Between the winding cobblestone streets and the golden glow of the evening lights, the Eternal City is the perfect backdrop for love. In such a setting, what better place could there be to ask the single most important question of your life—Amore mio, will you marry me? Now, it’s time to figure out the best place to propose in Rome. Here are five of the best options.
Top 5 Place to Propose While in Rome
Heading to Rome on a proposal trip? Good call. You’re going to love it and so is your bride or groom-to-be. A pro tip is to keep stress levels down by avoiding crowds. Plan your lunch and dinner options ahead of time so being hangry doesn’t spoil the mood.
Consider booking some guided tours to avoid lines and crowds when visiting the Colosseum and the Vatican. Its an overall better experience and you’ll be riding the highs of visiting the Colosseum Underground of the Vatican before it’s open all day until your special moment!
5. Piazza Campidoglio
A commonplace for weddings or wedding photography in Rome, Piazza Campidoglio is up there as on our list as the best place to propose in Rome. As the sun begins to set, a fiery glow overtakes the immaculate square.
As you bend down to one knee for a marriage proposal in Rome, the rosy light reflects across the rooftops below you. If that weren’t enough, this is the perfect place to catch a view of the Roman Forum from above. What more could you want?
Address: Piazza del Campidoglio
4. Casina Valadier
The garden café/bar at this chic restaurant is at the beginning of the central Villa Borghese park. When you see this place, you’ll understand why this is one of the best restaurants to propose in.
It’s more than conducive for a romantic evening. Snuggle up in this elegant restaurant and enjoy an epic bird’s eye view of the Eternal City. Then of course, top of the evening with a new diamond ring for your beloved. Perfection!
Address: Piazza Bucarest 00187, Rome Italy | Hours: Tues-Sun 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon Closed | Website
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3. Gianicolo Hill
Intimate and serene both in the daylight and evening, Gianicolo Hill is the perfect place to take in a 180-degree angle of Rome. Gaze at the Seven Hills of Rome, the striking monuments, and even the dome of St. Peter’s while holding your (new) fiancé’s hand.
This is also an incredible place to watch the sunrise or set, as you pop the question.
Address: Via del Gianicolo 00165 Rome, Italy
2. Top of the Spanish Steps
Easily one of the most beautiful spots in Rome, the Spanish Steps have always been the place to kiss your loved one as you look out over the electric streets of Rome. Better yet, though, is the (often quieter) from above. Climb the steps and use the magical backdrop as the best place to propose in Rome.
To share the moment over some wine, check out the rooftop terrace to the right of the steps, Il Palazzetto.
Address: Il Palazzetto Terrace | Tel: +39 06 699 34 506 | Hours: depends on the weather (call ahead)
1. Trevi Fountain
Classy, epic, and not as touristy as you might think. Sure, there will be crowds unless you go in the middle of the night or at sunrise (idea?), but that means there will also be immediate congratulatory applause!
Plus, how great of memory would it be to watch movies or see postcards of the spot that hosted the happiest moment of your life? Ask the average person what the best place to propose in Rome is and they’ll most likely say it’s the Trevi Fountain.
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Nice! I have yet to see a proposal go down in Rome, but will probably cry like a sappy mess once I do see it. Haha.
This looks great! I love Italy, such a romantic country
I’m planning on proposing to my girlfriend in Rome and was just wanted to know some real nice romantic scenes. Thankyou Oliver
Ciao Oliver! The ones in this blog are really great. Villa Borghese is really beautiful, especially in the areas overlooking the city!
I’m planning a trip to Italy end of June and want to propose to my better half in the Vatican City. Who can help put such arrangements together? Could really use someone on the ground, including a photographer, etc.
Ciao Paul! What an awesome idea. We recommend just hiring a professional photographer in Rome. BUT, if you’d like us to organize something special for you two, like a surprise prosecco toast, let us know!