I am back in Rome after some time away.
Thus far in 2016, I have been on a lot of planes.
Boston, South Dakota, Florida, San Francisco, Los Angeles; all with stops in San Diego in between.
Finally with a new visa in my passport, I took one last flight to Rome via London.
It is January and I am tired of planes for the time being.
All I want is to take a walk.
I usually explore the historic center of Rome, because I love turning corners and spotting the perfectly faded ombre wall topped with a blue dome.
I love these hidden corners of Rome.
But I needed to really take a walk. I needed space.
Villa Borghese is the perfect place to get a bit of breathing room in Rome.
On sunny winter days, it is warm enough to get comfortable and read a book.
The park is perfect for long strolls.
Filled with paths, a lake with row boats, and even a horse ring, Villa Borghese is one of the best green spaces in Rome.
It is dotted with sculptures that you can admire as you wander.
Or stop for a picnic if you remember to pack lunch after a visit to Galleria Borghese.
Wide avenues criss cross the park, which also make it popular with bicyclist and rollerbladers on weekends.
I seek out the quieter spaces.
And at the end? Well, then you have all of Rome in front of you – a beautiful view from the Pincio terrace.
How much further you go from there is up to you.
lovely! looks like it warm is enough for sitting long hours outdoor? i’m most likely to fly in around 8 feb. less known hide-outs always enchant me more :).
I think so! If you find a nice sunny spot, even February should be fine. It is so central as well – there are entrances near the Spanish Steps and also Piazza del Popolo, among others. So it is a good way to escape the city for a few hours and then pop right back into the center.
Beautiful, sun-soaked photos as always! Can’t believe how many planes you’ve been on already! Hope you get time to put your feet up soon xxx
Lucy @ La Lingua | Travel, Food, Italy
Sun-soaked even in winter! It has been so mild this season. No more planes for me! Just my own two feet for awhile 🙂
If you have the chance to walk to the Borghese park do not miss also the important art collection in the area . Villa Borghese is very famous also for the Borghese art gallery, the National Gallery and also the important villa Medici which under reservation you can visit.
I still need to go to Villa Medici! Well agreed on the Galleria Borghese and the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art. Thanks for the suggestions!
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