This underground “centro sociale” has a range of art exhibits, DJ nights, and performances. It’s a bit hidden, off an alley in the Jewish Ghetto, but it’s arguably the hippest spot in Rome.
Via Sant’ Ambrogio, 4; Rome; 011-39-06-6813-3640
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Campo de Fiori
The spot for drunken frat boys and their fans to party it up in Rome, this piazza is packed with bars that spill over into each other. Take your pick; they’re interchangeable. The Drunken Ship is an old favorite of American tourists.
The Drunken Ship; Rome; 011-39-06-6830-0535; www.drunkenship.com
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Qube
Mega dance club with three floors on the outskirts of the city; Friday nights are gay.
Via di Portonaccio, 212; Rome; 011-39-06-438-5445; www.metropolino.com/qube (Italian only)
Tags:international travel | open late | gay | nightclub | dj
Circolo degli Artisti
A dance haven for alternative types, with an outdoor bar and garden for those who like their scene smoky.
Via Casalina Vecchia, 42; Rome; 011-39-06-7030-5684; www.circoloartisti.it
Tags:international travel | dancing | live music | nightclub | patio | dj
Caffé Caruso
This Caribbean-music-infused dive is located in Testaccio, a mountain made of an ancient Roman garbage heap that’s become a hip area of town, especially at night.
Via Monte Testaccio, 36; Rome; 011-39-06-574-5019
Tags:international travel | trendy | dancing
Parco della Musica
This striking performing arts complex designed by Renzo Piano resembles three giant turtles. It’s a bit out of the way, but the range of programming here is superb.
Viale Pietro de Coubertin, 30; Rome; 011-39-06-8024-1281; www.auditorium.com
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Il Tiaso
More old-school places-like wine bar Il Tiaso-keep up the bohemian atmosphere
in Pigneto, a gritty former working-class neighborhood near Termini, Rome's
main train station.
Via Ascoli Piceno 20; Rome; 011-39-06-4547-4625; www.iltiaso.com
Tags:international travel | great value | local favorite | wine bar
Freni e Frizioni
The city's young and beautiful flock here as much for the tasty, free buffet
(pasta, salad, and just-made focaccia) as for the happening scene.
Via del Politeama 4-6; Rome; 011-39-06-583-3420; www.freniefrizioni.com
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Enoteca Ferrara
This sleek wine bar and restaurant has a full menu, but insiders just sidle up
to the marble bar for a glass of one of the 28 varieties of wine and the savory
dishes including stuffed anchovies.
Tags:international travel | notable wine list | bar menu
Bar della Pace
A hundred years old, this spot behind the Piazza Navona is still the place to
see and be seen. Join locals for a glass of prosecco and nibbles of crostini
and local cheese.
Via della Pace 5; Rome; 011-39-06-686-1216; www.caffedellapace.it
Tags:international travel | bar menu | people watching | champagne
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