The exhibitions and events that Rome hosts throughout the year are the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the art, history and culture not only of the Eternal City but of all Italy. The exhibitions range from the history of Ancient Rome to the works of Renaissance masters, contemporary art and photography. There are also international events that celebrate all the city’s aspects, including theatrical performances, musical concerts, film festivals and much more.
Albert Watson – Roma Codex
Until August 3, 2025, it will be possible to visit the photo exhibition Albert Watson – Roma Codex, at Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome. Over 200 shots that tell the contemporary story of the Capital.
Outdoor movie theater – Il cinema in piazza
From June 1st to July 13th, the event that brings the big screen under Rome’s starlit sky is back: Il Cinema in Piazza.
Orizzonti | Rosso
Until May 31, the new exhibition space PM23 at Palazzo Gabrielli-Mignanelli hosts Orizzonti|Rosso, a tribute to iconic fashion designer Valentino Garavani.
A night at the Colosseum
One of the most anticipated cultural events of Rome’s spring is back. Until September 30, visitors will once again have the extraordinary opportunity to join the night tours of “A night at the Colosseum”.
Imagining Rome. The Impossible Perspectives of Francesco Corni
Until October 19, 2025, the Baths of Caracalla host the exhibition “Imagining Rome. The Impossible Perspectives of Francesco Corni”. A true tribute to the history of the Eternal City.
World Press Photo Exhibition 2025
Images that tell the world’s stories: World Press Photo Exhibition 2025 at Palazzo Esposizioni Roma until June 9, 2025.
Chromotherapia. Feel-good color photography
Villa Medici is hosting the exhibition “Chromotherapia. Feel-good color photography” until June 9 — an immersive journey through 20th-century color photography, where art, emotion, and visual experimentation take center stage.
Richard Avedon. Italian days
Among the most captivating photography exhibitions in Rome, Richard Avedon. Italian Days, on view at the Gagosian Gallery until May 17, is a must-see.
Global Baroque: The World in Rome in the Age of Bernini
Until July 13, the Scuderie del Quirinale host the exhibition “Global Baroque: The World in Rome in the Age of Bernini in the Age of Bernini”.
The Art of the Popes. From Perugino to Barocci
In the heart of Rome, within the evocative setting of Castel Sant’Angelo, the extraordinary exhibition The Art of the Popes: From Perugino to Barocci comes to life. Among the 38 masterpieces on display, visitors will find works by renowned painters such as Perugino, Andrea del Sarto, and Annibale Carracci.
Frida Kahlo: through the lens of Nickolas Muray
Until July 20, the Museo Storico della Fanteria in Rome hosts the photo exhibition Frida Kahlo: through the lens of Nickolas Muray, featuring over 60 images shown in the Capital for the first time.
Caravaggio 2025
The Caravaggio 2025 exhibition will be at the Galleria Nazionala di Arte Antica in Palazzo Barberini until July 6.
Picasso the stranger
Palazzo Cipolla in Rome celebrates the genius of Picasso with an extraordinary exhibition. An unmissable opportunity to discover his extraordinary contribution to the history of art.
Flowers. Art from the Renaissance to Artificial Intelligence
Until September 14, 2025, the Chiostro del Bramante hosts “Flowers. From the Renaissance to Artificial Intelligence,” a sensory exhibition dedicated to nature.
Tony Cragg. Infinite forme
The exhibition Tony Cragg. Endless forms most beautiful will be at the Baths of Diocletian until May 4, 2025.