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Carnevale Romano: The Story of Rome’s Carnival

What are the origins of Carnival? Discover the old celebrations of the Carnevale Romano, and how to celebrate Carnival 2026 in Rome.

Best Cities in Italy for Carnival

Venice isn't the only place to celebrate Carnevale. These iconic cities boast some of the best Carnival festivities Italy has to offer.

7 Valentine’s Day ideas that’ll impress your date

How to spend Valentine's Day in Rome: impress your date with these 7 Valentine's day ideas.

Rome will charge €2 for close-up access to the Trevi Fountain from 2 February 2026 – here’s what changes

Trevi Fountain €2 close-up ticket from 2 Feb 2026: what stays free, exemptions, how to buy, plus Rome’s new museum rules for residents.

Roma Capodarte 2026

Roma Capodarte 2026: Rome celebrates the start of the new year with over 100 events, almost all of them free.

New Metro C Stations in Rome: Colosseo-Fori Imperiali and Porta Metronia

Discover Rome’s new Metro C stops, Colosseo–Fori Imperiali and Porta Metronia, linking suburbs to the historic centre with archaeological stations.

Best things to do on New Year’s Eve in Rome

What to do in Rome on New Year's Eve: where to see fireworks, restaurants, clubs, concerts with programs, prices and info.

Christmas 2025: the best panettoni, pandori and holiday gift baskets in Rome

Our 2025 selection of bakeries and pastry shops in Rome where you can buy Christmas baskets, panettone, pandoro, torrone and much more.

MedinAction and E. Marinella renew partnership with a new charity campaign in support of women survivors of violence

MedinAction and Marinella launch “Threads of Care” to support BeFree, a social cooperative against gender violence

Ice Skating in Rome

Searching for where to go ice skating in Rome? Here are our favorite ice skating rinks in Rome during Christmas!
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