Centro Storico (Pantheon, Piazza Navona)
Ideal for: first visit, couples
In the heart of the city, everything is walkable between squares, fountains and monuments. Very busy, and often pricier.
Rome
The Eternal City: ancient ruins, lively squares and neighbourhoods full of life.
Plan your stay in Rome
Best areas to stay in Rome
Trastevere
Ideal for: couples, nightlife
Cobbled lanes, trattorias and terraces: the evening atmosphere is the highlight. Can be noisy late at night.
Monti
Ideal for: solo, couples, local life
A characterful area right next to the Colosseum and the Forum, with shops and small restaurants.
Prati (near the Vatican)
Ideal for: families, seniors, quiet stays
Wider, calmer streets, close to the Vatican and well served by the metro.
Practical info about Rome
Rome is best explored on foot: the main sights in the centre are close together, and the metro helps for longer trips. For a first visit, staying in the historic centre or Monti keeps travel to a minimum.
The major sights (Colosseum, Vatican Museums) are in high demand: book tickets and time slots in advance, especially in high season. Opening hours and access conditions change: check the official websites before you go.
What to see in Rome
- The Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine: one ticket, with a timed booking;
- the Vatican: St Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel;
- the Pantheon (paid entry), Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain (paid access close to the fountain since 2026);
- Trastevere for dinner, and Villa Borghese with its gallery (booking required).
Arriving in Rome
From Fiumicino airport, the direct Leonardo Express train reaches Termini station in about 32 minutes; from Ciampino, buses run to Termini. Florence is about 1h30 away by high-speed train.
All our tips for the country in Travel in Italy.