Rome City Guide

Where to go

Colosseum – Travel back to the days of the Roman Empire as you explore the Colosseum, the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built. Join a guided tour of the Colosseum and the neighbouring Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to hear stories about these historic monuments from passionate guides.

Trevi Fountain – Intricately decorated in the Baroque style, the Trevi Fountain is often regarded as the most beautiful in the world. Legend says that if you toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain, you will one day return to Rome. Unsurprisingly, around €3,000 is thrown into the Trevi Fountain each day.

Pantheon – Dating back to around 126 AD, the Pantheon is the best-preserved monument from ancient Rome. First built as a temple to the Roman gods, the Pantheon has been used as a Roman Catholic Church since the early 7th century.

Vatican City – Ruled by the Pope, the Vatican City is an independent city-state positioned in the heart of Rome. Here, you’ll find some of Rome’s most famous attractions, including St. Peter’s Basilica – the largest church in the world – and the Vatican Museums, home to the Sistine Chapel.

What to eat

Cacio e Pepe – This simple pasta dish is one of the cornerstones of traditional Roman cuisine. Meaning ‘cheese and pepper’ in Italian, Cacio e Pepe is exactly what the name suggests: pasta served with grated pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper.

Pizza al Tagio – You can’t visit Rome without eating pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice). This street-food style dish differs from the pizza you may be familiar with, as it’s baked in rectangular trays and sliced into squares. Roman-style pizza is thin and crispy with light toppings and minimal cheese.

Carbonara – Perhaps the most famous Italian pasta dish, traditional carbonara is made with fresh eggs, guanciale (pork cheek), pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. Interestingly, despite its immense popularity, no record of carbonara exists from before the Second World War!

Suppli – If you’re looking for a quick bite on the go, you can’t go wrong with suppli. Similar to an arancini ball, a classic Roman suppli is a breaded, deep-fried croquette stuffed with mozzarella, marinara and risotto-like rice.

How to get around

To and from the cruise ship terminal – Civitavecchia Port is located around 70 kilometres outside of the city, so taxi fares can be expensive. The best way to reach the city centre is via train, which takes around 80 minutes and costs €5.

To and from the airport – Taxis from Fiumicino Airport to the city centre are charged at a flat rate of €48. For a cheaper alternative, the Leonardo Express train costs €14 and travels directly to Roma Termini Station in just 40 minutes.

Around the city – Rome is a city easily explored on foot, with many key attractions located within walking distance of each other. There are also many public transport options, including metros, buses and trams.