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Discover Rome

Trevi Fountain, Rome
Trevi Fountain
Pantheon, Rome
Pantheon

City guide

About Rome

Rome unfolds along the banks of the Tiber river and across seven storied hills in central Italy. The 'Eternal City' is a living open-air museum where three millennia of civilization meet: from imperial classical forums to renaissance palaces and theatrical baroque piazzas.

The city pulses with everyday drama: mopeds weave across cobblestone lanes, baroque fountains splash beneath grand palazzi, and neighborhood trattorias have served timeless Roman pastas for generations.

Best time to go
April, May, September, and October are the finest months to visit, offering ample sunshine and comfortable temperatures between 21 and 25°C. July and August are hot and crowded, with many local shops closing around the Ferragosto holiday (15 August). Winter is cool but mostly mild and substantially quieter.
From the airport
Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport (FCO) is 30 kilometres southwest of the city. The non-stop Leonardo Express train reaches Roma Termini station in 32 minutes. The regional FL1 train provides an affordable link to Trastevere and Ostiense stations. Official flat-rate taxis to central Rome cost 50 euros.
Getting around
The historic centre is best discovered on foot, as most famous sights sit within walking distance of each other. Two main metro lines (A and B) and a network of buses and trams handle longer hops. Wear sturdy, supportive walking shoes to navigate the historic basalt cobblestones (sampietrini).

What to see in Rome

  • Colosseum and Roman ForumThe monumental amphitheatre of imperial Rome and the adjoining archaeological heart of the ancient empire. Securing entry tickets online well in advance is essential.
  • Vatican City and St. Peter's BasilicaThe sovereign papal enclave within Rome, renowned for St. Peter's Square, the colossal Renaissance basilica, and the Vatican Museums containing Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel.
  • PantheonOne of the best-preserved monuments of the ancient Roman world, celebrated for its soaring unreinforced concrete dome and open central oculus.
  • Trevi Fountain and Piazza NavonaMasterpieces of the Roman high baroque: toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return to Rome, and admire Bernini's dramatic fountains across Piazza Navona.

Neighbourhoods

  • TrastevereThe charming quarter across the Tiber, characterized by ivy-draped ochre townhouses, winding cobblestone alleys, and buzzing evening life around Piazza Santa Maria.
  • MontiA bohemian neighborhood set between Termini and the Colosseum, beloved for artisan studios, vintage boutiques, cozy wine bars, and leafy squares.
  • TestaccioA proud working-class quarter and the historic cradle of authentic Roman cooking, home to a bustling food market and classic neighborhood trattorias.

Food and drink

Sample the four classic Roman pastas: cacio e pepe, carbonara, amatriciana, and alla gricia. Savor thin and crispy Roman-style pizza, grab suppli (fried rice croquettes stuffed with mozzarella) on the go, and finish with artisanal gelato. Romans dine late, typically reserving tables from 8:30 PM onward.

Questions about Rome

How many days do you need in Rome?

Three to four full days allow you to explore the Colosseum, Vatican City, the Pantheon, and the historic squares without feeling rushed.

Do you need to book Colosseum and Vatican tickets in advance?

Yes, timed-entry tickets for both monuments regularly sell out days or weeks ahead. Always book via the official ticket portals before your trip.

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  • Colosseum door FeaturedPics, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  • Trevi Fountain door NikonZ7II, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  • Pantheon door NikonZ7II, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons