Yes, you can drink from Rome’s water fountains. The city has over 2,500 nasoni, public fountains connected to Rome’s drinking-water network and free to use day and night. To drink, cover the main spout with a finger and water rises from the small hole on top. Use the map to find the closest fountain and skip disposable bottles.
Practical tip: Carry a refillable bottle. Cover the main spout with one finger and water rises from the small hole on top.
Advice sources: Acea · Rome nasoni and fountains · Acea · Water houses (case dell’acqua)
What I do — Roberto
When I’m out in Rome, I carry a refillable bottle and fill it at the nasoni drinking fountains. That way, I avoid buying half-litre bottles at kiosks for about €3: it’s my personal choice, not a price you’ll find everywhere. Before refilling, I check that the fountain is working and that there are no non-drinking-water notices.
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Frequently asked questions
Are Rome’s water fountains safe to drink?
Yes. Nasoni are connected to Rome’s drinking-water network, which is managed and monitored by ACEA. Skip any fountain with a non-drinking-water notice.
How do the water fountains in Rome work?
Water flows continuously from the curved spout. Cover the end of the spout with a finger and water rises from the small hole on top, so you can drink directly; to refill a bottle, use the main stream.
How many water fountains are there in Rome?
There are more than 2,500 nasoni across Rome, free to use and flowing day and night — the map shows the closest one to you.
What should I do if I see a non-drinking-water notice?
Do not use that point and choose another fountain on the map. Notices on site take priority over map data.