In April the Spanish Steps Bloom with Azaleas
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As winter fades and Rome awakens with the gentle warmth of spring, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks undergoes a spectacular transformation. Every April, the Spanish Steps—known locally as “La Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti”—become a living canvas of color, draped in hundreds of blooming azaleas. It’s a sight that both locals and travelers eagerly await, and one that lasts only a few short weeks.
The tradition dates back to the 1930s, when the city began adorning the steps with azalea plants in soft pinks, deep fuchsias, and snowy whites, celebrating the arrival of spring and adding a natural touch of elegance to the already majestic staircase. With the Baroque beauty of the steps, the 16th-century church of Trinità dei Monti above, and the lively Piazza di Spagna below, this becomes not only a favorite spot for visitors, but also one of the most romantic and photogenic locations in all of Rome.
Why plan a photoshoot at the Spanish Steps in April?
Whether you’re a couple celebrating an anniversary, a solo traveler wanting timeless portraits, or a family making memories together, April at the Spanish Steps offers an extraordinary setting for professional photography.Here’s why:
- 📸 Perfect lighting and natural colors – The soft pastel tones of the azaleas blend beautifully with the pale stone of the steps and the clear spring skies, creating ideal lighting conditions for bright, elegant photos.
- 🌸 No extra setup needed – The flowers themselves create a dream-like backdrop. Whether it’s a couple’s shoot, a family session, or solo portraits, the atmosphere is already picture-perfect.
- ⛲ An iconic Roman scene – Shooting at the Spanish Steps in April means capturing an image that is both timeless and unique, enhanced by a once-a-year floral transformation.
- 💫 A fleeting moment – The azaleas only stay in bloom on the steps for a few weeks, making each photoshoot during this period a rare and special experience.
We specialize in capturing the beauty of these fleeting moments. Our professional photographers are locals who know the best times of day to shoot, the secret corners with fewer crowds, and how to make you feel relaxed and natural in front of the camera.
Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply want to take home authentic, high-quality photos from your trip, April is the perfect time to book a session.
✨ Let the azaleas bloom around you. Let Rome be your backdrop.
Let us tell your story.
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Maria
Hello! I’m Maria and I’m a professional Photographer since 2016. I have been working several years with people from all around the world.
Daniele
I’ve been shooting for years since I was a little boy. Some years ago I decided to do it as my main job and the dream came true! Even if I was born in Naples, I’m totally in love with Rome. I’ve been living here for 12 years now… That’s why this beautiful city has become my new ‘home sweet home’. I love walking around this magical city and with my pictures you will have eternal memories about your precious Italian days ❤️
Sal
I’m Sal. I’m sicilian but also a world citizen. I lived in New York City and Paris and now I live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world: Rome. I am a full time photographer, videomaker and dog dad. In my spare time I write, read, draw, drink wine and kill all the plants in my apartment.
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Amanda
We had an amazing experience with Maria! She was great with communication both before the shoot, and afterwards. She was wonderful with my kids (which isn’t always easy) and everyone had so much fun with her. Our photos are stunning and I can’t wait to share them with friends and family. This experience was easy, fun, memorable, and well priced for the amount of time and care that Maria puts in to the session. You will not be disappointed! 5 stars!!!
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We loved our photo shoot with Sal. He did a wonderful job. He was very kind and patient with our four kids and generous with his time.
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It was an amazing experience and we had great time! Everything was great, the secret proposal went as planned and it was well organised! We totally recommend it for anyone who want to make special memories in Rome! Maria, is an excellent photographer, very professional and very friendly! Thank you for capturing this unique moment for us! We really appreciate it!
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Maria is so sweet and so professional! Even though we had a little bit of rain, she came and still gave us direction on how to pose to get the best pictures! Would definitely recommend her to anyone wanting a photo shoot in Rome!
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Maria is fantastic. She was so responsive with all of my queries and helped to organise the day so it ran smoothly and like clockwork. She understood the pictures we wanted and captured so much. Her recommendations were also fantastic! Thank you so nuch
Katie
Maria was amazing through the entire process. She was early to our shoot, was able to squeeze in two locations, and even stood in the rain. The pictures were absolutely beautiful and she made us feel so comfortable. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone wanting to take amazing photos in Rome!
Brandon
It went better than expected, Maria was already waiting at our agreed upon spot and captured the very especially moment.
She provided great recommendations for dinner afterwords and it was a blast working with her. She is very knowledgeable about where the best shots would be taken, very inviting and personable and when we 100% recommend booking with her!
Belinda
I was hoping and praying for a great experience, and I’m not really sure what I expected, but whatever that was Maria surpassed! She was amazing guiding us and making us both feel comfortable as we were both so nervous to begin with. She asked us a lot of questions and personalised the shoot to what we were after 5/5 stars!
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