Located on the Tiber River in central Rome, the Testaccio district was one of the busiest trading ports in the ancient world. Amazingly, you can still …
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Leave Rome’s Tourists Behind in Trastevere and Monteverde
If you ever feel overwhelmed by the chaotic crowds of central Rome, then it’s time to take a trip across the Tiber River to Trastevere and Monteverde. …
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Panini Meets Tapas? Only at Rome’s PanDivino
Yes, the Spanish invented tapas…but why should they have all the fun? Romans enjoy small dishes too! For a spot of Spain in the Eternal City, check …
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Garbatella: Rome’s Tantalizing Village within a City
Located about three miles south of the Colosseum, the Garbatella district is a hip oasis inside Rome. It constantly garners comparisons to the famed …
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Vatican City Versus the Eternal City: Why the Difference?
So, there you are: Standing atop St. Peter's Basilica looking out as Rome stretches in every direction beneath you. Or, wait, maybe that's Vatican …
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Dress for Success: Proper Sightseeing Attire for Rome
Stylish yet comfortable. That's my advice on dressing for Rome. Rome, like most big cities in the US and Europe, is very fashion-forward. And the more …
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The “Aventine Keyhole,” Rome’s Stealthiest Viewpoint
Let’s be honest, most of Rome’s best-known tourist attractions are expensive and crowded. Thankfully, that’s not the case with one very special …
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Ecstasy of Saint Teresa: Bernini’s Hidden Masterpiece
Some might consider it a shame that one of Earth's greatest chunks of marble sits in relative obscurity in Rome. Not me! I consider it an opportunity. …
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A Fuoco: How to Beat the Heat in Rome
There’s no getting around it. Summer visitors to Rome will sweat. From June to August, daytime highs routinely hit the lower 90s°F and even 100°F. On …
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Osteria da Fortunata: Hearty Pasta in the Heart of Rome
Sometimes it’s difficult to find an authentic meal at a reasonable price in Rome's touristy areas. However, even in the tourist-restaurant-saturated …
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Trattoria Morgana: Classic Roman Cuisine with a Modern Twist
Despite a prime location between the Colosseum and Termini Station in the eastern Monti neighborhood, Trattoria Morgana has yet to catch on with …
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Mordi e Vai: Savoring Rome’s Best Sandwich
Stroll through Rome’s Testaccio Market and you're bound to come across a long line in front of stall #15. Although it has been around for less than a …
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