Rome Travel Guide 

 

Whether you are visiting for the picturesque piazzas, Michelangelo’s masterpieces or the awe-inspiring architecture, Rome blends the historic legacy of an ancient city with the cosmopolitan culture of a modern metropolis. 

An edited choice of the best places in town to lay your head.

Start here: a local's pick of the city's must sees and dos.

When is the best time to visit Rome?

 

Rome's Mediterranean climate of mild winters and hot summers make it an appealing travel destination all year round. If you’re visiting in the summer (June/July/August), you’re likely to experience dry weather with high temperatures. Although cooler in the winter (December, January, February), temperatures don’t tend to drop very low, but rainfall does peak in November and December.  There can be up to 11 hours of sunshine in the summer, so bring plenty of protection. Or, if you’re looking to visit during a cooler season, Spring (March/April/May) and Autumn (September/October/November) are perfect for sightseeing and visiting local landmarks. 

Travelling to Rome

 

If you are arriving at Leonardo da Vinci airport (known colloquially as Fiumicino airport), you can catch an express train from inside the airport to the Roma Termini station in the centre of Rome. The FL1 regional trainlines can also be used from this station and will take you to a variety of stations in and around the centre. Taxis operate at a fixed rate of €50 to within city walls. 

 

At Ciampino, the airport transfer bus can take you to Roma Termini in 45 minutes, with buses running roughly every hour. The 520 can be taken from the airport to Cinecitta station in an hour, and the 720 stops at Laurentina station, but can take up to an hour and a half. A taxi can be caught outside the airport, with a fixed fare of between 30€ and 40€. 

Getting around Rome

Public Transport in Rome

Your best bet when it comes to travelling around Rome when not on foot is to use the local bus network. You will need to pre-buy a ticket for the bus at a metro station, newsstand, or local shop. These tickets can be used on a variety of different networks, including buses, metros, and trams. Tickets can last varying lengths of time, from 75 minutes to 72 hours, but if you’re planning on staying for longer, a weekly pass allows for unlimited public transport over a 7-day period. 

Taxis in Rome

Taxis are available in Rome but tend to cost more than in other cities. Make sure you are using the official taxi service, white cars with a TAXI sign and the taxi meter visible on the dashboard, to avoid overpaying, and bear in mind the fixed rates when taking a taxi to or from the airport.


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