Social events & sightseeing tours
Book tours and dinners before 8 May. No refunds or exchanges after this date.
Tuesday, 21 May
Special networking activity for MO Chairpersons & their CEOs, 17:30-18:30:
Board Chairs of the GS1 Member Organisation and their accompanying GS1 MO CEO are invited to join an exclusive speed networking activity that promises valuable interactions and insights. Get ready to share and get to know each other!
Welcome Reception 18:30-20:00
Join us for a delightful welcome reception hosted by GS1 Italy! This gathering provides an ideal setting to renew ties with familiar faces and cultivate new connections. Enjoy the warmth and camaraderie as we bring together all registrants and their spouses/partners.
Attendees: All in-person registrants and their spouses/partners
Price: No fee, hosted by GS1 Italy
Dress code: Business casual
Venue: A.Roma LifeStyle Hotel
Meeting Point: GS1 Registration Desk, then follow signs to the welcome reception area
Gala dinner, hosted by GS1 Italy
Wednesday, 22 May, 18:15-19:30
Experience an evening of unparalleled elegance courtesy of GS1 Italy. Your evening begins at the Palazzo Colonna Museum, where ancient treasures and magnificent Roman Baroque art captivate your senses. Wander into the enchanted gardens for a delightful cocktail reception.
As you transition to dinner, immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of the Galleria del Cardinale, an integral part of the prestigious Palazzo Colonna. Savor exquisite cuisine and anticipate surprises in this unparalleled historic venue.
Wrap up the night on a high note with a dance, elevating the experience at the Galleria del Cardinale to an unforgettable fusion of history, sophistication, and celebration.
TIMING
- 18:15: Pick up at hotel
- 19:00-20:00: Palazzo Colonna Museum tour
- 20:00: Cocktail reception in garden
- 20:30-23:30: Dinner, followed by a DJ dance party
- 22:00-23:30: Busses return
Attendees: All registrants and their spouses/partners, registration required. Maximum of 300 participants
Price: No fee, hosted by GS1 Italy
Dress code: Formal according to the tradition of your country or culture. For example, black tie suit for men and formal long gown for women.
Venue: Palazzo Colonna (visit) + Galleria del Cardinale (dinner)
Meeting Point: A. Roma Lifestyle Hotel Lobby
Optional networking dinner: Musei Capitolini and Terrazza Caffarelli
Thursday, 23 May, 18:15-22:00
Located on the homonymous hill, the Capitoline Museums constitute a unique museum complex with collections of antiquities and displays of centuries-old history. The Capitoline Museums have always been characterized by a deep bond with Rome. Enjoy the guided tour of the Palazzo dei Conservatori, with a view of the Imperial Forums, and end the visit on the Caffarelli Terrace.
Admire Rome from one of the most beautiful panoramic points, immersing yourself among the shy roofs of the houses in the heart of the Eternal City. It is one of the greatest opportunities that only a city like Rome can offer. La Terrazza is a splendid location that gives the possibility to dine inside and walk outside for a magical view from the terrace.
Attendees: All GS1 delegates and partners/spouses who registered and paid
Price: 159 EUR per person including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual
Venue: Musei Capitolini (visit) + Terrazza Caffarelli (dinner)
Max. number of participants: 150
Meeting point: A. Roma Lifestyle Hotel Lobby
Sightseeing tours
Baroque Rome guided tour
Tuesday, 21 May, 09:00-16:00
The Baroque is a highly ornate and elaborate style of architecture, art and design that flourished in Europe in the 17th and first half of the 18th century. Originating in Italy, its influence quickly spread across Europe and it became the first visual style to have a significant worldwide impact. Discover the wonders of the Baroque in Rome with our tour of the two key masters of the Roman Baroque period: Bernini and Borromini. Walking through the streets of the historic centre, the guide will tell you the history of the artistic formation of these two profoundly different artists, as their works reveal, and the many anecdotes of their legendary rivalry.
TIMING
- 09:00: Meeting point at the hotel with guide and driver
- 09:05: Bus departs for tour location
- 09:30-12:30: Guided tour of the masterpieces of the Roman Baroque period
- 13:30-15:00: Lunch and walk to meeting point
- 15:30: Bus transfer to hotel
Price: 191 EUR including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes
Meeting point: GS1 Registration desk
Min. number of participants: 20
Max. number of participants: 35
Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica guided tour
Wednesday, 22 May, 10:30-16:30
Embark on an exclusive journey through time and creativity with our very special guided tour of the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove amassed by popes since 1503. Marvel at masterpieces by artistic luminaries such as Raphael (The Tapestry Cartoons, The Transfiguration), Leonardo da Vinci (Saint Jerome), Caravaggio (The Deposition of Christ), Giotto (The Stefaneschi Triptych). Stand in awe within the lavish Raphael Rooms, adorned with frescoes dating back to 1508. The apex of your experience awaits in the iconic Sistine Chapel, a masterpiece entirely frescoed by the legendary Michelangelo. Lose yourself in the divine allure of his brushstrokes, creating an atmosphere that beckons you to linger. Conclude your experience here or continue to St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square with its marvelous columns by Bernini, a symbol of the embrace between the Church and the Christian world.
TIMING
- 10:30: Meeting point at the hotel
- 10:35: Bus departs for tour location
- 11:30-14:30: Visit to Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica
- 14:45-15:45: Light lunch
- 16:00: Bus departure back to the hotel
Price: 250 EUR including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes
Meeting point: GS1 Registration desk
Min. number of participants: 20
Max. number of participants: 35
Colosseum, Roman Forum guided tour
Thursday, 23 May, 09:30-16:00
A must do when in Rome: Discover Rome through its most symbolic and iconic monuments.
Expert guides will accompany you inside the Flavian Amphitheatre, better known as the Colosseum, where the Romans used to watch the gladiator fights and other spectacles.
Then stroll along the paths of the Roman Forum, the religious and political center of Imperial Rome. It is an amazing large outdoor museum.
Explore Palatine Hill, the open-air museum boasting the remains of imperial palaces. Stand in the very spot where, according to legend, Romulus founded Rome in 753 BC. Gaze upon the breathtaking panorama that unfolds before you, offering a glimpse into the city's legendary beginnings.
TIMING
- 09:30: Meeting point at the hotel
- 09:35: Bus departs for tour location
- 10:00-13:00: Private external visit with a guide at the Colosseum and inside visit with a guide at Roman Forum
- 13:30-15:00: Lunch
- 15:15: Take the bus back to the hotel together
Price: 209 EUR including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes
Meeting point: GS1 Registration desk
Min. number of participants: 20
Max. number of participants: 35
Historical Centre Rome guided tour
Friday, 24 May, 09:00-16:00
Embark on a journey through the ages with our guided tour of Rome's historical centre, where the Pantheon stands as a timeless symbol of the city's glory for over two millennia.
Explore the vibrant heart of Rome, taking in iconic landmarks like Piazza Navona, Piazza di Pietra, Sant'Ignazio, Piazza Colonna, the Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. Each step unveils the rich tapestry of history woven into the very fabric of the city. Join us on a captivating exploration of the true beating heart of Rome.
TIMING
- 09:00: Meeting point at the hotel guide
- 09:05: Bus departs for tour location
- 09:30-13:00: Visit to the centre of the city, where you can admire historic monuments
- 13:00: Walk to the restaurant
- 13:30-15:00: Lunch
- 15:00: Walk to bus
- 15:15: Bus departure back to the hotel together
Price: 196 EUR including VAT, registration required
Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes
Meeting point: GS1 Registration desk
Max. number of participants: 34
Terms and conditions of all tours
- All tour and activity prices are in Euros (€), and changes or cancellations must be made by 8 May 2024 (end of day Italy time).
- No refunds will be granted after this date.
- Cancellation without penalty is only possible in case of "force majeure"; otherwise, no refund will be provided.
- Prices include Value Added Tax (VAT).
- Prices are calculated and guaranteed based on group minimums.
- Tours are subject to partnering involved suppliers and possible sanitary measures
Social events