Rome is a place where life is lived outdoors, but that does not mean that the city is not the victim of bad weather. Rain in Rome is more common than one might think. In the winter months of January and February, rainy days should be planned and can go on for days without stopping. Outside these two months, rain can happen at any time like anywhere else in the world. The rain in Rome is often characterized by heavy downpours that never seem to stop. Yet they always do, and the sun shines brighter and the sky looks bluer afterwards. If you are in Rome during a rainy season, there are still many activities to do.
Check out the points on the map
Let’s start with the most obvious;
Visit the Colosseum . Even if it is not indoors it is absolutely worth visiting even in the rain!
If you are going out in Rome on a rainy day, a destination should be the pantheon or one of the most beautiful museums in Rome, and usually little visited (at least in my opinion) or the Capitoline Museums . Unlike the Vatican Museums, which are rather linear, keeping the flow moving more or less in one direction, the Capitoline Museums are scattered and have many options for the directions to be traveled and the parts in which to pass the time.
On the roof on one side of the Capitoline Museums , there is a café. Just go up the stairs on the back, which can be accessed on the right side of the Piazza del Campidoglio, immediately after climbing the ramp and passing the statues of Castor and Pollux the Capitoline Coffee – Terrazza Caffarelli.
Another splendid gallery right in the center of Rome, and easily overlooked, is the Galleria Doria Pamphilj.
Never crowd, and it’s easy to spend a couple of hours enjoying world-class art.
Via del Corso, 305 near Piazza Venezia. Open every day from 9:00 to 19:00. € 12
But if you’re in Rome on a rainy day, and inside this building, it’s nice to see the rain come down from the glass.
Lungotevere to Augusta (corner of via Tomacelli, not far from Piazza di Spagna). Open every day from 9.30 to 19.30. Closed 1 January, 1 May, 25 December. € 10.50
MAXXI Museum
UNDERGROUND
The weather is bad? Then go underground, to discover the most hidden part of Rome and the historical association with the Rome Metro. Experienced speleologists and archeology enthusiasts have created an extensive program of urban speleology activities in the city, organizing excursions to unusual places (underground) for a different vision of Rome, a very original point of view. Registration is required to participate in guided tours. See the complete program on the Underground Rome website .
We have so many wonderful things to see underground in Rome. I will not suggest the Domus Aurea (which is probably my favorite underground thing!) Because it is only open on weekends, and you have to book in advance. So, unless you have already booked this, try these:
Celio Roman Houses – Visit these extraordinarily intact Roman residences under the Basilica of Saints John and Paul (on Mount Celio). You will see mosaics from the Roman era, frescoes, nymphaeums and more. In the end it is a small but wonderfully well-kept archaeological museum.
Open Thursday – Monday 10:00 am – 1:00 pm; 3 – 6pm. Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday € 8.
Palazzo Valentini – I was completely wiped out by this archaeological visit. Right under the Trajan’s Column in Piazza Venezia, you will see the ruins of a Roman noble villa, along with splendid artifacts dating back to the times of the emperors.
Wednesday – Monday 9:30 am – 6:30 pm (last visit). Closed: Tuesday and December 25th, January 1st, May 1st. € 12. Booking is usually recommended, but you can try to go on the same day.
Church of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere – The church dedicated to the saint with the same name is adorable alone. And not to be missed is an extraordinary sculpture of the saint, facing the altar. But the subway is another thing. For only € 2.50 it is possible to visit an ancient Roman Domus (perhaps belonging to the family of Cecilia) and other structures of successive eras.
Open every day from 10:00 to 13:00; 4-7pm. Piazza di Santa Cecilia, 22
Basilica di San Clemente – This is another underground in Rome that is simply fantastic. The basilica itself is already spectacular, with the 9th-century mosaic apse and the Cosmati floors. But you go down underground to two levels of history, with the lowest of the worshipers of Mythra (pre-Christian).
Piazza di San Clemente not far from the Colosseum. Excavation open from Monday to Saturday, from 9 to 12:30; 3-6 pm. Sundays and national holidays, from 12.15 to 18.00. € 10.
Some cafes
Cloister of Bramante
Cigar Lounge Waldorf Astoria Rome Cavalieri
After having dedicated so much history and art, take a break and treat yourself to some of the best cupcakes in Rome with a hot tea made in Via dei Coronari: www.madebakery.com In addition, all packs are prepared exclusively with organic ingredients!
Indoor itineraries
We all know how fantastic a holiday in Rome can be when the city is at its best in the sun – but it’s usually even when it’s more expensive. Traveling when Rome is potentially cold and rainy may not seem fun, but today’s guest author is here to tell you that there is a lot to do and see in Rome when the weather is far from fabulous.
Ara Pacis Museum
This institution, located along the banks of the Tiber, perfectly juxtaposes the old and the new. To the dismay of many locals, the five-year museum is the only contemporary building in the historic center of the city. Nevertheless, the building designed by Richard Meier houses one of the greatest treasures of the Roman Empire, the Ara Pacis of Augustus or the altar of peace. The elaborate marble work shows scenes and historical images of people and deities.
Mercati di Traiano
Just a few steps from the Colosseum it is possible to explore the original version of an administrative office of the Romans and part of the great Imperial Forum. Today, the Trajan’s Markets museum presents a mixture of 2000-year-old artifacts and modern multimedia displays that explain the evolution of the area. Over the years it has served several purposes, including the function of fortress and military convent. In these days he continues to add to his repertoire hosting special events such as concerts and happy hours.
Parco della Musica
The Rome of the North welcomed this complex in 2002 and since then has brought the audience around, from classical music concerts to scientific symposia. The award-winning Italian architect Renzo Piano designed the space, which boasts three concert halls as well as a book store, a restaurant and an archaeological museum. The Parco della Musica calendar is usually full of events, but if you miss the opportunity to attend a show, sign up for one of the daily guided tours.
Church of God the Merciful Father
Rome has about 900 churches, but this breaks the mold with its dramatic curved façade that emulates the sails of a ship. The Vatican wanted something unconventional when it commissioned Richard Meier, the architect behind the controversial Ara Pacis Museum, to design a church for his 2000 Jubilee. Both a place of worship and a community center, the large light complex contrasts sharply with the monochrome buildings that surround it in the suburb of Tor Tre Teste.
Free museums
This wonderful city has many museums of all kinds. A wonderful initiative of the municipality are the 8 “small museums” of Rome with free admission: 8 municipal museums whose entrance is always free. Here is the list of museums that are part of the circuit:
- Giovanni Barraco ancient sculpture museum
- Museum of the Walls
- Villa of Maxentius
- Museum of the Roman Republic and the memory of Garibaldi
- Napoleonic Museum
- Carlo Bilotti Museum
- Stone Canonica Museum
- Casal de’Pazzi Museum
MUSEUMS FOR CHILDREN
Are the museums of the eternal city suitable for children? We suggest you explore the Children’s Museum in Rome, where they can have fun with experiments and games on everyday life; Technotown , a library of technological and scientific toys at Villa Torlonia, a medieval villa and finally Casina di Raffaello in the heart of Villa Borghese, a municipal recreation center for art and creativity.
Visit an indoor market. Some of Rome’s traditional food markets, such as Mercato San Cosimato or Campo de ‘Fiori, are set up outside in (usually) beautiful Roman fresh air. When it rains, the markets must go on! While it is entirely possible to challenge the elements to visit these open-air markets, it will probably be more convenient to shop and eat inside one of Rome’s covered markets. Try theEsquilino market , the Testaccio Market or the Triumphal Market. These authentic local markets will offer you a glimpse of Roman life without you having to get your feet wet.
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