“The real Rome”: it’s far more than just the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain. This growing list of ideas shows you aspects of the city both ancient and modern that will surprise and delight you, far from the hordes of tourists.
The optical illusion of St Peter’s Basilica from Via Niccolò Piccolomini
The further you get from the dome, the bigger it gets! This amazing view of St Peter’s is from the residential street of Via Niccolò Piccolomini.
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. Including some angles that nobody else would think of.
How to visit the Coppedè Quarter in Rome
How to visit Rome’s quirky Quartiere Coppedè, nestled in Rome’s leafy, upmarket Trieste-Salario district.
Self-guided walking tour around the ancient city
Self-guided tour: from the site of Caesar’s death to Rome’s own pyramid, taking in the original Jewish Ghetto and the most beautiful view of the most beautiful city on earth.
Where can I see Caravaggios for free in Rome?
Self-guided tour: how and where to see Rome’s Caravaggios in their original setting, for free.
Off the beaten track to see the beaten track: Via Flaminia Antica
Self-guided tour: take an unusual trip through Roma Nord to see the Road that linked the ‘Caput Mundi’ to the rest of Europe.
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.
Rome’s “secret” train that gets you across the city in 20 minutes – for only 1 euro
There’s a regular, fast train route running across Rome that can rocket you between Rome’s major metropolitan areas at high speed and next to no cost – and almost no visitors know about it.
Villa Torlonia: ersatz architecture and Mussolini’s home in Rome
Notorious for having been Il Duce’s residence for nearly 20 years, this park is an eccentric masterpiece rarely visited by tourists.
Guided Street Art Tour in Rome
We take you off the beaten path to discover street art and industrial Rome. You will be amazed when you see vibrant and creative urban districs. The itinerary includes Ostiense, Garbatella and the “Big City Life” open air Street Art Museum in Tormarancia.
Rome’s other “Jewish ghetto”
Learn about the charming inner suburb of Piazza Bologna, home to a thriving Jewish community, which makes it a great alternative place to stay.
Guided Tour of Rome’s Esquilino District
A fascinating stroll through a historic district off the beaten tourist path. From the stunning basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore to the Santa Prassede basilicas, through a late 19th century planned residential area with deeply ancient roots. A side of Rome that is close to the center, yet rarely visited.
Basilica di San Clemente: the most interesting historical site in Rome
There is nothing in central Rome that beats the incredible layers of history beneath the Basilica di San Clemente in Laterano. We tell you how to visit.
Where can I see street art in Rome?
Where to see the best of Rome’s street art in Garbatella and Tor Marancia.
