Rome Travel Guide
Ancient ruins, Renaissance art, and unbeatable pasta.
Best Time
April – June, September – October
Budget/Day
$65–$97
Mid-Range/Day
$130–$216
Getting Around
Metro / Walking
Top Things to Do
1Colosseum
Ancient amphitheater that once held 50,000 spectators for gladiator battles.
$19
2Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo's ceiling and centuries of papal art collections.
$18
3Trastevere
Charming medieval neighborhood with cobblestone streets and the best trattorias.
Free
Where to Eat
Roman trattoria$13–$22
1Da Enzo al 29
Roman street food (supplì)$3–$9
2Supplizio
Italian deli & wine bar$27–$54
3Roscioli
Where to Stay
Budget · Termini
1The Yellow
Mid-Range · Centro Storico
2Hotel Campo de' Fiori
Luxury · Piazza del Popolo
3Hotel de Russie
Getting Around
Single ticket $2. 24h pass $8. Rome is best explored on foot.