Rome is best explored on foot, discovering fountains and churches between the big sights. Plan your days around the Colosseum, the Vatican and the historic centre, and leave time for long lunches.
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Italian
- Plugs
- Types C, F and L
- Time zone
- GMT+1, GMT+2 in summer
Best time to visit
April to June and September to October bring warm days and pleasant evenings. July and August are hot and busy; winter is mild and quieter.
Where to stay
- Centro StoricoAround the Pantheon, Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain: walk everywhere.
- TrastevereCobbled lanes, trattorias and lively evenings across the Tiber.
- MontiBoutiques and wine bars a short walk from the Colosseum.
- PratiNear the Vatican, calmer, with good restaurants and metro links.
From the airport
From Fiumicino (FCO), the Leonardo Express train runs non-stop to Termini in about 32 minutes. Taxis charge a fixed fare to the historic centre. Ciampino (CIA) is linked by buses and taxis.
Getting around
The historic centre is mostly walkable. Two main metro lines and many buses and trams cover the rest; tap a contactless card at the gates and validators.
Don't miss
- The Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- St Peter's Basilica
- The Pantheon
- The Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps
Good to know
- Book the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums online with a time slot. The Vatican Museums close on Sundays, except the last Sunday of the month.
- Cover shoulders and knees to enter churches, including St Peter's.
- Hotels charge a city tax per person per night, usually paid at the hotel.
- Refill your bottle at the public drinking fountains (nasoni).
Plan your trip
Last reviewed October 2026. Rules and timetables change: check official sources before you travel.