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We've compiled the best of the best in The Vatican - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
The excellent musical programming and the black-and-white-checker floors at Rome's most important live jazz and blues club evoke Harlem's 1930s jazz halls. The bar and restaurant are always busy, so reservations are suggested.
This cozy spot outside the Vatican is furnished like a familiar living room with a giant leather sofa and armchairs, making it easy to meet the people sitting next to you. Aperitivo (Italian happy hour) is served every evening, with a selection of classic cocktails, wine, and beer, plus the option of adding a small plate for €5.
This classy cocktail bar a few blocks from the Vatican makes you feel transported to a cozy salon in New York or London. In addition to some original creations, the bartenders make reliably good classics, including excellent dirty martinis. The kitchen stays open until midnight, so it's also a good spot for a late bite.
Situated just around the corner from Castel Sant'Angelo, Fonclea jams with live music—from jazz and Latin American to R&B and '60s cover bands—every night of the week. Entry is free.
