The Ultimate Rome Travel Guide

Rome, Italy

Rome is one of the most iconic and most traveled cities in Europe, with a long history to match. With a mixture of cultures from around the world, Rome has it all. Wander the cobblestone street with gelato in hand, spend some time people watching from the Spanish Steps, and take in all of the stunning architecture the city has to offer. Rome is also a foodie's heaven, from the world-class cuisine to casual trattorias, to takeaway pizzas. Here's my ultimate Rome travel guide!

WHAT TO EXPECT IN ROME

Rome is a big city with a great transportation system and friendly locals. I would recommend knowing a few key phrases in Italian but you will find many English speakers around in case you need assistance.

Language: Modern-day Romans speak Italian, of course, which is widely recognized as a language of love and romance. There are a lot of English-speakers around Rome as well.

Currency: Italy uses the euro (EUR). Currently, $1 U.S. dollar will get you €.84 euro.

Credit Cards and Banks: Cards are used all over Rome, especially Visa, but it’s more common to use cash for small items. Some museums and market sellers only accept notes. As a general rule of thumb, bring a few euros in cash with you wherever you go.

Climate: Resting just off the Mediterranean Sea, Rome enjoys warm and temperate weather with averages of 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect much more rainfall during the winter and hot and sunny days in the summer.

April to June and late September to October are the best months for traveling in Italy — temperatures are usually mild and the crowds aren’t quite so intense.

GETTING AROUND IN ROME

Getting to Rome: Dozens of airlines fly to and from Fiumicino Airport daily, so you can pick and choose based on your point of origin. You can also wheel into Rome by train—most lines run into Roma Termini, Rome’s central train station.

Car: Driving in Rome isn’t advisable— the traffic is chaotic in the best of terms and drivers are insane.

Taxis: Taxis are an option but tend to be more expensive.

Public Transport: Opt for wandering around by foot— the most romantic way to discover the hidden corners of the city— or use the impressive public system of buses, trams, trolleys, metro, and light railways.

If you’re in town for at least 72 hours, try the Roma Pass— just 38 euros will get you full access to public transportation, admission to two museums, and discounts on performance and exhibition tickets.

TRAVEL TIP

Uber is available in Rome, so if you're going further distances around the city, it is definitely an option!

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