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Rome, Italy

Discover Rome

Where history is literally everywhere you look, "peasant food" has pride of place at the table, and there's a whole separate country inside the city limits.

Rome is Italy's capital and biggest city, the point from which the once mighty Roman Empire grew, the epicenter of the Catholic church, and a veritable feast for travelers. The Eternal City has something for everyone.

Thousands of years of history spread out in every direction, from Ancient Roman ruins in the middle of busy modern thoroughfares to the work of famous artists that just happens to stand in a piazza. There are even Ancient Egyptian obelisks standing tall in eight different squares around the city. Museums in Rome and Vatican City contain some of the best-known art in the world, and churches around the city have even more of it on display for free.

Although Rome is absolutely full of history, it's not stuck in the past. You can sample the flavors of traditional Roman dishes once dubbed ""cucina povera"" (peasant cooking) in a rustic trattoria one night and enjoy an innovative twist on Italian cuisine in a Michelin star restaurant the next. Wine and cocktail bars have embraced the aperitivo trend wholeheartedly, or you can quench your thirst at public water fountains as Romans have done since antiquity. A visit to Rome means combining the past and the present in grand style every day.

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There is no Rome without Ancient Rome, and there's so much the Ancient Romans left behind for us to explore. It's one thing to learn about history from a book, but it's another thing entirely to walk through the Roman Forum or the Pantheon and marvel at how long people have walked there before you.
With the tiny enclave of Vatican City inside Rome's city limits, you get two destinations in one. And, though small, Vatican City packs a wallop as a tourist attraction.
Sure, there are world-class museums in Rome with artwork you would definitely recognize, but there are also gorgeous churches where you can see equally famous artwork in situ and for free — including sculptures and paintings by Michelangelo, Bernini, and Caravaggio.
Traditional Roman cuisine has its roots in "cucina povera," a style of cooking that utilizes simple, inexpensive ingredients. Pasta dishes like amatriciana or cacio e pepe might have only a few ingredients, but they're packed with flavor. But the variety of Rome's dining options has increased exponentially, and you can find everything from Asian-Italian fusion to vegan food.
Even in Italy's most populous city, you can still find little neighborhoods that make you feel like you're in a small town. Wandering around an area like Trastevere or Monti is an ideal way to get away from the hubbub while getting to know Rome a little better.

Rome at a glance

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Getting There

Rome's Fiumicino airport is Italy's busiest and the main international gateway to the country. There are direct flights into Rome from airports all over the world, including several major US cities and big and small cities throughout Europe. Rome's secondary airport, Ciampino, is smaller, but if you're arriving from elsewhere in Europe you might fly into Ciampino instead.

Rome airports

  • Rome Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino International AirportFCO
    30km / 19mito city center
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  • Rome Ciampino AirportCIA
    15km / 9mito city center
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Explore Rome

Rome is huge, and the list of must-see attractions can seem overwhelming. On a short trip, you won't see it all — but these are five things you should definitely prioritize.

Explore Ancient Rome
Visit the Vatican
Wander in the Trastevere neighborhood
Taste traditional Roman cooking
Picnic at Villa Borghese

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Frequently asked questions

  • How many days is enough for Rome?

    Three to five days will give you a nice taste of Rome and allow time to see the highlights, but you could easily spend a week or more discovering less-popular attractions and getting to know the city's many neighborhoods.

  • When is the best weather in Rome?

    Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) have some of the nicest weather, with generally warm days and cool nights, though May and September are sometimes as hot as summer.

  • When is the cheapest time to go to Rome?

    Hotel rates and flight fares tend to be at their lowest in winter, from November to March (aside from Christmas, New Year's, Easter, and Spring Break).

  • How far is the Rome airport from the city?

    The city's main airport, FCO, is about 30kms (19mi) from the city center, accessible via taxi, train, or city bus in about 30-60 minutes. The smaller airport, CIA, is only 15kms (9mi) from the city center, accessible via taxi, train, or city bus in under an hour.

  • Is Rome safe?

    Rome is generally considered a safe city, though pickpocketing is not uncommon, especially in crowded buses or areas that are popular with tourists. You should exercise caution and be especially vigilant about your valuables at night and in busy places and public transit.

  • Do I need to rent a car in Rome?

    A car is more of a hindrance than a help in Rome, where buses, trams, and the Metro (not to mention countless taxis and rideshares) can get you anywhere you want to go without the hassle of parking or the stress of sharing the roads with Roman drivers.

  • Is Rome expensive?

    As a major city and popular tourist destination, Rome is on the more expensive side, particularly for hotels. A four-star hotel in a popular neighborhood will generally run $300-$500 per night.