At the top of Via di Ripetta, not far from Piazza del Popolo, is this nautically themed bookshop, selling books in both English and Italian.
The stock includes pilot books, guides, nautical charts, and a range of reference and coffee table books relating to the sea and sailing. There's even a selection of nautical fiction and classics. Both new and used books are available, as well as bits and pieces like binoculars and model yachts.
Il Mare first opened in 1975 in Piazza Farnese, and has moved twice to wind up at its current location. The space is bright and open, and very condusive to browsing: they even do coffee.
Libreria Il Mare
Via Di Ripetta, 239
00186 Roma
Tel. +39 06 361 2155
Official website www.ilmare.com.
Opening hours Open Monday to Saturday 9.30 - 19.30.