Free walking tours
in Italy

Much of the finest art in Rome is not kept behind museum glass, but inside the chapels of active churches and ancient basilicas. You can stand beneath the 5th-century mosaics of Santa Maria Maggiore or study Caravaggio’s mastery of light in San Luigi dei Francesi just by walking through the doors. This guide outlines which religious sites hold significant Renaissance and Baroque works, and how to fit them into your visit.

As the Mediterranean sun grows warmer and daylight lingers long into the evening, the Eternal City comes alive in its most enchanting season. If you're looking for a vibrant and unforgettable getaway, there’s no better place—or time—to experience it. This month, Rome trades its quiet spring mornings for an electric, buzzing summer atmosphere.

During the warmer months, residents of Rome often leave the city behind to swim in the volcanic basin of Lake Bracciano or walk through the shaded Renaissance gardens of Villa d'Este. The surrounding Lazio region is defined by these quiet retreats, ranging from papal summer residences in the Castelli Romani to ancient Etruscan burial mounds. Relying on the local regional trains makes it straightforward to reach these hilltop villages and coastal towns in under an hour.