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A summer in Rome special

The best gelato, outdoor cinemas, scenic walks at night — and much more

Supported by Bulgari

© Marco Di Stefano/Kintzing

Because the night: an illuminating walk through Rome after dark
The air is cooler, the crowds have thinned, the landmarks are beautifully lit up — the Eternal City is at its best once the sun has gone down
Iced gems: chef Jacob Kenedy’s guide to the best gelato in Rome
The man behind London’s Bocca di Lupo restaurant and Gelupo gelateria shares his go-to places for a scoop or two
Layers of Lazio: a cultural weekend on Rome’s coast
Explore Etruscan necropoli and imposing medieval castles taken over by pirates and Nazis, just under an hour from the capital
Beyond the Trevi: a guide to Rome’s other fascinating fountains
Away from the obvious crowd-pullers are a host of watery wonders where you may even find yourself alone . . .
Scene stealers: a guide to Rome’s stunning open-air cinemas
Free film screenings in some of the city’s most beautiful historic locations are one of the true highlights of summer
Keep your cool: five spots near Rome for a swim in the sea
Head for these cerulean waters, where the backdrop might be a medieval castle, a clifftop hamlet or an enchanted island

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