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About Rome
Rome is simultaneously the most exhausting and most rewarding city in Europe. Every street corner has something ancient embedded in it; the challenge is slowing down enough to notice. The Colosseum and Vatican are unmissable but book ahead for both. The real city lives in Trastevere's evening trattorias, Testaccio's food market, and the neighbourhoods east of the Tiber where tourists rarely reach. Roman coffee culture is serious — stand at the bar, order a cornetto and a cappuccino, and repeat this ritual every morning for the duration of your stay.
Highlights
Colosseum at opening — arrive 15 minutes before gates open, skip the queue Testaccio Market — Rome's best food market, try the supplì Trastevere on a weeknight — neighbourhood trattorias before the weekend crowds Borghese Gallery — book in advance, the finest small museum in the city Pantheon — magnificent before the tour groups; admission is charged Campo de' Fiori morning market — produce, flowers, and very good coffee
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Practical Info
Entry rules depend on your nationality. Check before you travel: European Commission (Migration and Home Affairs)
Euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted, but carry cash for small shops and markets.
Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated; round up the bill or leave a small tip in restaurants. A small tip for taxi drivers or hotel staff is polite.
Rome is generally safe for tourists, but watch out for pickpockets in crowded areas like the metro, Trevi Fountain, and tourist hotspots.
Local SIMs from TIM, Vodafone or WindTre are sold in their shops; eSIMs are also available.
Italian is the official language; English is widely spoken in tourist areas, but less so in smaller shops or rural areas.
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