Unmissable bars in Rome

Check out the must-see bars in Rome and make sure you put them on your list of places to go in the Italian capital.

Bars in Rome’s squares

There are several must-see bars in Rome and many of them are located around the city’s squares. Among the most popular squares where you can find good bars are Piazza Navona and Piazza Spagna. Both have a number of very good bars and restaurants, making it possible to enjoy Rome’s nightlife in a very pleasant way.

Below we’ve listed some of the best:

1. Bar Freni e Frizioni in Rome

The first on the list of must-see bars in Rome is Freni e Frizioni, which is in the Trastevere district and has a typical Italian atmosphere. The atmosphere is very pleasant and it offers a very diverse drinks menu, with an emphasis on cocktails.

If you want to sit down, you’ll have to pay a little more. But you can also do the same as other people and choose to drink standing up, taking the opportunity to chat with friends and get to know the locals.

It’s worth noting that Freni e Frizioni is open every day from 7pm to 10pm.

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2. Bar Cioccolata e Vino in Rome

Still in the Trastevere district is Cioccolata e Vino, which is also one of the must-see bars in Rome. It is located near the Sisto Bridge and is very busy because the drinks are served in chocolate cups.

The place is quite interesting because, as well as being a bar, it is also a bookshop. At the back of the establishment there are several shelves with books, a great experience for enjoying something different in the Italian capital.

3. Cul de Sac Wine Bar in Rome

If you want to drink traditional Italian wine, we recommend the Cul de Sac Wine Bar. It is located in the historic center of the city, very close to tourist attractions such as the Museo di Roma and Piazza Navona. It’s a very pleasant bar, which is why regulars often spend several hours sitting around chatting and sipping the drinks that are served there.

The tip is to take one of the tables on the outside of the bar, as this is the best place to enjoy the Italian atmosphere and the bustle.

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4. The Nag’s Head pub in Rome

The last bar on this list is The Nag’s Head, which is very popular on match days as many people gather to watch and socialize. It’s right in the center of Rome and is a Scottish pub with an Italian twist, and it’s worth noting that it’s open from midday until 4am.

It has a lot of wooden furniture and a medieval warrior’s armor on the door, making it a very interesting space. There is also a bar with a DJ or live band, depending on the day.

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