Rome
Italy • Europe
Rome is a living, breathing city where more than three thousand years of history exist alongside modern daily life. Ancient ruins rise from busy streets, Baroque fountains anchor lively piazzas, and neighborhood cafés hum from early morning espresso to late-night dinners. Known as the Eternal City, Rome is not preserved behind glass — it is layered, imperfect, and continuously inhabited. Visitors encounter history not as a museum exhibit, but as part of everyday movement, conversation, and ritual.
Location
When to Visit
Best Times
Cool weather and fewer international tourists
Extreme heat; many locals leave the city
Busy Times
Ideal spring weather, Easter celebrations, and high cultural travel demand
Peak international tourism despite increasing heat
Pleasant fall temperatures and strong return of visitors
Historical Places
Hidden Gems
Neighborhoods
Trastevere
Best for: local dining, nightlife, authentic atmosphere
Monti
Best for: boutique shopping, younger travelers
Prati
Best for: quiet stays, Vatican proximity
Local Food
Local Etiquette
- • Dress modestly in churches
- • Avoid dining directly next to major attractions
- • Late dinners are normal