On your own
Rome on your own
[revised January 2026] We believe the guidance of a local expert makes a big difference in your Roman Holiday, of course! But we also believe you need your *own* time to explore the city, to wander and wonder, to feel lost and find your way…. Moreover, there are some sites where you will have an […]
Apartments
[revised April 2026] Apartments are a great solution for families with kids, parties of several people and – in general – when you spend more than a couple of days in town and you really want to experience the local life. This way you can even save a bit (especially if you waive a very […]
Bed and Breakfast
[revised February 2026] Under the concept of “Bed and Breakfast” you can expect many different experiences, from the original idea of sharing your time and space with a local family (this doesn’t happen often in Rome) to a sort of small hotel where you will be checked in, provided for keys and be free to […]
Hotels
[revised in February 2026] Hotels in Rome range from humble pensione (a simple boarding house) to top-end properties in historical buildings and rates vary a lot. Rates usually lower during the winter months (from November to March, excluding Christmas period). Always check for special promotions and look for the facilities you really need (for instance […]
10 views over Rome
[revised April 2026] Rome’s skyline is unique and magic, you cannot miss a general overview of the city from the top of a terrace or a famous monument. And you have plenty of options here! We recommend to take a stroll to one of these “belvedere” in a sunny day and possibly at the end […]
Roses
[revised April 2026] Maybe you’ve never heard about it, but there is a special contest which takes place in Rome during springtime, it is the Rome Prix for roses! On the slope of the romantic Aventino hill, a municipal Rose Garden is located. Every year approximately 100 varieties of roses from all over the world […]
Shops we like
[revised March 2026] In Rome the retail trade is still carried on at street level rather than in impersonal malls, and there are still chances to find unique shops run by local craftsmen, where you can find that special gift that you just can’t find anywhere else. If you’re looking for bargains, note that the […]
Green Rome
[revised March 2026] There are so many parks in Rome, it would be a pity not to enjoy one, at least! Buy a ball, rent a bike and “live” the cheerful atmosphere of the gardens next to Roman families. Why not to buy some freshly baked bread or “white pizza” (we do not say focaccia in Rome, […]
Longing for a pool?
[revised January 2026] In summer we can hit 40°Celsius on some days, so we post this “survival kit” to travellers who plan a trip in the warmest months of the year. If your hotel or B&B has no private pool (which is more likely, as this is not a common feature in Rome), you can enjoy some […]
Summer in Rome
“ROME is a city made for the summer. The sun shines, the classical, medieval and Baroque settings are sublime and the balmy evenings offer a long, languorous round of warm cobbled streets, candlelit trattorias and fountain-splashed piazzas“… this is how an interesting article by Tim Jepson starts…and we totally agree! Many visitors are worried about […]