What to do in Rome in June 2020
June in Rome normally sees the capital's many outdoor festivals kick off for the summer. Sadly this is not the case in 2020, due to covid-19, however June does mark the reopening of the city's museums and several major exhibitions. We list here some of the best things to do and places to go in June as the Eternal City begins its road to recovery, with a tip for each day of the month.
1 June. Today is the day that the Colosseum reopens but book your visit in advance.2 June. Look to the skies as the Frecce Tricolori fly over Rome for Festa della Repubblica.
3 June. The Raphael blockbuster reopens at Scuderie del Quirinale. Book in advance.

5 June. Go for an early evening bike ride on the Appia Antica outside the city walls.
6 June. Enjoy the crowd-free Capitoline Museums but book your trip in advance.

8 June. Explore Italy's modern art collection at GNAM near Villa Borghese.
9 June. Book your visit to see the extended Canova show at Palazzo Braschi.

11 June. Catch a spectacular view over Rome from the Fontanone on the Gianicolo.
12 June. Marvel at ancient Greek and Roman art at Palazzo Massimo alle Terme.

14 June. Head out of town to see the beautiful water gardens of Villa d'Este in Tivoli.
15 June. Gaze at a long-lost Rembrandt at Galleria Corsini by booking visit.

17 June. Visit the Botanic Garden to enjoy the peace and tropical plants.
18 June. Pay your respects to Sergio Leone at the Ara Pacis show.

20 June. See the exhibition by celebrated US artist Jim Dine at Pala Expo.
21 June. Visit the majestic Odescalchi Castle in Bracciano but check for opening times first.

23 June. See images by legendary photographer Elliot Erwitt at WeGil.
24 June. Meet a friend and take a leisurely cycle along the banks of the Tiber.

26 June. Reserve your visit to Galleria Doria Pamphilj and see works by Caravaggio and Velázquez.

28 June. Book your trip to the Keats-Shelley Museum at the Spanish Steps.

30 June. Visit the Vatican Museums but make sure to reserve in advance.