Good news travelers: Getting around the Eternal City ain’t hard at all. With this handy Rome public transportation guide, you’ll jump from Metro to …
How to Find WiFi in Rome
In 2017, the Italian government took a giant leap into the 21st century. They unveiled a free mobile app that allows access to thousands of WiFi …
Arrival in Rome: How to Get From the Airport to the City Center
So, there you are: You've arrived in Rome, ready to explore the Eternal City. Ready to embark on the vacation of a lifetime. But you're not in Rome. …
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Staying Safe in Rome
The question inevitably arises: Is Rome safe? To be clear, the answer is an unequivocal yes. Yes, Rome is safe for tourists. That said, about the …
How to Find an Uber & Taxi in Rome
Although it’s possible to rely solely on Rome’s public transportation and your own two feet, nobody can deny the convenience of Ubers and taxis in …
Tipping Tips for Rome
Americans are used to tipping everywhere they go. Italians? Not so much. Therefore, on your grand tour of Rome, never feel obligated to leave a tip …
Testaccio: Central Rome’s Most Dynamic Neighborhood
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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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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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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