Sightseeing

January 2013
The Italy of Le Corbusier: An exhibition illustrating the significance of and the role played by Italy in the great 20th-century architect Le Corbusier's artistic training and thinking (MAXXI National Museum of XXI Century Arts, 4A Via Guido Reni, tel: 063225108).

December 2012
The exhibition "Ancient Pathways Between East and West" showing at the Palazzo delle Esposizioni retraces the long journey between east and west from the 7th to the 14th centuries AD, illustrating the many different cultures along the route of the Silk Road.

Key Areas

April 2013
As well as the amazing Pantheon at one end of the Piazza della Rotunda, this square makes a great starting point for wandering and marvelling at Rome's stunning beauty. It's also very good for ice cream shops!

March 2013
Should you tire of the bustle and noise of Rome's streets, just climb up the Spanish Steps and keep on until you arrive at Villa Borghese, a vast park sitting above the city centre. On your way up you'll enjoy stunning views over the city, then once you're there you can stroll, visit a bar, or see some art at the Galleria Borghese.

Day Trips

March 2013
Monti Simbruini Park

February 2013
The surreal Parco dei Mostri (Monster Park) at Bomarzo, about 90km north-west of Rome, was created by Duke Vicino Orsini in the 16th century. Open daily until 4.30pm.