All the best places to stay, eat, drink and shop in Rome
Where to go vintage shopping
Borghetto Flaminio Flea Market
Open on Sundays from 10am to 7pm, at this upmarket yet funky flea market you can find everything from pre-loved designer goods to antiques, jewellery and accessories.
Twice Vintage
For eclectic, colourful designer gems, the best spot is Twice Vintage (which is also a favourite of Zendaya’s). You’ll find everything from 70s-inspired sunglasses to faux fur coats, moto jackets and Mary Janes.
Revolution Vintage
Specialising in designer bags, leather accessories and luggage, you’ll find everything from vintage Hermès scarves to YSL carry-alls.
Ciao Vintage
An absolute go-to for perfectly worn-in CHANEL and Louis Vuitton bags and vintage jewellery. Peruse their Instagram account for a taste of what you might find.
Pifebo Vintage
With two different locations in Rome, Pifebo is a go-to for menswear pieces (or oversized womenswear looks), specifically vintage jerseys, shackets, bombers and pullover sweaters.
Humana Vintage
Humana offers a fun mix of high and low brands, from second-hand 90s athleisure to vintage tees and denim pieces.
Blue Goose
For classic, tailored pieces visit Blue Goose who sell pre-loved luxury designer goods like Gucci wrap dresses and sweaters, Moschino coats and Sartore Paris riding boots.
Open Door Bookshop
An independent bookstore that not only hosts a series of readings and events but offers second- hand books in Italian, English, French and German. There’s everything from Shakespeare to travel coffee table books and custom tote bags.
The spots you might not have had your list
Explore the streets of Trastevere
Described as everything from ‘bohemian’ to ‘enchanting,’ the Trastevere neighbourhood is an old working class district of Rome, which is now known for its lively night scene, cool bars and quirky restaurants. While it’s not a particularly large area, you’ll also discover a plethora of traditional artisan shops, quaint alleyways, arches decorated in bougainvilleas, romantic corners and cobblestone streets. It is on the other side of the river from some of the more tourist spots, but it’ll only take you 15 to 20 minutes to walk back to the city centre. Some of our favourite streets include Via della Languretta, Viccolo del Piede, Via dell’Arco di San Calisto, Viccolo del Cinque, Via del Moro and Via della Pelliccia.
