Via Margutta: Rome’s Secret Artistic Haven 🎨

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Babette Crusted Brie with Truffles

Tucked away from the cacophony of Rome's bustling streets lies Via Margutta, a tranquil enclave renowned for its rich artistic legacy and serene ambiance. Described by art historian Johann Joachim Winkelmann as embodying "noble simplicity and quiet grandeur," Via Margutta invites visitors to step into a bygone era. This street, hidden in the Campo Marzio district between Piazza del Popolo and Piazza di Spagna, has been a muse for artists, writers, and filmmakers alike, earning its reputation as one of Rome’s most enchanting streets.

I spent time on Via Marghutta this weekend and was reminded of how special the street is and how secret indeed it still remains even though it's right in the middle of tourist chaos.