The Court Bar. Palazzo Manfredi

"From The Court cocktail bar in Palazzo Manfredi, you'll be bowled over by the unparalleled view of the amphitheatre illuminated by the golden reflections of the sunset. Once seated, you might fancy you hear distant echoes of gladiatorial combat as you sip on an Imperial Martini – the utmost expression of mixology at its best. The vibe at The Court is a delightful blend of luxury and intimacy, with extreme attention paid to every last detail. Sofas to sink into, elegant floor lamps, and lush plants make for an ambience that is at once inviting and sophisticated. The cocktails, created by famous mixologist Matteo Zed, are a celebration of Roman flavors – the Colosseum Negroni, for example, allies tradition and innovation. As night falls, The Court evolves into a mesmerizing spot beneath the stars. The majestic view of the Colosseum turns every visit to The Court into a journey back in time, immersing you in the beauty and thousand-year history of Rome. This magical atmosphere is echoed in the MICHELIN-Starred restaurant Aroma." - The MICHELIN Guide

"The Court, an off-the-radar lounge bar with front row seats to the Colosseum, is the perfect place to wind down in Rome . The bar overlooks the archaeological ruins of the Ludus Magnus (the site where the gladiators trained) and offers a view of sunset over the Colosseum, the world’s most amazing arena. The cocktails are the creation of mastermind Matteo Zed, one of Rome’s top bartenders, whose tasty Rising Sun (a gin, yuzu, and matcha cocktail) may well keep you at the bar until dawn."

"It’s all about the view at the Court, the open-air bar niched in the courtyard at Palazzo Manfredi. With a front row to the Colosseo, the best time to pop in for a drink is early evening so you can catch the sunset behind the ancient monument while enjoying mastermind barman Matteo Zed’s clever creations, like the Rising Sun gin, yuzu, and matcha cocktail."