Rome Vacation Tips

Benvenuti! Italy is totally open to visitors

It’s back to the warm Italian welcome and business as usual.

You do not need any kind of vaccination certificate, test certificate, or “Green Pass” to enter the country. Nor do you need any kind of certificate to visit restaurants, museums, historical sites, etc.

Masks are no longer required to be worn on transportation or in public places (except medical facilities). Read more….

All sites in Rome are open but tickets for museums and other sites should still be booked in advance >

Essential advice for the Eternal City:
insider info from locals so you can spend more time enjoying Rome.

How to skip the lines in Rome

Spend more time enjoying Rome and less time lining up.

How to do the basics in Rome

A guide to all the little things, to save you precious time.

How to get around Rome

Navigate the city like a local – fast and inexpensive.

Buy Rome tickets and tours

Browse all the amazing things to see and do in Rome.

What to eat and drink in Rome

Find the best food and drink at every meal.

Where to stay in Rome

A review of Rome’s neighborhoods and hidden gem eateries.

Rome off the beaten path

See another side of Rome. Avoid the stereotypes.

Keep out of trouble in Rome

Get peace of mind so you can enjoy your vacation more.

Walks around Rome

Incredible self-led and guided walks around the city.

Rome for free and low cost

Anyone who told you Rome’s expensive doesn’t know the city. Enjoy Rome like a local for next to nothing.

Extraordinary 5* tours by independent operators

Become a Spritz Specialist and a Pasta Pundit

In our fantastic two-for-one class, an expert mixologist will explain how to make the famous tipple, then our chef will take you through the surprisingly rigorous methods of making the perfect plate of pasta.

Fancy bruschetta representing food tour in Trastevere, Rome

Food tour in the heart of Rome

Rome and its cuisine are intimately entwined. On this Rome food tour in the city’s quaintest ‘quartiere’ of Trastevere you will learn the city’s culinary history and get to sample the delicacies. You will literally eat history!

Rome Vacation Tips guided walk of the Baroque City

Wander the beautiful cobbled streets of Baroque Rome in the company of a charming and enlightening guide.

Hooch and History: the Tipsy Tour of Rome

Meet a bunch of like-minded visitors for this raucous – and slightly outrageous – exploration of the sights, scandals, and drinks of Rome, which ends up in one of the city’s authentic, locals-only hotspots.

How to visit Rome with children

Rome can be the most wonderful playground with the right preparation, allowing adults and kids alike to have an incredible experience. Here’s how.

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What’s the best time of day to visit the Vatican Museums – 2023

Avoid the crowds by choosing the time of your skip-the-lines Vatican Museums ticket wisely – and learn about other interesting times and ways of visiting.

How to order a coffee in Rome

This guide and glossary will help you understand coffee culture in Italy, show you how to order a coffee like a pro – and don’t miss the warnings at the end of the article.

How to visit the mosque in Rome

As well as being the seat of Catholic heritage, Rome also boasts the largest mosque in the western world. Here’s how to visit the beautifully designed place of worship.

How much cash to bring with you to Italy

A lot of people get antsy about bringing a lot of cash with them when they visit a new country. We explain what to carry and how to get local currency.

How to get English-speaking medical treatment in Rome

Romans take their health very seriously and there is a host of world-class medical treatment available in the city, from life-saving intervention to simple advice.