Where are the best views of Rome?
Rightly famed for its beautiful vistas and viewpoints, we present the best places to gaze over and photograph the roofs and domes of Rome going back two thousand years.
Rome Vacation Tips: Essential advice for the Eternal City
Don’t waste valuable vacation time wondering how to do the little things in Rome. Use this site to learn about skipping the lines, getting around, eating and drinking, personal safety, Rome for free, self-guided itineraries, Rome off the beaten track, and much more.
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Skip the lines at Rome’s major attractions
Off the beaten track: architectural walking tours
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.
Guided Modern Architecture Tour Of Rome
A tour through Rome’s striking modern architecture. We visit impressive contemporary buildings created by “Star architects”, and unveil the innovative modern side Rome, sometimes overshadowed by ancient masterpieces.
How do I buy cigarettes in Rome?
Buying cigarettes in Rome is relatively easy, as long as you are aware of certain restrictions. We show you how.
How to avoid the African bracelet scam
There’s a peculiar but annoying scam practised in Rome that provides a cheap African bracelet to the ‘victim’, and then intimidation into parting with money. Here’show locals avoid it.
Where can I find a wifi cafe in Rome to work in?
A list of wi-fi enabled bars and cafes in Rome where you can bring your laptop and work Starbucks-style (but with better coffee).
Where can I buy a used bike in Rome?
Rome is not the safest place to cycle. However there are places where used bikes can be bought and the city can be enjoyed at a slower pace.
Colosseum, Forum and Palatine small group tour
This semi-private tour takes you around the Colosseum, then through the Forum, and atop the Palatine Hill to give you an outstanding interpretation of these incredible monuments.
How to skip the lines at the Pantheon
If you only see one thing during your visit to Rome, make it the Pantheon. It’s the most stunning of all Rome’s monuments. Here’s your insider info on the ticketing situation, opening hours, and lining up.
12 reasons you shouldn’t rent a car in Rome
We explain why renting a car in Rome will not enhance your vacation – and why a rental car could become an expensive liability.
Guided Walking Tour: Rome After Sunset
An evening walk, starting at sunset on the Quirinale Hill, across the entire historical center of the city, taking in Rome’s masterpieces, all the way to Piazza del Popolo.
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 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.
