Rome is possibly even more magical in the evening than it is during the daytime. The monuments and fountains are lit up, the Piazzas hum with the energy of the excited locals and tourists alike, and the restaurants offer delicious food, wine and conversation. While no evening in Rome can be boring, there is some even more special ways to spend it than the usual meal and stroll. Here’s our top five ways to have that little something extra on your trip to Rome.
After Hours in the Vatican
Anyone who has visited the Vatican will know how busy it can be. However, though the museums close their doors to the public at 6pm, on select days it is still possible to enter with a guide for a truly special experience. Imagine standing in the Sistine Chapel with just a few other people around you, enabling you to truly appreciate the beauty and magnificence in an incredible way. After hours visits are available as small group tours, or a VIP Private Experience. Contact us at Messenger Travel to organise this unique opportunity.
A Twilight Fiat 500 Driving Tour
After a beautiful Italian day, what better way to see Rome after dark than by exploring the city in the quintessential classic Italian car. The early evening is the perfect time to have a private driver take you through the city’s winding streets and beautiful piazzas, stopping at secret sites and romantic vistas. This is a truly authentic Italian experience, and one that we at Messenger Travel especially love. Contact us to help organise your own Fiat 500 tour.
An Evening in Trastevere
Across the Tiber from the historic centre, Trastevere is a district that hums with the life of the street. Artisanal shops, quirky cafes, and vibrant bars line the alleyways, and the Piazzas buzz with the sounds of street performers and local Romans socialising by the fountains. A great way to explore this district is on an early evening tour, showing you how to navigate the warren of small streets, and where to find the best aperitivo. Then head to La Fraschetta (Via San Francesco a Ripa) or La Scala (Piazza della Scala) for fresh pasta, or Ai Marmi (Viale di Trastevere) for some of Rome’s best pizza. Finish the night off with a few beers at Bar San Calisto (Piazza di San Calisto), amongst a hustling crowd of locals. Contact us to find the best tours – private or group – and to make reservations at the best restaurants.
Dinner in a 16th Century Palace
Rome is full of fabulous restaurants, and the Roman cuisine is always a treat to the tastebuds. There is an alternative to an evening dining out in the local trattorias though. In Palazzo Patrizi, close to Piazza Navona, you can enjoy a magical, romantic evening. Begin with a private tour of this 16th Century residence – still home to the noble Patrizi family – and then enjoy a candlelit dinner, whilst being serenaded with live music. Menus are personalised by the family’s private chef, and accompanied by a selection of fine wines from the family wineries. Contact us at Messenger Travel to find out more about this unique opportunity.
Aperitivo in an Ancient Roman House
Just five minutes walk from the Colosseum, under the church of San Giovanni e Paolo, is a wonderfully preserved Ancient Roman house. The walls are still decorated with 4th Century frescoes, and the mosaic floor was walked upon over 1600 years ago. During the day, the Casa Romane del Celio is open to visitors, but at night it can become special. An aperitivo – a buffet of sorts – is set out, featuring ancient Roman delicacies, accompanied by wines from an ancient recipe. This is a unique chance to eat as the Romans did 2000 years ago. Perfect for foodies and history lovers alike, contact us to find out more about this fantastic evening.
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