Rome
Italy
The Eternal City — where every cobblestone tells a 2,000-year story
About Rome
Rome is an open-air museum where ancient ruins stand alongside baroque fountains and bustling trattorias. From the Colosseum to the Vatican, from authentic cacio e pepe to gelato by the Trevi Fountain, Rome is a feast for every sense.
Quick Facts
Best Time
April – June, Sep – Oct
Language
Italian
Currency
EUR (€)
Timezone
CET (UTC+1)
Avg Budget
$90–140/day
Top Things to Do
6 must-see experiences in Rome
Colosseum
The iconic 2,000-year-old amphitheater that once hosted gladiatorial combat
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo's ceiling and the vast papal art collection
Trastevere
Charming cobblestone neighborhood with the best trattorias in Rome
Trevi Fountain
Baroque masterpiece — toss a coin to ensure your return to Rome
Pantheon
Perfectly preserved 2,000-year-old temple with its famous oculus dome
Roman Forum
Walk among the ruins of ancient Rome's political and commercial center
3-Day Sample Itinerary
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Day 1: Ancient Rome
- Morning at the Colosseum and Roman Forum
- Lunch near Piazza Navona
- Visit the Pantheon
- Gelato and coin toss at Trevi Fountain
Day 2: Vatican & Art
- Early morning Vatican Museums (book skip-the-line)
- Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica
- Lunch in Prati
- Afternoon walk through Villa Borghese gardens
Day 3: La Dolce Vita
- Morning at Campo de' Fiori market
- Cooking class: pasta-making
- Explore Trastevere's winding streets
- Farewell dinner in a family-run trattoria
Travel Tips for Rome
Book Colosseum and Vatican tickets online well in advance — same-day queues can be 2+ hours.
Avoid restaurants with picture menus right next to major landmarks — tourist traps. Walk one block away for better food.
Carry a water bottle — Rome has free drinking fountains (nasoni) throughout the city.
Dress modestly for the Vatican: no bare shoulders or knees, or you'll be turned away.
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