Don’t Stress About a Long Layover in Rome. Go Here.
Forget the business lounge! This is the most relaxing way to cap off a stay in Rome.
Rome Travel Guide
A living museum that includes the Colosseum, the Forum, and art by Michelangelo, Rome is called the Eternal City for its enduring contributions to Western Civilization. Rome is one of the world’s must-see destinations.
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Best New Hotels in Rome
Love that new hotel smell, especially when it’s in Rome.
The Many Joys of Running in Rome
Rome is not only the best city for running in Italy. It’s quite possibly the best running city in the world. Here’s why.
Easter in Rome: When, Where, and How to See Mass During Holy Week
Easter season is one of the best times to visit Rome. Here’s how you can plan your visit to Rome and Vatican during Holy Week.
Mausoleum of Augustus to Reopen in Rome
One of the most important monuments of Ancient Rome, the Mausoleum of Augustus, will reopen to the public in 2021.
Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica
Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Here’s how to get tickets and prepare for Midnight Mass.
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Top Rome Tours
- Rome in a Day Tour: Vatican, Colosseum, and Historic Center. An excellent introduction to Rome’s most famous sites.
- Colosseum Tour: Dungeons, Arena Floor, and Upper Tier. A cool way to see the Colosseum, from its bowels to its balcony. Review and photos
- Complete Vatican Tour. Explore the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, and pay a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica.
- Saint Peter’s Basilica Dome Tour. See Rome unfold from atop the highest point in the city and get a bird’s eye view of the inside of the basilica. Review and photos
- “The Great Beauty” E-Bike Tour. This tour is inspired by one of my favorite movies of all time, La Grande Bellezza. See many of the sites featured in the movie, from the Janiculum Hill down to Piazza Navona, while cruising around on an electric bike.
- The History of Rome’s Jewish Quarter: Museum, Synagogue and Neighborhood Tour. Learn more about the Jewish history and heritage of Rome in this insightful tour of the ex-Ghetto. Review and photos
For private tours with individual guides, I recommend my friends at The Catholic Traveler and Understanding Rome.
Getting Around Italy
Rome Calendar
In addition to Easter, Christmas, and other holidays, these holidays are particular to Rome:
- March 15 – Ideas of March and Anniversary of Death of Julius Caesar
- April 21 – Rome’s Birthday
- June 29 – Feast Day of Saints Peter and Paul, Patron Saints of Rome
All Rome Articles
Don’t Stress About a Long Layover in Rome. Go Here.
Forget the business lounge! This is the most relaxing way to cap off a stay in Rome.
Best New Hotels in Rome
Love that new hotel smell, especially when it’s in Rome.
The Many Joys of Running in Rome
Rome is not only the best city for running in Italy. It’s quite possibly the best running city in the world. Here’s why.
Easter in Rome: When, Where, and How to See Mass During Holy Week
Easter season is one of the best times to visit Rome. Here’s how you can plan your visit to Rome and Vatican during Holy Week.
Top Things to Do
Rome Hotels
Top Rome Tours
- Rome in a Day Tour: Vatican, Colosseum, and Historic Center. An excellent introduction to Rome’s most famous sites.
- Colosseum Tour: Dungeons, Arena Floor, and Upper Tier. A cool way to see the Colosseum, from its bowels to its balcony. Review and photos
- Complete Vatican Tour. Explore the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, and pay a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica.
- Saint Peter’s Basilica Dome Tour. See Rome unfold from atop the highest point in the city and get a bird’s eye view of the inside of the basilica. Review and photos
- “The Great Beauty” E-Bike Tour. This tour is inspired by one of my favorite movies of all time, La Grande Bellezza. See many of the sites featured in the movie, from the Janiculum Hill down to Piazza Navona, while cruising around on an electric bike.
- The History of Rome’s Jewish Quarter: Museum, Synagogue and Neighborhood Tour. Learn more about the Jewish history and heritage of Rome in this insightful tour of the ex-Ghetto. Review and photos
For private tours with individual guides, I recommend my friends at The Catholic Traveler and Understanding Rome.
Getting Around Italy
Rome Calendar
In addition to Easter, Christmas, and other holidays, these holidays are particular to Rome:
- March 15 – Ideas of March and Anniversary of Death of Julius Caesar
- April 21 – Rome’s Birthday
- June 29 – Feast Day of Saints Peter and Paul, Patron Saints of Rome
