How to skip the line at the Vatican
The queues to get into the Vatican are notoriously long, and the Roman sun is hot. We show you how to keep your cool by skipping the lines.
Rome Vacation Tips: Essential advice for the Eternal City
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Skip the lines at Rome’s major attractions
Rome architectural tours,
Urban drawing lessons
Rome Vacation Tips is pleased to present a series of “hidden gem” tours that take you to the real Rome – the the parts of the city that tourists rarely get to visit, from street art to cutting-edge modern architecture in the company of an expert architect and award-winning illustrator.
The cheapest way to skip the lines at the Vatican
Here’s how you can save money buying your own ticket online to skip the lines at the Vatican.
How much cash to bring with you to Rome
A lot of people get antsy about bringing a lot of cash with them when they visit a new country. When visiting Rome, bringing a
How do I mail a letter in Rome?
To buy stamps, you go to a tobacconist of course! Let me explain. Poste Italiane doubles up as a bank. Due to the many people
Pasta Making Class – Fettuccine with Meatballs
Discover how to make pasta from scratch in the authentic Italian way! At this hands-on interactive workshop you will be provided with both – the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to create a real Italian pasta!
The best way to get from the airports into Rome (and back again)
With English-speaking local drivers, this remarkable new service provides the ease and peace of mind of an Uber for the low price of a regular taxi – transparent price, pay online, with no hidden extras. Book now so you can relax about getting from FCO or CIA to your hotel.
Heart of Rome: Pasta and Gelato Making Class
All in one! Get your hands dirty and learn how to make original Italian homemade pasta and real artisanal Italian gelato from scrach from an expert Italian chef in the very heart of Rome, overlooking the Tiber River.
How to use Rome’s public transportation network – with map
There’s a lot of public transport in Rome and it can be confusing. We show you how to get around the city cheaply.
The Trajan Column in color
The guys at History in 3D have done it again! An amazing reconstruction and imagination based on historical research into what Trajan’s Column – which
How to order a coffee in Rome
This guide and glossary will help you order a coffee in Italy, and don’t miss the warnings at the end of the article.
How do I buy a slice of pizza in Rome?
Italy’s the home of pizza, but buying pizza in Rome can be a bit confusing. We tell you how to buy ‘pizza al taglio’ – by the slice.
Do I need to tip in Rome?
How can restaurants in Italy justify charging several euro for a small basket of bread? Find the secret here.
The difference between St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican
To clear up any confusion we first need to define some terminology: Vatican City Vatican City is a city-state with clearly defined borders. It is
Short tour of the Pantheon
The Pantheon is not big, but it is stunningly impressive. This short and inexpensive group tour will help you to interpret the amazing sights you can see within and outside.
