Known as a powerful, innovative artistic destination, Rome is a famous destination visited by millions of people throughout the world. Founded in 753 BCE, located in the Lazio region of Italy, Roma is an ancient city famous for its conquests, caesars, art, wine and pasta. When visiting Rome for the first time, visitors flock toward the Colosseum, an amphitheater once used for gladiator combat, the Vatican, home to the Pope, and St. Peter's Square, a large plaza with an Egyptian obelisk erected in the middle of the square. For those who enjoy making waves, here are 6 water activities people can participate in while visiting Roma:
1 Swimming & Snorkeling
A Rome water activity for those wanting to go off the beaten path and see what the Mediterranean Sea has to offer, take a boat to Ponzi Island and enjoy some sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling. Ponzi Island is well known due to the world-famous poem "The Odessey" by Homer which tell of the sorceress Circe who turned some of Odysseus crew into pigs.
Recommendation: Take a ferry to Ponzi Island, which costs approximately €60. There are several tour packages available where you can spend the day out in the sea.
2 Fountains Galore
A must see on your itinerary is visiting one of Roma's fountains. With thousands to visit, the most recognized fountain in Rome (arguably the world) is Trevi Fountain. Created in the 18th century and designed by Nicola Salvi, it is the largest Baroque fountain in The Eternal City standing approx. 26 metres high and 49 metres wide. Spread kindness and goodwill by tossing a coin in the fountain, which is collected by Roman charity, Caritas, which provides social services and food throughout the world. In addition to Fontana del Trevi, other fountains in Roma include Tritone in Barberini Square, Fountain of Frogs in Quartiere Coppedèv, and Fontana della Barcaccia located in Piazza di Spagna.
Recommendation: For good karma, toss a coin (or a couple) into a fountain with your right hand over your left shoulder. For 1 coin, legend says that person will have a safe return back to The Eternal City. For couples, if 2 coins are toss, both will return safely to Rome. For 3 coins, you are guaranteed a Roman wedding!
3 Water Parks - A Theme Park H2O Adventure
Another great water activity in Rome during the warm season, get some relief from the heat at a water park. A great activity to visit with friends or kids, there are several water parks to visit in The Eternal City including MagicSplash, the water park attraction of theme park MagicLand. Located in Valmontone, visitors can go to one or both parks starting at €14,90 and reserve an umbrella and sunbed at Playa Del Sol. Wellness gurus can relax at Bayahibe, a wellness pool where you can relax in a whirlpool tub, wellness pool that is over 400 sq. metres that contains jets, whirlpools and effervescent seating. Sunbathing is also an option with sunbed and umbrella rentals.
Recommendation: Another water park located in Rome is Aqua World, a water park near amusement parks Cinecittà World, a theme park, and Roma World, a natural park with events centered around ancient Rome. Individual tickets are available starting at €10 with subscription options for all 3 parks and include hotel packages.
4 Heal In A Thermal Bath & Hot Springs
An Italian favorite, a therapeutic Rome water activity is visiting hot springs and thermal baths, which have been a hit for many centuries. With the first thermal bath designed around the 12th century, hot springs and thermal baths are an excellent healing activity where people can get away from the hustle and bustle and indulge in a pleasurable warm temperature bath and relaxing ambiance. When visiting The Eternal City during colder weather, you can take a day trip to a thermal bath such as AcquaMadre Hammam, located in the Jewish Ghetto of Rome, and includes a menu of therapeutic services such as Rhassoul clay masks, Dead Sea mud baths and rosehip oil massages.
Recommendation: For those wanting to get out of the city, visit Therma Oasi, a recently updated thermal bath that can be reached with a 1.5-hour drive from Roma.
5 Go Cruisin'
Another popular visitor favorite in The Eternal City is taking a cruise. This fun Rome water activity provides an array of cruise options to choose from of various durations ranging from hours to weeks. For those who prefer a side attraction, you can take a cruise on the Tiber River and enjoy a romantic evening with delicious treats and Italian wine. For those who want an all-inclusive, multi-location cruise, consider taking a weeklong luxurious Mediterranean cruise visiting Italian cities Venice, Sicily, Roma, Florence and Pisa before heading to Nice and Marseille, France and ending in Barcelona, Spain.
Recommendation: Stay healthy by keeping up to date on vaccinations and packing anti-motion sickness remedies such as medications, ginger or wristbands.
6 Beach Holiday
Water lovers can visit a local beach when visiting Roma. Located just a short distance from the city center, beach goers can check out "Rome's beach" Ostia, the most popular beach in the metropolitan area. For more peace and quiet, visit Fregene Beach, which can be reached by bus or train. Another popular beach, which is about a 2-hour drive from Roma, is the famous Cala Violina Beach. This beach requires reservations to enter the beach.
Recommendation: Want to go to a local, secret gem, check out Palidoro Beach, an uncrowded beach where you can have a private rendezvous while enjoying the sunset. Palidoro Beach is best reached by car and parking is available at Bambino Gesù Hospital, which costs approximately €1 and is a 5-minute walk from the beach.
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