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THE BEST CONCERTS IN ROME IN 2023

24 HOURS IN ROME FOR COUPLES AND FAMILIES

THE HISTORY OF ROME’S CARNIVAL

ROMANTIC VALENTINE’S DAY IDEAS

YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO ROME’S CULTURAL SCENE, EVENTS, AND LIFESTYLE

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04 24 HOURS IN ROME FOR COUPLES AND FAMILIES

10 BEST CONCERTS IN ROME IN 2023

18 VATICAN MUSEUMS GUIDE

22 THE STORY OF ROME’S CARNIVAL

26 GET OUT OF TOWN

30 VALENTINE’S DAY IDEAS

32 MUST SEE: CENTRALE MONTEMARTINI

REVIEWS

36 EATING

38 DRINKING

EVENTS

40 BEST OF

44 MUSIC

46 ART & CULT

48 THIS MONTH IN MUSEUMS

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52 BEST CONCERTS IN FLORENCE IN 2023

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24 HOURS IN ROME FOR COUPLES AND FAMILIES

How to see Rome in a day

The Eternal City wasn’t built in a day, so we never suggest only

spending one day in the city on your next Italian vacation. But, if

you’ve only got 24 hours, you can still taste authentic Roman living,

see some sights, and indulge in decadent eats that will make you

start planning your next trip before even leaving!

Enjoy our detailed itinerary for couples and families, and enjoy

what we think is the perfect day in Rome.

24 hours in Rome

for couples and families

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Itinerary for a couple

8:30 AM: The day will be jam packed, so after exiting the train station at

Roma Termini, we always recommend pausing for a sweet Italian breakfast.

When in Rome, do as the Romans do and head to Regoli for a steaming hot

cappuccino and maritozzo, a classic sweet bun spit open and topped with

whipped cream.

9:00 AM: Around the corner is Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore, one

of the four papal basilicas in the city. Take some time marveling at the marble

columns and gold covered ceiling that dates back to 432.

10:00 AM: Walk down via Cavour and cut through Monti for a taste of early

morning Roman life. This historic yet hipster district is lined

with quaint bars, picturesque vias, and one of a kind vintage

shops.

SHOPPING IN MONTI

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11:00 AM: A day in Rome wouldn’t be properly spent without visiting one

of its worldly attractions. So let’s visit the one that takes the

gold medal: the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Spend a

few hours wandering by yourself or participate in one of our

Colosseum tours.

COLOSSEUM TOURS

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1:00 PM: By now, it is lunchtime, so who is hungry? Head towards the

Jewish ghetto and snag a spot at Giggetto, a classic 3rd generational eatery

for some Roman fare. Save room for dessert because you absolutely cannot

leave this charming quartiere without a stop at Pasticceria Boccione for a

slice of cherry ricotta pie.

2:30 PM: After a leisurely lunch and an hour or so of rest, lace up your

walking shoes because we are headed to the center of town. Cut through

Campo de Fiori and catch a glimpse of the bustling market.

4:00 PM: Coffee and a gelato break, anyone? Around the corner from the

Pantheon is Giolitti. Established in 1900, this gelateria is arguably the city’s

most well-known gelateria that never disappoints.

4:30 PM: After a quick sweet pick-me-up, make your way towards Piazza

di Spagna and climb the stairs to the Pincio Terrace for a sweeping view of

Rome that is worth a thousand words.

6:00 PM: After a beautiful golden hour, walk along the river or hail a cab and

head towards Trastevere. Get lost amongst the color, noise, and graffiti that

make this neighbourhood unique. There are also great boutiques not to miss

out on!

7:00 PM: Enjoy aperitivo local style at Bar Calisto or at Cvlto. If wine is more

your style with an even more chill environment, try Enoteca

L’Antidoto or check out our list of bars in Trastevere.

BEST BARS IN TRASTEVERE

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8:00 PM: Every night can be a pizza night in Rome! There are a handful of

local joints along the streets but don’t fall victim to the tourist traps! Snag

a table at Ivo a Trastevere or Pizzeria Marmi for a real Roman Experience.

Before the main course, order a plate of fritti misti and a cold beer.

10:00 PM: On your way home, cross over Ponte Sisto and get lost in the

Vatican’s twinkly lights from a distance.

7:00 am: Wake up early and head to the Vatican before

leaving town! Prefer traveling in comfort? Discover our

transfer services.

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3:00 PM: The Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and the Trevi Fountain are all within

a short radius from one another. Pay a visit to all three, the crowds will surely

guide you, and don’t forget to make a wish by throwing a coin in the Trevi

Fountain!

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24 HOURS IN ROME FOR COUPLES AND FAMILIES 24 HOURS IN ROME FOR COUPLES AND FAMILIES

Itinerary for a family

9:00 AM: An early wake-up call requires caffeine and something sweet to

kick-start the day. Even if your kids don’t drink coffee, they can enjoy nutella

and jam filled pastries, fresh squeezed orange juice, and

other specialities which Italian kids indulge in each morning.

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10:00 AM: Turn a long walking tour into an adventure and discover the

Roman Hills with one of our private tours by golf cart. Discover

the legendary heroes and architectural innovations that made

Rome the capital of the greatest empire in the world.

3:00 PM: Take a stroll down Via del Corso, Rome’s shopping haven,

and browse amongst some independent designers and boutiques.

After a few purchases, hit Piazza di Spagna followed by Piazza del

Popolo, one of Rome’s largest urban squares with its symbolic twin

churches.

4:00 PM: If your family enjoys green space, above the piazza is Villa

Borghese, Rome’s third largest public landscaped park. There are

lakes, rides, a museum, and even a zoo!

5:00 PM: After much needed fresh air away from the hustle and

bustle, head towards Prati and climb through the city’s castle,

Castel Sant’angelo. Let the kids wander through while you enjoy

refreshments, a captivating sunset, and sweeping views at the top

of the castle.

GOLF CART TOUR

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1:00 PM: After a fun-filled adventure, it’s time to sit down at one of our

favorite pizzerias for a relaxing lunch. In the historic center try places like

Emma or Pizzeria da Baffetto or read our list of the top

pizzerie in the city.

BEST PIZZA IN ROME

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2:30 PM: After lunch and a bit of down time, make your way to the Trevi

fountain. Let the sounds of water and crowds guide you. Toss a coin, make a

wish, and then enjoy a gelato break afterwards!

6:00 PM: Overlooking the castle shines the Vatican City! Cruise

around St. Peter’s Square, or if the lines are short enough before

closing at 7:00, self-guide yourselves through St Peter’s Basilica.

7:30 PM: The day is almost over, but not until your family indulges

in some classic Roman cuisine: think carbonara, cacio e pepe,

and amatriciana. Some favorites include Armando al Pantheon, Da

Alfredo, or Da Gino al Parlamento. Tables fill up quickly, so be sure

to make a reservation!

9:00 PM: If you didn’t enjoy a tiramisu after dinner (which we

always recommend), head for another gelato before heading home

and parting ways with the Eternal City bright and early the next

morning.

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THE BEST

CONCERTS IN ROME

IN 2023


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Emily Rosu

Get ready for a year packed

with fun and exciting concerts

to look forward to! Rome is

the stage for you whether you

enjoy rock, punk, dance, folk,

or other genres. Choose one,

two, or more shows to add

that surprise element to your

holiday.

Here’s a list to help you

organize and make sure you

can attend the concerts you

want the most!

Eros Ramazzotti

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April 6-7, 2023

Palazzo dello sport

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A beloved artist in Italy

and around the world,

Eros Ramazzotti is a

show for all ages. A

setlist packed with hits

and anthems, pick the

date (or go to both),

and don’t miss out on a

special concert.

Stromae

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May 16, 2023

Palazzo dello sport

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Mixing soul to hiphop

with a touch of

electronic music,

Stromae is a full-blown

artist. As a french

superstar, his concert is

sure to be a whirlwind

of emotions.

Bruce

Springsteen

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May 21, 2023

Circo Massimo

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Only the Circo Massimo

is a fit arena for The

Boss to play in! A oncein-a-lifetime

concert,

Bruce Springsteen in

Rome is a must-see!

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Andrea Bocelli

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June 10, 2023

Terme di Caracalla

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Known worldwide for his grand voice and performances,

Andrea Bocelli playing in the magical setting of Terme di

Caracalla creates the most perfect show.

Vasco Rossi

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June 16-17, 2023

Stadio Olimpico

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The Italian rockstar, Vasco Rossi is the best concert to

inaugurate your summer. A true performer and rocker,

the concert will leave you feeling full of life.

The Lumineers

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June 26, 2023

Auditorium Parco della

Musica - Cavea

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We all remember The

Lumineer’s hit song “Ho

Hey” that populated our

radios in 2012. Now

that they’re touring, why

not attend the concert

and sing it along with

them?

Blanco

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July 4, 2023

Stadio Olimpico

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The artist that kept us

dancing and singing

with one hit after the

other, Blanco is a

definite must-see show.

Don’t forget to wear all

white!

Sigur Ròs

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July 9, 2023

Auditorium Parco della

Musica - Cavea

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Directly from Iceland,

Sigur Ròs is a rock

band that has kept

its audiences singing

and dancing since

1994. Rock out to the

Icelandic band and their

historic discography.

Tiziano Ferro

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June 24-25, 2023

Stadio Olimpico

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Perhaps one of the most known Italian songs is “Sere

Nere” by Tiziano Ferro. A chorus, that even just reading

the title, you can’t help but sing. His concert is sure to be

one where you won’t ever stop singing.

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Ultimo

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July 10, 2023

Stadio Olimpico

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His name translates to “last”, which is definitely the last

thing that he is on the billboards. A concert filled with

romantic melodies and lyrics, Ultimo could be a great

excuse to pop the question!

Depeche Mode

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July 12, 2023

Stadio Olimpico

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A band that made history, you either rock out to them

already or have yet to you must! A great concert to catch

if you’re traveling!

Sting

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July 14, 2023

Auditorium Parco della Musica - Cavea

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Ligabue

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July 14, 2023

Stadio Olimpico

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An artist who shaped

Italian culture, Ligabue

knows how to put on a

great show. The list of

number-one songs is

very long, meaning the

concert will be a nonstop

“in my feelings”

marathon!

Arctic Monkeys

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July 16, 2023

Ippodromo delle

Capanelle

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International superstar

rock band, Arctic

Monkeys, have taken

over the music scene

with their eclectic and

original rock music.

With a performance

that will leave you

speechless, this concert

is the one to go to.

Muse

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July 18, 2023

Stadio Olimpico

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Loud, rock, and

adrenaline are just

some of the terms

that describe a Muse

concert. Not to mention

fun, stellar, and

enveloping, Muse are

well-versed in the art of

performance.

Sting is a bucket-list show. A multi-talented artist,

the former lead singer of The Police is known for his

outstanding live performance and incredible voice.

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Maneskin

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July 20-21, 2023

Stadio Olimpico

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The group that has taken over the world with their

character and music, Maneskin plays in their hometown

of Rome. What will likely be an emotional show for the

group, will be an energentic and extraordinary concert

for the fans.

Imagine Dragons

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August 5, 2023

Circo Massimo

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The only date in Italy where the USA band will be seen

taking over Rome’s stage. What a show it will be to

watch Imagine Dragons perform at Circo Massimo! Get

ready to have Believer in your head all over again.

Gilberto Gil

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October 7, 2023

Auditorium Parco della Musica

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Considered to be one of the most important Brazilian

artists, Gilberto Gil is bringing his incredible music to

Rome. Get ready to sway to rock reggae with a hint of

samba.

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THE BEST THINGS TO SEE AND DO AT THE VATICAN MUSEUMS

The Best Things to See and Do

at the Vatican Museums

The Vatican Museums are one of the most important international museum

centres. Here you can admire some of the most prestigious historical collections

and some of the world’s masterpieces. Giotto, Raphael, Michelangelo, Caravaggio

and Leonardo are just some of the names in the Vatican. Here is a list of what you

mustn’t miss in the museum complex.

The Sistine Chapel

With frescoes unparalleled beauty, the Sistine

Chapel hosts some of the greatest painters,

such as Sandro Botticelli, Pietro Perugino,

Domenico Ghirlandaio and Cosimo Rosselli…

plus, the one and only Michelangelo Buonarroti,

who was commissioned to paint the vault giving

the place the highest form of artistic expression.

Raphael’s Rooms

The Raphael Rooms (le Stanze di Raffaello)

were part of the flat chosen by Pope Julius

II della Rovere as his residence and located

on the second floor of the Papal Palace. The

pictorial decoration of the Stanze was carried

out by Raphael Sanzio and his pupils. The

Stanze are: Hall of Constantine, Room of the

Segnatura, Heliodorus’ room and the Room of

the Fire in Borgo.

Room VIII

Room VIII, is one of the most significant rooms

of the Pinanoteca. The room is dedicated to

Raphael and houses three of the great artist’s

altarpieces and tapestries. A warm but soft light

illuminates the beauty, colors, and materials of

each of the works. It also creates an intimate

and welcoming environment where each visitor

is invited to pause in silence and meditation.

Read more at:

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Pinacoteca

Some masterpieces by the greatest artists

in the history of Italian painting are kept in

the Pinanoteca Vaticana, which houses a

collection of about 460 works, arranged

in eighteen rooms. The collection includes

masterpieces from Giottoo some of the

best artists of all times, from Giotto to

Beato Angelico, to Melozzo da Forlì to

Perugino, Raphael, Leonardo, Tiziano,

Veronese, Caravaggio and Crespi.

Gallery of Maps

One of the most evocative and original

sights to be found along the tour of the

Vatican Museums is the gallery of maps.

The Gallery was built between 1580

and 1585 and decorated with beautiful

frescoes depicting the maps of the regions

of Italy by Italian and Flemish artists.

The Borgia apartment and the

pontiff’s secret chambers

Among the rooms to visit in the Vatican

Palaces it is essential to include the sumptuous

decorative complex of the Borgia Apartment,

residence of Pope Alexander VI, painted by

Pinturicchio. The Borgia Apartment, which

occupies the entire first level of the Apostolic

Palace comprises six rooms of monumental

importance, currently housing part of the

Contemporary Art Collection of the Vatican

Museums.

The Collection of Modern and

Contemporary Art

Along an itinerary that winds its way from the

Borgia Apartment to the Sistine Chapel, visitors

can admire approximately 8,000 works of 19th

and 20th century Italian and international art.

These pieces are signed by some of the most

important artists of the time, including van

Gogh, Bacon, Chagall, Carrà, de Chirico, Manzù,

Capogrossi, Fontana, Burri and Matisse.

Bramante Staircase

The tour of the Vatican Museums concludes

by passing through the striking and original

monumental double spiral helical staircase

designed by the Italian architect and engineer

Giuseppe Momo.

The Vatican gardens

The Vatican Gardens are a green oasis of peace

and tranquillity within the Vatican City. Currently,

they extend from the south to the north-west of

the city and occupy an area of approximately

23 hectares. Inside they are divided by zones,

and contain buildings, fountains, statues and

temples, some of which were designed by

famous artists and architects such as Donato

Bramante and Pirro Ligorio.

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CARNEVALE ROMANO: THE STORY OF ROME’S CARNIVAL

Origins of Roman Carnival

Carnevale Romano:

The Story of Rome’s Carnival

From Saturnalia to Rome’s Carnevale Today

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Sonja Anderson

Saturnalia suspended work and business, temporarily

“freed” slaves, and eased moral restrictions. Saturn

was the Roman god of agriculture, and the festivities

honoring him involved decorative masks, rituals and

drunken parties.

The festival was adopted in the age of Catholicism

with a few adaptations. As early as 1143 AD, the Pope

held ceremonies in today’s Testaccio neighborhood

of Rome. These included jousting, duels, and hunting.

However, it wasn’t until Pope Paul II came to power and

relocated his residence to Piazza Venezia that Carnevale

truly took off. The Carnival festivities moved there with him,

making Via Lata (now Via del Corso) a natural setting for the most

anticipated events of the Carnival: the Inaugural Parade and the Race of the Barbary Horses.

Via del Corso: track of the Berber horse race

Carnival is celebrated all around the world, but like “all

roads,” it likely has roots in Rome. Now a Roman Catholic

celebration, Carnival takes place in the days before Lent, the

40-day period in which Catholics abstain from a chosen vice

(the word Carnevale comes from carnovale, which means

“removal of meat”). However, Carnival probably started as

the pagan Saturnalia festival of ancient Rome.

Via del Corso was the central racetrack of Carnival. The races started in Piazza del Popolo

and stretched down Via del Corso, ending at Piazza Venezia. There were races for children,

elderly people, donkeys and buffaloes. One pope, Alexander VI Borgia, even introduced a race

of prostitutes in 1501. Of all the competitions, the Barbary horses created the most chaos. La

Corsa dei Berberi, “The race of the Berbers,” focused on a specific breed, known as the Berber

horse, or Barb horse, which was bred prolifically in ancient Rome for its strength, stamina and

speed. Those qualities made the animals the ideal chariot horses for competitors in Circus

Maximus. Their reputation carried on into the Roman Catholic Carnival.

Noble families contributed male Berber horses to participate in the race and braided colorful

ribbons into their manes. Spectators gathered at Piazza del Popolo to watch the preparation of

the horses and make wagers. Uninhibited by riders, the horses galloped about a mile, finishing

in Piazza Venezia, where the owners of the winning horse were presented with a decorative

saddle.

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CARNEVALE ROMANO: THE STORY OF ROME’S CARNIVAL

Modern celebrations of Carnival across Italy

The equine race was abolished in 1874 by King Vittorio Emanuele II after a lethal accident,

and since then, Rome’s Carnival festivities have gone mostly dormant. The spirit of the

carnival, however, survives today through special celebrations such as those organised by

cultural associations like “Il Carnevale Romano Storico”. This association operates in the fields

of cultural promotion and strives to preserve the tradition of the Roman Carnival.

Due to the pandemic, the last celebration of Carnival was held three years ago, but the

celebrations organized in previous years have included theater performances, historical

reenactments, the famous equestrian parade, fireworks, street art performances, concerts,

and masquerade balls.

The modern carnival has even included the famous Candles Feast or “Festa dei moccoletti”,

a group game which used to conclude the Roman Catholic Carnival. The feast took place

at sunset on the evening of Mardì Gras. Participants wore decorative masks and carried

a lit candle or a lantern, trying to maintain their flame while simultaneously attempting to

extinguish other participant’s lanterns. If your flame went out, you were forced to take off your

mask. Today in Rome, you might see some costumed and masked characters around Piazza

Navona and Via del Corso, but the holiday is mostly celebrated by children in school. Shrove

Tuesday, or Martedì Grasso, falls on February 21 this year, so look out for Carnival festivities

leading up to that date. Try popular Carnival foods like castagnole, the famous sugar-coated

fried dough balls, or snack on frappe, which are crunchy strips of fried dough dusted with

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The best cities in Italy

for Carnevale

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Elisa Fernandez-Arias

February … it’s that time of the year

where everyone is wearing masks,

dressed to the nines, celebrating an old

Italian tradition: Carnevale. Rome,

unfortunately, doesn’t have the best Carnevale

scene, but there are plenty of other

places that do.

Venice

a 1 4 – 21 February

Venice is the first place we think

of when we think of Carnevale.

Situated in the northeast of Italy,

this dreamlike city is made up of

117 islands that are connected by

bridges that cross canals. The effect?

Moonlight reflecting on the water.

Fog rising in the night that gives the

streetlights halos. Slip on your mask

and into a gown, attend a grand ball,

and walk through the ornate streets

at night, carousing with strangers

and friends.

THE BEST CITIES IN ITALY FOR CARNEVALE

Ivrea

a 1 16 – 21 February

For a historical Carnival experience, head

to Ivrea, a town near Turin in northern

Italy. Don’t miss the Battle of the Oranges,

a historically-themed spectacle depicting

the liberation of the town’s people from

a tyrant king a thousand years ago. In

addition to this spectacle, which any

history buff would appreciate, there are

historical costumed characters throughout

the city and crowds wearing Phrygian

caps, representing freedom. Other events

are children’s parties and gala balls

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THE BEST CITIES IN ITALY FOR CARNEVALE

Putignano

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Acireale

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4 – 21 February

The city of Acireale hosts what has been voted the most

beautiful carnival in Sicily, and there is a reason for this.

Acireale boasts one of the oldest carnival traditions on the

island, with papier-mâché floats using a combination of lights,

flowers and hydraulic systems. If you want to be amazed by

endless beauty, not only of the floats but also of the island itself,

this is the place to be. Some events: musical performances, street

performers (e.g. magicians and acrobats).

4,12,19,21,25 February

In Putignano (Apulia) the celebrations seem never-ending!

Four parades, with not only the typical papier-mâché

floats but also masked dancers. The different historical

social classes are represented in and protagonists of

the festivities: clerics, priests, widowers, young savages,

married women and married men... at the end of the

celebrations, fake priests run around the city shouting

‘Carnival is dead!’. Some events: visits to wine cellars,

readings of poetic satire, art exhibitions.

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Viareggio

a 1 4,16,19,21, 25 February

Viareggio is a colourful seaside town, which means that the

Carnival celebrations take place right on its shores. Most

famous is the parade of papier-mâché floats; but this is just

one of the many activities that take place over the course of a

month, including night festivals, fireworks displays and cultural,

artistic and gastronomic events.

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Valentine’s Day Ideas

That’ll Impress Your Date

Valentine’s day is at the doors and many of us are still trying to figure

out what to do. But we live in the mecca of love… so give one of these a

try, it can’t be too hard to impress your date.

A romantic dinner

The Roman restaurant scene has prepared some special

menus for Valentine’s Day 2023.

Riccardo Loreni, the chef of Cuoco e Camicia in Monti,

has created a “Fish and Chili” tasting menu in which each

fish dish is paired with a different chili pepper (€70).

Aqualunae Bistrot is also not to be missed, with its chef,

Emanuele Paoloni, who will dedicate Valentine’s Day to a tasting

menu to be enjoyed inside the bistro (€83, plus wine pairing €29).

At the iconic Eden Hotel, the Executive Chef Fabio Ciervo has created two ad hoc

menus for the 1-star Michelin restaurant La Terrazza (€300) and a more casual proposal for

the Giardino restaurant (€180).

Chef Davide Cianetti of Numa al Circo restaurant has created a seafood menu for

Valentine’s Day (€60).

Inside The Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel, Idylio by Apreda is ready to make a lovers’ day

special with an elegant 6-course dinner (€180).

The Les Étoiles Terrace offers a Valentine’s Day dinner (€150) and an aperitif menu (€60)

to pair with the amazing view of St. Peter’s.

If you are looking to have a VIP experience, book your dinner at the 3-star Michelin restaurant

La Pergola, directed by Chef Heinz Beck, with the special menu created for Valentine’s Day

and accompanied by live music (€650).

At Eataly’s Terra restaurant, there is a four-course menu designed specifically for the occasion

(€ 50). Additionally, on the first floor, Eataly’s Pizza and Cucina restaurant offers two

different special menus – a pasta menu (€30) and a pizza menu (€28). And if you want to

have a relaxing Saint Valentine’s dinner at home, Eataly Roma’s chefs have a special takeaway

just for you: a Valentine’s box with an all-fish menu for an evening to remember (€35).

A luxury staycation

5 VALENTINE’S DAY IDEAS THAT’LL IMPRESS YOUR DATE

Pamper each other in a Spa

Enjoy some relaxation with your partner by enjoying a thermal

treatment together. AcquaMadre Hammam is the perfect

place to cleanse the body through a series of massages and

treatments. A beautiful location in the heart of Rome, that recalls

the beauty of ancient roman baths.

For couples who love wellness, Le Caveau by Gili spa

at the Aleph Hotel has thought of an unforgettable journey

combining relaxation and beauty, with a 90-minute couples

treatment with a massage followed by a lifting treatment. Afterwards,

guests can enjoy an intense relaxation amidst a hammam, a sauna and

a comfortable whirlpool bath exclusively for them.

The Cavalieri Grand Spa Club offers exclusive promotions to share with a loved one: 50%

discount on the second Spa treatment, 50% discount on the second training session with their

personal trainers and 40% discount on the purchase of a second product.

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, why not book a romantic

staycation at one of Rome’s luxury hotels?

The Parco dei Principi is hosting a “Valentine’s Day”

romantic package where couples can enjoy a one

night stay with breakfast, access to the luxurious

Prince Spa, and one candlelit dinner at the gourmet

Pauline Borghese Restaurant (from €510).

If you are looking for a truly unique experience, at

the Rome Cavalieri you can enjoy many outdoor

activities such as: tandem parachuting with photo and video

reportage, synchronized paragliding for couples and even

a private helicopter tour over Rome! Experiences start from

€350 per couple, special room rates from €300.

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MUSTSEE

Centrale Montemartini

Ancient artworks on display at Rome’s industrial space

Via Ostiense, 106 (Ostiense)

Tue–Sun 9am – 7pm

Entry fee: €9–11

centralemontemartini.org

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MUSTSEE: CENTRALE MONTEMARINI

curation initially comes as a surprise, it is nevertheless a nice one. The marble statue steals

the show, as soft lights flatter each fine detail of the veiled body while the dark machinery

behind creates a strong contrasting backdrop. To avoid losing the art’s voice to the factory’s

atmosphere, the figure is placed front and center on a high pedestal, demanding the attention

that a Greek goddess of beauty deserves.

The papal train that was built for Pope Pius IX in 1858 can be found in one of the two boiler

rooms on the ground floor. The other boiler room now tells the story of the late 19th-century

urban transformation and the 20th-century Fascist period, using informational panels. The

machinery on this floor literally fills the time gap between these two movements in Rome’s

history, as the plant was opened by The Municipal Electric Company, now Acea, in 1912

and later closed in the mid-1960s. Between each panel is a piece from the “From Myth to

Miracle” collection, displaying Roman Sarcophagi and engraved artifacts that were meant to

give positive portrayals of the afterlife. It is safe to say that the resurrection theme on this floor

speaks to both the art and the old plant.

On the second floor are two diesel engines that were installed under Mussolini. Today, these

machines create a wide aisle for displaying replica sculptures of original Greek works next to

copies that were slightly altered to please traditional Roman style. While it may seem unlikely

for such a museum to obtain a minimalist style, Centrale Montemartini puts effort into leaving

the walls empty and the rooms open, allowing two worlds to flatter one another. While the

large engines give the space its grandeur, the art adds warmth and color to the cold tones, so

that with each turn you can appreciate both elements of the museum.

Aside from the fixed art, the museum also hosts a number of different exhibitions throughout

the year. Until March 2023, the exhibition “The Colors of the Romans. Romani. Mosaics From

The Capitoline Collections” will be presenting a wide selection of mosaics, masterpieces of the

Capitoline collections which are not well known by the general public.

At Centrale Montemartini,

sparks fly between

classical art and industrial

archaeology, putting

energy back into Rome’s

first electrical plant. While

much of the industrial

area of Ostiense remains

abandoned today, Centrale

Montemartini stands

as a perfect example of

upcycling.

Originally, a temporary

exhibition titled “The

Machines and the Gods”

was created in the old

electrical plant to make

room for new pieces in other

museums, such as Museo

Nuovo. Later, it was decided

that the building would

become a permanent home

for a variety of classical

sculptures.

Standing tall in front of

an old water extraction

pump is a replica of

Callimachus’ 5th century

B.C. Aphrodite sculpture.

Although the unconventional

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Food And Wine Retreats For Country

Lovers: Eat At Castelli Romani

Discover a Picturesque Landscape Amidst Hill Towns,

Old Castles and Lakes in Rome’s Wine Country

Prices:

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Day tours begin at $60.00 USD

Week long retreat $2,250.00

for single occupancy

(double room with private bath)

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Contacts:

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info@eatcastelliromani.com

eatcastelliromani.com

Castelli. Luca was born in the area, in the

town of Ariccia (famous for the porchetta!),

and after travelling across Europe and the

USA, he returned to his homeland with the

idea of bringing people together through

food. Here he met

Karla, a young American

girl, who got to Italy at

18 on a study-abroad

program and never left.

This happened 15 years

ago and the couple is

still going strong today,

building a family – with

a 2-year-old boy, many

cats and many dogs –

and a family business:

spoiling foodies and

wine-lovers from all over with a marvellous

land and experience.

Their retreats consist of taking relatively

small groups of people, (approximately 10)

to maintain intimacy and facilitate sociality,

to different food and wine locations around

the Castelli for a week. These locations

include restaurants, agriturismi, vineyards

where visitors get to enjoy multi-sensory

experiences, through gorgeous views, the

EAT AT CASTELLI ROMANI

peace and quiet of the countryside, and

some of the best flavours in Italy. The Eat

at Castelli Romani tours also entail the

possibility to learn, through cooking classes,

guided wine tastings, street food strolls, local

food market visits, meetings

with local producers and

artisans and more. In short,

Karla and Luca offer an

alternative to the tourist-filled

streets of the Italian capital,

a break from ancient ruins

and Roman history, and bring

travellers to explore the many

ordinary and millenary stories

that colour the contours

of the Eternal City. This is

the perfect tour for those

who want to discover something new, for

those who are in Italy because they like to

eat and drink well, who love the serenity of

the countryside and who want to meet new

people from all over the world in an intimate,

familiar and objectively stunning setting.

Hurry up and book yourselves a retreat –

Karla and Luca organise four week long

tours a year, while their day tours run most

of the year.

Very few of the billions of tourists who visit Rome every year are told that the beauty of this

place expands beyond the city limits. Only true Romans are aware of the treasures and secrets

of their Lazio, a land rich in ancient traditions and cultures, culinary delicacies and breathtaking

landscapes. Eat at Castelli Romani is a new tour experience that opens a window onto

this uncharted world through food and wine retreats.

The idea was born out of Karla and Luca’s love, that which they feel for each other and for the

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EATING

EATING

IL MARCHESE

Via di Ripetta, 162 (centro storico)

Daily 12am – 11pm

06.90218872

ilmarcheseroma.it

ilmarcheseroma

Il Marchese unites the best of two worlds: the elegance of

a French bar with salon accents and intricate chandeliers

within the coziness of a Roman trattoria. Dine directly at

the kitchen counter or in one of the wooden tables while

enjoying Chef’s Roman dishes and homemade pasta.

What to order? With Chef Daniele Roppo, you’re sure

to have a fantastic dining experience. Authentic cuisine

that has never heard of a ‘half-portion’, delicious meat

and seafood specialities, and main courses marinated in

distilled and bitter bases is what awaits you.

As a starter we suggest the fried green tomato with

buffalo mozzarella and basil mayonnaise. So yummy!

For mains you can try the Linguine con ricciola, pesto

di rucola e limone candito or always stick with the well

loved classic, the iconic La carbonara del Marchese. The

guanciale is crispy, the pasta is homemade and al dente,

and the sauce perfectly creamy. Then try the galletto alla diavola or the Roman-style veal fillet

topped with prosciutto and sage. If you fancy fish, the Tonno rosso alla cacciatora or the sweet

and sour cod fish served with raspberries and vegetables in season.

Il Marchese is a delightful place that is not only culinary heaven but quenches your thirst. It

doubles as a lovely cocktail bar, and the first Amaro Bar of Europe - its menu has more than

six hundred kinds of bitters. Either post dinner, or as an aperitivo, enjoy one of their signature

drinks, all a blend of carefully selected fine ingredients with various textures and extraordinary

compositions of aromas and tastes - each of them unique, each worth every sip.

ÉCRU RAW FOOD RESTAURANT

A PLACE TO EAT HEALTHY, TO EAT WELL AND TO EAT NATURAL

Via Acciaoli, 13 (Centro Storico)

Thurs-Mon 10am-10pm

+39 06.68804282

ecrurawfood.it

ecruroma

Raw food, explains Katia, founder, chef and director of

Écru, is energising and rich in protein, environmentally

friendly and suitable for coeliacs, vegans and lactose

intolerant people, as well as creative, full of intense

flavours and colourful dishes that everyone can enjoy.

Raw cooking leaves the nutritional qualities of food

unaltered; its techniques do not involve the use of

fires and cookers, but alternatives methods, such as

fermenting, marinating, a process called ‘massaging the

vegetables’, which serves to soften the fibres, giving a

cooked feel to the product without it actually being cooked (!), and dehydration.

With these techniques, Katia and her staff prepare both savoury and sweet dishes: breads,

crepes, salads, sandwiches, tartare, sushi, vegetable purées, fermented cheeses made from

dried fruit and more.

The restaurant is open from morning till evening, the menu is a la carte and offers the

possibility to eat anything at any time, thanks to a kind of eternal brunch; you can have

breakfast at dinner time, with a bowl of fruit and muesli, have lunch for breakfast with one of

their salads or sushi, and enjoy a sweet snack at lunch time.

Écru is a place we recommend to Romans, vegans and all passers-by who want to taste the

products of the Italian land, in their full potential. In addition to their dishes, you can taste

some of their delicious natural wines, buy some of their products or participate in their raw

food cooking classes.

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DRINKING

DRINKING

VINO

& VINILI

ALEXANDERPLATZ

JAZZ CLUB

CHARITY CAFÉ

BUKOWSKI’S BAR

CONVENTICOLA

DEGLI ULTRAMODERNI

Via del Pellegrino, 77 (Campo de’ Fiori)

Daily 12pm- 1am

06 8892 1096

vinoeviniliroma

Via Ostia, 9 (Prati)

Daily 8.30pm – 1.30am

Concerts begin at 9.30pm

06.83775604 – +39 3755340612

alexanderplatz@gmail.com

Alexander.platz.37

alexanderplatzjazz.com

Via Panisperna, 68 (Monti)

Tue – Sun 7pm-2am

06.47825881

charitycafe.it

Via del Ombrellari, 25 (Prati/Borgo)

Tue-Sun 12pm-2am

06.6476 0105

BukowskisBarRoma

Via Di Porta Labicana, 32 (San

Lorenzo) Thur-Sun 9.30pm-4am

349.672.6683 – 340.7996017

laconventicoladegliultramoderni

Charity Cafe, with its fully Vintage finds, bohemian The Conventicola is a

stocked bar specializing Roman style décor, a library Burlesque Club, a space

in whiskey, rum and killer of books and pop culture that allows for the strongest

One can easily think that enotecas are dusty places Just a few streets away from

shaken concoctions, is the references will certainly underground artists to take

where you get in, select your bottle from a million the Ottaviano metro sits Rome’s

jazz and blues aficionado’s appeal to your senses. Odes the stage and perform

labels, trying with little success to understand the oldest jazz club, Alexanderplatz,

dream. It’s gritty New York to Fellini, Bukowski and their art. Hosting about

difference between one grapevine and another, and a down to earth venue which

and Roman elegance fused even Star Wars, are carefully a dozen, vastly different

simply get on your way to enjoy wine at home. wouldn’t be out of place in

together with music nights placed throughout while artists each night, along with

Forget all of this. At Vino & Vinili, even the simple act of the mecca of Jazz: Greenwich

oozing from Chicago blues to showcasing their grace. the occasional burlesque

choosing wine can become an experience. Those who Village, NYC. Alexanderplatz is

jazz Harlem standards. 60s For entrées one might get performance, this venue is

step into Beppe’s and Federico’s wine shop in Via del underground, figuratively as a

and 70s Classic Rock, Soul prosciutto and hummus, go like nowhere else in Rome.

Pellegrino, just 5 minutes away from Piazza Navona haven to an underground musical

and Folk every Tuesday with for a sandwich, their special At Conventicola you’ll get the

and Campo de’ Fiori, are looking for something more genre which has thrived here over

Andy’s Corner; Blues Night tartares, or an especially change to listen to the best

than just a bottle. They have a cosy, social space where the last thirty years. Many of the

on Wednesday; Jazz Voice gracious list of salads. The swing musicians of today’s

you can play your favourite records on the vinyl and most prominent jazz, blues, soul,

on Thursday; Jazz Night on highlight? Bukowski Bar scene, admire burlesque

find out more about family-run Italian wineries. music artists have performed

Friday, and a groovy Blues offers twelve different kinds performances from every

While the music selection includes 70s and 80s here, including Wynton Marsalis,

Night on Saturday, all starting of spritz! And wine lovers, corner of the world, and

icons such as David Bowie, Bruce Springsteen, 883 Brad Meldhau, Freddy Cole,

at 10 pm! On Sunday there go for the good stuff with attend exhibitions of unique

and much more, the wines are carefully selected by Stefano Bollani, Steve Coleman

is live music with an aperitivo Bukowski’s wine selection of and histrionic personalities.

the owners, who often find themselves travelling to and many more. Founded in

(6.30pm – 9pm) with snacks, Italy’s tastiest.

Don’t miss it!

the most remote countryside villages just to find the 1984 by Giampiero Rubei,

appetizers and drinks

perfect grapes.

Alexanderplatz hosts live concerts

included in your price.

from 9.30pm (doors open at

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FEBRUARY EVENTS

ART&CULT | MOVIE | NIGHTLIFE | MUSIC | EXHIBITION | SPORT | TASTING

EVENTS

ART | MOVIE | NIGHTLIFE | MUSIC

EQUILIBRIO DANCE FESTIVAL

DANCE

7-25 February

Auditorium Parco della Musica

Viale Pietro De Coubertin, 30

auditorium.com

Rome is ready to host the 17th edition of Equilibrio, the festival dedicated to contemporary dance

and choreographers. The Equilibrio festival 2023 will feature 11 big events, 15 choreographers,

4 Italian premieres, 1 world premiere, two performances for families and a Night at the Theatre

for children, as well as screenings and meetings, at Auditorium Parco della Musica, Teatro

Argentina and Teatro Palladium.

--------------------------------------- PROGRAM ---------------------------------------

7 February - Auditorium

Alessandro Sciarroni |

Accademia Nazionale Di Danza


A. Barton, S.L. Cherkaoui, S.

Eyal, M. Goecke, M. Mourau,

H. Shechter, S. Waltz –

Gauthier Dance | 7 Sins


Virgilio Sieni | Le Tue Labbra

Sul Cantico Dei Cantici

10 February – Teatro

Palladium

Virgilio Sieni | Satiri


Cristiano Leone | Radix I-II-III


Michele Di Stefano| Bayadere |

Il Regno Delle Ombre

16-17-18-19 February –

Teatro Argentina

Dimitris Papaioannou | Ink

18 February

Ambra Senatore, Marc Lacourt

| Giro Di Pista

20 February

Angelin Preljocac | Hendrix –

Deleuze

22 February

Oliver Dubois | Tragedie

25 February

Matteo Maffesanti | Will You

Still Love Me Tomorrow?

25 February

Alessandro Sciarroni | Ballet

De L’opera De Lyon – The

Collection

ALTAROMA

FASHION

31 January - 2 February

Pratibus District

Viale Angelico, 52

altaroma.it

Altaroma officially kicks off on January 31th,

and it will be hosted inside the Pratibus

District. A three-day talk, fashion shows,

performances, and meetings to learn about

the fashion of tomorrow. As in every edition,

Altaroma is committed to highlighting Made in

Italy brands, designers and small companies

through the “Showcase Rome” project: an

unconventional fair where young brands meet

new buyers and trade press. The event will be

also available on the Digital Runway platform

(digitalrunway.altaroma.it).

SIX NATIONS RUGBY

CHAMPIONSHIP IN ROME

SPORT

February 5 at 4pm

February 25 at 3.15pm

Stadio Olimpico, Viale dei Gladiatori (Flaminio)

sixnationsrugby.com

The 24rd annual RBS 6 Nations Rugby

Championship will commence in February

2023. Six elite rugby nations – Italy, England,

Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and France – will

go head-to-head in this hundred year old

tradition, and just like the Ancient Romans,

these rugby warriors will be fighting to the

death, or rather to the trophy. Italy will host

three squads at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico this

2023: France on February 5th, Ireland on

February 25th, and Wales on March 11th.

Watch the players roar, claw, and run to

victory. Be prepared for fans to swarm into

pubs after the games for the legendary “third

half,” known to be a time of copious drinking

and celebration of rugby, no matter which

team won or lost.

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EVENTS

ART | MOVIE | NIGHTLIFE | MUSIC

TEATRO DELL’OPERA

BALLET/OPERA

Teatro dell’Opera di Roma

Piazza Beniamino Gigli, 1

operaroma.it

Enjoy the Teatro dell’Opera season with

wonderful operas and ballets. Till February

12th, catch the Aida, an opera in four acts

by Giuseppe Verdi. Set in the Old Kingdom

of Egypt, it was commissioned by Cairo’s

Khedivial Opera House and had its première

there on 24 December 1871. From February

25th, enjoy La Bayadère, a ballet in three acts

with music of Ludwig Minkus. The Requiem

concert, with conductor Michele Mariotti and

music by Giuseppe Verdi, will be staged on

Feb. 15.

HAMBURGER FESTIVAL

AT EATALY

TASTING

24-26 February & 3-5 March

Eataly – Piazzale XII Ottobre 1492 (Ostiense)

Fri: 7-12pm| Sat: 12am-4pm & 7-12pm|

Sun: 12am-4pm & 6-12pm

Eataly.net

In late February and early March 2023, the

Hamburger Festival returns to Eataly. For the

first time, Eataly will host the Festival over

the course of two weekends, to celebrate

the iconic street food dish. The Hamburger

will be proposed in a multitude of variations

and recipes made with carefully chosen raw

materials of the highest quality, including

a selection of meat such as Fassona

Piemontese, Chianina and others. There

will be no shortage of tasty street food to

complete the rich gastronomic offerings,

paired with a wide selection of craft beers.

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Best Concerts in Rome

in February 2023

J. Williams and H.

Zimmer - Hollywood

Symphony Orchestra

When: February 2

Where: Auditorium Parco della Musica

(Viale Pietro de Coubertin, 30)

Tickets: from €55

Pink Floyd Legend

When: February 3

Where: Auditorium Parco della Musica


Tickets: from €30

Achille Lauro

When: February 17

Where: Auditorium Parco Della Musica


Tickets: from €49

Timber Timbre

When: February 22

Where: Monk Club

(Via Giuseppe Mirri, 35)

Tickets: €15

Philip Glass

When: February 11

Where: Teatro Ghione ù

(Via delle Fornaci, 37)

Tickets: from €29.90

Jethro Tull

When: February 12



Tickets: from €28.70

Dirty Honey

When: February 15

Where: Monk Club

(Via Giuseppe Mirri, 35)

Tickets: €20.70

Evgeny Kissin

When: February 22



Tickets: from €30

James Senese

When: February 22



Tickets: from €25

The Musical Box

performs Genesis

When: February 28



Tickets: €36

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ART &

CULT

p

Paola Morotti

SCUDERIE DEL QUIRINALE

Until April 10

Mon-Sun 10am – 8pm

Tickets: Full 15€ – Reduced 13€

scuderiequirinale.it

ARTE LIBERATA 1937-1947:

MASTERPIECES SAVED FROM WAR

Until 10 April 2023, the Scuderie del Quirinale in Rome presents the exhibition ARTE LIBERATA

1937-1947 Masterpieces saved from war.

The collection, distributed in ten exposition halls, is made of more than one hundred

masterpieces saved in the period between the two World Wars and, through a collaborative

effort of more than forty museums and institutes, it brings together an extensive documentary,

photographic and audio panorama.

At the centre of the project is the idea of paying a tribute to all those men and women who,

despite all the logistic challenges, in the dramatic contingency of war, interpreted their

profession in the name of a common interest, aware of the universality of our heritage to be

saved.

Starting from the first floor of the museum,

the narrative is articulated into three strands,

displaying statues, oil paintings, period

photographic images and recordings. Right

from the beginning, visitors are invited to take

a step into the past to understand the historic

work of saving Italian works of art from the

dangers of the second World War.

The first thread– Forced exports and the art

market – refers to the alteration suffered by

the art market in the aftermath of the signing

of the Rome-Berlin axis (1936).

The second core – Movements and recoveries

– refers to 1939, when, with Hitler’s invasion

of Poland, Minister of Education Giuseppe

Bottai set in motion the operations to secure

the cultural heritage, with the consequent

elaboration of the plan to move works of art.

The third and final strand – the end of the

conflict and the restitutions – considers the

missions for the recovery and preservation of

stolen works at the end of the war.

ART & CULT

While walking through the gallery space, don’t miss out on some works of the highest artistic

value that have fortunately survived:

• Titian Vecellio’s Danae, from the National Museum of Capodimonte (Naples). Visitors can

find the famous painting in the last hall;

• Santa Palazia by Giovan Francesco Barbieri known as Guercino;

• The Madonna of Senigallia’s oil painting by Piero della Francesca;

• The famous portraits of the literate Alessandro Manzoni by Francesco Hayez, one of the

leading artists of Romanticism in mid-19th-century Milan;

• Henry VIII by Hans Holbein the Younger, German-Swiss painter and printmaker,

considered one of the greatest portraitists of the 16th century;

• The magnificent wooden globe by the cartographer Vincenzo Maria Coronelli from

Montecassino’s National Museum Public Library.

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THIS MONTH IN

MUSEUMS

ARA PACIS

Lungotevere in Augusta

Metro Flaminio

4 LUCIO DALLA. ANCHE SE IL

TEMPO PASSA.

a 1 TILL 5 FEBRUARY

c Everyday 9.30am-7.30pm

€ entry fee €11-13

i arapacis.it

CIRCO MASSIMO

Viale Aventino

Metro Circo Massimo

4 CIRCO MAXIMO

EXPERIENCE

c Tue-Sun 10am-4pm


i circomaximoexperience.it/en/

COLOSSEO

Piazza del Colosseo

Metro Colosseo

4 IL VIAGGIO DI ENEA. DA

TROIA A ROMA

TILL 10 APRIL

c Everyday 9am-4pm

€ Entry to the exhibition is

included in the Colosseum

tickets

i parcocolosseo.it

CENTRALE

MONTEMARTINI

CINECITTA’ STUDIOS

Via Tuscolana 1055

Metro Cinecittà

4 CINECITTA’ SHOWS OFF

c Everyday except Tuesday

10am-6pm

€ entry fee €7-15 (exhibition +

outdoor set visit)

i cinecittasimostra.it

FRENCH ACADEMY IN

ROME. VILLA MEDICI

GALLERIA NAZIONALE

D’ARTE ANTICA -

PALAZZO BARBERINI

Via delle Quattro Fontane, 13

Metro Barberini

4 PIER PAOLO PASOLINI

TUTTO È SANTO. THE SEER

BODY

a 1 TILL 12 FEBRUARY

c Tue-Sun 10am-7pm

€ entry fee €12

i barberinicorsini.org

GALLERIA NAZIONALE

D’ARTE MODERNA E

CONTEMPORANEA

Viale delle Belle Arti, 131

Metro Flaminio

4 TIME IS OUT OF JOINT

c Tue-Sun 9am-7pm


i lagallerianazionale.com

a 1

Via Ostiense, 106

Viale Trinità dei Monti, 1

GALLERIA D’ARTE

Metro Piramide

Metro Spagna. Bus 117 from

MODERNA DI ROMA

Termini Station

CAPITALE

4 HOT SPOT – CARING FOR

Via Francesco Crispi, 24

A BURNING WORLD

Metro Barberini


c Tue-Sun 9am-7pm


i lagallerianazionale.com

4 COLOURS OF THE

ROMANS. MOSAICS 4 COLLECTION – 150

FROM THE CAPITOLINE

a COLLECTIONS

PHOTOGRAPHS

FROM THE BACHELOT

1 TILL 12 MARCH

COLLECTION

4 PASOLINI PITTORE

c Tue-Sun 9am-7pm a

€

1 TILL 15 JANUARY

a 1 TILL 16 APRIL

Entry fee €9-10 c Mon-Sun 10.30am-7pm

c Tue-Sun 10am-6.30pm

i centralemontemartini.org

€ entry fee €6,5-7,5

galleriaartemodernaroma.it

€

i

Via Nizza, 138

4

a

c

1

10am-7pm

€ i

DIEGO PERRONE

TILL 19 FEBRUARY

Tue-Fri 12pm-7pm; Sat-Sun

free entrance

museomacro.it

(closed on Tuesday)

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MATTATOIO ROMA

Piazza Orazio Giustiniani, 4

Metro Piramide

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Via Guido Reni, 4/a

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MUSEI CAPITOLINI

Piazza del Campidoglio, 1

Metro Colosseo

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ODIO E AMORE

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PALAZZO BRASCHI

Via del Corso, 320

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4 QUOTIDIANA

Till 3 SEPTEMBER 2023

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FEBRUARY 2023

FEBRUARY 2023

FLORENCE

THE BEST

CONCERTS IN FLORENCE

IN 2023

THE BEST CONCERTS IN FLORENCE IN 2023

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Beatrice Tura

2023 has a lot to offer on the

live music scene. And lucky

for you, we have prepared a

selection of the best singers

and bands of different styles

and genres who will be taking

the stages in Florence. You

just have to choose your

favourites and get your

tickets in time before they sell

out!

Måneskin

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March 20, 2023

Nelson Mandela Forum

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An Italian rock band that

became famous after

their appearance on

the X-Factor in 2017.

Maneskin has sold over

one million records

in Italy already and

ensured international

fame after winning the

Eurovision Song Contest

in 2021. The show they

will put on promises to

be something out-ofthis-world.

Ermal Meta

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March 23-24, 2023

Tuscany Hall

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Ermal Meta is an

Albanian-Italian

singer-songwriter,

composer and multiinstrumentalist.

Meta

has distinguished

himself over time with

modern pop and pop

rock sounds influenced

by alternative rock and

indie rock.

Coma Cose

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March 26, 2023

Viper Theatre

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Coma Cose is a unique

duo in Italian music

composed of Fausto

Lama and California.

It was born in 2016

thanks to a disarming

sincerity and irony,

conveyed by California’s

subtle voice and

Fausto’s wordplay.

Pleasant, light and

yet profound songs

with indie pop-hip hop

sounds.

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Max Pezzali

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April 1, 2023


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Max Pezzali is one of the most popular singer-songwriters on

the Italian music scene. This is absolutely the concert for you

if you are interested in authentic Italian pop culture and songwriting;

tales of love, of hardship, friendship and joy.

Eros Ramazzotti

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April 4, 2023


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Another of Italy’s greatest, Eros has become famous

outside national confines, enchanting audiences from

as far as Latin America. Eros’s nasal voice is unique and

unmistakable, a trademark, of course, not appreciated by

everyone, but what could have been a major limitation has become

one of the artist’s strengths that has made him and his music one of the

key export heritages of Italian music.

Giorgia

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May 30, 2023

Teatro della Pergola

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Giorgia is one of the most well-known and popular singers

in Italy, but she has had success in other countries as well.

The “Blu live - Teatri Lirici” tour will take the artist to opera

houses between May and June.

Joe Satriani

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April 30, 2023

Teatro Verdi

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Joseph Satriani is an

American guitarist,

composer, songwriter and

teacher and a multiple

Grammy Award nominee.

Satriani was recruited

by Mick Jagger, toured

with Deep Purple and

his collaborators have

included Brian May, Paul

Gilbert, Adrian Legg,

Steve Morse and many

more. He is currently

the guitarist for the

supergroup Chickenfoot.

A unique, legendary and

incredible talent that lulls

and moves audiences

with authentic rock, hard

rock and fusion sounds.

The Who

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June 17, 2023

Visarno Arena

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A major Italian and

European festival,

Firenze Rocks is Italy’s

most rockin’ summer

festival, held annually

at the Visarno Arena in

Florence. This year’s

first important guests

are The Who, the wellknown,

classic, English

rock band, formed in

the 1960s and still

going strong today. A

blast from the past,

an evergreen and an

immense joy – don’t

miss them!

Maroon Five

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June 18, 2023

Visarno Arena

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The second important

guests at Firenze Rocks

are Maroon 5, the

world-famous American

pop rock band from Los

Angeles. Their sounds

range from the most

danceable and lighthearted

to the deepest

and most melancholic. A

great chance to see some

of the most influential

contemporary artists.

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Tiziano Ferro

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June 21, 2023

Stadio Artemio Franchi

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Kraftwerk

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July 7, 2023

Anfiteatro delle Cascine Ernesto de Pascale

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Kraftwerk is a German band, widely considered

innovators and pioneers of electronic music, born in the

1970s and still going strong. Get ready to get lost in a

bouncy trance.

Another icon of Italian pop music, Tiziano Ferro will

move the stage at Stadio Artemio Franchi on June,

21. Extremely skilled with words, romanticism and

relationships, Ferro is an incredibly talented singer and

songwriter.

Pinguini Tattici Nucleari

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July 15, 2023

Stadio Artemio Franchi

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Stewart Copeland

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July 25, 2023

Piazza SS. Annunziata

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Stewart Armstrong

Copeland is a Scottish-

American musician

and composer, a most

talented and widely

known drummer, famous

for his part in the worldfamous

English rock band

the Police. A great rock

classic definitely not to be

missed!

Decibel Open Air

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September 9-10, 2023

Parco delle Cascine

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Another festival to

lighten everyone’s

mood after the summer

holidays. Decibel Open

Air is ready to make

thousands of people

dance to techno

sounds, as it did in the

2022 edition.

Hauser

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October 21, 2023


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Stjepan Hauser,

known professionally

as HAUSER, is a

world-class musician

and magician of the

cello. His passion is to

show his audience the

versatility of the cello,

enchanting thousands

of people successfully

despite the uniqueness

and specificity of his art.

Pinguini Tattici Nucleari is an Italian indie rock/pop

formed not so long ago, in 2010. A group of friends who

are original and innovative and delight the audiences for

which they perform.

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