🇮🇹 Italy
Rome travel guide
Rome, the Eternal City, is a living museum of Western civilization. From the ancient Colosseum and Roman Forum to Vatican City and Renaissance art, Rome offers 3,000 years of history alongside world-famous cuisine and la dolce vita lifestyle.
Language
Italian (English in tourist areas)
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Timezone
CET (UTC+1), CEST in summer (UTC+2)
Best time
April to June, September to October
Budget/day
€80-200/day
When to visit
Jan
3°C - 12°C
Feb
4°C - 13°C
Mar
6°C - 16°C
Apr
8°C - 19°C
May
13°C - 24°C
Jun
17°C - 29°C
Jul
20°C - 32°C
Aug
20°C - 32°C
Sep
16°C - 27°C
Oct
12°C - 22°C
Nov
7°C - 16°C
Dec
4°C - 13°C
Safety
moderateRome is safe. Pickpockets extremely active at Colosseum, Termini and on buses. Scams with gladiators and roses.
Women travellers
Generally safe. Occasional catcalling. Avoid dark areas at night alone.
Culture & etiquette
- + Greet with "Buongiorno" (morning) or "Buonasera" (evening)
- + Cover shoulders and knees at churches and Vatican
- + Take your time with meals - don't rush
- + Drink espresso standing at the bar (cheaper)
- - Don't order cappuccino after 11am (Italian rule)
- - Don't eat near major monuments - find local spots
- - Don't swim in or touch the fountains
- - Don't wear beach attire in the city center
Food to try
Carbonara
Pasta with egg, pecorino, guanciale - no cream!
Cacio e Pepe
Pasta with pecorino cheese and black pepper
Supplì
Fried rice balls with mozzarella
Pizza al Taglio
Roman-style pizza by the slice
Gelato
Look for "produzione artigianale" sign
Maritozzi
Sweet buns filled with whipped cream
Hidden gems
Details are indicative and may change. Verify visa, safety, and entry requirements before travel.