Via dei Coronari
Via dei Coronari
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Brad
Hong Kong, China175,371 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
This is a charming cobble-stoned street that runs from Piazza di Tor Sanguigna (east) to Piazza dei Coronari. It is around 500 metres long and lined with 15th and 16th-century buildings. You'll find casual eateries, bakeries, little shops along this highly photogenic street which is considered by many to be amongst the mos beautiful in the city centre of Rome. We enjoyed passing by fairly early in the morning to see the street before it was taken over by tourists and crowds.
Written May 1, 2024
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WanderingOttersons
Denver, CO1,476 contributions
May 2023
We only wandered Rome for about three days (to the tune of about 25,000 steps per day), but this was absolutely one of our favorite little streets. Great shops, some fantastic buildings and just a really great feel. If you’re in Rome to see some cool boutique shops, or just interested in looking, then this is a perfect place to start. We even ended up picking up a Bialetti Moka for our travels at one of their stores. For those of you who know – you know. For those that don’t, you must try one out. You will see them and their knock-offs all over Europe and is the preferred way to make coffee at home. It is calculated that about 90% of Italian families own one and the Italians know some things about coffee.
Written June 12, 2023
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom11,213 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Via dei Coronari is often said to be one of Rome’s prettiest streets. That’s a big call because Rome is full of beautiful little streets and charming corners.
It is right in the heart of Rome and runs from Piazza Navona, but where Piazza Navona is heaving with tourists, via dei Coronari is quieter and less busy.
This is not somewhere you go for ‘must-see’ sights. Rather it is a place to wander down and soak up the atmosphere.
The street is lined with plant tubs and mostly Renaissance buildings. Much of the architecture dates back the 15th and the 16th century and has retained its character.
We liked spotting the street shrines or Madonnella. Some of the street corners still have these traditional images of Mary which were placed high up, usually on a corner, so that Mary could look down over the street, protecting and blessing the street below and its passers-by.
Keep an eye out for one in particular which is the oldest of the Roman street shrines. It dates back to 1523. The painting itself is darkened with age so is not clearly visible but the heavy stone frame is easier to recognise.
Mid-way, we came across Piazza San Simeone, a tiny but charming square. It's recognisable by the small, pretty, 16th century fountain by Giacomo Della Porta. The fountain is only one of his small pieces. He also designed some of the monumental fountains in Piazza del Popolo and in Piazza Navona.
Whilst via Coronari is not a shopping area as such, there are clothing, jewellery, antique and gelato shops to browse in and a lot of small restaurants and bar/cafes along the way.
It’s also pedestrian-friendly. There are no cars so you are free to stroll and wander.
If you start from the Piazza Navona end, via dei Coronari will bring you out at the Ponte St Angelo, the bridge that leads to Castel Sant’Angelo and the Vatican.
It is right in the heart of Rome and runs from Piazza Navona, but where Piazza Navona is heaving with tourists, via dei Coronari is quieter and less busy.
This is not somewhere you go for ‘must-see’ sights. Rather it is a place to wander down and soak up the atmosphere.
The street is lined with plant tubs and mostly Renaissance buildings. Much of the architecture dates back the 15th and the 16th century and has retained its character.
We liked spotting the street shrines or Madonnella. Some of the street corners still have these traditional images of Mary which were placed high up, usually on a corner, so that Mary could look down over the street, protecting and blessing the street below and its passers-by.
Keep an eye out for one in particular which is the oldest of the Roman street shrines. It dates back to 1523. The painting itself is darkened with age so is not clearly visible but the heavy stone frame is easier to recognise.
Mid-way, we came across Piazza San Simeone, a tiny but charming square. It's recognisable by the small, pretty, 16th century fountain by Giacomo Della Porta. The fountain is only one of his small pieces. He also designed some of the monumental fountains in Piazza del Popolo and in Piazza Navona.
Whilst via Coronari is not a shopping area as such, there are clothing, jewellery, antique and gelato shops to browse in and a lot of small restaurants and bar/cafes along the way.
It’s also pedestrian-friendly. There are no cars so you are free to stroll and wander.
If you start from the Piazza Navona end, via dei Coronari will bring you out at the Ponte St Angelo, the bridge that leads to Castel Sant’Angelo and the Vatican.
Written May 4, 2024
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travveller95
Augusta, Maine264 contributions
Oct 2012 • Couples
We stopped at several shops along this lovely street, but two stand out: Kouki and a new shop, Leila. Leila is the daughter of the proprietor of Kouki. Also nearby is Maffetone Design for lovely old tiles.
First, Kouki (#26). If you love Murano glass beads, this is the spot.Kouki has lovely beads, Murano and otherwise, but, hanging near the cash register are strands of top quality Murano beads. These are the kind that are LOADED with silver foil, in great colors. The shop also has a great selection of non-Murano glass beads with silver foil, but the strands are the best of the best. Ask to see them and the proprietor will show them. You will pay 40-50 Euro per strand (depending on size and style) but this comes to about 1 Euro per bead, as there are 50 per strand, which is a bargain. He also sells individual beads, jewelry, and a small selection of art glass.
Leila is at #24 (on the other side of the street, closer to Piazza Navona. Her card says #224, but she is really just a few doors down from her father. She only sells individual beads, but in a few different colors. Like KOUKI, she also has pre-made jewelry, but she also has the finest, most elegant Venetian masks - just spectacular. Her tiny shop is beautifully appointed for easy shopping and she has great taste. None of her pieces are the cheap, garish masks that you see everywhere - these are meticulously crafted in clear, true colors and details.
Finally, just off Via dei Coronari at Via di Panico #26 is Maffetone Design. This is a tiny, dusty shop that sells beautiful old tile - and the proprietor will educate you about each one. The colors are soft, the tiles imperfect, but each on is something special. Worth a visit. I bought an old Sicilian tile about 8X8 inches, wonderful floral design, for 35 Euro - something unique that I'll treasure forever.
First, Kouki (#26). If you love Murano glass beads, this is the spot.Kouki has lovely beads, Murano and otherwise, but, hanging near the cash register are strands of top quality Murano beads. These are the kind that are LOADED with silver foil, in great colors. The shop also has a great selection of non-Murano glass beads with silver foil, but the strands are the best of the best. Ask to see them and the proprietor will show them. You will pay 40-50 Euro per strand (depending on size and style) but this comes to about 1 Euro per bead, as there are 50 per strand, which is a bargain. He also sells individual beads, jewelry, and a small selection of art glass.
Leila is at #24 (on the other side of the street, closer to Piazza Navona. Her card says #224, but she is really just a few doors down from her father. She only sells individual beads, but in a few different colors. Like KOUKI, she also has pre-made jewelry, but she also has the finest, most elegant Venetian masks - just spectacular. Her tiny shop is beautifully appointed for easy shopping and she has great taste. None of her pieces are the cheap, garish masks that you see everywhere - these are meticulously crafted in clear, true colors and details.
Finally, just off Via dei Coronari at Via di Panico #26 is Maffetone Design. This is a tiny, dusty shop that sells beautiful old tile - and the proprietor will educate you about each one. The colors are soft, the tiles imperfect, but each on is something special. Worth a visit. I bought an old Sicilian tile about 8X8 inches, wonderful floral design, for 35 Euro - something unique that I'll treasure forever.
Written October 14, 2012
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bruce p
Albuquerque, NM3,994 contributions
Nov 2013 • Family
Great shopping district....some awesome brand stores along with some local type upper scale stores. Very secure feeling here too, clean and safe!
Written May 25, 2014
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joelgeyer
Minneapolis, MN104 contributions
Apr 2014 • Business
The best "Antiquities" and the most expensive "Shops." But still it has the atmosphere of an old Renaissance street. No cars. Narrow. Elegant. Also the west end leads to the Vatican. In fact, the street virtually links the Piazza Navona and the Vatican. Great walk.
Written May 28, 2014
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Manuela L
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg6,638 contributions
Dec 2019
Not far away from the top end of Piazza Navona, it's Rome's antiques alley,lined with romantique shops , selling evereything of antiques trade, but also super shoes and other leather shops, prices are what you can expect in this central location,
nice street for one of the towns most absorbing bits of sightseeing
nice street for one of the towns most absorbing bits of sightseeing
Written November 27, 2020
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luvroma2
Reading, PA1,946 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
This street used to be almost exclusively high end antique shops and shops related to the repair and refurbishment of antiques. Each time we come, there are more and more souvenir type stores. When an antique store closes, it is replaced by a mini mart, a gelato shop, a nick knack store and most recently - a down market nail salon. I guess antiques are no longer in fashion, but it sad to see the decline of the quality of stores on this street.
Written June 3, 2016
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Kostyantyn V
Dnipro, Ukraine1,008 contributions
Apr 2016 • Family
Cosy narrow street with lots of small shops (leather manufacturers in particular), trattorias, gelaterias, piazzas, etc. Just stroll along, have fun and be sure to pick the best ones (you can see them in my reviews :-)
Written April 30, 2016
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The Spanish Steps Apartment
Rome, Italy34,186 contributions
Oct 2013 • Friends
Via dei Coronari, close to Piazza Navona, is one of Rome's finest shopping streets. Antiques, jewelry, home decor, clothes boutiques … it's all here on a gorgeous street, perfect for wandering and window shopping, occasionally stopping off for a glass of prosecco. Great for that pre- or post-dinner stroll.
Written November 20, 2013
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In genere i negozi sono chiusi la domenica..però i negozi per turisti, che vendono oggetti soprattutto per turisti, sono aperti.
Written June 21, 2017
My husband lost a beloved flat cap hat he bought in mid 2015 from a clothing store on via dei conorari and I would love to try and replace it for him if only I could remember the name of the store! It sold both men's and women's clothes and I think it was on a corner, not far from the piazza di San simeone. Any suggestions or help is much appreciated!
Written July 7, 2016
Thinking of an eight week winter stay on Via del Coronari in a small apartment. Do not want a touristy area. Wou;d you use this area as your base?
Written April 27, 2016
It is a bit ambigous. Via dei Coronari is close to the tourist focal point Piazza Navona. So, tourist will passing Via dei Coronari. However, in this street is no specific tourist attraction. And it is a very cosy street with shops bars and small restaurants.
Written April 28, 2016
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