When European citizens (as well as those from a list of other approved countries) visit the U.S., they need to apply for an ESTA, which allows to enter the country without needing a visa. Starting in 2021, a similar system will be in place in the European Union, including Italy: dubbed “ETIAS” (European Travel Information […]
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In spite of having been featured in the New York Times as one of the most romantic gardens in the world, Ninfa remains quite the well-kept secret. It maybe has to do with the fact that it’s in the countryside south of Rome, or that it’s not exactly well connected to the big city. Or […]
by C. P.
There is one more reason to visit the Scala Sancta this year: while in the midst of a long, delicate restoration process, the Christian landmark in the San Giovanni area will be open to visitors in its original form, but just until June 9, 2019. After that date, the renovation works will begin again. What […]
by C. P.
Over the weekend of May 11 & 12, Rome residents as well as tourists and visitors will be able to visit hundreds of sites where access is usually limited – for free! The event, called “Open House Roma“, includes a stunning list of ancient libraries, foreign academies, art galleries and studios or private palaces and […]
Carbonara, cacio e pepe, saltimbocca, carciofi alla Giudia… Many Italian staples are really Roman classics, and visitors are justified in wanting to savor those as much as possible while they’re here! However, on any given menu there are wonderfully tasty treats that hardly get noticed. Such is the fame of some Roman dishes, many great […]
by C. P.
Finally, a world-famous sports event is going to come back to Rome: For the first time in its history, the seventeenth edition of the EuroGames will take place in the city, from July 11 to July 13, 2019. Looking for the best accommodation when the competition is on? Read on for more information! To those […]
by C. P.
Return visitors to Rome as well as first-time travelers may want to note down this: entrance to the Colosseum has changed and will continue to do so in the coming months. Roma Pass holders? Read here! The first “revolution” is already here: those who choose to make the most of their Roma Pass by taking […]
by C. P.
Some of us at From Home to Rome are avid Reddit users, and a few days ago something caught our attention: Misunderstandings and unpleasant tones notwithstanding, this post was an eye opener for us. The poster stating that “Italy doesn’t have restaurants like we do” is proof that there is a misconception about how things […]
It’s an unexcapable landmark for visitors in Rome, who feel increasingly frustrated by the lack of opportunity to visit it. We’re talking about the ruins at Largo di Torre Argentina, smack dab in the middle of the old city, only accessible to academics (here’s looking at you, Mary Beard!) and to the large colony of […]
by C. P.
Due to the popularity of a previous post containing tips by From Home to Rome’s own staff & collaborators, we’re back once again with… An investigation of sorts. Because this time we asked everyone in the office to come up with their favourite place in the city. And guess what? None of the answers includes […]
by C. P.
