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Jan 9 2018

Enjoy the city with the Romans. From open-air markets to long-established cafes and rooftop bars

Boasting a history of nearly 3,000 years, Rome, Italy, is known as the "Eternal City." The entire city has been designated a World Heritage Site, and is home to many famous tourist spots, such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza di Spagna. This time, we will introduce recommended spots for those who want to take a step further and see the real face of Rome. From lively open-air markets to long-established cafes founded in the 18th century, to the newly opened and much-talked-about rooftop bars, we have collected the best places to see recommended by local writers.

Enjoy seasonal ingredients at this energetic open-air market

Campo de' Fiori Market

画像1: カンポ・ディ・フィオリ市場

Campo dei Fiori Square is located on the left bank of the Tiber River that runs through Rome. This place was a flower-filled field until around 1400, so it was named "Campo (Field of Flowers) (Fiori)" Square.

画像2: カンポ・ディ・フィオリ市場

Every morning, the most lively morning market in Rome is held in Campo de' Fiori Square, which has long been a staple of Roman food. From vegetables, fruits, cheese, olive oil, colorful pasta, and spices to kitchen utensils, clothes, and leather goods, there are rows of stalls selling all sorts of goods. It's a lively market, with sellers and buyers chatting to each other in a friendly manner.

画像: ずらりと並んだオリーブオイル。お土産にピッタリなものが、手ごろな値段で見つかるのも市場ならではのお楽しみ

A wide selection of olive oils lined up. Finding the perfect souvenir at a reasonable price is one of the joys of the market.

Looking at the colorful, fresh vegetables and fruits lined up at the stalls, you can feel the richness of Italian food. Every store has its products displayed so beautifully that it would be a shame to clear them all away in the afternoon, almost artistically.

画像3: カンポ・ディ・フィオリ市場
Campo de' Fiori Market
Closed DaySundays and holidays
business hours7:00-14:00 (varies by store)
addressCampo d'Eri

Find one-of-a-kind tableware at a backstreet pottery studio

PICTA

Around Campo de' Fiori Square, there are many alleys with unique names, such as "Bag Shop Street" and "Coat Shop Street." These are remnants of the time when this area was bustling with artisan workshops. Unfortunately, only a handful of workshops remain today, but if you walk down the alley of Hatter Street, you will come across "PICTA," a small workshop and shop run by ceramicist Marina Graziani.

画像: 帽子屋通りにひっそりと佇むピクタの入り口

The entrance to Picta, tucked away on Hatter Street

Marina has been working in her small workshop for 20 years, and continues to create her pieces using traditional Italian techniques. In the back of the shop, she passionately paints each design with a brush and fires them in the kiln.

画像: 気さくなつくり手の素顔が見られるのも工房スタイルならでは

The workshop style allows you to see the friendly faces of the craftsmen

画像: PICTA(ピクタ)

Marina's work is characterized by the depiction of everyday objects such as plates and cups that we use every day, as well as houses, windows, laundry, trees, and birds. The patterns are drawn simply and modernly with delicate brush strokes. Each piece is an original, one-of-a-kind piece.

画像: ローマの街角の情景を描いたシリーズは、旅の思い出に買って帰りたくなる

The series depicting scenes from the streets of Rome is sure to make you want to buy one as a memento of your trip.

Closed DaySunday, Monday
business hours10:00~19:30
Official websitehttps://www.pictaporcellane.com/
addressVia dei Cappellai, 11

Be enveloped in elegant, natural scents at this exclusive Rome perfume boutique

FLUMEN profumi

In recent years, what are called "niche fragrances" have been gaining attention around the world, especially in Europe and the United States. Many unique brands have been created that distinguish themselves from mass-produced products for the masses and place emphasis on the personal taste of the perfumer.

Italy, the birthplace of modern perfume, is also one of the leading countries in niche fragrances. FLUMEN, a fragrance boutique located in a quiet area overlooking the Spanish Steps near Via Condotti, where high-end boutiques line the streets of Rome, also offers special scents.

画像: 近くを通りかかるだけで、優雅な香りに思わず立ち止まりそうになる

Just passing by, the elegant aroma makes you stop in your tracks.

The word "elegant" perfectly describes this perfume, making you feel as if you are being enveloped in it. This high-quality fragrance is created from natural ingredients, including more than twice the amount of essential oils as usual, and alcohol extracted from beets.

画像: FLUMEN profumi(フルーメン・プロフーミ)

We recommend the perfume called "MERAVILIOSO ISTANTE (Wonderful Moment)." It has a beautiful harmony of the natural, gorgeous scent of roses, gentle sandalwood, and sweet ylang-ylang. There are also other unique scents blended based on a concept, such as "DAMA (Lady)" for women and "UTOPIA (Utopia)" for men, so be sure to find one that suits you. The fact that it is only sold in Rome makes it the perfect memento of your trip.

FLUMEN profumi
Closed Daynone
business hours11:00~14:00、15:30~19:30
webhttps://www.flumenprofumi.com/
addressVia Fontanella di Borghese, 41

Enjoy an espresso at a long-established cafe visited by Princess Diana

Antico Caffè Greco

Cafes are an essential part of Italian life. Locals visit them many times a day, not just to drink coffee, but as a place to relax and chat. There are cafés where you can sit and relax, as well as bars where you can casually drink standing at the counter.

画像: アンティコ・カフェ・グレコの外観

The exterior of Antico Cafe Greco

If you want to enjoy authentic coffee in Rome, we recommend Antico Caffè Greco, located right next to the Spanish Steps. This long-established coffee shop was founded in 1760 and has been visited by many famous people, including Princess Diana and President Kennedy.

画像: 店内には300点以上もの芸術作品が飾られている。アンデルセンやスタンダールなどの文豪が常連だったという、昔の時代にタイムスリップしたよう

More than 300 pieces of art are on display in the cafe. It feels like you've traveled back in time to the days when famous writers such as Andersen and Stendhal were regulars.

A small cup of rich espresso coffee with just a little bit of sugar. The Italian way is to add a lot of sugar to it and enjoy the contrast of bitterness and sweetness. At this shop, the espresso comes with a single chocolate-coated coffee bean. It's a small thing, but it's exceptionally delicious. You can also buy it as a souvenir.

画像: Antico Caffè Greco(アンティコ・カフェ・グレコ)

In Italy, it is customary to enjoy an aperitif before dinner. Recently, "aperitivo" (aperitivo) and "cena" (dinner) have become popular. An increasing number of cafes offer a drink and a simple meal set, such as a buffet, for the reasonable price of around 10 euros, only before dinner.

Image: Apericena at Antico Caffè Greco

Aperitif at Antico Caffè Greco

At Antico Caffe Greco, when you order wine or a cocktail, a light meal such as focaccia pizza and sandwiches is served with it. The portions are quite large, so for small eaters, this alone may be enough for dinner.

Antico Caffè Greco
Closed Daynone
business hours9:00~21:00
webhttp://www.anticocaffegreco.eu/
addressVia Condotti, 86

A new attraction! Enjoy an aperitif on the rooftop terrace with a panoramic view of Rome

MadeITerraneo

At the department store "Rinascente" near the Trevi Fountain, you can enjoy authentic aperitivo cocktails at the bar of the Mediterranean restaurant "MadeITerraneo" on the upper floors. Rinascente is a long-established department store chain, but this store just opened in the fall of 2017. It's a hot spot right now.

Photo: Enjoying an aperitivo at Madeterraneo. When you order a cocktail, you get some snacks.

Enjoying an aperitivo at Madeterraneo. When you order a cocktail, you get some snacks.

Blending in with the fashionable Romans and gazing at the cupola of St. Peter's Basilica from the open-air terrace, you'll truly feel like you're in Rome.

The view of Rome from the terrace is also exceptional.

At Mediterraneo, where a young chef who was awarded a Michelin star shows off his skills, we recommend not only the aperitivo but also the food. You can enjoy a taste that is hard to find in Japan, mixing Italian cuisine with the flavors of Mediterranean countries such as Spain, Greece, and Morocco.

Image: Roman aqueduct open to the public beneath the Rinascente

Roman aqueduct open to the public beneath the Rinascente

As an aside, you can see an ancient Roman aqueduct in the basement of Rinascente. Aqueducts were built in various places during the ancient Roman Empire to carry water from nearby mountains to the city of Rome. Amazingly, a part of one was newly discovered during the construction of the Rinascente building. Water still flows through the 2,000-year-old aqueduct, leading to the Trevi Fountain. This is a new attraction that mixes ancient and modern, unique to Rome, and is a must-see.

MadeITerraneo
Closed Daynone
business hours10:00~23:00
webhttp://www.madeiterraneo.com
addressVia del Tritone, 61

Rome is a city full of sights, including ancient Roman ruins, beautiful churches, and art museums. It's fun to shop for nice Italian-made shoes, bags, and miscellaneous goods, even if they're not brand-name products, and you'll want to try pizza, pasta, street food, wine, and cheese. No matter how many times you visit, there are always new discoveries to be made in Rome, and there are many other deep charms that we couldn't cover in this article. Be sure to walk around with a map in hand and enjoy your Roman Holiday.

Naoko Suzuki

A web writer who has lived in Rome since 2001. She writes mainly about travel information for Rome, Italian cuisine, and the Italian lifestyle. She is well known for writing accurate articles based on primary sources in Italian.

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