If you’re tired of navigating crowded piazzas and tourist-trap restaurants while searching for the “real Rome”, it’s time to venture beyond the well-worn path to the Spanish Steps and Colosseum. Tucked away from the selfie sticks and souvenir stands lies a neighborhood, Salario, where Romans actually live, work, and gather—a place where you can […]
by C. P.
Piazza di Siena is not only one of the most stunning areas inside the Borghese gardens at Villa Borghese – it’s also the location for the most well-known horse riding event in all of Italy! The International Horse Show, which locals and insiders simply know by the name of its setting – again, Piazza di […]
You can call it many different names: International Workers’ Day, Labor/Labour Day, May Day or, as locals would, Primo Maggio. No matter what you pick: this particular holiday will always creates some inconveniences for those who are visiting Rome (and Italy at large, as it’s a nationally observed celebration) at this time. That’s why […]
by C. P.
Now that spring is upon us, those of you visiting Rome who enjoy an active lifestyle may want to maintain your workout routine at this time. While gyms may not be exactly available because of the requested documentation to access most of them (as per the local law) one of the main features of the […]
by C. P.
What’s heart-shaped, close to at least three subway stops, hosts one open-air theatre, three museums (and then some!) and is loved by visitors from the world over? It’s the park at Villa Borghese! Travellers in Rome enjoy particularly the area, as it’s the chance to unwind away from the car traffic, indulge in a […]
by C. P.
