Rome is one of the world’s leading destinations for… gelato: it sounds weird to even write it, but it is indeed one of the main reasons to come to the city, and Italy at large. Many visitors to these parts, however, feel like traveling here is almost like a punishment: they’re part of that multitude […]
In a series of shocking incidents, at the start of the summer the Colosseum has fallen victim to a wave of vandalism, leaving locals and tourists alike appalled. Over the course of several weeks, three individuals were caught in the act of disfiguring the world-famous ancient structure using keys and markers. While surveillance has increased, […]
by C. P.
If you have been to Rome in the last year or so, you will know that the Metro A has been operating on a reduced schedule, closing early at 9 pm from Sundays to Thursdays to allow for renovations that can no longer be postponed. This month of August, the pace of these works will […]
In your search for activities and events in Rome, you will have come across information about more lively areas, those districts or streets with more clubs, bars and hangouts than the regular city center of the city. Trastevere is inevitably one of the results, but to be fair, this location happens to be one of […]
by C. P.
As you surely know if you’ve been reading the news about Rome, as of July 1, the Pantheon is no longer free to visit: travelers will have to pay a 5 EUR ticket to enter the famous temple-turned-church. This new regulation essentially makes this old blog post obsolete: the website that could be used to […]
The ancient Roman remains of the Area Sacra di Largo Argentina (Sacred Area of Largo Argentina) have long been visible from street level in Largo di Torre Argentina, a busy, crowded square a few minutes’ walk from Piazza Navona and Piazza Venezia. To the frustration of many first-time tourists in Rome, however, this archaeological site […]
by C. P.
Just last month, we introduced out guests and readers to Minerva 5, our newest alcove studio right by the Pantheon. As the name suggests, this accommodation takes its name from another of Rome’s must-see landmarks, the Basilica of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva. However, we realized that despite its central location, fascinating history, and incredible art, […]
In a long-awaited move, Italy’s newly appointed Minister of Culture, Gennaro Sangiuliano, recently announced two major developments in the country’s cultural landscape. First, on July 16, a new Trenitalia train service will begin taking visitors directly from Rome to the excavations of Pompeii. The train will also be equipped with a video presenting the history […]
When visiting Rome and researching events to attend while on vacation, you may notice that some festivals or concerts, especially in large cities, are held in a “Centro sociale”, often abbreviated as “CSOA”. “Centro sociale” means “social center”, but the ones you know and are familiar with from home have nothing to do with these […]
Whether it’s to enjoy fireworks or for a romantic getaway within the city, Rome doesn’t seem to have enough vantage points! Those we listed in posts such as this one get more crowded with each passing day thanks to the huge tourists numbers in the city, and return visitors to Rome as well as first […]
by C. P.
