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.