Working in Rome: Coworking, Cafés and Remote Work

Working remotely from Rome is perfectly possible: the city has coworking spaces in several districts, libraries, and cafés where you can settle in, even though the Roman bar culture (a coffee at the counter, standing) is not that of the café-office. This guide gives the realistic options, the neighbourhoods to stay in for work, internet connection and the digital nomad visa. Coworking addresses open and close often: check each space's website before you go. Information checked in October 2026.

Where to work

Coworking spaces

A bar in Rome

Rome has independent coworking spaces and international networks, in particular around Termini station, Ostiense, the Prati district and EUR. You can book a desk by the day, week or month; many offer meeting rooms. Compare the plans on the spaces' own websites rather than on old lists, and ask about opening days and hours (weekends, August).

Cafés

The classic Italian bar is not made for settling in for hours: you drink a coffee standing at the counter, and a table often costs more. A few rules:

Order regularly if you stay; ask politely whether laptops are welcome.
Avoid lunchtime in cafés that serve food.
Historic cafés (see Rome's historic cafés) are beautiful but not well suited to long work sessions.
In Monti, San Lorenzo and Testaccio there are more cafés designed for working, sometimes with power sockets.

Libraries

Rome's libraries, including the National Central Library near Termini station, offer reading rooms. Access may require registration and ID, and the rules on laptop use and opening hours vary: check with each library.

Internet

Apartments and hotels generally have Wi-Fi, but quality varies: ask the host for a speed test if you have video calls. For a backup, a SIM card or eSIM with plenty of data is useful (see SIM cards, eSIMs and Wi-Fi in Rome).

Where to stay when working in Rome

Choose a well-served neighbourhood with cafés, shops and transport: Monti, Testaccio, Ostiense or Prati are practical bases. See where to stay in Rome. For a stay of a month or more, compare furnished mid-term rentals.

Visa and rules

Tourist stay: working remotely for an employer or clients outside Italy during a short tourist stay is a common situation, but the rules depend on your nationality and status; find out.
Digital nomad visa: Italy created a digital nomad visa in 2024, subject to income and insurance conditions. Conditions and procedure change: consult the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website and your consulate.
Tax: a long stay may have tax consequences; ask a professional.

The rhythm of a working day in Rome

Roman life starts early and pauses in the early afternoon; lunch is a proper meal, and many shops close in August (see what to do in Rome in August). To unwind after work, see aperitivo in Rome.