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Rome travel guides, events and curiosities for your stay
A weekend in Rome in late May: evening openings and pedestrian forums
A late May weekend with few temporary events but excellent practical alternatives. From evening openings at the Vatican to indoor workshops.
Day trips in Lazio: where to go in May (and how to get there)
Five concrete ideas to escape central Rome in spring. From the sea in Sperlonga to the palaces of Viterbo, complete with practical train directions.
What to do in Rome from May 22 to 24: workshops and classic sites
A quiet Roman weekend without major mass events. Practical advice for managing children's workshops and visiting the main sites.
A day between Testaccio and the Aventine Hill: a walking itinerary
A practical route to explore the Aventine Hill and the Testaccio market. Quiet churches, gardens blooming in May, and neighborhood bakeries.
What to do in Rome on mid-May weekends
Few events on the schedule for the weekends of May 9-10 and 16-17. Practical options for families at Luneur and tips for the main sites.
Train trips from Rome: three cities for a perfect weekend
How to plan a two-day trip to Naples, Florence or Bologna taking the high-speed train from Rome, avoiding the crowds and eating well.
What to do in Rome this weekend: markets and evening openings
A quiet May week in Rome. The right time to avoid huge crowds, explore local markets and take advantage of evening openings.
Weekend in Rome: family workshops and practical advice
A quiet late April weekend in Rome. Few major events on the calendar, but an excellent opportunity to slow down.
5 day trips from Rome to take by train
Rome gets tiring. After a few days between the Forums and the Vatican, you need a break. Here are five destinations easily reached by regional train.
What to do in Rome this weekend: mid-April markets and walks
A quiet week in the city. No major festivals are on the horizon, but the Roman weekend offers historic markets and regular fixtures that are well worth the…
Contemporary art and street art in Rome: where to go
Exhibition spaces, the Tor Marancia urban projects and the Ostiense murals. A practical guide to modern art in Rome, away from the usual tourist trails.
How to get from Fiumicino to central Rome without losing your mind
The real options for getting from Leonardo da Vinci airport to the city center. Costs, travel times, schedules, and the most common mistakes to avoid at…
Going out at night in Rome: where to drink and stay out late by neighborhood
Forget massive European nightclubs. Evenings in Rome happen on the street, between the wine bars of Monti and the dive bars of San Lorenzo. A practical guide…
What to do in Rome on the weekend of April 18 and 19
A quiet weekend in Rome without major crowd-pulling events. Practical advice for enjoying Porta Portese, the Appian Way and the less crowded museums.
Rome and beyond: understanding Italy through its food (without offending anyone)
Italian cuisine does not exist, only regional traditions do. A practical comparison between Roman dishes and the habits of Naples, Bologna, and the South.
Getting to Rome without the stress: trains, planes, and buses explained
How to survive arriving at Termini, choose between Fiumicino and Ciampino, and navigate your way to the city center without wasting precious time.
Eating in Trastevere: 5 spots to avoid tourist traps
Trastevere is full of mediocre restaurants for tourists. Here are the real places to eat a proper carbonara, seasonal artichokes, and supplì.
Optical illusions in Rome: 5 places where perspective plays tricks
From Borromini's calculations at Palazzo Spada to the fake dome of Sant'Ignazio. A practical guide to the best architectural illusions hidden around the city.
A practical guide to scams in Rome: what to watch out for on the street
Rome is safe, but distraction comes at a price. From pickpockets on the metro to inflated restaurant bills, here is how to avoid unpleasant surprises.
Hidden Rome: talking statues, saints under the stairs, and alchemical doors
In April, the city reveals itself through its minor details. From the statues that mocked popes to the water clock on the Pincio, here are four street-level…
A day on the Aventine: Rome in April away from the crowds
A walking route on the Aventine Hill to enjoy the Roman spring among 1930s gardens, quiet churches, and views over the Tiber.
A morning on the Aventine Hill among fake gardens and brick churches
The Aventine in April is the ideal place to escape the traffic. A walking route through the real history of the hill, the maritime pines, and the descent to…
Surviving Rome in spring: four practical mistakes to avoid
April brings sunshine, artichokes, and museum queues. Here are some practical and blunt tips for getting around the city without getting ripped off.