Verano Monumental Cemetery: free guided tours and bike rides from May 9

Verano Monumental Cemetery: guided visits and bike tours

The Verano Monumental Cemetery in Rome opens its monumental complex with a schedule of free guided tours that highlight history, art and memory across its funerary monuments and green spaces. Events take place on weekends in May, with an additional session on 2 June 2026.

Practical information

• Dates: 9–31 May 2026, plus 2 June 2026.
• Typical hours: weekend visits between 9:30 and 15:00.
• Duration: about 2 hours per visit.
• Total sessions: 43 appointments, all free of charge.
• Booking: required until places are full.
• Accessibility: barrier-free routes available; some tours feature LIS interpretation provided by the National Deaf Association of Rome.
• Location: Piazzale del Verano, 1 – 00185 Rome.

Program highlights

Tours cover a variety of themes: historical itineraries retracing episodes from the Unification of Italy and the First World War, literary routes following notable cultural figures, music and cinema-focused visits, and artistic walks showcasing sculptures and funerary monuments.

For the first time, bicycle tours are included to explore the Verano’s more than 80 hectares.

Featured appointments

• CicloVerano (bike tour): 9, 10, 30 and 31 May 2026 – 11:30. An itinerary through architecture, monuments and the cemetery's urban history.
• Rome and the Great War: 10 May 2026 – 10:30. From the Military Memorial to the graves of famous figures and ordinary citizens.
• 100 years of radio and 70 years of TV in Italy: 17 May 2026 – 9:30; 23 May 2026 – 12:00. A route dedicated to pioneers of Italian broadcasting.

Tips for attendees

• Advance booking is necessary to secure a spot: check the official Verano booking page for full details and registration procedures before attending.
• Arrive a few minutes early to facilitate group check-in.
• Wear comfortable shoes; some routes include unpaved paths and outdoor areas.

These visits are a practical way to experience the Verano as a place of memory, art and urban landscape—suitable for history buffs, architecture lovers and anyone curious about Rome’s cultural heritage.