Rome · Sports & events

Both clubs share the Stadio Olimpico. Serie A runs August to May, tickets need a name-matched ID at the gate, and the derby sells out first.

The Italian Open takes over the Foro Italico for a fortnight in May, ATP and WTA together under the pines. Early-round ground passes are affordable.

Run in March, past most of the ruins and over long cobbled stretches — scenic and punishing in equal measure. A short fun run goes the same morning.

The old Roman road closes to traffic on Sundays and becomes the city's running and cycling route; bike hire sits at the park entrance.