How to get around to visit Rome
Rome has two major airports with more than 40 million passengers passing through their gates each year. Most overseas flights will fly into Fiumicino (also known as Leonardo da Vinci), the international Rome airport. The smaller Ciampino Airport is a hub for low-cost airlines flying into Rome from within Europe. You’ll find Rome airport transportation to [...]
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Heading to Italy and thinking about how to get around using Rome public transport? Rome's got this whole network of buses, trams, and a metro that are super easy to use once you get the hang of it. It's for me the best way to zip around the city and visit all the most iconic [...]
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Learn all about Italy’s capital city with this Rome metro map guide! Here it’s not just about getting from point A to B; it's about experiencing Rome like a local, saving money, and avoiding traffic. In the next few minutes, we'll walk you through everything you need to know: how to use the A, B, [...]
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Navigating the ins and outs of trains in Italy doesn't have to be complicated. This article is your all-in-one guide to hitching a ride on the Italian rails, weaving through the picturesque countryside, and darting between historic city centers. Whether you’re a solo wanderer with a backpack or a family plotting out a heritage trip, [...]
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If you are lucky enough to be on a cruise ship that stops at Civitavecchia, then we are more than a little jealous. Don’t waste your time sitting on the ship when you come in to port. Get out there and visit some of the attractions of Rome. The distance from Civitavecchia to Rome is [...]
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Rome. Florence. Rome. Florence. Rome and Florence! Can’t decide which iconic Italian city to visit on your trip to Italy? Do both! It’s completely possible to take in Rome (including the Vatican City) AND the UNESCO world heritage old town of Florence. Rome’s an excellent spot for those who love history and culture. It’s no [...]
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An incredible number of must-see attractions dotted around the city make Rome a visitor’s dream. With sights including inspiring Roman ruins and atmospheric piazzas to a plethora of museums and churches, it’s no surprise that those visiting Rome can often feel a little overwhelmed when planning an itinerary. So just how do the almost 10 [...]
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Rome has two international airports – Fiumicino (FCO) and Ciampino (CIA). Deciding which one to fly into is pretty much determined by where you’re coming from and what your budget is. Fiumicino is the main Rome international airport used by the big airlines such as Alitalia, British Airways, and American Airlines. If you’re coming from [...]
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