If you ever feel like Rome is too much, or if you just feel like a change of scenery, then getting out of the city to explore the regions nearby is (usually) super straightforward. Whenever I feel Rome is too crowded, I go to my beloved Tuscia Viterbese. There are plenty of smaller towns to … Read more
The beautiful Cinque Terre region is well worth a visit, but if you’re planning on making a day trip to the area from Rome – don’t! It’s really quite a long way, so I don’t recommend even trying to take a day trip from Rome to Cinque Terre. With so many beautiful places to visit … Read more
Thinking about a nice scooter rental in Rome? Continue reading! Driving a scooter, or specifically a Vespa, is an amazingly fun way to explore the streets of Rome. Not only is this an iconic way to get around, seen in movies and series across the years, but it’s also quite convenient, as you’ll get to … Read more
The Centrale Montemartini Museum is one of my favorite museums in Rome, and a place I enjoy visiting whenever I want to get away from the tourist crowds of the historic center, or when I want a break from the summer heat. I love visiting on rainy days too! Tourists often overlook it – after … Read more
The Italian capital is an incredible city. Home to world-famous sites such as the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Pantheon, if you linger long enough you’ll be rewarded with some of the best hidden gems in Rome. These are places that are often in plain sight, but occasionally require a bit more of an … Read more
Located on the western slopes of the Caelian Hill, Villa Celimontana is one of the most secluded places to visit near the historic center of Rome, and a lovely place to spend a relaxing afternoon in the spring and fall months, and to look for some much needed shade during the summer. It’s actually surprising … Read more
You don’t have to blow your budget for a trip to Rome. There are plenty of good cheap hotels in Rome. It’s just a matter of selecting those that – while budget friendly – are still comfortable, cozy and charming. As an experienced traveler, I thought I’d cut to the chase and apply my research … Read more
If you have the budget to splurge and would like to pamper yourself, you should consider staying at one of the many fantastic boutique hotels in Rome. With so many accommodation options, you will likely feel at a loss when looking for boutique hotels in Rome. Narrow your search by reading this post, for I … Read more
Overall Rome is a safe city, and most visitors will have a trouble-free time during their trip to the city. However, with the increased number of tourists, scams and pickpockets in Rome are more active than ever. The fact that my bag was recently stolen made me all the more aware of it. Make sure … Read more
Villa Borghese Gardens are one of my favorite parks in Rome. It’s probably my favorite park in the historic center of Rome (the other one I truly love is the Parco degli Acquedotti), a place I head to whenever I want to go for a run, or when I feel the need to get away … Read more