Hi There! I am in Rome now.
Gelato - San Crispino, just north of Pantheon, is a great choice. Limited selection of flavors, but some unique flavors and all are excellent.
Giolotti - offers many flavors, but this place is a tourist "mad house." You pay at counter first, get in a long line, then get your gelato. Coperto/extra charge for sitting with a cup or cone. We walked out of this place due to the atmosphere and enjoyed San Crispino gelato instead.
Spanish Steps is a bust. Don't waste your time. This site is under major renovation. You can't even see the steps.
Having a great time. Ciao!
Posted by
Massachusetts
715 posts
I agree. San Crispino Gelato in Piazza Maddalena, just north of the Pantheon, is the best and the Spanish Steps are not worth it even when they are uncovered. If i was in the area I would walk by, but not worth the trek to get there, IMHO.
Posted by
Idaho, USA
7803 posts
I agree with both of your comments. Loved that gelato as we would take our stroll each evening!
Posted by
Tel Aviv
15781 posts
You can't even see the steps That was my impression when I visited in February a few years ago - couldn't see them for all the people on them!!
Posted by
Tampa, FL, USA
1054 posts
I love San Crispino ever since a friend told me to stop in a few years back. There is also another one a few blocks from the Trevi fountain off the main tourist walking route