Romе - Touristic Guide

The city has an endless collection of ancient ruins, historical monuments, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Rome is a blend of antiquity and cosmopolitanism, romance, crowds, and splendor.

Best time to visit Rome

The periods between the transition seasons are the best time to visit Rome. In fact, it is the best time to visit Europe.

• Months on both sides of the summer season - April - May (spring) or the end of September - October (autumn).
• During the summer months in late June - early September, you can expect high temperatures, high prices, and crazy crowds.

Arrival from Rome airport

Rome has two airports - Fiumicino (FCO) and Ciampino (CIA).

Train from Rome airport

The easiest way to get to Rome from FCO Airport is by Leonardo Express train.

The train connects FCO with Termini station, the central station in the heart of Rome. The journey takes 30 minutes. Tickets are 14 euros in each direction. You must confirm your ticket before boarding the train. Tickets are valid for 90 minutes.

From Termini station, you can switch to the local metro system. You can also travel by taxi, which must be marked with a white number. The price of the ticket is determined in advance on the basis of one trip for up to four passengers with luggage. Between FCO and Rome, the fixed rate is 48 euros. Between the CIA and Rome airports, the fixed rate is € 30.

Private transfer from the airport

Private transport services have the same fixed price as a taxi, except that it is paid in advance when booking.

The shuttle bus is the cheapest way to travel from either airport.

Between FCO and Rome - the journey takes just under an hour with two stops in the center - Termini Station and Piazza Cavour near the Vatican. Tickets cost € 6 one way.

Between the CIA airport and the center of Rome - Termini station, the ride takes approximately. 40 minutes. Tickets cost € 5 one way.

Where to stay in Rome

Choosing a place to stay in Rome can be difficult. With 22 different districts, each with several neighborhoods, and with a different atmosphere and price.

Centro Storico

If you run out of time, the historic center is perfect for access from your doorstep to all major attractions such as Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. The crowds are big, the prices are expensive, but it is an ideal solution for those who are visiting Rome for the first time.

Jewish Quarter

If you want to be in the center, but a little away from the crowds with the charming atmosphere of the old town, stay in the Jewish Quarter.

Not far from Centro Storico, the old Jewish ghetto is full of beautifully curved streets leading from Piazza Venezia to the Tiber River. The famous culinary district is perfect for those who want an authentic Roman experience and a fantastic gastronomic encounter.

Trident and Via Veneto

Trident is one of the most advanced areas of Rome and is technically still part of the historic center. In the immediate vicinity of the Spanish Steps, you will find 4 and 5-star hotels and generally everything for a higher quality of life. In the immediate vicinity of Via Veneto was the residence of politicians, movie stars, and paparazzi during the 50s and 60s. Although it has lost some of its former pizzerias, you will still find elegant hotels and restaurants.

Trastevere

Trastevere is considered a lively, somewhat bohemian, one of the most visited and popular districts in Rome. Exciting nightlife, great restaurants are in a charming district located in the bends of odd streets.

Dates and Esquilino Central Station

The advantage of staying near the Roman station Termini is affordability and price. Access to all central public transport systems makes touring Rome easy for those who don’t like to walk. You will find a lot of cheap hotels and accommodation and in addition, it offers easy access to the airport. It is also a multicultural area of Rome, so you will find a lot of falconers, ethnic shops, and food options from all over the world, including the Chinese-style market.

Vatican and Prati

If you want to divide the time between Rome and the Vatican, the Prati district east of St. Peter's Cathedral is the right solution. You will also find very good hotel prices and be well located when you want to visit the Vatican.

Monti and Celio Monti

If you are looking for an authentic Roman experience, you will find it in Monti. You can find great boutiques for buying unique Italian clothes. Also, the district has some of the most beautiful churches in Rome.

Celio

Not far from Monti, the residential area of Celio lays claim to the Colosseum in its heart. The area, which goes a bit "crazy" during the day due to tourists, offers some of the best views of Rome at night - the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Neither Monti nor Celio have many hotels that contribute to an authentic suburb. These are the places to stay if you are a big fan of Roman ruins and want an authentic surrounding vibe.

Flaminio and Parioli

If you want museums, fantastic restaurants, art galleries, a peaceful atmosphere filled with huge green areas, and a landscape overgrown with trees, Flaminio or Parioli are for you.

Tourist Accommodation Tax in Rome

When choosing the best place to stay in Rome and compare prices, take into account the tax on tourist accommodation. The tax is calculated according to the number of hotel stars for up to 10 nights.

• 1-2 star hotels - 3 € per night
• 3-star hotels - 4 € per night
• 4-star hotels - 6 € per night
• 5-star hotels - 7 € per night

Bed and breakfasts and holiday home rentals have different rates. See the official website of the Rome Tourist Organization for more details.

Don't miss these places when visiting Rome:

• Colosseum
• Pantheon
• Vatican
• Roman Forum
• Trevi fountain
• Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano
• Centro Storico and Spanish Steps
• Church of Santa Maria Maggiore
• The Catacombs and Via Appia Antica
• Piazza Navona
• Palatine Hill
• Borghese Gallery
• Public baths Karakline terme
• Terme di Diocleziano
• The mouth of truth - La Bocca Della Verita

Shopping in Rome

Via Veneto and Via del Corso

If you are looking for the best places to shop in Rome, head to Via Veneto and Via del Corso. Via Veneto is one of the most expensive and elegant streets in Rome. It has been attracting the jet-set since the 50s. Along with some famous hotels, restaurants, and bars, you will find a large selection of shopping options, from antiques to top design stores.

Although not as well known as Via Veneto, Via del Corso offers a wide range of shopping options from international stores to boutiques and designer brands.

Be safe in Rome

Rome is full of thieves, swindlers, and pickpockets. Be careful with your belongings at all times, especially in crowded tourist areas - even in St. Peter's Basilica.

Do not accept any "gifts" from strangers, such as flowers, even bags.

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