Rome without queues and pushers: 9 unknown places in the Italian capital

Rome is literally full of sights, which is why many tourists from all over the world rush to visit it. St. Peter's Basilica, the Coliseum, the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican and many other famous places, for the impressions of which crowds of travelers come to the ancient city. But if you suddenly get tired of the constant lines and crush, then we suggest that you still turn off the beaten path and catch your breath. And at the same time see the Italian capital from a slightly different side. Now we will share with you stunning, unusual places of the Eternal City, which are primarily interesting because few people know about them.

Trattoria "Monti"

This modest and cozy restaurant has only 12 tables, so it is better to book a place in advance. Here you can enjoy the amazing taste of Marche cuisine and homemade wine, and the prices will pleasantly surprise you. This wonderful place does not chase tourists, and it works only from one to three in the afternoon, and from 8 to 11 in the evening.

Porta Portese flea market

This is truly a unique place, similar to which you will not find anywhere else in Rome. This is the largest flea market in the city, and here you can find everything that only your heart desires! Imagine what unique souvenirs and gifts you can buy here ...

Gastronomy Volpetti in the area of Testaccio

Even if you have never been a foodie, once in this small gastronomy, you will certainly become one. Here you can endlessly try local delicacies, and the breaking shelves of your favorite Italian products impress with their mouth-watering look. As soon as your head stops spinning from the abundance of tastes and smells, for the next dose of gastronomic euphoria, you should definitely look into the pizzeria in the neighborhood (it, by the way, belongs to the same owners).

Scooter - the best vehicle in Rome

Remember the movie "Roman Vacations", where the beautiful Audrey Hepburn rode a scooter around Rome? It can be used as a guide to the main Roman sights, as well as take an example from the main characters and, like them, arrange a motorcycle tour. The scooter greatly expands the space for tourist maneuvers, and, perhaps, is the best means of transportation around the city.

National Roman Museum of the Palazzo Massimo alle Terme

Surprisingly, this museum, which contains many of the world's greatest art masterpieces, is very often not mentioned in guidebooks. Meanwhile, a look here is a must!

Regional Park Appia Antica (Appia Antica Parco)

The regional park Appia Antica is located outside the city, and its territory is huge - it stretched from the ancient walls of Rome to the Albanian mountains. Keep in mind that so much is waiting for you here that you should spend at least half a day on a visit to the park and determine a list of specific places in advance. However, even if you come here absolutely spontaneously, you can always relax and regain your strength among quiet trees, green fields and hilly pastures.

Gelateria del Teatro

And now we present to your attention Gelateria del Teatro - the place where the most delicious ice cream is prepared. The shop owner Stefano Marcotulli, together with his team, creates for his visitors a truly divine ice cream, putting his soul into it. With confidence we can say that in no city in the world you will not find gelato tastier than Stefano!

Former Montemartini Power Station

This is a completely unusual museum, in which ancient sculptures and sophisticated mosaics are located right among the clumsy decor elements of the former power plant. Such a move not only adds drama, but also by itself is capable of creating its own stunning works.

Flaminio area, west of Villa Borghese Park

All fans of architectural modernism are recommended! Here is a whole series of buildings, the creation of which the outstanding architects of the XX and XXI centuries had a hand in creating. The Museum of Modern Art, the National Stadium, the Olympic Village with sports facilities, concert halls and many other masterpieces of modern architecture await you here.