There are literally THOUSANDS of things to do in Rome, Italy: 🍝 Italian food, of course, like pasta, pizza, and Italian gelato! 🏛️ Museums and art galleries 🗺 Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps, and other monuments 🏛️ The Roman forum, Roman pantheon, and the Colosseum which date back to the Roman empire. (In fact, the ancient city of Rome left behind loads of Roman ruins, which you can’t miss when you visit this city!)
But these incredible things have heightened Rome tourism. That translates to loads of tourists, long lines, and higher prices.
Which is why we’ve made this mini guide to Rome tourist mistakes!
💦 Rome travel tips about clean water and Italian food. 🇮🇹 Learn a little bit of Italian before you visit Rome. 🤑 Visit the Rome tourist attractions without getting pickpocketed or scammed. 🗺️ Look at a tourist map of Rome, Italy and decide which neighborhoods to explore. (hint: Trastevere!) 🏛️ How to make sure you don’t miss your favorite sites like the Roman Forum or the Vatican, OR wait in long lines. 👥 With so many places to see in Rome, Italy, you’re bound to see them with hundreds (or thousands!) of other tourists…but we're bringing you insider tips! (AKA: The best things to do in Rome — without the crowds!) 💡 Rome travel tips like what to wear (and what NOT to wear) 🚂 How to visit Rome using public transportation in Italy (trains, buses, metros, and taxis in Rome) 🥵 Rome weather can be hot, especially during peak tourist season. Here’s what you need to know about staying cool. (Tip: Even Rome hotels don’t always have air conditioning!) 🌙 Visiting Rome at night is safe — and lovely! 🍕 We all know that Italian food is delicious, and Rome is one of the most popular places to visit in Italy. So definitely try the local food! Watch our video for a list :)
Avoid these tourist mistakes to have a beautiful trip to Rome!
Note: We spent 8 months living in Rome in 2016-2017 and have spent months visiting there since then. These tips are based on our actual experiences and we are sharing them to help you have your best trip in Rome! Also, we truly love the friendly, lively Roman people and their incredible food!
If you love traveling Europe, getting off-the-beaten-path, meeting the locals, or having foodie experiences (especially coffee and gelato), then you're in the right place!
We're Jana and Brett — Aplins in the Alps — a travel couple exploring Europe (including Italy!).
