Roman Holiday: Audrey Hepburn's gelato and the Rome of the film

Roman Holiday (1953) made Rome eternal in the imagination of the whole world. Princess Ann, played by Audrey Hepburn, tours the city on a Vespa, cuts her hair and tastes freedom… with a gelato in hand. Here is the itinerary through the film’s places and the flavours to try.

The gelato on the Spanish Steps

The gelato scene on the Spanish Steps is one of the most famous in film history. Even today, an artisan gelato while strolling through the centre is the sweetest way to experience Rome like Audrey.

The film’s other locations

The itinerary takes in the Mouth of Truth, the Colosseum, Castel Sant’Angelo and the squares of the historic centre. A perfect tour of timeless monuments and views.

What to taste in the Rome of the film

Beyond gelato, the Rome of Roman Holiday is one of historic cafés and trattorias: treat yourself to a cappuccino at the bar, a maritozzo with cream, and in the evening authentic Roman cuisine. Rome is the city with the most food locations on our site: discover them on the Rome page.

In short

Roman Holiday is an invitation to experience Rome with lightness: a Vespa, a staircase and a gelato. A classic that, decades later, still makes you want to travel. Browse the other films set in the capital.