This essential tourist destination has undertaken large-scale renovation work. Although these projects are necessary, they disappoint many tourists.
It is one of the most popular destinations in the world. Its ancient and Renaissance treasures attract millions of tourists every year who come to admire the splendor of the city. However, in the fall of 2024, visitors could be surprised by the scale of the renovation work underway and some will leave disappointed with the experience…
Indeed, many of the Eternal City’s iconic monuments are currently closed to the public or offer a limited experience. From the famous Trevi Fountain to Piazza Navona via the Sant’Angelo Bridge, scaffolding and fences are omnipresent. This situation may cause some disappointment among tourists who expected to discover these mythical places in all their splendor. There are also many Instagram posts deploring this, like the Italian Francinno, author of a hilarious video on the subject, which pastiche her visit to the monuments of Rome.
The ongoing works aim to prepare the city for Jubilee 2025, a major religious event expected to attract record numbers of visitors. Rome’s mayor said crews were working hard to complete the renovations on time. The municipality has invested massively in these requalification and modernization projects, with a budget of 4.8 billion euros.
The town hall promises, the renovated monuments, such as the Trevi fountain which will regain its crystal clear water and a footbridge allowing you to admire its 18th century sculptures up close, will be even more impressive. Without adding that access to the famous fountain should now be charged, to the tune of 2 euros.
The only consolation prize is that while visiting Rome during this period of work may prove disappointing for some tourists, it is essential to understand that these renovations are an investment in the future of the city. Above all, in the meantime travelers can take advantage of this opportunity to discover little-known aspects of the Italian capital and be surprised by its hidden treasures, presented by the tourist office or let themselves be guided through the streets of Rome, in search of an authentic trattoria. Rome has not lost all its charms, far from it…