Frigidarium

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Old Bridge Geletaria

4.7(37 reviews)

0.8 km•Centro Storico

This is a very popular place to get a gelato while visiting the Vatican city. Even in 80 degrees,…read morethere was a huge line. I found it to be one of the better places when it comes to scoop to price ratio. We got 2 cones each with 3 flavors: coconut, pistachio, salted caramel were my favorite of the bunch. They also add whipped cream on top if you want.

This little place is very close to the Vatican. Super small and unassuming but excellent gelato…read more The service was friendly and we were helped quickly despite a line.

Strawberry and passion fruit

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Crêpes Galettes

3.8(15 reviews)

1.8 km•Monti

Absolutely amazing. The crepes were incredible. Very warm, and just perfect. The employees were…read morevery sweet and great to talk with. Well decorated and cool atmosphere. Would absolutely reccomend.

Huge portion of crepe, got banana, and Nutella with whip cream. Very fresh and great for two people…read moreto split. The guy working there was also very nice.

1.5 km•Città del Vaticano, Prati

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Egg cheese mushroom crepe €5- check out that perfectly cooked egg white surrounding the cheese

Creperia Michelangelo

3.9(10 reviews)

Definitely recommend for a quick bite in case you're looking for something other than pasta or…read morepizza. Very reasonable prices for a place this close to a major attraction. Locally owned. A+

Only a ten minute walk from St. Basilica's. Absolutely delicious crepes, with sweet and savory…read moreoptions. Plus, they have paninis filled with incredible combinations (the panini bread alone is worth it). Service was friendly and patient- it's a long menu. Four 2-person tables inside and two 2-person tables outside. This is a hidden gem right outside the Vatican.

3.7 km•San Lorenzo, San Giovanni

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Creperia

4.7(3 reviews)

1.4 km•Monti, Centro Storico

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Wonderful Ice Cream

4.8(10 reviews)

Clean, quick, tasty, and dangerous. Why dangerous? It was a…read morefew feet away from our hotel. The name of the place is actually The Gelatist. Not sure where Wonderful Ice Cream came from, but to be fair, it's a good description.

Enjoyed it very much! I think this place has since been rebranded to "The Gelatist", but it is…read morestill a great place to go, with many options, ranging from crepes, pancakes for breakfast, to macarons and cannoli for sweet snacks, and finally of courses gelato as a favorite for everyone. I came for breakfast, so I had to purposely prevent myself from indulging on the sweets, and ordered a strawberry banana nutella crepe and strawberry kiwi pancake. Both were solid, and I enjoyed the service by the cook to take in any requests we had while he was cooking our food. Orange juice is also freshly squeezed, and one cup is approximately 5 oranges, so it was a good deal and a tasty drink.

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La Botega

5.0(1 review)

4.6 km•Ostiense

Stayed in Rome for 5 nights and was situated in Colombo as we were all gluten free x3 we really…read morestruggled as we couldn't have any Italian desserts but this ice cream was a total life saver we had it every night on the way back to the hotel . The coconut ice cream I loved I will definitely be visiting again when we return to Rome . The staff are lovely and spoke good English which is definitely a bonus . thank you for making our holiday Helen from the UK

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Wonderful Ice Cream

4.5(71 reviews)

2.0 km•Centro Storico

When I was vacationing in Italy, I had gelato every single day, we tried different places but we…read morekept coming to Wonderful ice cream. Their flavors were so intense, they had a lot of fruity sherbet like flavors, not just the creamier ones that every other shop carried like tiramisu, coffee, Nutella etc. and you also got more for your buck. They are banana gelato was hands-down my favorite of all the ones I tried. Every time we went employees were very nice and attentive, I am not sure if they are a chain or a one off store, but we enjoyed it tremendously. The only drawback if I have to mention one is that they did not have outside seating, but they are in a busy street with no view, so he really doesn't matter. This ice cream is definitely wonderful!

Right beside our hotel…read more Lots of gelato options, granita, crepes, etc. I wouldn't say this is my ultimate favorite place to get gelato in Italy, but it was incredibly convenient. The gelato was still tasty and the employees here are very sweet and helpful. The Mango gelato was my favorite, tasted just like Mango Lassi. Yum! Their granita was a cool and refreshing treat on a hot summers day. After a full day of sight seeing, it was nice to grab a granita before going back to the hotel. The melon and strawberry granita had real pieces of fruit mixed within, which was delicious. Their Nutella crepe was awesome. The crepe had a perfect consistency and was prepared fresh. Filled with a generous serving of Nutella and topped off with powdered sugar. Excellent! There is counter seating inside and a TV. It's nice and cool in here too.

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Crema & Cioccolato

5.0(3 reviews)

1.9 km•Prati

We walked by this place and just say very glad we did! The Gelato was very good and for my first…read moretime in Italy and have tried three other places I must say for 2,50/2.50 € it was the best one yet.we got two different flavors on one cone. The staff also speaks enough English to order. Great place very clean! They also have sandwiches.

Wanted authentic gelatos and this was heaven. Clean establishment, great service, and the…read morelemon-pineapple-mango trinity was da bomb. Will be visiting again and again.

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Angolo dell'Artista

4.0(1 review)

0.5 km•Centro Storico

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Vivek N.

7 years ago

A bustling gelato joint just south of the Piazza Navona and a must visit if you're in Rome! You get a cone of cup, with two giant scoops of ice cream for only a couple euro. My favorite has always been Straciatella, ever since I lived in Milan over a decade ago. Similar to the cookies and cream taste in the states, and a go-to for many people in Europe. You'll also get the ice cream dipped in chocolate fudge at no extra cost, best joint in Rome! read more

Rebecca D.

148

3 years ago

Not overrated (I know I know, you were hoping to find that one review that gave you permission to skip standing in the long line. But no, get back in line!) Line moves quickly. The only way to make it move faster would be for the shop should do a better job posting flavors outside. So I attached the recent flavor list and gelatos here. Enjoy! read more

Doppio D.

13 years ago

economico, naturale, saporito, fresco... vedendo le cassette di frutta fresca che man mano spariscono... capisci che è l'ingrediente principale di questa gelateria! Assolutamente da provare.. anche se c'è da fare un po' di fila... read more

Claire W.

486

148

118

4 years ago

Hands down the best gelato I have ever had. I ate this every night of my trip! All the flavors are amazing, but especially the frigidarium and strawberry flavors! Don't forget to get it dipped the chocolate :) read more

Madeline G.

Elite 18

8 years ago

Frigidarium is awesome! Be prepared to wait in line because it's a very popular stop. They have a lot of flavors and combinations. It's the perfect treat on a hot day after you've been walking around the city. read more

Marty B.

9 years ago

Una delle migliori gelaterie di roma, ci tornerò sicuramente il prima possibile. Gelati ottimi e di vari formati e innumerevoli gusti, tutti da provare. Ottime porzioni per i prezzi. read more

Christina D.

10 years ago

Not as good as Giolliti, but definitely delicious. The price here was reasonable. The service was good. The shop was cute, but it does get crowded. read more

Tami S.

174

151

7 years ago

Good gelato but have had better gelato. If the line is short then stop but if it is wrapped around the building then go somewhere else

Vincenzo S.

7 months ago

Top. Love it, my favourite is chocolate and whipped cream, if you choose the right timing you can also avoid the line

Carolina C.

102

349

13 years ago

If you have never tried the gelato in the Frigidarium, then come here and you are in for a cold and tasty treat.

Anastasia B.

9 years ago

Simply amazing ice cream. They even put a chocolate on the top. You can always find a line to this place.

Riana B.

11 years ago

It is the best place place to eat Frozen Yogurt. If you ever go to Rome you must go there. I love it!

B E.

10 years ago

The best gelato in Rome and anywhere in the world! If you find yourself in Italy you must stop here!

Antonio D.

11 years ago

Il top! Il gelato giusto al prezzo giusto...nella quantità giusta, una valanga! Qualità e simpatia

Maria L.

10 years ago

davvero ottimo gelato, i vari formati 2€, 3€,4€ sono abbondanti, assolutamente da provare

Belinda K.

11 years ago

Ottimo! Non ho mai mangiato una crepe così buona, davvero. Keep up the good work!

Lisa W.

11 years ago

long line but moves fairly quickly. once you have one, you will be wanting more.

Gianni G.

7 years ago

uno dei migliori gelati di roma, se passate da li non dimenticate di assagiarlo

Carmen T.

117

392

13 years ago

I am in love with the gelato at Frigidarium! I kept on coming back for more!

Andrew W.

214

13 years ago

The gelato is wonderful and the location is so picturesque!

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