Where to Go for Gelato in Rome?
Wondering around Rome is a sure way to get very hot. And there is nothing more refreshing than a scoop or two of gelato. Like many things, gelato has origins full of romance, legend and downright mythology. And like other things, gelato can be really good or it can be really bad.
In Rome there are so many gelato shops that it can be hard to decide which is best. And it can also be a challenge to get back to the one you already know you like. Do you really want to ride the metro all the way back to Piazza di Spagna when you are at St. Paul's Outside the Wall?
Here are some suggestions for gelato shops near monuments and important sites.
If you find yourself at the Trevi Fountain dying for gelato, do yourself a favor a walk a little away from the fountain. San Crispino has been making a name for itself for some time, and has been ranked best by New York Times. Facing the fountain, turn to your right and head up Via del Lavatore. Just a minute or so up the road you will see Via della Panetteria (map) on your left. Turn left and watch for the shop at number 42 on the right. They are open late to accommodate those who are catching a view of the fountain at night.
Another site that has its fair share of gelato shops and can be very confusing is the Piazza Navona. Probably the best gelato (especially the specialty tartufo, invented here, a chocolate gelato truffle) is to be found at Tre Scalini. Standing at the Fountain of the Four Rivers, stand by the figure that seems to be shrieking in horror, looking at St. Agnes Church. Then look to your right along the buildings and find the first street. Just to the right, look for number 30 (map).
A lesser visited spot, the Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II yields a gelato gem. Try the gelateria Il Palazzo del Freddo di Giovanni Fassi. Besides great tasting gelato, you can also see some of the history of gelato making. Standing near the Giardini Piazza Vittorio, look for Via Princepe Eugenio and head to number 65-67 (map).
The Pantheon is a great location for a visit or just to take in the splendor of the sphere inside the church. But one place, the gelateria Giolitti offers more than the usual cup or cone of gelato. Instead you can get their special, 'copa Giolitti' and truly satisfy your gelato craving (you might want to relax a bit afterwards before walking on in the heat!). From in front of the Pantheon facing that great American restaurant with the big gold M, walk to your left down Via della Rosetta; continue on through Piazza Maddelena onto Via Maddelena. At the end of that road make a right and walk straight on until you run into Via degli Uffici del Vicario, just after Via Campo Marzio on your right. Watch for number 40 (map).
Any shopper knows that the Campo de' Fiori offers tons of bargains. But it also can be hot and exhausting. When you have picked through the market's offerings, take a well-deserved rest at Alberto Pica. It is a little bit of a walk, but head back toward the Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II along Via dei Giubbonari. When you run into the wide Via Arenula, turn right (toward the river) then watch for Via della Seggiola on your right (about 5 minutes) turn into the street and look for number 12 (map).
Keep an eye out for more suggestions.
Enjoy!
Tom
In Rome there are so many gelato shops that it can be hard to decide which is best. And it can also be a challenge to get back to the one you already know you like. Do you really want to ride the metro all the way back to Piazza di Spagna when you are at St. Paul's Outside the Wall?
Here are some suggestions for gelato shops near monuments and important sites.
If you find yourself at the Trevi Fountain dying for gelato, do yourself a favor a walk a little away from the fountain. San Crispino has been making a name for itself for some time, and has been ranked best by New York Times. Facing the fountain, turn to your right and head up Via del Lavatore. Just a minute or so up the road you will see Via della Panetteria (map) on your left. Turn left and watch for the shop at number 42 on the right. They are open late to accommodate those who are catching a view of the fountain at night.
Another site that has its fair share of gelato shops and can be very confusing is the Piazza Navona. Probably the best gelato (especially the specialty tartufo, invented here, a chocolate gelato truffle) is to be found at Tre Scalini. Standing at the Fountain of the Four Rivers, stand by the figure that seems to be shrieking in horror, looking at St. Agnes Church. Then look to your right along the buildings and find the first street. Just to the right, look for number 30 (map).
A lesser visited spot, the Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II yields a gelato gem. Try the gelateria Il Palazzo del Freddo di Giovanni Fassi. Besides great tasting gelato, you can also see some of the history of gelato making. Standing near the Giardini Piazza Vittorio, look for Via Princepe Eugenio and head to number 65-67 (map).
The Pantheon is a great location for a visit or just to take in the splendor of the sphere inside the church. But one place, the gelateria Giolitti offers more than the usual cup or cone of gelato. Instead you can get their special, 'copa Giolitti' and truly satisfy your gelato craving (you might want to relax a bit afterwards before walking on in the heat!). From in front of the Pantheon facing that great American restaurant with the big gold M, walk to your left down Via della Rosetta; continue on through Piazza Maddelena onto Via Maddelena. At the end of that road make a right and walk straight on until you run into Via degli Uffici del Vicario, just after Via Campo Marzio on your right. Watch for number 40 (map).
Any shopper knows that the Campo de' Fiori offers tons of bargains. But it also can be hot and exhausting. When you have picked through the market's offerings, take a well-deserved rest at Alberto Pica. It is a little bit of a walk, but head back toward the Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II along Via dei Giubbonari. When you run into the wide Via Arenula, turn right (toward the river) then watch for Via della Seggiola on your right (about 5 minutes) turn into the street and look for number 12 (map).
Keep an eye out for more suggestions.
Enjoy!
Tom
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