walk with your partner along the 16 km route near aqueducts, roman villas and other ancient ruins.
7) TRINITA DEI MONTI (Piazza della Trinità dei Monti, 3, 00187 Roma)
Trinità dei Monti is portrayed by thousands of postcards and it’s the symbol of Rome after the Colosseum. The stairway descending into Via della Condotta is frequented by a lot of couples, especially on late afternoons or evenings, when the light makes it even more wonderful.
8) FONTANA DEGLI INNAMORATI (Piazza di Trevi, 00187 Roma)
The famous Trevi Fountain is a special spot at night, when the square in less crowded and more intimate. You must throw a penny into the water and drink from the Fontana degli Innamorati next to it, as a belief says that the lovers who do this will love each other and will be faithful forever.
9) VILLA BORGHESE PARK
Villa Borghese Park is one of the biggest and best-known in the city. Discover its English and Italian-styled gardens, its columns, its villas, its ancient statues and its amazing lake, where you’ll be able to sail on one of its small wooden boats.
10) THE LUNGOTEVERE
The road running along the river has a unique beauty especially near the Isola Tiberina. The Ponte Milvio is a stop you must remember to do in order to add a love-lock to the hundreds left by other couples.
