Rain in Rome, what to do!?

There are a gazillion things to do indoors. Have you checked out any of the museums? Major cities have plenty of indoor activities, it just depends what you're interested in.

It rained while we were there and that did not stop us. It was not a downpour, just light rain. We did the Borghese Museum, from there walked to lunch, walked around that neighborhood, grabbed an afternoon coffee and treat. Of course I did not have a baby with us, but I think it is till very doable if you have a rain cover for the stroller.

One activity I would NOT do ever again on a rainy day is try to ride Rome's HOHO bus!

We were soaked on the upper level before we were allowed to move down to any vacant seats on the lower level - where the attendant was going through rolls of paper towels like crazy. And at many of the stops, no one got off the bus so there we were waiting under an umbrella in the rain for the next bus ...

Check this out for some ideas ...

https://anamericaninrome.com/wp/2018/03/things-to-do-on-a-rainy-day-in-rome/

We unfortunately did not bring a rain cover:/ which means carrying her in a carrier which is tough for a full day and if it's raining or wet she's not able to walk around often.

Hi,

You don't state where you are staying, so it may be a bit of walking in the rain with any suggestions.

Crowds will vary. Since rain is forecast, a lot of indoor places may be more crowded. And, you may have to wait in lines in the rain.

When you mention "RS walking tours," I presume you've seen a lot of the major outside attractions?

There is no shortage of Churches. There is Castel Sant'Angelo National Museum - closer to St. Peter's/Vatican if you visit them.

Have you been to St. Peter's already? Security and big bag check. If a big bag or backpack, you'll have to check it. Best to check website for accuracy. Free to enter. But, I can't say what the lines will be like. Once you're in, you can spend a long time looking at each ornate statue, ponder at the beautiful altars, stop in the gift shop. ***

Here is a link to browse for a few ideas: https://www.rome.net/museums - mostly museums. Of course, check official websites for times, accuracy, pricing, and policies about using a stroller if you have one.

Another place for ideas: https://www.timeout.com/rome/things-to-do/best-museums-in-rome

In Rome, at the first rain drop, umbrella men swarm the streets. See if you can find a market, an inexpensive store like "Tiger" or even drop by Campo de' Fiori - maybe they sell little coverings for kids.

Another check point could be Termini - if you are near there. They have a lot of stores there.

updated to consolidate suggestion ***

The best times I've ever had in Europe were when it was cold and/or wet. It's quiet and empty and magic. I remember a week in Venice in December. Didn't hear anyone speak English for 7 days.

Put a hat on the baby and have fun! The Borghese Gallery is stupendous. The Cappuccin Crypt. St. Peter's Basilica. The Vatican Museum. I'll bet the Trevi Fountain will be empty.

The best times I've ever had in Europe were when it was cold and/or wet. It's quiet and empty and magic.

The concept of "backdoor travel" is seeing and experiencing how locals live. We do winter and late winter travel to northern regions and find that locals are out and about. We see Nordic parents pushing weatherized prams about. Here's an interesting insight into backdoor travel with young children: https://www.fatherly.com/health-science/why-norwegian-babies-sleep-outside/

In Norway and most other Scandinavian countries, children nap in the
outdoors starting as young as two weeks old. But they’re not simply
basking in a sunbeam on a mild summer afternoon. These kids are parked
in prams on busy city sidewalks and terraces in all weather, including
days as cold as -4F, for up to 3 hours.

So what's a litle rain. Just dress the little one for the weather conditions and get a pram cover.

it rained while we was there so we went onto the roof with some wine and enjoyed the atmosphere

I'll bet the Trevi Fountain will be empty.

Er, not exactly. Looks to me like plenty of tourists are braving the elements in Rome! :O)

https://www.skylinewebcams.com/en/webcam/italia/lazio/roma/fontana-di-trevi.html

https://www.skylinewebcams.com/en/webcam/italia/lazio/roma/pantheon.html

But you've been given plenty of great ideas. My guess is that it won't be a steady rain - in fact, people were taking their umbrellas down as I was watching the live cam - so you'll get some outdoor strolling in without getting wet.

Capitaline Museum.

Am I reading your response correctly that the stroller doesn’t have a rain cover? Or is it your daughter that doesn’t have a rain cover? Also, would you mind sharing the neighborhood where you’re staying so people could give more neighborhood suggestions?

If it’s the stroller that needs a rain cover, the ponchos the street sellers peddle seem to be pretty transparent - would that work to cover the stroller? We’ve been in and out of Rome the last couple of weeks and while the rain has been off and on, it can pour heavily.

Capitoline was less crowded and St. Peter’s Basilica was nearly empty at 5:00 on a Tuesday - for that matter the Vatican was bearable at 3:30 that day as well.