Fiddler’s Elbow

Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo


Located near Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, the granddaddy of Rome’s Irish pubs sticks to the formula that has served it so well for over 40 years: Guinness, darts, pool, crisps and big games on the TV, with occasional live music acts. It attracts a mix of Romans, expats and tourists.


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2. Chiesa di Santa Lucia in Selci

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3. Chiesa di San Martino ai Monti

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5. Basilica di Santa Pudenziana

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7. Chiesa di Sant’Eusebio

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