How to get around to visit Rome
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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One of the best ways to get around Rome is by using the metro. Here, you can avoid the sometimes manic traffic above ground. It’s also a really reasonably priced way to enjoy the city. Check out all you need to know about the Rome subway as you plan your trip! The history of Rome [...]
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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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If you’re a commuter in Rome, you spend six days of your life every single year stuck in traffic. That statistic comes courtesy of the TomTom Index 2017 which measures congestion in the world’s cities. As a tourist, of course, you’re not going to be traveling to work with Rome public transport. But who wants to spend [...]
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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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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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