Between art cities, silent lagoons, and alleyways suspended over water, Easter and Easter Monday become much more than just a weekend: they’re a chance to choose how you truly want to experience them—even when the weather changes.
If you’re wondering where to go between Rome, Orbetello, and Venice, the answer lies in the kind of experiences you want to take home with you.
If you’re asking yourself what to see in Maremma beyond the sea, here are 6 places that will make your trip even more fascinating.
1. Rome: Easter between tradition and iconic landmarks
• In Rome, Easter is something you experience step by step. The day can start early, walking along Via della Conciliazione to St. Peter’s Square, where simply soaking in the atmosphere of the celebrations is a unique experience. Then you wander through the historic center: from the Pantheon to Piazza Navona, all the way to the Trevi Fountain—perhaps stopping for a traditional lunch with lamb, Roman-style artichokes, and artisanal colomba cake. In the afternoon, a walk between the Colosseum and the Imperial Fora at sunset closes the day with perfect light.
• On Easter Monday, Rome changes its energy: you leave the center and head toward the green spaces. Villa Borghese becomes the ideal place for a picnic or a bike ride, while those who want to go further can head to Frascati or Castel Gandolfo, among wine, views, and spring air.
• When it rains, Rome becomes even more interesting. It’s the perfect time to visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, or choose something less crowded like Palazzo Barberini or Centrale Montemartini. Even a simple break in a historic café like Sant’Eustachio or Tazza d’Oro becomes part of the experience.
Rome is the choice for those who want to alternate major must-sees and authentic moments, without giving anything up.
3. Orbetello: Easter between nature and freedom
• In Orbetello, the day begins with something different: the silence of the lagoon. A walk along the West or East Lagoon, especially early in the morning, lets you spot pink flamingos and breathe in an atmosphere completely different from the city. During the day, it’s easy to explore: head up to Monte Argentario, stop in Porto Ercole for a walk between the harbor and its fortresses, or reach Porto Santo Stefano and enjoy seafood by the sea. If the weather allows, the first stops on the beach—like Feniglia or Giannella—become perfect for relaxing.
• Easter Monday here means freedom: cycling along the lagoon, a picnic in the Feniglia Nature Reserve, or a light trek with sea views.
• If it rains, the experience changes but doesn’t stop. It’s the right moment to discover the inland: Capalbio, with its medieval village, or a wine tasting among Maremma’s vineyards. And then long lunches, made of local dishes and slow rhythms, where time seems to stand still.
Orbetello is the choice for those who truly want to switch off, filling their days with simple but meaningful moments.
5.Venice: Easter between water and wonder
• In Venice, every day is already an experience. At Easter, you can start by crossing the Rialto Bridge while the city is still quiet, then reach St. Mark’s Square, perhaps stepping into the Basilica for a more intimate moment. Then you wander aimlessly between Dorsoduro and Cannaregio, stopping for lunch with cicchetti and a glass of wine in an authentic bacaro. In the afternoon, a vaporetto ride along the Grand Canal offers a completely different perspective of the city.
• On Easter Monday, Venice expands: just take a vaporetto to reach Burano, with its colorful houses, or Murano, known for glassmaking and tradition. Or stay in the city and get lost in the lesser-known calli, where Venice suddenly becomes quiet.
• When it rains, Venice becomes even more evocative. It’s the perfect time to visit the Doge’s Palace, explore the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, or take refuge in a historic café like Florian or Quadri. Outside, the water reflects everything and the city feels even more cinematic.
Venice is the choice for those seeking a visual, slow, and deeply emotional experience.
Which one to choose?
It’s not just a destination it’s the kind of Easter you want to experience.
– Rome is perfect if you’re looking for a mix of iconic sights, events, and variety, best enjoyed with a stay at The Caesar Roma.
– Orbetello is ideal if you’re seeking nature, freedom, and slower rhythms, with Park Hotel as the perfect base to explore the lagoon and Argentario.
– Venice is the right choice if you’re after atmosphere, details, and charm, best experienced by staying at Venezia 2000, between the Lido and the historic center.