Rome has always held a special place in my heart—not just for its ancient wonders and irresistible charm, but because it’s woven into my own story. I first fell in love with the city the day I got engaged at the Trevi Fountain, surrounded by the soun...
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Places to Stay
Must See Places
Restaurants
Tours
Food to Try
Places to Stay
Here are some great hotel recommendations that you can use in different districts.
Stay steps away from all the historic city center has to offer and overlook the gorgeous trevi fountain
Hotel Fontana Trevi
Such a great hotel in the central district walking distance to the metro
Hotel de Ricci
Must See Places
Here’s a clear, engaging set of must-see places in Rome, each with a brief description so you know why they matter and what to expect.
Nothing quite like walking into the Colosseum and imaging gladiators fighting for their life while it was brutal it is historical and walking where the gladiators walked is chilling.
Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour
Walking through the sistine chapel imagine Michaelangelo painting without showering because he was so immersed in his work. Marvel at the free hand and the beauty.
Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Tour
Nothing like walking the monuments at night and seeing them lit up
Rome: Spanish Steps, Trevi, Navona and Pantheon Sunset Tour
Beautiful art
Rome: Borghese Gallery Entry with Skip-the-Line Tickets
Great type to see catacombs
2025 Rome: Catacombs Guided Tour with Transfer - with Trusted Reviews
This fortress is an amazing work used for the popes safety but also storing history a rome does
Rome: Castel Sant'Angelo Skip the Line Entry Ticket
Amazing structure and the thought of how large the pillars are and when this was built is mind blowing
Rome's Iconic Ancient Temple: Pantheon Fast Track Entry Tickets
Perfect for people watching and wondering around shops.
Piazza Di Spagna (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
Restaurants
Here’s a curated list of great restaurants in Rome a mix of iconic classics, local trattorias, and modern favorites each with a short description so you know what makes it special.
Go and get the Caccio e Pepe thank me later.
Pizzeria Roma Sparita
Great real Gelato not the airy stuff but in metal containers in natural colors
GROM, Rome - P.za Navona 1 Via Agonale 3, Parioli - Restaurant Reviews & Phone Number - Tripadvisor
Amazing food and service. People said hours for a meal here
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Great wine bar with lots of options
Ai Tre Scalini
Tours
Here’s a helpful, easy-to-read list of popular tours from Rome, each with a short description so you can quickly compare options.
One of the best experiences their is but take nibbles because they give you a lot of food!
2025 Winner 2025 Rome Twilight Trastevere Food Tour by Eating Europe - with Trusted Reviews
Nothing quite like taking a cooking class in Italy
Rome: Hands-On Pasta & Tiramisu Class with Unlimited Wine
Heat way to see how romans actually live
Rome: Trastevere & Campo de Fiori Street Food Walking Tour
Trestevere walking tour is so worth it to see how most live in Rome
Small Group Rome's Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere Tour
Great location absolutely beautiful and fun.
Pompeii, Amalfi Coast and Positano Day Trip from Rome
Food to Try
Italy is for foodies and lovers of food, here are some great Roman dishes to try but you cant go wrong with fresh ingredients.
One of the most authentic roman pastas you will walk away wishing you lived there if only for this dish
Cacio e pepe
A roman pastry filled with light whipped cream when vacationing try it you wont be sad
Maritozzi
A beautiful fresh and spicy pork sauce found in Italy
