Fashion-forward Romans and visitors head to Via Condotti, officially Via dei Condotti, to update their wardrobes or get wind of the latest trends at boutiques dedicated to iconic designers like Gucci, Valentino, Armani, Prada, Ferragamo, and Dolce & Gabbana. This chic street is located just off Rome’s famous Piazza di Spagna, and many small-group and private walking tours of the city’s historic center or of its most important squares and fountains include a turn down Via Condotti between stops at nearby highlights like the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon. The neighborhood around Piazza di Spagna and Via Condotti is known for its numerous gelato shops and cafès, so opt for a food tour to add tastings of espresso, pastries, and other local treats to your exploration of Rome’s fashion epicenter.
The metro line A runs from the Termini train station to Piazza di Spagna, where Via Condotti begins.
Most of the boutiques on Via Condotti keep standard business hours, so visit from late morning to early evening to be able to enter. The area is pleasant to stroll through at night, though many of the most luxurious shops empty their windows at closing time to discourage break-ins.
Rome’s coffee culture is famous, and Antico Caffè Greco (commonly known as simply Caffè Greco) is one of the city's most storied coffee shops, serving artists, musicians, and writers for over 250 years. Luminaries including Keats, Byron, Shelley, Casanova, and Goethe have sipped coffee in the dining rooms, which double as art galleries decorated with works of art created by former patrons.
