March in Rome is pure magic. As winter fades and spring begins to bloom (sure, we now have the primary flowers on the bushes!), the Everlasting Metropolis comes alive. Whether or not you’re wandering via the traditional ruins to see historic reenactments, sipping espresso between throwing handfuls of confetti within the piazza, or catching a once-year-opening of a secret monastery, March is among the finest occasions to expertise Rome like a real insider.
From legendary historic occasions (good day, Ides of March!) to world-class artwork exhibitions and wine festivals that may have you ever saying “un altro, per favore,” there’s no scarcity of unbelievable issues to do. And let’s not neglect – March additionally brings a few of the finest climate for sightseeing earlier than the summer time crowds take over. (Right here’s a full information to when to visit Rome, by month, if you’re coming one other time).
If you happen to learn this weblog, you already know that I like discovering the town’s best-kept secrets and techniques, which is why I’ve put collectively this final information to 20 unbelievable issues to do in Rome in March 2025. Whether or not you’re a first-time customer or a seasoned traveler, this record is filled with must-see occasions, hidden gems, and native experiences that may make your Roman vacation unforgettable. Prepared? Andiamo!
- March 2: Carnivale Celebrations – You might be more likely to see little children strolling across the metropolis dressed up like their favourite characters (with some adults becoming a member of in as effectively). Whereas it isn’t as massive as Venice, Rome has loads of neighborhood Carnivale festivities with small parades, masks, and confetti, in native piazzas. Be sure you bask in sweets like castagnole and frappe earlier than they disappear from outlets.
- 2 March: Free Museums for the first Sunday of the Month – Domenica al Museo is alive and effectively. Whereas it isn’t often definitely worth the lengthy strains on the Colosseum, you’ll be able to see a full record of free entrances here.
- March 8: International Women’s Day (Festa della Donna) – A day celebrating ladies’s achievements. This can be a main evening for dinner dates (suppose like Valentine’s Day) and the normal giving of mimosa flowers. Yow will discover sellers all around the metropolis to select up slightly bunch of the yellow blooms.
- March 9: Feast of Santa Francesca Romana – Celebration of the patron saint of drivers, with particular occasions on the Church of Santa Francesca Romana. That is additionally the one day of the 12 months when you’ll be able to go to the Monastero delle Oblate close to Teatro Marcello.
- March 9: Roma-Ostia Half Marathon – Italy’s hottest half marathon, beginning in Rome’s EUR district and ending by the ocean in Ostia.
- 9-10 March: Vini Selvaggi – A pure wine competition within the more and more hip San Paolo district. Yow will discover 120 wine makers from Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Slovenia, Austria, Albania, Slovakia, in addition to meals vehicles. Tastings run from 11 am – 8 pm.
- March 15: Six Nations Rugby: Italy vs. Ireland – Expertise the fun of worldwide rugby as Italy takes on Eire on the Stadio Olimpico. If you happen to can’t get tickets (they’re bought out), you’ll be able to take within the environment on the Best Irish Pubs in Rome. (Belief me, my Irish husband wrote the record).
- March 15: Ides of March – Commemoration of Julius Caesar’s assassination, with historic reenactments and occasions on the Roman Discussion board and Largo Argentina. You’ll be able to go to Caesar’s grave within the Discussion board any day.
- March 16: Rome Marathon (Maratona di Roma) – Annual marathon passing by Rome’s historic landmarks, attracting runners worldwide. Be ready for many road closures and diversions. It’s a good day to journey by metro or on foot.
- March 19: Father’s Day (Festa di San Giuseppe) – Italy all the time celebrates Father’s Day on March nineteenth, whatever the day of the week. That is the time to honor papa and revel in conventional pastries like bignè di San Giuseppe.
- March 22: St. Patrick’s Ball – One evening solely, take pleasure in a five-course dinner, all-inclusive drinks, reside music and dancing hosted by the Irish Membership of Rome. For extra info, e mail [email protected]
Artwork Displays in Rome
- February 11 – June 2: Munch: The Inner Scream Exhibition – A serious exhibition marking the eightieth anniversary of Edvard Munch’s dying, that includes 100 work, drawings, and prints at Palazzo Bonaparte.
- 14 February – 14 September: Flowers. Art from the Renaissance to Artificial Intelligence. Over 90 artworks and two sensory experiences (that even children will love), the exhibit at Chiostro Bramante celebrates the naturally fragile and symbolically highly effective theme of flowers.
- 27 February – 29 June: Picasso Lo Straniero – Greater than 100 works by Picasso, alongside photographs, letters, and paperwork on show at Palazzo Cipolla.
- 7 March – 6 July: Caravaggio 2025 – A exhibit of the grasp of sunshine’s main themes, each the sacred and the profane. The exhibit at Palazzo Barberini consists of hardly ever seen works from a non-public assortment in addition to loans from nationwide collections throughout Europe.
