What to do on May 1 in Rome among art, culture and fun

Visiting museums and major exhibitions

If you're an art lover or wish to immerse yourself in culture, May 1 in Rome is the perfect opportunity to visit museums and great exhibitions. Among the must-see exhibitions are:

"Raphael, Titian, Rubens. Masterpieces from the Borghese Gallery at Palazzo Barberini" at Palazzo Barberini, an exceptional exhibition featuring fifty paintings by some of the greatest masters of art of all time.

• "Giuseppe Primoli and the Fascination of the Orient"at the Napoleonic Museum, dedicated to Count Giuseppe Primoli's interest in Japanese art.
• "Elegant Brigands. The Art of Men's Fashion" at MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Arts, an imaginative journey celebrating the evolution of men's clothing.
• "Reality Optional. Miaz Brothers with 20th century masters" at the Galleria d'Arte Moderna di Roma Capitale, an exhibition exploring the mechanisms of perception of reality.
• "Night Effect: New American Realism" at the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica in Palazzo Barberini, dedicated to realism in contemporary American art.
• "UKIYOE. The Floating World. Visions from Japan" at the Museum of Rome, which presents the fascination of Japanese art from the Edo era.
• "Phidias"
• "Napoli Ottocento" at the Scuderie del Quirinale, a tribute to the lively cosmopolitan spirit of 19th-century Naples.
• "Hilde in Italy. Art and Life in the Photographs of Hilde Lotz-Bauer" at the Museo di Roma in Trastevere, a photographic exhibition chronicling Italy in the 1930s and 1940s.
• "Escher" at Palazzo Bonaparte, the largest exhibition ever dedicated to Escher.
• In addition, you could visitthe Bunker and Air Raid Shelters at Villa Torlonia

Participate in demonstrations, shows and sporting events

For those who love the atmosphere of events and shows, there are several options:

• The 86th Capitoline Azalea Exhibition at the Spanish Steps, an opportunity to admire the city's floral beauty.
• The 77th Grand Prix of Liberation, an international sporting event that winds through the monuments of ancient Rome.
• The 2024 Italian Taekwondo Championships, an exciting competition featuring the best Italian athletes.
• The Festival of the Orient, a journey to discover the traditions of some of the world's most fascinating countries.
• The most important May 1 event in Rome that you can attend is the traditional concert, organized by the Italian labor unions. The site of the Concertone is the square where the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano is located, and you can reach it only on foot from the Manzoni subway station or the Re di Roma subway station, both on the A line.

Activities for children

For families with children in Rome, there are numerous fun and engaging activities:

• ELECTROKIDS, the first digital art and videomapping festival dedicated to the very young and families.
• Time Travel at Luneur Park, a magical experience with historical and fantastic characters.
• Zoomarine, with shows and fun for the whole family.
• The largest exhibition of Lego bricks at The Wow Side - Shopping Centre.
• Butterfly House, a magical place where you can have a unique experience in contact with exotic butterflies.
• Planetarium of Rome, with shows to discover the secrets of the universe.

Take a walk in the parks

Finally, for those who love nature and tranquility, a walk in Rome's parks is a great choice:

• Orto Botanico, a magical place in the heart of the Trastevere district.
• Roseto Comunale, a unique spectacle of roses on the slopes of the Adventino.
• Japanese Garden ofthe Japanese Institute of Culture, an enchanting oriental garden.
• Central Lake Park - Laghetto dell'EUR, an area rich in Mediterranean trees.
• Garden of Ninfa, a beautiful oasis with over 1,300 species of plants.

Taking a trip out of town

For those who wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, there are several options for a trip out of town:

• Il Mare di Roma in Ostia, to enjoy the magic of the sea just a few kilometers from the center.
• The Borghetto dei Pescatori, a picturesque settlement where time seems to stand still.
• Pineta di Castelfusano: the area holds an exceptional historical-archaeological heritage that includes the Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica, the Imperial Ports of Claudius and Trajan, the Via Severiana, the Villa of Pliny, the Castle of Julius II, the Renaissance Tor San Michele, attributed to Michelangelo, the medieval Torre Boacciana, the medieval castles of Castel Fusano (Chigi) and Ostia Antica and the paleontological sites of Castel di Guido and Malafede.
• Santa Severa and Pyrgi: just a few kilometers from Rome, a magical place to spend a day of culture or relaxing by the sea, strolling through fields of wheat and striking beaches of black sand and blue water.

In conclusion, May Day in Rome offers an experience full of art, culture and fun, suitable for all tastes and ages. Whether you're an art lover, a sportsman or a family looking for fun, there's something for everyone in this wonderful city. Happy May 1 to all!