In the heart of Rome, Palazzo Gambirasi is being reborn as a future home for travellers who demand more. We are in the Rione Ripa, between the Tiber and Trastevere, off the beaten track, where you can still breathe in the aristocratic spirit of the Eternal City. And around Palazzo Gambirasi, there are hidden spots that seem to whisper secrets that only a true Roman would know how to point out to you.
The Angelica Library
Just a stone’s throw from Palazzo Gambirasi lies one of Europe’s oldest libraries, but you won’t find hordes of tourists here. The Biblioteca Angelica, founded in 1604, is a sanctuary of silence and light. Frequented over the centuries by philosophers and poets, today it is the perfect place for those seeking a picture-perfect shot, a moment of contemplation, or simply to lose themselves amongst ancient volumes with leather and gold-embossed covers.
Harpsichord Gallery
Inside Palazzo Borghese, tucked away in a secret courtyard, the Galleria del Cembalo is a hidden gem for connoisseurs. It exhibits contemporary photography and visual art in a breathtaking Baroque setting. It feels as though you are stepping into a private drawing room, reserved for a select few.
Antico Forno Roscioli
It’s not just a bakery, it’s a legend. But take note: we’re not talking about the brand’s ‘pop’ side. If you pop into the little Via dei Chiavari, you’ll discover the historic premises where every loaf of bread has a soul. Refined, authentic, fragrant. The locals know it well. Order a hot focaccia on the go, perhaps to go with a signature burrata and a bottle of natural white wine.
Palazzo Altemps – The Silent Nobility
Whilst everyone jostles for space in the Vatican Museums, Palazzo Altemps remains a haven of pure beauty. Ancient statues, frescoed rooms, and an air of aristocratic tranquillity that exudes history and velvet. Every room is a surprise, and the sophisticated presentation makes it one of the most elegant museums in Italy.
Luxury is knowing how to see
Around Palazzo Gambirasi, true luxury lies in the details: in a half-open door, in a Rome that cannot be bought, but must be discovered. And when this palace reopens its doors, it will be a gateway to a city that few truly know. We’re on our way!
