| As renowned for its range of exquisite cuisine as it is | | | | to some world-class jazz and sipping a cold glass of |
| for its breathtaking sights, it’s no wonder Rome is a | | | | white wine? |
| popular tourist destination. Indeed, boasting a mixture of | | | | The Marcellus Roman Theatre also plays host to a |
| Renaissance and Baroque architecture and housing | | | | range of concerts and shows throughout the summer |
| some of the most interesting attractions around, there | | | | months. Celebrating the best in both Italian and |
| is enough to keep even the most eager culture-vulture | | | | international classical music, literature and poetry, there |
| entertained. | | | | are over 100 performances to catch. And, set |
| And, alongside the warm temperatures, the summer | | | | amongst one of Rome’s most scenic |
| promises both a wealth of open-air entertainment and | | | | archaeological locations, it is well worth taking a stroll |
| the chance to bag an assortment of attractive | | | | around before the entertainment begins. |
| bargains. In fact, with most Italians taking the month of | | | | If the hot weather is too much to handle however, |
| August off, it is the perfect opportunity to experience | | | | then it might be a good idea to seek out the shady |
| all that Rome has to offer, without its usual hoard of | | | | confines of one of Rome’s many parks. Scattered |
| people, and often at a lower cost! | | | | around the city, there are plenty to choose from and all |
| Cited as one of the most interesting events hosted by | | | | offer up a stunning selection of beautiful views. To |
| the city, Fiesta - an annual world music festival - is | | | | truly indulge, pack yourself a picnic and spend the day |
| definitely worth a visit. Offering up a diverse and | | | | soaking up the summer atmosphere. Or, if you need to |
| colourful assortment of musical genres, from jazz and | | | | hit the water, then book a day trip to the beach. Only |
| Latin music to sounds from the Caribbean, its | | | | half an hour away from the city, the Mediterranean |
| programme is packed with fun and entertainment. Not | | | | Sea can make for a great escape when the |
| only that, but there are also a number of food stalls | | | | temperatures soar! |
| and ethnic stands available for you to browse around. | | | | So, if you’re looking for a break this summer, Rome |
| Keeping in line with the musical theme, the Villa | | | | is always a worthwhile consideration. In addition to the |
| Celimontana Jazz festival is another great event to | | | | numerous events and festivals on offer, there are a |
| attend. Established in 1994, it has increased in popularity | | | | huge range of fabulous restaurants to eat in and |
| over the years and is one of the longest running | | | | Rome hotels to sleep in, meaning all budgets are |
| events of its kind in Europe. And, what could be more | | | | catered for. |
| perfect than relaxing under a shady tree whilst listening | | | | |