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Nightlife in Rome

Il Marchese: a Cosmopolitan Restaurant & Cocktail Bar in Rome

A’Mano – Bar & Dining

Rome’s nightlife runs late and centres on a handful of neighbourhoods: aperitivo starts around 7pm, dinner follows, and bars and clubs fill up from 11pm until 2 or 3am. The liveliest areas are Trastevere, Monti, Testaccio, Campo de’ Fiori and San Lorenzo, each with its own mood, from cocktail bars and speakeasies to rooftops, live music and late-night clubs. Here’s our guide to going out in Rome, with the best bars, rooftops and clubs across the city.

Bars & Clubs

Discover the best spots for aperitivo, cocktails and nightlife across Rome

Il Marchese: a Cosmopolitan Restaurant & Cocktail Bar in Rome

Step inside Il Marchese, Europe's first Amaro Bar with over 500 amaro labels uniting French elegance with Roman coziness and cuisine.

A’Mano – Bar & Dining

A'Mano, cocktail bar and Italian tapas in Rome's historic centre, steps from the Pantheon. Signature drinks, regional wines and food sharing inside Dimora Coppelle.

Mùn Rooftop Cocktail Bar: Drinks with a View in Monti

Mùn is the new rooftop bar in Monti, located on the 8th floor of the DoubleTree by Hilton Rome Monti.

The Organics Sky Garden @ Aleph Rome Hotel

Rome's Organics Sky Garden at Aleph Rome Hotel relaunches with food inspired by the city's hills, signature cocktails by rione, and weekly DJ sets.

Singer Palace Hotel: a rooftop getaway

Surrounded by Roman rooftops while overlooking Via del Corso and neighboring Piazza Venezia, the rooftop at Singer Palace Hotel is an oasis with an unbelievable view.

Baja Roma

Baja is a boat, a restaurant, a cocktail bar, and an escape from the city.

Ruby Giulia Hotel: Rome’s retro rooftop for sunsets, spritz and music

Discover the rooftop bar at Ruby Giulia Hotel in Rome: sunset Spritzes, views over the historic center’s rooftops, music and elegant retro vibes.

Mostò: the Wine Bar That Changed Flaminio

Mostò is the Flaminio wine bar that helped shape Rome’s natural wine scene, with small producers, creative dishes and a lively neighborhood feel.

Enoteca Il Piccolo: Historic Winebar Between Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori

Enoteca Il Piccolo is a historic wine bar between Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori, known for wines, tapas and authentic Roman hospitality.

Il Marchese: a Cosmopolitan Restaurant & Cocktail Bar in Rome

Step inside Il Marchese, Europe's first Amaro Bar with over 500 amaro labels uniting French elegance with Roman coziness and cuisine.

A’Mano – Bar & Dining

A'Mano, cocktail bar and Italian tapas in Rome's historic centre, steps from the Pantheon. Signature drinks, regional wines and food sharing inside Dimora Coppelle.

Mùn Rooftop Cocktail Bar: Drinks with a View in Monti

Mùn is the new rooftop bar in Monti, located on the 8th floor of the DoubleTree by Hilton Rome Monti.

The Organics Sky Garden @ Aleph Rome Hotel

Rome's Organics Sky Garden at Aleph Rome Hotel relaunches with food inspired by the city's hills, signature cocktails by rione, and weekly DJ sets.

Singer Palace Hotel: a rooftop getaway

Surrounded by Roman rooftops while overlooking Via del Corso and neighboring Piazza Venezia, the rooftop at Singer Palace Hotel is an oasis with an unbelievable view.

Baja Roma

Baja is a boat, a restaurant, a cocktail bar, and an escape from the city.

Ruby Giulia Hotel: Rome’s retro rooftop for sunsets, spritz and music

Discover the rooftop bar at Ruby Giulia Hotel in Rome: sunset Spritzes, views over the historic center’s rooftops, music and elegant retro vibes.

Mostò: the Wine Bar That Changed Flaminio

Mostò is the Flaminio wine bar that helped shape Rome’s natural wine scene, with small producers, creative dishes and a lively neighborhood feel.

Enoteca Il Piccolo: Historic Winebar Between Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori

Enoteca Il Piccolo is a historic wine bar between Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori, known for wines, tapas and authentic Roman hospitality.

Jazz Experience in Rome

Jazz concert and dinner at Rome’s oldest jazz club

Book your nightlife experience

Book your nightlife experience Reserve pub crawls, bar tours, club entries and guided nightlife adventures in Rome

Frequently Asked Questions About Nightlife in Rome

A Roman night starts late. Aperitivo begins around 7pm, dinner follows, and bars and clubs fill up from 11pm, staying open until 3 or 4am.

The liveliest areas are Trastevere, Monti, Testaccio, Campo de’ Fiori and San Lorenzo, each with its own mix of bars, rooftops and clubs.

Expect around €10 for an aperitivo, €12 to €20 for cocktails at top bars, and an entry fee at many clubs, sometimes including a drink.

Rome has several world-class spots, including Drink Kong in Monti, a regular on The World’s 50 Best Bars. See our guide to the best bars in Rome.

The main clubbing areas are Testaccio, Ostiense and the centre. See our guide to the best clubs in Rome.

Aperitivo is a Roman ritual of a drink with snacks before dinner, from around 6.30 to 8.30pm. See our guide to the best aperitivo in Rome.

Rome has a rich live scene, from jazz and blues clubs to rock and indie venues.

Rome’s enoteche range from historic spots to modern natural-wine bars, spread across Monti, the centre and Trastevere. See our Rome wine bar guide.

Smart casual works almost everywhere. Upscale rooftops and clubs may expect a dressier look, while Trastevere and San Lorenzo stay relaxed.

Rome is generally safe at night in the central nightlife areas. Keep an eye on your belongings in crowded spots, and note that public transport runs until around 1am, with night buses after.