שכונת מונטי ברומא היא פנינה נסתרת, שמתגלה כיעד חובה עבור מטיילים המחפשים חוויה אותנטית ורחוקה מהמסלולים התיירותיים המוכרים. שכונה זו, שבעבר הייתה אזור עני במיוחד, עברה תהליך של התחדשות והפכה לאחד האזורים הכי מגניבים והכי טרנדיים בעיר.
The Monti neighborhood, adjacent to the Coliseum and the Roman Forum, used to be a horrible slum with muddy alleys and brothels. The narrow alleys and the old buildings told a story of a simple life, and of a strong community. Over the years, tourists and artists discovered the magic inherent in the historic buildings and the authentic street life, which led to a fascinating renewal process. Today, Monti is a center of attraction for young people, artists and people of culture, offering a wide range of experiences, from trendy cafes and boutiques to art galleries and excellent restaurants. Those who choose to travel in Monti will be able to experience the real Rome, beyond the known tourist routes.
When you arrive at Piazza della Madonna, you will know that you are in the heart of the neighborhood. There by the fountain you will see crowds sitting, eating their lunch, chatting or passing the time. One of the most fun things to do in Monti is to get lost in its small streets, indulge in a leisurely stroll through the neighborhood and its captivating streets. You don’t really need a map and a precise route. Just wander, a wander that reveals its charm. Throughout Monti you will find so many interesting things to do – vintage shops, fascinating churches, excellent food, bars, boutique hotels and lots of fascinating stories!
Where to eat in Monti?
- Urbana 47 – a charming place that serves only local organic food, handmade, cooked slowly and using traditional methods. The place itself is impressive and designed in a modern way with an open kitchen. Worth a look.
- Aromaticus – a kitchen based on the purity of plants, serving fresh, seasonal, colorful and flavorful food.
- Broccoletti – find the way to serve the classic Roman dishes in a modern and creative way.
- Tonda – personal pizzas with a special touch, and a great atmosphere.
- Grezzo – a chocolate shop with pure organic raw chocolate, where you will find a variety of pralines, chocolate bars, hot chocolate and healthy shakes, and crazy chocolate ice cream. Vegan, but more than successful to suit everyone.
- FataMorgana – another ice cream parlor with a very wide variety of special flavors such as nuts, violets, roses, papaya sorbet or chocolate ecstasy.
Where to buy in Monti:
- Pifebo Vintage Shop – One of the most famous vintage stores in Rome, featuring brands and super brands.
- Humana vintage – Humana has several branches throughout the city and throughout Europe, it is a second hand store that is actually an association that supports sustainability through second hand and also all its profits go to support educational programs mainly in Africa.
- Paolina roma – a cool charms bar for fans of the genre
What to see in Monti :
- Michelangelo’s statue of Moses , a Renaissance masterpiece, one of the most famous and impressive sculptures in the history of art.
- Santa Pudenziana Basilica di Santa Pudenziana – one of the oldest churches in Rome, known for an impressive mosaic from the fourth century and a bell tower in Romanesque style.
- Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore – one of the largest and most important basilicas in Rome includes a gold-plated ceiling, mosaics and mosaics, decorated columns and a special floor that uses beautiful geometric motifs.
To summarize, Monti is not another neighborhood, but a place we wouldn’t want you to miss, take the time to come, we’re sure you’ll like it, and if you don’t, that’s okay too, not all of us like the same thing, so you got to know another part of the city.
