Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!
Rome City Guide: Top Spots to Eat, Drink, and Discover the Eternal City 🇮🇹🏛️
16
items I believe you truly can't go wrong visiting Italy—whether you're in a city, a quiet mountain town, or lounging by the sea, Italy's charm never fades. Rome holds a special place in my heart because it's where I learned to love history, made lifelong f...
Map
Sections
4
My Top 3 Recommendations 🌟
Restaurants You Can't-Miss 🍝🍷
Gelato & Coffee 🍦☕
Things To Do & See 🏛️🚶♀️
My Top 3 Recommendations 🌟
My favorite pizza spot in Rome! Grab a slice of pizza bianca with mortadella or a rossa (tomato sauce). It's more of a "pizza al taglio" place where they cut off a piece of a long pizza for you to take away. For me, a visit to Campo de' Fiori is inco...
Forno Campo de' Fiori 🍕
Bougie but worth it! The most gorgeous hotel in Rome, perfect for a morning coffee on the terrace or afternoon drinks with friends. I may not stay here, but meeting friends on the terrace makes me feel like I'm living my best Roman life—just for a mo...
Hotel de Russie ☕
The best coffee in the world, hands down! I love starting my day with a cappuccino or their coffee granita con panna (whipped unsweetened cream). Even if you're not a coffee drinker, you need to come here. There's just something magical about their c...
Sant Eustachio ☕
Restaurants You Can't-Miss 🍝🍷
Experience Rome through its incredible cuisine! These are my favorite places for everything from a fancy dinner to a grab-and-go slice of pizza. Whether it's local Roman dishes or a bit of nostalgia from my childhood, each of these spots offers a uni...
Whenever I'm in Rome, Cul de Sac is my first stop for lunch. The combination of their fresh mozzarella and ripe tomatoes takes me right back to my childhood. A cozy lunch spot with a fantastic wine selection. I always order their caprese—it's simple,...
Cul de Sac 🍅
A nostalgic breakfast spot where I always order a cornetto integrale (a whole wheat croissant with honey jelly inside). It has become more touristy over the years, but it will forever hold a special place in my heart.
Buvette 🥐
Trastevere is one of my favorite neighborhoods, and nothing beats enjoying a bowl of steaming pasta with a view of the vibrant streets. A slightly fancy restaurant in Trastevere. Their signature touch? Serving the pasta in the very pan it was cooked ...
Taverna Trilussa 🍝
Famous for its homemade pastas. People rave about their strozzapreti carbonara, but I'm all about the sciavatelli arrabiatta or amatriciana. Osteria da Fortunata's arrabiatta is the answer when I crave spicy comfort food. The pasta is always fresh an...
Osteria da Fortunata 🍝
A great place for local dishes from the region. Aside from pasta, they also serve "carciofi alla giudia" (Jewish-style deep-fried artichokes)—a must-try in Rome! adore artichokes, and the way they're prepared here is just incredible. Crispy, savory, ...
Piatto Romano 🌿
Gelato & Coffee 🍦☕
You can’t experience Rome without indulging in the best gelato and coffee in the world! Here are my go-to spots for a caffeine fix or a refreshing cone of creamy gelato.
This gelateria holds a special place in my heart—I lived a block away as a student, and their chestnut gelato was my Sunday tradition. More recently, I tried their sour cherry sorbet with yogurt gelato, and it was a revelation. Sometimes I think the ...
Ciampini 🍨
I love their pistachio gelato, made with rice milk. They also have unique flavors like meringue x pistachio and ricotta x pear.
Gelateria Dei Gracchi 🍧
After visiting the Trevi Fountain, a scoop of their lemon gelato is my go-to treat. The freshness is the perfect antidote to a hot Roman afternoon. Located near the Trevi Fountain, this gelateria is a classic. They keep their gelato in metal containe...
Il Gelato di San Crispino 🍦
Things To Do & See 🏛️🚶♀️
This is a must! Walking through the ancient streets of Rome, you can almost imagine what daily life was like during the height of the Roman Empire. It's free on the first Sunday of every month, but also the busiest then. I recommend going during the ...
The Roman Forum 🏺
Description: The Pantheon is such an iconic site—easy to access, and just as amazing every time I visit. It's located right across from Cremeria Monteforte, so grab a gelato after! I love how accessible the Pantheon is. You just wander in off the str...
Pantheon 🏛️
Located just outside of Rome, this palace is surrounded by the Tivoli gardens. Exploring the fountains, grottoes, and beautiful paths is worth a half-day trip. The hundreds of fountains and hidden pathways make this place feel enchanted—it's a perfec...
Villa d'Este 🌸
The first time I looked through the keyhole, I couldn't believe my eyes. It's one of those places that feels like a secret—one that makes you fall in love with Rome all over again. Line up in front of the giant door, peek through the keyhole, and fea...
The Aventine Keyhole 🔑
A 500-year-old Capuchin monastery and crypt where you can see actual bones. It’s fascinating if you have an interest in history, though it may not be for everyone. It's a bit eerie, but so interesting. Walking through the crypt makes you appreciate j...
Museo e Cripta dei Frati Cappuccini 💀