Rome

Music Activities

Experience the best of Italian opera music in the intimate setting of a small but cosy concert at the Ponte Sant Angelo Methodist Church, a venue with exceptional acoustics. The Ponte Sant’ Angelo Methodist Church is situated in a breathtaking setting, just meters away from the Sant Angelo Bridge and Castel, near to St. Peter's Basilic. You can also enjoy a romantic walk over the bridge after the concert. Watch operatic arias from the most famous Italian operas like "La Traviata", "Turandot" or "Rigoletto", Neapolitan songs and "Four Seasons" by Vivaldi. Sip on a complimentary glass of wine as these talented opera soloists and the grand piano and string trio take you on a 70-minute journey through time to discover the world of the Italian opera.

Your evening begins in the elegant foyer of the 17th century Palazzo Santa Chiara, just a one-minute walk from the iconic Pantheon. Head to the cocktail bar and grab yourself a drink, then embrace the luxurious ambiance of your surroundings as the audience arrives for a night of unforgettable musical performances. Just before the concert begins, follow the other guests into the Palazzo’s intimate auditorium, renowned for its excellent acoustics. Then sit back and relax as you are entertained by some of the very best operatic performances that Rome has to offer.

An exciting Opera concert, with the protagonists of the Operas by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, Bellini, awaits you on the Rooftop “La Grande Bellezza”. It is a terrace only recently opened to the public which is already renowned to be one of the most beautiful in Rome. It is in fact the only rooftop that, from the heart of the historic center, gives you a 360-degree panoramic view of the city, from the top of the historic and sumptuous Pamphilj Palace to Piazza Navona. It was here that scenes of the Oscar-winning film “The Great Beauty” were filmed. In this prestigious environment you can attend an exclusive rooftop event. An aperitif will be served, which will consist of a drink of white or red wines or non-alcoholic drinks. You will also be able to choose from a rich selection of Italian cheese, cold meats, and sparkling wine for a final toast with the artists.

Spend an unforgettable evening at the opera at the Baths of Caracalla open-air-theatre. Experience a classic night of music in front of breathtaking ruins from 216 A.D. Dress up to the nines or come as you are for a classy yet laid-back night at the opera. Grab a drink from the bar and settle into your seat as the acclaimed Rome Opera perform from their famous repertoire. Marvel at the incredible backdrop of ruins behind a stage where the Three Tenors gave their famous 1990 concert. Explore the historic site during intermissions, and take in the atmosphere and history. Spend a memorable and classy evening under the stars, enjoying world-class music at one of Rome's most celebrated sites.

Enjoy opera's greatest hits and romantic piano covers of well-known classics as you experience a concert in an intimate setting. Be guided through the evening of exquisite Italian music with commentary and anecdotes from the artists. Hear arias and duets from opera greats like Rossini, Donizetti, and Bellini. Admire a program of famous romantic era numbers such as “Nessun dorma”, “Sempre libera”, and Neapolitan songs including “Funiculì funiculà” and “O sole mio’. Inbetween the marvelous vocal performances hear pieces for solo piano from Liszt and the “Nocturne Opus 9, No. 2” by Frédéric Chopin. Share a glass of wine with the artists at the end of the concert.

Visit the Doria-Pamphilj Gallery located in the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj. Discover a vast private collection of artwork distributed across 4 wings with a private, local guide. See the various works listed in chronological order from floor to ceiling. Of particular significance are Titian’s "Salome with the Head of John the Baptist" and two early works of Caravaggio: "Rest on Flight to Egypt" and "Penitent Magdalen." See other works by Raphael, Tintoretto, Bernini, and various Flemish masters while learning about the history of the gallery and its artwork from your guide.

Choose your Opera experience in Rome with this fully flexible open ticket. Enjoy a wonderful evening listening to the masterpieces of Vivaldi, a fascinating mix of opera arias taken from La Traviata, il Barbiere di Siviglia, Rigoletto and experience the characteristic Neapolitan songs whilst seated in different fantastic and innovative locations which include cathedrals, museums, and Roman Ruins. Monday – Vivaldi & Bach at St Paul’s Cathedral within the Wall Tuesday – History of Rome in the ruins of Navona Underground Wednesday - The Three Tenors at St Paul’s Cathedral within the Wall Thursday – Opera at night at Leonardo da Vinci Experience Museum Friday – Movies in Concert at Valdese Church Saturday - The Three Tenors at Waldensian Church Sunday - Opera Arias Valdese Church

Step into the shoes of a photographer on the hunt for a famous actress in this exciting city game. Following the clues via an app which can be used offline, you will discover a series of movie locations around Rome in this independent walking trip. Set off on your adventure from the Fountain of the Naiads in the Piazza della Repubblica and explore the sites of timeless classics like Roman Holiday, The Talented Mr. Ripley, and Fellini’s La Dolce Vita. Pause the game whenever you want to take a break for an espresso or a gelato. Along the way, you’ll discover hidden gems like the beautiful Piazza Navona and an art gallery inside a historic hotel. Finally, your journey will conclude at the ancient Tower of the Monkey, which has a legendary story of its own to tell.

In the wonderful Capuchins Church in Via Veneto, surrounded by the splendid sculptures, frescoes, and marbles, you will attend this special Baroque Christmas Concert. Inside the church, you can see masterpieces by Guido Reni (S. Michele Arcangelo), Domenichino, Pietro da Cortona, Gherardo delle notti, Antonio Sacchi, and others. You will also visit the mysterious Capuchins Crypt decorated with more than 4000 bones. The concert will be performed by the prestigious Schola Romana Ensemble, a highly professional group of singers and musicians specialized in Roman Baroque music.

Enjoy a special Christmas or New Year's concert in St. Andrew's Church of Scotland in Rome. Listen to arias, duets, and piano pieces. Be uplifted by the talent the pianist Giovanni Velluti and tenor Alessandro Fantini. Enjoy a bubbly glass of prosecco with the artists. Marvel at a musical program of classic of Italian opera arias and duets from pieces by Puccini and Verdi. Listen to a romantic virtuoso piano repertoire of Liszt and Chopin. Admire Neapolitan songs and Christmas hits. Be delighted by the stylings of the pianist Giovanni Velluti and range of the tenor Alessandro Fantini. After the concert, toast the artists with a free Christmas prosecco Aperitivo.