Looking for exciting Easter events in Rome in 2024? Rome is a city rich in history, culture, and traditions, and Easter is one of the most celebrated holidays in the city. There are countless things to do and places to go during the Easter period in Rome.
The Holy Week in Rome is full of events and rituals: among these, the celebration of Good Friday at the Colosseum, where the “Via Crucis” takes place, a reenactment of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
The first Via Crucis at the Colosseum was celebrated in 1750, wanted by Pope Benedict XIV for that jubilee year. The constant tradition of the Via Crucis at the Colosseum was resumed in 1965 by Paul VI and it was also the first time it was broadcast live on Eurovision.
The appointment for this year is set for March 29th, while for those who want to attend the Easter Mass, the religious service will be celebrated in the Basilica of San Pietro on March 31st at noon. The Easter Sunday Mass is an unforgettable experience that attracts thousands of Catholics and visitors from all over the world.
In addition to the religious events, there are also many theatrical performances and cultural activities to participate in during Easter in Rome.
Many theater shows are scheduled for the Easter period:
For those interested in live concerts, in Rome there is a rich calendar ranging from opera to pop music.
On March 29th, at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, there is Daniele Silvestri’s show Il Cantastorie Recidivo, while for the Opera Concert at Palazzo Santa Chiara, the event is scheduled until April 1st. Classical music and Neapolitan songs are instead scheduled at the Chiesa Valdese di Roma (March 29th/April 1st).
One of the most beautiful things to do in the city is certainly to dedicate a day to art.
Here are some exhibitions you cannot miss in Rome even during Easter 2024!
The Escher Exhibition is scheduled at Palazzo Bonaparte Nuovo Spazio Generali Valore Cultura Roma until April 1st, 2024.
Instead, as part of the centenary of the birth of Italo Calvino, at the Terme di Caracalla, the exhibition Sfida al labirinto. Calvino, le città, i ritratti di Tullio Pericoli, directed by Daniela Porro, can be visited until April 14th, 2024.
For those who love Roman history, until April 30th, at the Archaeological Park of the Colosseum, there is an exhibition dedicated to the Trajan’s Column, a unique symbol that was inaugurated on May 12th, 113 AD.
Easter is also the ideal time for a picnic in one of Rome’s many parks, when the temperatures are still pleasant and you want to spend some time outdoors. Among the most beautiful parks in Rome are Villa Borghese, Villa Doria Pamphilj, Villa Ada, Parco degli Acquedotti, and Parco della Caffarella.
Finally, a trip to Rome is not complete without tasting the delicious food and wine products of the city. Easter is a great time to try some of the traditional Roman dishes, such as lamb, artichokes, and fava beans, all accompanied by local wines.
Easter in Rome is an unforgettable experience that offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and tradition. Whether you are looking for a religious experience or simply want to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the city, Rome has something for everyone during Easter. So, start planning your trip and get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of Rome during this festive period!
If you are looking for a hotel located in an ideal position to participate in the Easter events in Rome, then the FH55 Grand Hotel Palatino is the perfect place for you. This luxurious hotel is located in the charming Monti district, a few meters from the Cavour metro station and, above all, a few steps from the Colosseum and the Imperial Fora.
The FH55 Grand Hotel Palatino is the perfect place for those who want to attend the Via Crucis at the Colosseum, which is just a 9-minute walk from the hotel.
