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Modern statues in Rome: see the most famous ones!

The Pieta by Michelangelo, the Saint Theresa by Bernini, the Marcus Aurelius, the She-Wolf… Rome’s art masterpieces include many a statue, but for the most part visitors coming to the city ignore that sculptors have kept producing must-see works way after the end of the Baroque era or the collapse of the Roman Empire. This […]

by C. P.
February 17, 2023
Off the beaten path, Off the beaten path, Off the beaten path, Off the beaten path, Parks, Termini area

Arco degli Acetari, hidden Rome a stone's throw from Campo de' Fiori

Unknown Rome: Visiting Arco degli Acetari

“Off the beaten path” sometimes doesn’t have to mean far away from the center of Rome or its stunning landmarks. With this new series of blog posts, we want to show you around our city and introduce you to some of its most beautiful areas, with glimpses of how life was before mass tourism came […]

by C. P.
February 10, 2023
Campo de' Fiori area

statue of the Hercules, a work by Pino Pascali and an installation by Giuseppe Penone at the Galleria Nazionale di Arte Moderna in Rome, Italy. Modern art museums in Rome

Lovers of modern art, check out these museums in Rome

In spite of appearances and reputation, Rome has a thriving modern (and contemporary) art scene. There are private galleries, art centers, foundations and, on top of it all, museums. It’s a complicated landscape, too, and while we can’t list all of them, this post wants to at least point to the unmissable spots to visit […]

by C. P.
January 30, 2023
Building, Museums, Piazza Venezia area, Rome 101, Rome 101, Rome 101, Rome 101, Rome 101, Rome 101, Rome 101, Testaccio area, Trevi area

Christmas markets in Rome

There’s no need to beat around the bush: Rome is not particularly famous for its Christmas markets. Tourists in the know prefer northern Italy for this specific seasonal shopping destination: small cities and towns in Piedmont, in South Tyrol, even in Tuscany. Before you make plans and travel to somewhere else this holiday season, here’s […]

by C. P.
December 16, 2022
Markets, Navona area

The Vatican secret archeological site and how to visit: a guide by From Home to Rome

Hidden Vatican: the “Scavi” and how to visit them

As you plan your travel to Rome, you’ll have surely considered devoting part of your trip to the exploration of the Vatican area: St. Peter’s Basilica, with the Vatican Museums and – of course – the Sistine Chapel. This is on every tourist’s “must do”, after all, and there’s little deviation from the rule. At […]

by C. P.
November 7, 2022
Catacombs, Vatican Area

How to book tickets for the Pantheon in Rome

How to visit the Pantheon in Rome, post-Covid

It was just a while ago when visiting the Pantheon used to be a breeze: you walked right into the door and at the very most you could find a little bottleneck by the entrance where people assembled, unsure whether to ask for a ticket or an audioguide. Unfortunately, Covid hit and things were never […]

by C. P.
October 24, 2022
Churches, Churches, Pantheon area, What's On in Rome, What's On in Rome, What's On in Rome

Graffiti in Rome - nothing to worry about! A guide by From Home to Rome

Cultural differences: graffiti in Rome

For most of our Northern-American guests, the city center of Rome offers a contradictory experience: on one hand, the beauty of the landmarks and monuments takes their breath away, but so does the overwhelming amount of graffiti seen on every corner. Some of our visitors even consider moving somewhere else for their holidays because they’re […]

by C. P.
September 5, 2022
The city center, The city center, The city center, The city center, The city center, The city center, The city center, The city center, The city center

Giardino dei Tarocchi, Scarzuola and other odd places near Rome

Dreamscapes & ideal cities: where to go near Rome!

There is a fact that is particularly true regardless of your being a repeat visitor to Rome and Italy: you will find that you’re more and more interested in exploring off the beaten path destinations, escaping the masses to build your own idea of the country. This includes finding obscure locations and odd places – […]

by C. P.
July 15, 2022
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how to get a taxi in Rome and not get ripped off

Cultural differences: taxis in Rome and how they work

Our latest posts on Italian/Roman cultural differences have drawn some attention, and a few of you have reached out asking to explain, “once and for all”, how taxis work when you’re on holiday here. Can you flag them down? What number should you be calling to book one? How can you recognize an unofficial taxi? […]

by C. P.
June 24, 2022
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Understanding the enoteca: Rome's wine bar cum restaurant

Eating in an “enoteca”: an alternative in Rome

Trattoria, hostaria, ristorante. Also, bar or café? And what about a tavola calda? As you visit Rome, you will be feeling overwhelmed by the amount of eateries available, and you may be end up feeling mystified because a place that looks formal really isn’t, or perhaps because you don’t really know what’s served where. Does that […]

by C. P.
May 27, 2022
Food & Drinks

tourist tips

Modern statues in Rome: see the most famous ones!

Unknown Rome: Visiting Arco degli Acetari

Lovers of modern art, check out these museums in Rome

Christmas markets in Rome

Hidden Vatican: the “Scavi” and how to visit them

How to visit the Pantheon in Rome, post-Covid

Cultural differences: graffiti in Rome

Dreamscapes & ideal cities: where to go near Rome!

Cultural differences: taxis in Rome and how they work

Eating in an “enoteca”: an alternative in Rome

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