What to see, what to do
à Rome

Travel guide Rome

Rome, the Eternal City, is a fascinating blend of history, art, architecture and cuisine, reflecting over 2,800 years of history and culture.

Capital of the Roman Empire and centre of Christianity, Rome boasts an incomparable historical and cultural heritage, with monuments and ruins that tell the story of its glorious past.

Accessible par l’aéroport international Leonardo da Vinci (Fiumicino) et l’aéroport de Ciampino, Rome est aussi bien desservie par son réseau ferroviaire reliant l’Italie et l’Europe.

Accommodation

Rome offers a wide range of accommodation, from luxury hotels in historic buildings to affordable youth hostels.

Gastronomy

Pasta Carbonara, Pizza Romana, Gelato

What is there to see? What to do?

The Colosseum, the Vatican City, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon

Trastevere, Monti, Testaccio, Prati

Visits to the Roman forums, walks in the gardens of the Villa Borghese, explorations of the catacombs, etc.

Villa Borghese, Bioparco di Roma, Explora: The Children's Museum of Rome

Museum Night, Fête de la République, Rome Film Festival

Activities

Shopping

Via del Corso pour les grandes marques, Via dei Coronari pour les antiquaires, marchés de Campo de’ Fiori

Nightlife

Wine bars in the Trastevere district, clubs in the Testaccio area, theatre and opera at the Teatro dell'Opera di Roma.

Did you know?

Rome is nicknamed Caput Mundi, or **capital of the world**, a legacy of its imperial past.
The city contains an entire country, the Vatican, the world's smallest independent nation.
The Pantheon is the best-preserved ancient Roman building and boasts the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world.
There is a **law of silence** around the Trevi Fountain after midnight.
Cats are considered one of the city's **cultural assets** and live freely in places like Largo di Torre Argentina.

Tips and tricks
Buy a Roma Pass for discounts on public transport and entrance to tourist sites.
Wear comfortable shoes to explore the cobblestone streets.
Try street food such as supplì and pizzas al taglio.

Visit museums and historic sites early in the morning to avoid the crowds. Discover less touristy areas such as Pigneto and San Lorenzo.