Trastevere Rome | UNA Esperienze presents to its guests the immersive project ‘Rome by Romans – Trastevere.’ A unique and innovative way to enrich your journey in the Eternal City with sensory experiences and discover the authentic soul of the neighborhood.
The project, available free of charge to hotel guests, is based on the idea that Rome should not only be visited, but experienced through the five senses: sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch become storytelling tools and ways to connect with the area’s authentic local realities, involving artists and artisans.
Each sense brings to life a dedicated itinerary that tells the story of the neighborhood through a series of experiences and recommendations, revealing the district in a different light, far from the usual conventional routes and shaped by the advice of those who live and breathe Trastevere every day.
Receive the five itineraries by asking our Reception Staff or download the digital versions by clicking on the links below.
SIGHT
Images and colors to discover the gems hidden in the alleyways of Trastevere. Gallerist Carla Chiarchiaro invites guests to sharpen their gaze and observe the neighborhood’s distinctive details: a Roman capital set into a medieval wall, a Baroque depiction above a Renaissance doorway, the afternoon light that turns stone into painting.
Download the dedicated roadmap.
HEARING
Between silences and sounds, hearing shapes atmospheres, stories, and sensations. Musician and entrepreneur Enzo Abbate offers guests an itinerary filled with fascinating insights to tune into the vibrant heart of a district that is both calm and lively at the same time. Don’t miss the iconic playlist to play in your headphones as you stroll through the neighborhood: a blend of vintage soundtracks and contemporary tunes.
Download the dedicated roadmap.
TASTE
Flavors that turn into emotions. Through the recommendations and tips of Chef Mauro Mencacci, Trastevere reveals its most mouthwatering nuances: from traditional maritozzi filled with the freshest whipped cream to the unmissable artichokes, all the way to the aroma of soffritto with anchovies and vinegar. Discover the authentic taste of the neighborhood, best savored as you stroll.
Download the dedicated roadmap.
SMELL
Fragrances that tell the story of the neighborhood, layered in the air like stone upon stone. Rosa Manzone, a florist and true Trastevere local, shares the places that hold the scents and aromas of Trastevere, those that create memories destined to last forever: the roasted coffee, the smell of cookies wafting into the street, the basil that grows between the cobblestones.
Download the dedicated roadmap.
TOUCH
Ceramic artist and artisan Anne de Bellefroid guides guests on an itinerary to discover the hidden soul of Trastevere, the one the eyes cannot see and that reveals itself only through touch. Weathered walls, uneven cobblestones, ancient wooden doors, crafted glass, ceramics born from fire: every surface vibrates, every material is alive.
