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🏛️ Must-Visit Places in Rome

Classic Highlights

Colosseum & Roman Forum – Ancient Rome’s heart; book a combo ticket and go early.
Pantheon – Nearly 2,000 years old and still jaw-dropping.
Trevi Fountain – Toss a coin to ensure your return to Rome.
Piazza Navona – Baroque fountains and lively street artists.
Spanish Steps – Iconic photo spot and shopping area.
Vatican City – Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel.
Trastevere – Cobblestone lanes, local trattorias, and authentic nightlife.
Castel Sant’Angelo – Great sunset views over the Tiber River.
Villa Borghese Gardens – Peaceful park with Galleria Borghese art museum.
Campo de’ Fiori & Testaccio – Markets and true Roman life.

🍝 Must-Eat Foods in Rome

Classic Roman Dishes

Cacio e Pepe – Pecorino cheese and black pepper pasta.
Carbonara – Egg, guanciale (pork cheek), and pecorino (no cream!).
Amatriciana – Tomato, guanciale, and pecorino.
Supplì – Fried rice balls with mozzarella.
Carciofi alla Romana – Artichokes cooked Roman-style.
Saltimbocca alla Romana – Veal with prosciutto and sage.
Pizza al Taglio – Roman square pizza slices sold by weight.
Gelato – Try Giolitti, Fatamorgana, or Gelateria del Teatro.
Espresso – Stand at the bar like locals do.

🚇 Public Transport in Rome

Main Options

Metro: 3 lines (A, B/B1, C) – simple and fast for main sights.
Bus & Tram: Extensive but often slow due to traffic.
Regional Trains: Connect suburbs and airports.
Taxi or Ride Apps: Official taxis (white, “TAXI” sign) or apps like FreeNow or ItTaxi.
Walking: Often faster in the city center!

Tickets

€1.50 for 100 minutes on bus/tram/metro (BIT ticket).
€7 for 24-hour pass, €12.50 for 48 h, €18 for 72 h, €24 for weekly (CIS).
Buy from metro stations, tabacchi (tobacco shops), or ATAC mobile app.

How to Use

Validate your ticket once (in bus/tram or metro gate).
Keep it until your trip ends.
Inspectors do random checks – fines are heavy (€100+).

🛫 Public Transport from and to Rome Airports

From Fiumicino (FCO):

🚆 Leonardo Express Train → Termini Station (32 min, €14).
🚆 FL1 Train → Trastevere/Tiburtina (cheaper, €8).
🚌 Shuttle Bus → Termini (45 – 60 min, €6–7).
🚕 Taxi (fixed rate) €50 to central Rome.

From Ciampino (CIA):

🚌 Shuttle Bus to Termini Station (40 min, €6).
🚕 Taxi fixed rate €31 to central Rome.

💡 Transport Tips & Tricks

Avoid rush hours (7–9 am, 5–7 pm) – metros get crowded.
Google Maps or Moovit works well for route planning.
Keep small coins for bus ticket machines (some don’t take cards).
Watch for pickpockets on buses and metros (especially Line A).
Rome Pass or Omnia Card can save time & money if visiting many attractions.

🗓️ Itinerary Ideas

3-Night (4-Day) Rome Itinerary

Day 1: Colosseum → Roman Forum → Capitoline Hill → Piazza Venezia → Trevi Fountain
Day 2: Vatican Museums → Sistine Chapel → St. Peter’s Basilica → Castel Sant’Angelo → Trastevere dinner
Day 3: Pantheon → Piazza Navona → Campo de’ Fiori → Villa Borghese → Galleria Borghese
Day 4 (morning): Local café + shopping at Spanish Steps

5-Night (6-Day) Itinerary

Add to the above:

Day 4: Day trip to Tivoli (Villa d’Este & Hadrian’s Villa) or Ostia Antica.
Day 5: Explore Testaccio food market, Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) by bike, and Catacombs.

10-Night (11-Day) Itinerary

Include all above +
Day 6–7: Overnight trip to Florence or Naples (1–1.5 h by train).
Day 8: Explore Jewish Ghetto & Trastevere more deeply.
Day 9: Cooking class or wine tasting near Rome.
Day 10: Relax at Villa Borghese or go shopping on Via del Corso.

💶 Budget Traveler’s Rome

Accommodation: Hostels or budget guesthouses near Termini or Trastevere.
Eat cheap: Pizzerias al taglio, trattorie, or aperitivo buffets.
Free sights: Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazzas, and churches (many have Michelangelo or Caravaggio works!).
Transport: Use multi-day ATAC pass.
Museum tip: First Sunday of each month – free state museum entry.

💕 Honeymoon in Rome

Stay in Trastevere, Monti, or near Piazza Navona.
Romantic spots: Pincio Terrace, Giardino degli Aranci (Orange Garden), Tiber River cruise.
Candle-light dinners: Aroma (Colosseum view), Il Margutta, or La Pergola.
Day trip ideas: Tivoli Gardens or Castel Gandolfo for lakeside romance.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Trip with Small Kids

Stay near Villa Borghese (green spaces, zoo, playgrounds).
Attractions for kids: Explora Children’s Museum, Bioparco Zoo, Time Elevator Rome, and Gelato tastings!
Many piazzas are stroller-friendly; avoid cobblestone alleys with narrow wheels.
Family restaurants: Tonnarello, Pizzeria da Baffetto, La Montecarlo (kid-friendly, fast service).
Keep baby wipes and snacks handy — bathrooms can be sparse.

🌤️ Best Time to Visit Rome (Weather, Seasons, Festivals)

Season

Months

Weather

Notes

Spring

March – May

12–24 °C

🌸 Best time — mild weather, blooming gardens, fewer crowds before summer.

Summer

June – August

26–36 °C

☀️ Hot and crowded. Some locals close shops in August (Ferragosto holiday).

Autumn

September – November

15–26 °C

🍂 Ideal for sightseeing and food festivals. Pleasant evenings.

Winter

December – February

4–14 °C

❄️ Cold and quiet; great for budget travelers and shorter queues.

Best months: April–May and September–October
Worst months: August (very hot, many closures), January (cold and rainy)

🎉 Major Festivals & Events

Easter (Mar/Apr) – Vatican ceremonies and processions.
April 21 – Natale di Roma – Founding of Rome parade and fireworks.
June – Estate Romana – Summer concerts and outdoor events.
July – Festa de’ Noantri (Trastevere) – Folk festival.
October – Rome Film Festival – International event at Auditorium Parco della Musica.
December – Christmas Markets at Piazza Navona, Vatican tree lighting.

🛡️ Safety Level in Rome

Crime: Generally safe, especially central areas (Vatican, Trastevere, Monti).
Main issues: Pickpocketing and petty theft in crowded areas and public transport (Metro Line A, Termini, buses).
Political stability: Very stable and peaceful.
Tips:
- Keep your bag zipped and in front of you.
- Avoid people offering “free bracelets” or “help with photos.”
- Use ATMs inside banks, not on the street.
- Don’t leave bags unattended at restaurants or fountains.

Emergency line: 🇪🇺 112 (EU-wide emergency number).

📱 Internet Access & SIM Cards in Rome

Free Wi-Fi: Available at cafés, hotels, Termini Station, and some piazzas (“Wi-Fi Italia”).

Top SIM options for tourists:

TIM Tourist SIM – €20, includes 70 GB data + 200 min (valid 30 days).
Vodafone Holiday SIM – €30, 70 GB + 300 min (30 days).
WindTre – €15–25, 50–100 GB, good nationwide coverage.
Iliad – €9.99–€15.99 plans; great value if staying longer.

You can buy SIMs at Fiumicino Airport, Termini Station, or local phone shops (bring passport).
eSIMs are also available (Airalo, Holafly) if you prefer digital setup.

💶 Currency & Exchange Rate in Rome

Currency: Euro (€)
Exchange rate (approx, Oct 2025): €1 = US $1.07 / SEK 11.70
Payment: Cards widely accepted (Visa, Mastercard). Small cafés may prefer cash.
ATMs: Everywhere; use bank ATMs for best rates (avoid “Euronet”).
Tipping: Optional – round up the bill or leave 5–10% for great service.

🗣️ Languages Spoken in Rome

Official: Italian 🇮🇹
English: Widely understood in tourist areas, hotels, restaurants.
Useful phrases:
- Hello – Ciao / Buongiorno
- Thank you – Grazie
- Please – Per favore
- Excuse me – Scusi
- How much? – Quanto costa?

💰 Ways to Save Money in Rome

🎟️ Passes & Discounts

Roma Pass (48 h – €33, 72 h – €53): Free entry to 1–2 museums, free public transport, discounts at others.
Omnia Card (€129): Includes Vatican Museums + Roma Pass combo.
Archeologia Card: Access to several archaeological sites.
Free Sunday (first Sunday each month): Free entry to state museums and ruins.

🍕 Local Tips

Eat at trattorias or osterias instead of tourist restaurants.
Have aperitivo (drink + snacks) instead of dinner some nights.
Buy fruit and sandwiches at local markets (Campo de’ Fiori, Testaccio Market).
Walk or use ATAC transport passes instead of taxis.

🎭 Seasonal & Cultural Events in Rome

Month

Event

January

Epiphany Parade (La Befana)

March/April

Easter celebrations, Holy Week in Vatican

May

Open House Roma (architecture tours)

June–August

Estate Romana (open-air concerts, cinema)

July

Festa de’ Noantri, Opera at Baths of Caracalla

September

RomaEuropa Festival (arts, theater)

October

Rome Film Festival

December

Christmas markets, nativity scenes

🔌 Power Plug Type & Voltage

Plug type: Type C, F, and L (two round pins).
Voltage: 230 V, frequency 50 Hz.
Bring a universal adapter if your plug type differs.

🚨 Emergency Numbers & Hospitals in Rome

Emergency (all services): ☎️ 112 (EU universal number)
Police (Carabinieri): 112
Medical emergency (ambulance): 118
Fire brigade: 115

Major hospitals (with English-speaking staff):

Policlinico Umberto I – Via del Policlinico 155
Ospedale Santo Spirito – Lungotevere in Sassia 1 (near Vatican)
Ospedale San Giovanni Addolorata – Via dell’Amba Aradam 9
Rome American Hospital – Private, Via Emilio Longoni 69

⚠️ Common Tourist Scams to Avoid in Rome

Bracelet Trick: Someone ties a “free bracelet” on your wrist, then demands payment.
Photo Helpers: People offering to take your photo for free — then ask for money.
Fake Petition / Deaf Charity: People hand you clipboards; distracts for pickpockets.
Overpriced Taxis: Always use licensed taxis (white with “TAXI” sign, meter on).
ATM Skimmers: Use ATMs inside banks.
Restaurant Service Fees: Check for coperto or servizio before sitting down.
Fake Ticket Sellers: Buy Colosseum/Vatican tickets only from official sites or vendors.
Pickpockets on Metro: Especially around Termini, Barberini, and Colosseo stations.

Public transportation

Find the route
Use Google Map to find the route.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.maps&hl=en&gl=US

Inside Rome, use metro and bus.
https://www.atac.roma.it/utility/mappe

Outside Rome or taxi
Use Free Now or Uber. Free Now is much cheaper.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=taxi.android.client
iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/US/app/id357852748?mt=8
You can find FreeNow option in Google Map search below all other options.

Tips

Apps/Convenient Cards
1. Mytripnavi Offline map & travel guide
  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blogspot.metromapoffline.romemetrotrambustourmapoffline
2. Find maps of other cities https://mytripnavi.com/maps/all/

From/to airport Fiumicino Aeroporto
Use fast train (RV/REG) by Trenitalia (8~14 Euro) or SIT Bus Shuttle (~7 Euro) or Free Now taxi (~50 Euro).
Trenitalia: https://www.trenitalia.com/
SIT Bus Shuttle: https://www.sitbusshuttle.com/en/timetable-and-fares/

Other transportation tips you need to know

Metro/bus/trams and urban trains

Opening times every day from 5:30 am to 11:30 pm. On Friday and Saturday, the metro runs until 1:30 am.
Children under ten years old don’t need a ticket. Children under 10 travel free on public transport services in the territory of Roma Capitale when accompanied by a fare-paying adult. From 10 years on children have to buy ordinary tickets or passes. On Trenitalia vehicles (from airport to Rome, or long regional train) free access up to 4 years of age.
Fares

One-way ticket (BIT): Valid for 100 minutes from first validation. On the Metro, it is valid for a single journey, even using different lines, but without passing through the turnstiles if you change between lines A-B-B1; passing the turnstiles is permitted only to change between line A and C.
Price: € 1.50
ROMA 24 HOUR TICKET (ROME24H): Valid for 24 hours from first validation for unlimited journeys within the territory of Rome.
Price: € 7.00
ROMA48H, ROMA72H: same concept above with price from € 12.50 and € 18.00 respectively.
ROMA PASS 48H: Valid for 48 hours from first validation for unlimited journeys within the territory of Rome. First museum/archaeological site/experience included.
Price: € 32.00
ROMA PASS 72H: Valid for 72 hours from first validation for unlimited journeys within the territory of Rome. First two museum/archaeological site/experiences included.
Price: € 52.00
Other pass: https://www.atac.roma.it/en/tickets-and-passes

My experience

If you only travel in Rome and already purchase Museum ticket, then ROMA PASS is not worth. Because the museums are very close to each other, you only need the 1 way ticket each for 1.5 Euro from your hotel to any attractions and then just walk.
Summer is quite hot in Rome (all Italy), water and sun cream is a must.
Kids under 6 are not into museum in general. Don’t pack your schedule too much and be prepared for long queue if you don’t buy a ticket in advance.
People smoke on the road everywhere.
Be careful with your belongings wherever you are.
You will be charged for a place in restaurant called Coperto (~€2 or €3 per person). It’s not considered as tip.
Tips are always asked, but if you don’t like it, just say no. Of course, they don’t like it if you say no, but …
Roma Pass cannot be used to/from Fiumicino airport.
For the transportation between Fiumicino airport and Rome. http://www.060608.it/en/trasporti/come-arrivare/in-aereo/aeroporto-di-fiumicino-leonardo-da-vinci-collegamenti-e-servizi.html
For the transportation between Ciampino airport and Rome. http://www.060608.it/en/trasporti/come-arrivare/in-aereo/aeroporto-g-b-pastine-di-ciampino-collegamenti-e-servizi.html
The Vatican Museums (including the Sistine Chapel) are not part of the Roma Pass network Museums. Means you cannot visit Vatican Museums with ROMA PASS.
For the full list of museums and archaeological sites included on the Roma Pass 72 Hours/Roma Pass 48 Hours. https://www.romapass.it/en/museums/
Which museums are always free? Admission is always free to the following museums: Accademia Nazionale di San Luca, Museo Carlo Bilotti a Villa Borghese, Museo della Repubblica Romana e della memoria garibaldina, Museo delle Mura, Museo di Casal de’ Pazzi, Museo di Scultura Antica Giovanni Barracco, Museo Napoleonico, Museo Pietro Canonica a Villa Borghese, Villa di Massenzio. https://www.romapass.it/files/doc/sitiAderentiCostoBiglietti20230621_eng.pdf
I recommend to buy the ticket from ticket officer, sometimes the machine stuck/freeze and the money you paid is simple gone.
Several museums and archaeological sites of the Roma Pass network are CLOSED ON MONDAYS. Almost all the museums are usually closed on December 25th, January 1st and May 1st. Please check the official webpage of the museums and the other sites to find out updated information on special closings and/or opening hours scheduled during the year.

Italy foods you must try

Famous food top 5

Pasta/Spaghetti
1. Cacio e Pepe: A pasta dish from the cuisine of the city of Rome. Cacio e pepe means “cheese and pepper” in several central Italian dialects. In keeping with its name, the dish contains grated Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper, together with spaghetti, or traditionally tonnarelli.
2. Carbonara: Carbonara is a pasta dish made with eggs, hard cheese, cured pork, and black pepper. The dish took its modern form and name in the middle of the 20th century. The cheese is usually Pecorino Romano, parmesan, or a combination of the two.
3. Amatriciana: Sugo all’amatriciana, or alla matriciana, also known as salsa all’amatriciana, is a traditional Italian pasta sauce based on guanciale, pecorino romano cheese, tomato, and, in some variations, onion.
Pizza

Margherita pizza Margherita Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, basil. Neapolitan pizza. Named after Queen Margherita of Italy
marinara pizza alla marinara Tomato sauce, olive oil, oregano, garlic. Neapolitan pizza. It comes from the fact that sailors used ingredients that were effective in preserving on the voyage.
quattro formaggi pizza ai quattro formaggi 4 types of cheese (mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmigiano, fontina, etc.). Lazio
capricciosa pizza capricciosa Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, artichokes, prosciutto, olives, basil, etc.
quattro stagioni pizza alle quattro stagioni Meaning of four seasons. Similar to Capricciosa, but the ingredients are not mixed but divided into four portions. Artichokes are used in spring, tomatoes and basil in summer, mushrooms in autumn, and uncured ham and olives in winter.
diavola pizza diavola Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, chili pepper, spicy salami
funghi pizza funghi tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms
Prosciutto e funghi pizza prosciutto e funghi tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, ham
tonno e cipolla pizza tonno e cipolla Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, tuna, onion
Ortolana pizza ortolana Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, peppers, eggplant, zucchini, etc. vegetable pizza
salsiccia pizza salsiccia tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, salsiccia
bianca pizza bianca Pizza made from unglazed pizza dough. Lazio
Biancaneve pizza Biancaneve A white pizza made mainly with mozzarella cheese and without tomato sauce. “Snow White’s Pizza”
Bismarck pizza alla Bismarck Mozzarella cheese, ham, egg (fried egg, soft-boiled egg). Named after German politician Otto von Bismarck, who loved eggs.
Romana pizza alla Romana Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese (pecorino cheese), anchovies, oregano, capers. Rome, Lazio
Napoletana pizza alla Napoletana Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, anchovies, oregano, capers. Naples
campagnola pizza campagnola Ham, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese. Campania
pizza carrettiera (pizza salsiccia e friarielli) Tomato sauce, rapini (a bitter cruciferous vegetable), salsiccia, and cheese. Naples
porchetta pizza porchetta Tomato sauce, porchetta (roasted pork), mozzarella cheese, rosemary. Naples
pizza ricotta e spinaci tomato sauce, spinach, ricotta cheese
calabrese pizza calabrese Chili peppers, spicy salami, tuna, anchovies, olives and capers. Calabria
melanzane pizza melanzane tomato sauce, sautéed eggplant, mozzarella cheese
fiki pizza e fichi Mozzarella cheese, figs, garlic, salt, olive oil. Rome, Lazio
patate pizza con patate potatoes, mozzarella cheese, rosemary, olive oil, salt, black pepper
Tyrolean pizza Tirolese Tomato sauce, mozzarella, gorgonzola, speck (smoked ham)
Hungarian pizza Ungherese tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, hungarian salami
valdostana pizza valdostana Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, ham, fontina cheese
Vecchia Modena pizza Vecchia Modena Mozzarella cheese, balsamic vinegar, pancetta, arugula
Apulian style pizza Pugliese Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, onions. Puglia
Viennese pizza Viennese Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, wiener sausage. Lazio
ciclista pizza alla ciclista Olive oil, salt, rosemary, oregano. Emilia-Romagna, Marche, Veneto, Tuscany, etc.
pizza Pisana Tomato sauce, capers, anchovies, grana padano cheese (parmesan cheese). Bake in a frying pan. Pisa, Lucca and Livorno in Tuscany
Mastunicola Mastunicola Lardo (salted pork back fat), pecorino cheese, basil, pepper. The first pizza in Naples, the mother of Margherita
Rossini pizza Rossini Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, sliced boiled egg and mayonnaise. Pesaro, Marche
mimosa pizza mimosa Mozzarella cheese, cream, corn, ham.
primavera pizza primavera Fresh tomato, mozzarella cheese, arugula, uncured ham, parmesan cheese
pizza boscaiola mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, ham
Pesto Genovese pizza al Pesto Mozzarella cheese, basil paste, pine nuts, parmesan cheese. Liguria
puttanesca pizza puttanesca tomato sauce, black olives, capers, anchovies, garlic, basil
pescatore pizza pescatora / pizza pescatore Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, seafood (shrimp, squid, octopus, shellfish, etc.). “fisherman”
carbonara pizza carbonara mozzarella cheese, eggs, pancetta, pepper
Mexicana pizza Messicana Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, onion, pancetta, black beans, chili pepper
hawaiian pizza Hawaiiana Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, pineapple syrup, ham

Fritto: Gnocco fritto is a crispy fried dough typical of Emilia Romagna. These delicious, puffy, golden bread fritters are one of the most traditional foods of this region. Along with Piadina Romagnola, Gnocco Fritto is the most delicious and popular bread substitute in this part of Italy.
Antipasto d’Italia: In general, traditional antipasti include cheese, cured meats, olives, marinated or pickled vegetables, and bread or crackers. Anchovies and other types of seafood are also common, particularly if you’re by the coast.
Antipasto di Mare: Italy’s classic light, bright salad of gently cooked and marinated seafood with lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, and subtle spices.

Famous sweets

Gelato: Gelato is the common word in Italian for all kinds of ice cream. In English, it specifically refers to a frozen dessert of Italian origin. Artisanal gelato in Italy generally contains 6%–9% butterfat, which is lower than other styles of frozen dessert.
Tiramisu: Tiramisu is a coffee-flavoured Italian dessert. It is made of ladyfingers dipped in coffee, layered with a whipped mixture of eggs, sugar, and mascarpone cheese, flavoured with cocoa. The recipe has been adapted into many varieties of cakes and other desserts.

Famous drinks

Cafe Expresso: Caffè Also know as caffè normale, caffè is the foundation of any Italian coffee drink. A caffè is simply an espresso, served black and only in one shot increments.
Spritz: A spritz is an Italian wine-based cocktail, commonly served as an aperitif in Northeast Italy. It consists of prosecco, digestive bitters and soda water.