The Romapass is very convenient if you are planning on visiting lots of sites and museums and planning to use the bus and metro services for 3 or more days. With unlimited travel on the buses and... more
We flew into Rome from Frankfurt, an easy nonstop flight that was relaxing as we did some final reading up on all the things we planned to see while in Rome. As we approached the airport, it was... more
The airport is 32 km (20 miles) southwest of the city so you will need to think about transportation into Rome ahead of time. There are several options, each with its own pros and cons and the costs... more
At the moment, a taxi ride from airport Fiumicino to central Rome costs 48 €. Make sure you use an official taxi. You can see a number as well as the fare written on it. The fare from and to Ciampino... more
If you don’t need a car in Rome, I highly recommend you not get one. The city is too busy, too crowded, and there just aren’t enough parking spaces. Rome is an easy walking city and, if you need it,... more
Definetely the best way for a quick tour of the city, especially if staying in Rome shortly. On the other hand, it might help a lot showing the sights which one should visit later by foot. But there... more
Once we got into Rome, we walked just about everywhere. This is what we do on most of our trips unless we absolutely have to get somewhere too far away to walk.
I found Rome to be a very easy city to... more
"Enjoy Rome" are an Englidh speaking company that provide useful help and tips for visitors to Rome.
They also organise an exceedingly good bicycle tour of the city. You experience the city in the... more
In September 2008 i traveled with Grimaldi Prestige Ferries from Barcelona to Civitavecchia, near Rome. The crossing time was twenty one hour. It was a nice experience, the food was ok and the cabin... more
at first it doesn't seem very easy to use, but it is a powerful source of information, go to the Route Planner, make sure you have selected ENGLISH in the upper... more
Our bus tour around Italy started in Mestre (continental part of Venice), continued in Verona, Florence and Pisa. Rome was our next Italian attraction. We got... more
We landed in Fiumicino airport and were planning to get the Leonardo Express Train to Termini Station (for €14) followed by the bus (for €1) to our hotel. We... more
Actually, we were standing at the Piazza Argentina trying to catch taxi for the hotel when all the sudden this fiaker appeared. I was so surprised because... more
The easiest way to cover large distances, cheaply, is the Metro. All day tickets are an excellent value, currently just 4 Euros. The Metro system is divided... more
We saw several carriages along the city center. It seems many tourists find it romantic to see the city this way, it’s a tradition in Rome many years now. Some... more
Many of the city’s sites are located at the city center which is easily walkable and depending where you’re staying you may need no bus or metro at all (if you... more
TrainYou can easily travel to Rome by train from many parts of Italy. The tickets are usually very cheap (Pisa to Rome for €18 with a regional train, it’s a 4... more
We just returned from Rome, Pompeii, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello and we luck enough to be booked thru travel agent with the best driver/tour guide I've ever... more
There are two types of passes issued by the transportation authorities in Rome: the ones issued for the Metrebus system in Rome and the ones issued for the... more
There are several Roman carriages at the colosseum. For some, they get into the carriage to loop around the colosseum just like in the old days. There are also... more
Last winter (2007-08) we have been flying five times from Brussels to Rome and return with Brussels Airlines. On one flight we left late (45 minutes) from... more
We did a lot of walking around Rome to see the various sights and restaurants that I had gotten from websites like this one! I found it invaluable to have a map... more
This is one of those instances in which traveling by bus is both faster AND cheaper than traveling by train in Italy. I learned about this bus (AFTER taking the... more
This might sound not fair(I do work for it!!) but I do really think it is the best travel agency in Rome.The conbination of American Italian Lloyd & Concierge... more
Despite what I wrote in the Tourist trap tip, taxis in Rome are really cheap. At least compared to Sweden... Except for when going to and from the Leonardo Da... more
Coming to bella Roma? B R A V O !!
A grand lady - she is. Overwhelming - she can be..........
Know a little about her and you will not SEE her - you will EXPERIENCE her - she will be yours.
Open...
On each of my visits to Rome I have the same feeling of cultural, historical abundance and plenitude.
The abundance of monuments is unequalled.
The famous Guide Michelin proposes a visit program of...
Without a doubt, Rome is my favourite city in this world. There is little to dislike about Rome, and too much to love for a short introductory paragraph. Even listing random non-descriptive positives...
Rome is huge, beautiful, full of attraction by very very dirthy town! Yes, it is the very first thing one can noticed when strolling around. Is it so because of huge number of tourists or perhaps...
Hubby and I celebrated our 28th anniversary in Rome this year – a place neither of us had been to before but always near the top of our bucket list. What an experience! Everything cooperated for us,...
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