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Practical info — Laurentino

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

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💡 Tips

  • Explore the district's fascinating brutalist architecture, especially the distinctive residential 'Ponti' (bridges).
  • The Metro B line (Laurentina station) provides a fast and direct connection to the historic center of Rome.
  • Look out for the impressive large-scale street art that increasingly decorates the grey concrete structures.
  • Avoid walking over unlit pedestrian bridges at night; stick to the well-lit main roads instead.
  • Combine your visit with the nearby EUR district, which features a completely different, monumental architectural style.

🍽 Food

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Pizza al Taglio (Pizza by the slice)

First-rate for eating on the go. Grab a slice at one of the local neighborhood bakeries.

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Pasta alla Carbonara

Try this Roman classic at a cozy local trattoria in the Laurentino or EUR area.

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Artisanal Gelato

Look for a local gelateria along Via Laurentina for a scoop of authentic Italian ice cream.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Maximo Shopping Center

A massive, modern shopping mall nearby offering a huge variety of international brands and dining options.

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Mercato Rionale

Seek out the local neighborhood market to buy fresh produce, fruits, and Italian cheeses.

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Riserva Naturale Laurentino-Acqua Acetosa

A surprising urban nature reserve right in the middle of the district, great for a peaceful walk.

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Parco del Ninfeo

A beautiful, tranquil park located in the adjacent EUR district, featuring a small lake.

Laurentino 38, located in the southern part of Rome, is a massive public housing project designed in the 1970s and built in the early 1980s. It stands as one of the city's most renowned examples of Brutalist and Modernist architecture. Conceived by architect Pietro Barucci, the district is characterized by long, imposing apartment blocks connected by a series of elevated pedestrian bridges. These 'ponti' (bridges) were intended to foster a sense of community by facilitating social interaction above the street-level traffic. Today, the district stands as a bold, if controversial, urban planning experiment. The neighborhood was initially designed with a utopian vision but has faced social and infrastructural challenges over the years. Despite this, it is a spirited community with a strong local identity. For architecture and urban planning enthusiasts, Laurentino provides a fascinating case study in 20th-century housing philosophies. Beyond its architecture, the district is largely residential, with services catering to its inhabitants. Nearby, you'll find the huge Euroma2 shopping complex and the modern EUR business district, which provides a stark contrast to the aesthetic of Laurentino 38. Getting to Laurentino is easy via public transport. It is the southern terminus of Rome's Metro B line (Laurentina), which gives it direct access to the city center, including the Colosseum and Termini station. Numerous bus lines also serve the area. While not a typical tourist destination, the best way to experience Laurentino is by walking its streets and bridges to get a feel for its unique urban landscape and atmosphere. A visit can be made at any time of year, as its attraction lies in its architectural structure.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.

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Avg °C781014182326262117128
Rain mm7377695657342626708211492

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Geography

Population
24,219
Coordinates
41.80979, 12.47298

Facts

  • A large public housing project in southern Rome.
  • Designed in the 1970s by architect Pietro Barucci.
  • Famed example of Brutalist and Modernist architecture.
  • Characterized by elevated pedestrian bridges connecting buildings.
  • Southern terminus of the Metro B line (Laurentina).
  • Originally designed with a utopian community vision.
  • Close to the EUR business district and Euroma2 shopping mall.
  • A controversial but important urban planning experiment.

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Sights in the town Laurentino (11)

La Vaccheria🏛 museum

A museum in Laurentino, opened on 9 September 2022.

🕒 Tu-Fr 09:00-13:00, Sa-Su 15:00-19:00; Mo off

Atlantico Live!🎭 culture

The 'Atlantico Live!' live music club in a former warehouse in Rome's Laurentino district.

Chiesa di Santa Maria del Carmelo⛪ religious

Church of Santa Maria del Carmelo in Laurentino.

Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista de La Salle⛪ religious

Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista de La Salle is a modern church in Rome's Torrino district, featuring a distinctive concrete facade.

Anfiteatro🎭 culture

A modern amphitheater in the park of Laurentino.

Torre Telecom Italia🗼 tower

Torre Telecom Italia is a 120 m high telecommunications lattice tower in the Laurentino suburb of Rome.

Archivio museo storico di Fiume🏛 museum

Archive and museum of the history of Fiume (Rijeka) in Laurentino.

Monumento alle vittime delle foibe istriane🏺 historical

A stone stele to victims of the foibe massacres in Laurentino's square.

Chiesa dello Spirito Santo alla Ferratella⛪ religious

Chiesa dello Spirito Santo alla Ferratella is a modern circular church in Rome's Ferratella area.

Riserva Naturale del Laurentino - Acqua Acetosa🌿 nature

Nature reserve established in 1997 in Laurentino.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Laurentino located?
It is a neighborhood in southern Rome, part of the IX administrative district.
How is the public transport connection?
Metro Line B (Laurentina station) connects the neighborhood to the center.
What is the Maximo Shopping Center?
A large, modern shopping center in the neighborhood with many shops and cinemas.
Are there green spaces?
The Riserva Naturale del Laurentino-Acqua Acetosa features nature in the city.
Is the neighborhood safe?
It's a residential area; as in all Roman suburbs, it's wise to be attentive at night.
Laurentino: where is it located?
Laurentino is located in Lazio, Italy.
Laurentino: what is there to see?
Highlights include La Vaccheria, Atlantico Live!, Auditorium Santa Chiara.
Laurentino: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.
Laurentino: why is it worth visiting?
Laurentino 38, located in the southern part of Rome, is a massive public housing project designed in the 1970s and built in the early 1980s.
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