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Free things to do in Rome

No-spend weekends in Rome — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.

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Top spots in Rome

  • Villa Borghese

    Outdoors

    Pinciano

    Park above the Spanish Steps — rent rowboats on the lake, see the Bernini collection.

  • Aventine Keyhole

    Outdoors

    Aventine Hill

    Look through the keyhole at Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta — three states framed.

  • The Colosseum & Forum

    Culture

    Centro Storico

    Book the underground/arena floor combo — skip the hour-long perimeter queue.

  • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

    Culture

    Vatican City

    Book the first 7:30am slot or the Friday night opening — the rest is chaos.

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  • Standouts right now: The Colosseum & Forum, Villa Borghese, Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Rome and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.

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