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Calculated Shard: 80 (from laksa150)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa080.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023","crawl_time":1776489922,"first_indexed_time":1715987169,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,travelandleisure!www,\/rome-travel-guide-8426023 s443","src_root_hash":"3196621714513276680","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How to Plan an Unforgettable Trip to Rome, According to Local Experts","meta_descriptions":["Whether your tastes swing towards art and architecture, high-end shopping and dining, or browsing markets and munching on street food, it’s an exciting time to visit Rome."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"For me, the Eternal City is eternally fabulous. No matter how crowded it gets, how dysfunctional its current government is, or how many bad pizzas there are in ratio to good ones, Rome remains. It’s persisted and resisted for more than 2,775 years, and even at this ripe old age, Rome is still evolving. \nIt’s an exciting time to visit Rome, and even for people who live there, the flurry of post-pandemic activity in the travel sector has been dizzying. “Archaeological sites that have been fenced-off for years are now accessible to visitors, there’s a host of innovative new tour options, and I can barely keep up with the number of absolutely stunning luxury hotels that have opened,” says\nTravel + Leisure\ncontributor and Rome resident Laura Itzkowitz, who also writes about Rome in her newsletter,\nThe New Roman Times\n. “It’s a delight to see so much investment in the city and so many new ways to experience it.” \nNo matter how you decide to see the city or whether your tastes swing towards art and architecture, high-end shopping and dining, or browsing markets and munching on street food, Rome gives you options. We asked Itzkowitz and some other Rome travel experts to weigh in on their favorite places and experiences to recommend in eternal Rome.\nTop 5 Can’t Miss\nSwoon over the cityscape.\nFew things are as romantic as Rome at night from a vantage point like the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola or the Capitoline Hill.\nSee marble turn to flesh.\nAt the Galleria Borghese, Bernini’s lifelike sculptures are a gazillion times more impressive than what you remember from art history class. \nDo the Full Monty of Italian dining.\nBring your appetite and go big, with antipasto, pasta, main course, and dessert at a homey trat like Da Enzo da 29.  \nGet up early.\nAt least once during your stay, request an early wake-up call to discover a deserted city. ArcheoRoma can lead the way. \nShop at a market.\nIf you don’t buy produce, trinkets, or street food at a real Roman market like Testaccio or Campo de’ Fiore, have you been to Rome? \nCourtesy of Bettoja Hotels\nBest Hotels and Resorts\nPalazzo Vilòn\nIf there’s one thing our experts agree on, it’s that\nPalazzo Vilòn luxury apartment\nis the most sumptuous new address in Rome. Nicole Bono, luxury travel and events planner with\nBono Events International\nsays, “When they open the doors for you, your jaw will drop.” Gary Portuesi, a T+L Top Travel Advisor with\nAuthentic Explorations\n, says that at Vilòn, “you get to live like a Roman aristocrat in an intimate palazzo in the best neighborhood.”\nSinger Palace\n“I'm in love with the Singer Palace these days,” says Bono of this 19th-century beauty in the former Singer sewing machine headquarters. “It's family-owned, and that is felt with every single detail in this property. You're truly cuddled from the moment you walk in the door till your last Spritz before you leave.”\nHotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel\nT+L readers’\nfavorite hotel in Rome\nis also a hit with Portuesi, who raves about its “with its unique and secluded Mediterranean tiered secret garden walking distance from the Spanish Steps, Fontana di Trevi and Piazza del Popolo.” The hotel’s Stravinskij Bar remains one of Rome’s most elegant locales for a cocktail.  \nHotel Mediterraneo\nEvery time I exit Termini Station, I sigh with comfort at the sight of this trusty four-star in a fascist-era Art Deco building. Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time, in a good way, with old-school service, a delightful lobby bar, and humongous suites, some with skyline views of Rome.\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\nBest Things to Do\nBasilica di San Clemente\nFor a real sense of how Rome’s history is layered like a lasagna, head to this church near the Colosseum — or rather, underneath it. An atmospheric archaeological area beneath the not-too-shabby 12th-century church holds an even earlier Christian church, which lies on top of a pagan altar and an ancient Roman apartment building.  \nArcheoRunning\nIf you’re a runner, join archaeologist, guide, and running enthusiast Isabella Calidonna on an early morning jogging tour through Rome's truly magical empty streets. (Trust me, it’s okay if you run slowly.) If you’re not a runner, don’t sweat it — she’ll be happy to do the same informative tour at a walking pace. \nVia del Governo Vecchio\nSpend a late afternoon vintage shopping on my favorite street in Rome, then stick around for an aperitivo, followed by pizza and gelato. If that trifecta of Roman drinking and eating isn’t enough, this splendid street near Piazza Navona has a buzzy but manageable bar-hopping scene. \nLargo Argentina\nWant to stand at the very site (or very near it, anyway) where Julius Caesar lost his life? Long visible only from street level and best known as a cat sanctuary among picturesque ruins, the\narchaeological area at Largo Argentina\nsite is now open to the public, thanks to funding from\nBulgari\n. The Curia of Pompeo, where Caesar got shivved, stands near the ruins of four ancient temples.\nGalleria Borghese\nReserve your tickets in advance and prepare to be overwhelmed by the beauty here, both of the ornate salons of this noble palace turned art museum, and the amazing works inside, including Bernini’s spellbinding \"Rape of Proserpine\" and several Caravaggio paintings.\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\nBest Shopping\nTestaccio Market\nThis sprawling covered market in the working-class Testaccio neighborhood offers an authentic slice of Roman daily life. Even if you’re not shopping for clothing, produce or fresh fish, stop for some of Rome’s best street food, especially a suppli at Food Box or a drippy panino at Modri e Vai. \nArt Privé\nItzkowitz is a fan of this artisan jeweler in Monti and even had owner Antonio design a pair of custom earrings for her wedding. If you don’t have time for a made-to-order bauble, the shop has many original designs, many of which feature colorful gemstones.\nEssenzialmente Laura\nFor a real only-in-Rome gift or souvenir, Portuesi refers friends and clients to the perfumery of Laura Bosetti Tonatto, who’s made custom scents for celebrities, royals, and aristocrats, including Queen Elizabeth II. “You can create your own perfect perfume or find the scent you love,” he says. \nLa Bottega del Marmoraro\nIt’s hard to imagine a store like this anywhere else — a tiny workshop on pretty Via Margutta where stone carver Sandro Fiorentino tinks away at marble plaques by hand. “I love to bring out-of-town visitors here,” says Itzkowitz. “Prices start at around 15 euros, which means you can find an affordable, handmade souvenir.”\nCourtesy of Hassler Hotel\nBest Nightlife\nFontana dell'Acqua Paola\nSome of the best things in Rome are free, including the views from this monumental fountain high on the Janiculum hill. It’s one of T+L’s top underrated things to do in Rome. Fans of the Oscar-winning film “Rome, the Great Beauty” will recognize this majestic spot.\nSalotto 42\nThis classy bar offers great cocktails and light bites with a sublime view. “A table there in the stunning Piazza di Pietra,” says Bono, “with the incredible Roman columns all lit up is truly magical, and it feels like it's just there for you.\"\nHassler Hotel 7th Floor Terrace\nThe recipe for an unforgettable Roman evening: Start with panoramic city views from atop the Spanish Steps, stir in a specialty cocktail, garnish with some elevated aperitivo fare, and drink it all in at one of our favorite family-run hotels in Italy and one of the absolute best in Rome.\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\nBest Restaurants\nDa Enzo da 29\nDespite its near-legendary status and the long lines for a table (Enzo doesn’t take reservations), Itzkowitz says a meal here is “worth the wait and lives up to the hype — every time.” She’s a fan of the handmade tonarelli cacio e pepe but says that the food here is consistently good across the menu. \nTrattoria Da Cesare Al Pellegrino\nThis new-in-2023 sister property of a neighborhood favorite in residential Monteverde brings hearty, traditional Roman pasta and meat dishes to the centro storico. “Run, don't walk,” says Bono, “because this city location is super charming, and tourists haven't found it yet.”\nPro Loco Pinciano\nPortuesi says you’ll feel like a local at this super-casual pizza and pasta joint just outside the city walls, where the emphasis is on ingredients and wines sourced from the surrounding region on Lazio. Charcuterie platters are delicious and abundant here. \nL'Antica Pesa\nRegularly named one of the best restaurants in Rome, this Trastevere culinary landmark is, per Portuesi, “a standard and consistent classic” and worth crossing the river for. Head here for a special dinner or when you’re ready to go big (before going home, maybe?) and order an appetizer, pasta (primo), meat, and dessert for the full Italian dining experience.\nTaylor McIntyre\/Travel + Leisure\nBest Time to Visit\nYou’ve heard all the warnings about visiting in high summer, but if that’s the only time you have to visit, Itzkowitz says to\ndo as the Romans do\n: rest in your cool hotel room in the afternoon and venture out again in the early evening. Bono agrees that summer can be...sticky but adds, “Those summer sunsets on a rooftop with an Aperol spritz certainly make for that 'Dolce Vita moment' we all crave.”\nPortuesi\nrecommends November\n, as it’s still relatively warm and the crowds have thinned out; January, when sale season starts; or April and October. “Tourists might still be there, but the colors of spring and autumn are amazing, and temperatures are on the warm side.” I love visiting in January or February when the crowds are much more manageable, and if you’re lucky, you can catch some lovely, crisp, sunny days.\nHow to Get There\nMost\nvisitors fly\ninto Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci\/Fiumicino Airport (FCO). From there, you can take a 30-minute non-stop train to Termini, the central station, and take a taxi, Metro, bus, or tram to your accommodation. A cab from FCO to anywhere inside the Aurelian Walls costs 50 euros. Ride-sharing services other than Uber Black are not available in Rome. \nTaylor McIntyre\/Travel + Leisure\nHow to Get Around\nRome’s historic center is primarily flat and highly walkable. Many visitors take the Metro to reach the Vatican Museums, then walk back into the city from there (or take a cab from St. Peter’s Square). \nBuses and Metro, both run by\nATAC\n, are also reliable ways to get around, though depending on the distance, walking may be faster. Note that taxis in Rome cannot be hailed on the street. Instead, they wait at taxi stands or ranks generally located near tourist areas. \nI strongly recommend against renting a car in Rome, as traffic and parking are a mess and the centro is a maze of one-way streets, many of which are pedestrian-only. If you pick up a car in Rome for a more extended tour in Italy, make sure you have your route mapped out in advance — and nerves of steel. ","attrs_markdown":"\n\n[Skip to content](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#main)\n\n[Travel + Leisure](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/)\n\n- Please fill out this field.\n- Magazine\n  - [Subscribe](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023)\n  - [Manage Your Subscription](https:\/\/w1.buysub.com\/servlet\/CSGateway?cds_mag_code=TAL)\n  - [Give a Gift Subscription](https:\/\/www.magazines.com\/travel-leisure-magazine.html)\n  - [Get Help](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/about-us-5324386#toc-contact-us)\n- [Newsletters](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023)\n- [Sweepstakes](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/sweepstakes)\n- [Subscribe](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023)\n- [BOOK NOW](https:\/\/go.travelandleisure.com\/)\n\nPlease fill out 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headshot](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/0MC-6eYG_WZAiwWNVxosJf_mH4M=\/200x200\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/Lizprofilepicedited-d2f76e0cdf6a40508776c07f8d541acc.jpg)\n\n[Elizabeth Heath](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/author\/elizabeth-heath)\n\nElizabeth Heath is a writer and editor living on a hill in Umbria, from where she writes about travel in Italy, the rest of Europe, and farther afield.\n\n[Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/about-us-5324386#toc-editorial-policy)\n\nPublished on May 18, 2024\n\nIn This Article\n\nView All\n\nIn This Article\n\n- [Best Hotels and Resorts](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-hotels-and-resorts)\n- [Best Things to Do](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-things-to-do)\n- [Best Shopping](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-shopping)\n- [Best Nightlife](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-nightlife)\n- [Best Restaurants](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-restaurants)\n- [Best Time to Visit](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-time-to-visit)\n- [How to Get There](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-how-to-get-there)\n- [How to Get Around](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-how-to-get-around)\n\nClose\n\n![The interior of the Colosseum in Rome showing its ancient structure and partial ruins with visitors present](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/rKjrJZknMOEHHACD2f2iiXzFIG8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-lead-image-ROMEGUIDE1025-40c329837a3d4758beefdebb4219348e.jpg)\n\n![The interior of the Colosseum in Rome showing its ancient structure and partial ruins with visitors present](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/rKjrJZknMOEHHACD2f2iiXzFIG8=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-lead-image-ROMEGUIDE1025-40c329837a3d4758beefdebb4219348e.jpg)\n\nCredit:\n\nTaylor McIntyre\/Travel + Leisure\n\nFor me, the Eternal City is eternally fabulous. No matter how crowded it gets, how dysfunctional its current government is, or how many bad pizzas there are in ratio to good ones, Rome remains. It’s persisted and resisted for more than 2,775 years, and even at this ripe old age, Rome is still evolving.\n\nIt’s an exciting time to visit Rome, and even for people who live there, the flurry of post-pandemic activity in the travel sector has been dizzying. “Archaeological sites that have been fenced-off for years are now accessible to visitors, there’s a host of innovative new tour options, and I can barely keep up with the number of absolutely stunning luxury hotels that have opened,” says *Travel + Leisure* contributor and Rome resident Laura Itzkowitz, who also writes about Rome in her newsletter, [The New Roman Times](https:\/\/newromantimes.substack.com\/). “It’s a delight to see so much investment in the city and so many new ways to experience it.”\n\nNo matter how you decide to see the city or whether your tastes swing towards art and architecture, high-end shopping and dining, or browsing markets and munching on street food, Rome gives you options. We asked Itzkowitz and some other Rome travel experts to weigh in on their favorite places and experiences to recommend in eternal Rome.\n\n### Top 5 Can’t Miss\n- **Swoon over the cityscape.** Few things are as romantic as Rome at night from a vantage point like the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola or the Capitoline Hill.\n- **See marble turn to flesh.** At the Galleria Borghese, Bernini’s lifelike sculptures are a gazillion times more impressive than what you remember from art history class.\n- **Do the Full Monty of Italian dining.** Bring your appetite and go big, with antipasto, pasta, main course, and dessert at a homey trat like Da Enzo da 29.\n- **Get up early.** At least once during your stay, request an early wake-up call to discover a deserted city. ArcheoRoma can lead the way.\n- **Shop at a market.** If you don’t buy produce, trinkets, or street food at a real Roman market like Testaccio or Campo de’ Fiore, have you been to Rome?\n\n![Lounge area in Mediterraneo Hotel]()\n\n![Lounge area in Mediterraneo Hotel](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/LIL6yP5pvltjrJRkHb-AHNXmt0o=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-hotel-mediterraneo-ROMEGUIDE0124-c80ae2e7258a4825938c4440cc4d8a1c.jpg)\n\nCourtesy of Bettoja Hotels\n## Best Hotels and Resorts\n### Palazzo Vilòn\nIf there’s one thing our experts agree on, it’s that [Palazzo Vilòn luxury apartment](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/new-palazzo-vilon-rome-review-7497016) is the most sumptuous new address in Rome. Nicole Bono, luxury travel and events planner with [Bono Events International](https:\/\/www.bonoeventsinternational.com\/) says, “When they open the doors for you, your jaw will drop.” Gary Portuesi, a T+L Top Travel Advisor with [Authentic Explorations](https:\/\/www.authentic-explorations.com\/), says that at Vilòn, “you get to live like a Roman aristocrat in an intimate palazzo in the best neighborhood.”\n\n### Singer Palace\n“I'm in love with the Singer Palace these days,” says Bono of this 19th-century beauty in the former Singer sewing machine headquarters. “It's family-owned, and that is felt with every single detail in this property. You're truly cuddled from the moment you walk in the door till your last Spritz before you leave.”\n\n### Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel\nT+L readers’ [favorite hotel in Rome](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/the-best-hotels-in-rome-2023-7547052) is also a hit with Portuesi, who raves about its “with its unique and secluded Mediterranean tiered secret garden walking distance from the Spanish Steps, Fontana di Trevi and Piazza del Popolo.” The hotel’s Stravinskij Bar remains one of Rome’s most elegant locales for a cocktail.\n\n### Hotel Mediterraneo\nEvery time I exit Termini Station, I sigh with comfort at the sight of this trusty four-star in a fascist-era Art Deco building. Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time, in a good way, with old-school service, a delightful lobby bar, and humongous suites, some with skyline views of Rome.\n\n![Art work in Gallerie Borghese ]()\n\n![Art work in Gallerie Borghese ](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/5MbwlrzfHLIuEbAO5N6lSiSuCPI=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-galleria-borghese-ROMEGUIDE0124-9d9963c7beaf4bd781d10c67429082fb.jpg)\n\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\n## Best Things to Do\n### Basilica di San Clemente\nFor a real sense of how Rome’s history is layered like a lasagna, head to this church near the Colosseum — or rather, underneath it. An atmospheric archaeological area beneath the not-too-shabby 12th-century church holds an even earlier Christian church, which lies on top of a pagan altar and an ancient Roman apartment building.\n\n### ArcheoRunning\nIf you’re a runner, join archaeologist, guide, and running enthusiast Isabella Calidonna on an early morning jogging tour through Rome's truly magical empty streets. (Trust me, it’s okay if you run slowly.) If you’re not a runner, don’t sweat it — she’ll be happy to do the same informative tour at a walking pace.\n\n### Via del Governo Vecchio\nSpend a late afternoon vintage shopping on my favorite street in Rome, then stick around for an aperitivo, followed by pizza and gelato. If that trifecta of Roman drinking and eating isn’t enough, this splendid street near Piazza Navona has a buzzy but manageable bar-hopping scene.\n\n### Largo Argentina\nWant to stand at the very site (or very near it, anyway) where Julius Caesar lost his life? Long visible only from street level and best known as a cat sanctuary among picturesque ruins, the [archaeological area at Largo Argentina](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/julius-caesar-tourist-attraction-rome-7550950) site is now open to the public, thanks to funding from [Bulgari](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/bulgari-hotel-roma-review-7550392). The Curia of Pompeo, where Caesar got shivved, stands near the ruins of four ancient temples.\n\n### Galleria Borghese\nReserve your tickets in advance and prepare to be overwhelmed by the beauty here, both of the ornate salons of this noble palace turned art museum, and the amazing works inside, including Bernini’s spellbinding \"Rape of Proserpine\" and several Caravaggio paintings.\n\n![Entrance to the Testaccio Market]()\n\n![Entrance to the Testaccio Market](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/9zui_k-fwV95U7AqBhm6X93tJ3Q=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-testaccio-market-ROMEGUIDE0124-6b23afe914c641608a0ef32697c6eeb0.jpg)\n\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\n## Best Shopping\n### Testaccio Market\nThis sprawling covered market in the working-class Testaccio neighborhood offers an authentic slice of Roman daily life. Even if you’re not shopping for clothing, produce or fresh fish, stop for some of Rome’s best street food, especially a suppli at Food Box or a drippy panino at Modri e Vai.\n\n### Art Privé\nItzkowitz is a fan of this artisan jeweler in Monti and even had owner Antonio design a pair of custom earrings for her wedding. If you don’t have time for a made-to-order bauble, the shop has many original designs, many of which feature colorful gemstones.\n\n### Essenzialmente Laura\nFor a real only-in-Rome gift or souvenir, Portuesi refers friends and clients to the perfumery of Laura Bosetti Tonatto, who’s made custom scents for celebrities, royals, and aristocrats, including Queen Elizabeth II. “You can create your own perfect perfume or find the scent you love,” he says.\n\n### La Bottega del Marmoraro\nIt’s hard to imagine a store like this anywhere else — a tiny workshop on pretty Via Margutta where stone carver Sandro Fiorentino tinks away at marble plaques by hand. “I love to bring out-of-town visitors here,” says Itzkowitz. “Prices start at around 15 euros, which means you can find an affordable, handmade souvenir.”\n\n![View of Rome at night from the terrace of the Hassler Hotel]()\n\n![View of Rome at night from the terrace of the Hassler Hotel](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/DDhOCKWiiH2aD6sI-aqZWOgV7EQ=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-rome-nightlife-terrazza-hassler-hotel-ROMEGUIDE0124-b43096a0a85c4d839395ae500e467255.jpg)\n\nCourtesy of Hassler Hotel\n## Best Nightlife\n### Fontana dell'Acqua Paola\nSome of the best things in Rome are free, including the views from this monumental fountain high on the Janiculum hill. It’s one of T+L’s top underrated things to do in Rome. Fans of the Oscar-winning film “Rome, the Great Beauty” will recognize this majestic spot.\n\n### Salotto 42\nThis classy bar offers great cocktails and light bites with a sublime view. “A table there in the stunning Piazza di Pietra,” says Bono, “with the incredible Roman columns all lit up is truly magical, and it feels like it's just there for you.\"\n\n### Hassler Hotel 7th Floor Terrace\nThe recipe for an unforgettable Roman evening: Start with panoramic city views from atop the Spanish Steps, stir in a specialty cocktail, garnish with some elevated aperitivo fare, and drink it all in at one of our favorite family-run hotels in Italy and one of the absolute best in Rome.\n\n![People sitting in a public plaza in Rome]()\n\n![People sitting in a public plaza in Rome](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/5PrshqzXQq0cwodzguJYvBBWHVY=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-piazza-della-madonna-dei-monti-in-rome-ROMEGUIDE0124-74e9317a75ec49fea0625e401290730c.jpg)\n\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\n## Best Restaurants\n### Da Enzo da 29\nDespite its near-legendary status and the long lines for a table (Enzo doesn’t take reservations), Itzkowitz says a meal here is “worth the wait and lives up to the hype — every time.” She’s a fan of the handmade tonarelli cacio e pepe but says that the food here is consistently good across the menu.\n\n### Trattoria Da Cesare Al Pellegrino\nThis new-in-2023 sister property of a neighborhood favorite in residential Monteverde brings hearty, traditional Roman pasta and meat dishes to the centro storico. “Run, don't walk,” says Bono, “because this city location is super charming, and tourists haven't found it yet.”\n\n### Pro Loco Pinciano\nPortuesi says you’ll feel like a local at this super-casual pizza and pasta joint just outside the city walls, where the emphasis is on ingredients and wines sourced from the surrounding region on Lazio. Charcuterie platters are delicious and abundant here.\n\n### L'Antica Pesa\nRegularly named one of the best restaurants in Rome, this Trastevere culinary landmark is, per Portuesi, “a standard and consistent classic” and worth crossing the river for. Head here for a special dinner or when you’re ready to go big (before going home, maybe?) and order an appetizer, pasta (primo), meat, and dessert for the full Italian dining experience.\n\n![A historic building with arches and a bell tower people walking and resting in the foreground a mix of greenery and stone structures]()\n\n![A historic building with arches and a bell tower people walking and resting in the foreground a mix of greenery and stone structures](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/Yx9Oy1xsNJ0D1EcWPDcpqd4oMak=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-best-time-to-visit-ROMEGUIDE1025-fd318968448e460ca2ab3d3c9dada233.jpg)\n\nTaylor McIntyre\/Travel + Leisure\n## Best Time to Visit\nYou’ve heard all the warnings about visiting in high summer, but if that’s the only time you have to visit, Itzkowitz says to [do as the Romans do](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/best-things-to-do-in-rome-11916706): rest in your cool hotel room in the afternoon and venture out again in the early evening. Bono agrees that summer can be...sticky but adds, “Those summer sunsets on a rooftop with an Aperol spritz certainly make for that 'Dolce Vita moment' we all crave.”\n\nPortuesi [recommends November](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/cheapest-time-to-fly-to-italy-7105833), as it’s still relatively warm and the crowds have thinned out; January, when sale season starts; or April and October. “Tourists might still be there, but the colors of spring and autumn are amazing, and temperatures are on the warm side.” I love visiting in January or February when the crowds are much more manageable, and if you’re lucky, you can catch some lovely, crisp, sunny days.\n\n## How to Get There\nMost [visitors fly](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/airlines-airports\/what-its-like-flying-italys-new-airline-ita-airways) into Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci\/Fiumicino Airport (FCO). From there, you can take a 30-minute non-stop train to Termini, the central station, and take a taxi, Metro, bus, or tram to your accommodation. A cab from FCO to anywhere inside the Aurelian Walls costs 50 euros. Ride-sharing services other than Uber Black are not available in Rome.\n\n![A bustling street intersection with several buildings and pedestrians in Rome Italy]()\n\n![A bustling street intersection with several buildings and pedestrians in Rome Italy](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/6r-vJHE_lqRyRN9_0osy0pg9FaU=\/1500x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-how-to-get-around-ROMEGUIDE1025-79e9e4d632864e76ae180b845e44d139.jpg)\n\nTaylor McIntyre\/Travel + Leisure\n## How to Get Around\nRome’s historic center is primarily flat and highly walkable. Many visitors take the Metro to reach the Vatican Museums, then walk back into the city from there (or take a cab from St. Peter’s Square).\n\nBuses and Metro, both run by [ATAC](https:\/\/www.atac.roma.it\/en\/home), are also reliable ways to get around, though depending on the distance, walking may be faster. Note that taxis in Rome cannot be hailed on the street. Instead, they wait at taxi stands or ranks generally located near tourist areas.\n\nI strongly recommend against renting a car in Rome, as traffic and parking are a mess and the centro is a maze of one-way streets, many of which are pedestrian-only. If you pick up a car in Rome for a more extended tour in Italy, make sure you have your route mapped out in advance — and nerves of steel.\n\nRead More:\n\n- [Destinations](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/destinations-7511109)\n- [Europe](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/europe-travel-8650550)\n- [Italy](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/italy-travel-8650744)\n- [Rome](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/rome-travel-8650745)\n\n## Related Articles\n[![The Colosseum in Rome Italy viewed with trees in the foreground during sunset]() ![The Colosseum in Rome Italy viewed with trees in the foreground during sunset](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/thmb\/YKDXq4NIE7qAYlWJer_KL3Ujo4I=\/282x188\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):max_bytes\\(150000\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/TAL-lead-image-TODOROME1025-31e61394f02d49b4ab5a3d3087fe52ca.jpg) 20 Best Things to Do in Rome, From Ancient Sites to Rooftop Bars and Local 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eternally fabulous. No matter how crowded it gets, how dysfunctional its current government is, or how many bad pizzas there are in ratio to good ones, Rome remains. It’s persisted and resisted for more than 2,775 years, and even at this ripe old age, Rome is still evolving.\n\nIt’s an exciting time to visit Rome, and even for people who live there, the flurry of post-pandemic activity in the travel sector has been dizzying. “Archaeological sites that have been fenced-off for years are now accessible to visitors, there’s a host of innovative new tour options, and I can barely keep up with the number of absolutely stunning luxury hotels that have opened,” says *Travel + Leisure* contributor and Rome resident Laura Itzkowitz, who also writes about Rome in her newsletter, [The New Roman Times](https:\/\/newromantimes.substack.com\/). “It’s a delight to see so much investment in the city and so many new ways to experience it.”\n\nNo matter how you decide to see the city or whether your tastes swing towards art and architecture, high-end shopping and dining, or browsing markets and munching on street food, Rome gives you options. We asked Itzkowitz and some other Rome travel experts to weigh in on their favorite places and experiences to recommend in eternal Rome.\n\n### Top 5 Can’t Miss\n- **Swoon over the cityscape.** Few things are as romantic as Rome at night from a vantage point like the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola or the Capitoline Hill.\n- **See marble turn to flesh.** At the Galleria Borghese, Bernini’s lifelike sculptures are a gazillion times more impressive than what you remember from art history class.\n- **Do the Full Monty of Italian dining.** Bring your appetite and go big, with antipasto, pasta, main course, and dessert at a homey trat like Da Enzo da 29.\n- **Get up early.** At least once during your stay, request an early wake-up call to discover a deserted city. ArcheoRoma can lead the way.\n- **Shop at a market.** If you don’t buy produce, trinkets, or street food at a real Roman market like Testaccio or Campo de’ Fiore, have you been to Rome?\n\nCourtesy of Bettoja Hotels\n\n## Best Hotels and Resorts\n### Palazzo Vilòn\nIf there’s one thing our experts agree on, it’s that [Palazzo Vilòn luxury apartment](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/new-palazzo-vilon-rome-review-7497016) is the most sumptuous new address in Rome. Nicole Bono, luxury travel and events planner with [Bono Events International](https:\/\/www.bonoeventsinternational.com\/) says, “When they open the doors for you, your jaw will drop.” Gary Portuesi, a T+L Top Travel Advisor with [Authentic Explorations](https:\/\/www.authentic-explorations.com\/), says that at Vilòn, “you get to live like a Roman aristocrat in an intimate palazzo in the best neighborhood.”\n\n### Singer Palace\n“I'm in love with the Singer Palace these days,” says Bono of this 19th-century beauty in the former Singer sewing machine headquarters. “It's family-owned, and that is felt with every single detail in this property. You're truly cuddled from the moment you walk in the door till your last Spritz before you leave.”\n\n### Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel\nT+L readers’ [favorite hotel in Rome](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/the-best-hotels-in-rome-2023-7547052) is also a hit with Portuesi, who raves about its “with its unique and secluded Mediterranean tiered secret garden walking distance from the Spanish Steps, Fontana di Trevi and Piazza del Popolo.” The hotel’s Stravinskij Bar remains one of Rome’s most elegant locales for a cocktail.\n\n### Hotel Mediterraneo\nEvery time I exit Termini Station, I sigh with comfort at the sight of this trusty four-star in a fascist-era Art Deco building. Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time, in a good way, with old-school service, a delightful lobby bar, and humongous suites, some with skyline views of Rome.\n\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\n\n## Best Things to Do\n### Basilica di San Clemente\nFor a real sense of how Rome’s history is layered like a lasagna, head to this church near the Colosseum — or rather, underneath it. An atmospheric archaeological area beneath the not-too-shabby 12th-century church holds an even earlier Christian church, which lies on top of a pagan altar and an ancient Roman apartment building.\n\n### ArcheoRunning\nIf you’re a runner, join archaeologist, guide, and running enthusiast Isabella Calidonna on an early morning jogging tour through Rome's truly magical empty streets. (Trust me, it’s okay if you run slowly.) If you’re not a runner, don’t sweat it — she’ll be happy to do the same informative tour at a walking pace.\n\n### Via del Governo Vecchio\nSpend a late afternoon vintage shopping on my favorite street in Rome, then stick around for an aperitivo, followed by pizza and gelato. If that trifecta of Roman drinking and eating isn’t enough, this splendid street near Piazza Navona has a buzzy but manageable bar-hopping scene.\n\n### Largo Argentina\nWant to stand at the very site (or very near it, anyway) where Julius Caesar lost his life? Long visible only from street level and best known as a cat sanctuary among picturesque ruins, the [archaeological area at Largo Argentina](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/julius-caesar-tourist-attraction-rome-7550950) site is now open to the public, thanks to funding from [Bulgari](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/bulgari-hotel-roma-review-7550392). The Curia of Pompeo, where Caesar got shivved, stands near the ruins of four ancient temples.\n\n### Galleria Borghese\nReserve your tickets in advance and prepare to be overwhelmed by the beauty here, both of the ornate salons of this noble palace turned art museum, and the amazing works inside, including Bernini’s spellbinding \"Rape of Proserpine\" and several Caravaggio paintings.\n\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\n\n## Best Shopping\n### Testaccio Market\nThis sprawling covered market in the working-class Testaccio neighborhood offers an authentic slice of Roman daily life. Even if you’re not shopping for clothing, produce or fresh fish, stop for some of Rome’s best street food, especially a suppli at Food Box or a drippy panino at Modri e Vai.\n\n### Art Privé\nItzkowitz is a fan of this artisan jeweler in Monti and even had owner Antonio design a pair of custom earrings for her wedding. If you don’t have time for a made-to-order bauble, the shop has many original designs, many of which feature colorful gemstones.\n\n### Essenzialmente Laura\nFor a real only-in-Rome gift or souvenir, Portuesi refers friends and clients to the perfumery of Laura Bosetti Tonatto, who’s made custom scents for celebrities, royals, and aristocrats, including Queen Elizabeth II. “You can create your own perfect perfume or find the scent you love,” he says.\n\n### La Bottega del Marmoraro\nIt’s hard to imagine a store like this anywhere else — a tiny workshop on pretty Via Margutta where stone carver Sandro Fiorentino tinks away at marble plaques by hand. “I love to bring out-of-town visitors here,” says Itzkowitz. “Prices start at around 15 euros, which means you can find an affordable, handmade souvenir.”\n\nCourtesy of Hassler Hotel\n\n## Best Nightlife\n### Fontana dell'Acqua Paola\nSome of the best things in Rome are free, including the views from this monumental fountain high on the Janiculum hill. It’s one of T+L’s top underrated things to do in Rome. Fans of the Oscar-winning film “Rome, the Great Beauty” will recognize this majestic spot.\n\n### Salotto 42\nThis classy bar offers great cocktails and light bites with a sublime view. “A table there in the stunning Piazza di Pietra,” says Bono, “with the incredible Roman columns all lit up is truly magical, and it feels like it's just there for you.\"\n\n### Hassler Hotel 7th Floor Terrace\nThe recipe for an unforgettable Roman evening: Start with panoramic city views from atop the Spanish Steps, stir in a specialty cocktail, garnish with some elevated aperitivo fare, and drink it all in at one of our favorite family-run hotels in Italy and one of the absolute best in Rome.\n\nChristopher Larson\/Travel + Leisure\n\n## Best Restaurants\n### Da Enzo da 29\nDespite its near-legendary status and the long lines for a table (Enzo doesn’t take reservations), Itzkowitz says a meal here is “worth the wait and lives up to the hype — every time.” She’s a fan of the handmade tonarelli cacio e pepe but says that the food here is consistently good across the menu.\n\n### Trattoria Da Cesare Al Pellegrino\nThis new-in-2023 sister property of a neighborhood favorite in residential Monteverde brings hearty, traditional Roman pasta and meat dishes to the centro storico. “Run, don't walk,” says Bono, “because this city location is super charming, and tourists haven't found it yet.”\n\n### Pro Loco Pinciano\nPortuesi says you’ll feel like a local at this super-casual pizza and pasta joint just outside the city walls, where the emphasis is on ingredients and wines sourced from the surrounding region on Lazio. Charcuterie platters are delicious and abundant here.\n\n### L'Antica Pesa\nRegularly named one of the best restaurants in Rome, this Trastevere culinary landmark is, per Portuesi, “a standard and consistent classic” and worth crossing the river for. Head here for a special dinner or when you’re ready to go big (before going home, maybe?) and order an appetizer, pasta (primo), meat, and dessert for the full Italian dining experience.\n\nTaylor McIntyre\/Travel + Leisure\n\n## Best Time to Visit\nYou’ve heard all the warnings about visiting in high summer, but if that’s the only time you have to visit, Itzkowitz says to [do as the Romans do](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/best-things-to-do-in-rome-11916706): rest in your cool hotel room in the afternoon and venture out again in the early evening. Bono agrees that summer can be...sticky but adds, “Those summer sunsets on a rooftop with an Aperol spritz certainly make for that 'Dolce Vita moment' we all crave.”\n\nPortuesi [recommends November](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/cheapest-time-to-fly-to-italy-7105833), as it’s still relatively warm and the crowds have thinned out; January, when sale season starts; or April and October. “Tourists might still be there, but the colors of spring and autumn are amazing, and temperatures are on the warm side.” I love visiting in January or February when the crowds are much more manageable, and if you’re lucky, you can catch some lovely, crisp, sunny days.\n\n## How to Get There\nMost [visitors fly](https:\/\/www.travelandleisure.com\/airlines-airports\/what-its-like-flying-italys-new-airline-ita-airways) into Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci\/Fiumicino Airport (FCO). 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Boilerpipe Text	For me, the Eternal City is eternally fabulous. No matter how crowded it gets, how dysfunctional its current government is, or how many bad pizzas there are in ratio to good ones, Rome remains. It’s persisted and resisted for more than 2,775 years, and even at this ripe old age, Rome is still evolving. It’s an exciting time to visit Rome, and even for people who live there, the flurry of post-pandemic activity in the travel sector has been dizzying. “Archaeological sites that have been fenced-off for years are now accessible to visitors, there’s a host of innovative new tour options, and I can barely keep up with the number of absolutely stunning luxury hotels that have opened,” says Travel + Leisure contributor and Rome resident Laura Itzkowitz, who also writes about Rome in her newsletter, The New Roman Times . “It’s a delight to see so much investment in the city and so many new ways to experience it.” No matter how you decide to see the city or whether your tastes swing towards art and architecture, high-end shopping and dining, or browsing markets and munching on street food, Rome gives you options. We asked Itzkowitz and some other Rome travel experts to weigh in on their favorite places and experiences to recommend in eternal Rome. Top 5 Can’t Miss Swoon over the cityscape. Few things are as romantic as Rome at night from a vantage point like the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola or the Capitoline Hill. See marble turn to flesh. At the Galleria Borghese, Bernini’s lifelike sculptures are a gazillion times more impressive than what you remember from art history class. Do the Full Monty of Italian dining. Bring your appetite and go big, with antipasto, pasta, main course, and dessert at a homey trat like Da Enzo da 29. Get up early. At least once during your stay, request an early wake-up call to discover a deserted city. ArcheoRoma can lead the way. Shop at a market. If you don’t buy produce, trinkets, or street food at a real Roman market like Testaccio or Campo de’ Fiore, have you been to Rome? Courtesy of Bettoja Hotels Best Hotels and Resorts Palazzo Vilòn If there’s one thing our experts agree on, it’s that Palazzo Vilòn luxury apartment is the most sumptuous new address in Rome. Nicole Bono, luxury travel and events planner with Bono Events International says, “When they open the doors for you, your jaw will drop.” Gary Portuesi, a T+L Top Travel Advisor with Authentic Explorations , says that at Vilòn, “you get to live like a Roman aristocrat in an intimate palazzo in the best neighborhood.” Singer Palace “I'm in love with the Singer Palace these days,” says Bono of this 19th-century beauty in the former Singer sewing machine headquarters. “It's family-owned, and that is felt with every single detail in this property. You're truly cuddled from the moment you walk in the door till your last Spritz before you leave.” Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel T+L readers’ favorite hotel in Rome is also a hit with Portuesi, who raves about its “with its unique and secluded Mediterranean tiered secret garden walking distance from the Spanish Steps, Fontana di Trevi and Piazza del Popolo.” The hotel’s Stravinskij Bar remains one of Rome’s most elegant locales for a cocktail. Hotel Mediterraneo Every time I exit Termini Station, I sigh with comfort at the sight of this trusty four-star in a fascist-era Art Deco building. Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time, in a good way, with old-school service, a delightful lobby bar, and humongous suites, some with skyline views of Rome. Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure Best Things to Do Basilica di San Clemente For a real sense of how Rome’s history is layered like a lasagna, head to this church near the Colosseum — or rather, underneath it. An atmospheric archaeological area beneath the not-too-shabby 12th-century church holds an even earlier Christian church, which lies on top of a pagan altar and an ancient Roman apartment building. ArcheoRunning If you’re a runner, join archaeologist, guide, and running enthusiast Isabella Calidonna on an early morning jogging tour through Rome's truly magical empty streets. (Trust me, it’s okay if you run slowly.) If you’re not a runner, don’t sweat it — she’ll be happy to do the same informative tour at a walking pace. Via del Governo Vecchio Spend a late afternoon vintage shopping on my favorite street in Rome, then stick around for an aperitivo, followed by pizza and gelato. If that trifecta of Roman drinking and eating isn’t enough, this splendid street near Piazza Navona has a buzzy but manageable bar-hopping scene. Largo Argentina Want to stand at the very site (or very near it, anyway) where Julius Caesar lost his life? Long visible only from street level and best known as a cat sanctuary among picturesque ruins, the archaeological area at Largo Argentina site is now open to the public, thanks to funding from Bulgari . The Curia of Pompeo, where Caesar got shivved, stands near the ruins of four ancient temples. Galleria Borghese Reserve your tickets in advance and prepare to be overwhelmed by the beauty here, both of the ornate salons of this noble palace turned art museum, and the amazing works inside, including Bernini’s spellbinding "Rape of Proserpine" and several Caravaggio paintings. Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure Best Shopping Testaccio Market This sprawling covered market in the working-class Testaccio neighborhood offers an authentic slice of Roman daily life. Even if you’re not shopping for clothing, produce or fresh fish, stop for some of Rome’s best street food, especially a suppli at Food Box or a drippy panino at Modri e Vai. Art Privé Itzkowitz is a fan of this artisan jeweler in Monti and even had owner Antonio design a pair of custom earrings for her wedding. If you don’t have time for a made-to-order bauble, the shop has many original designs, many of which feature colorful gemstones. Essenzialmente Laura For a real only-in-Rome gift or souvenir, Portuesi refers friends and clients to the perfumery of Laura Bosetti Tonatto, who’s made custom scents for celebrities, royals, and aristocrats, including Queen Elizabeth II. “You can create your own perfect perfume or find the scent you love,” he says. La Bottega del Marmoraro It’s hard to imagine a store like this anywhere else — a tiny workshop on pretty Via Margutta where stone carver Sandro Fiorentino tinks away at marble plaques by hand. “I love to bring out-of-town visitors here,” says Itzkowitz. “Prices start at around 15 euros, which means you can find an affordable, handmade souvenir.” Courtesy of Hassler Hotel Best Nightlife Fontana dell'Acqua Paola Some of the best things in Rome are free, including the views from this monumental fountain high on the Janiculum hill. It’s one of T+L’s top underrated things to do in Rome. Fans of the Oscar-winning film “Rome, the Great Beauty” will recognize this majestic spot. Salotto 42 This classy bar offers great cocktails and light bites with a sublime view. “A table there in the stunning Piazza di Pietra,” says Bono, “with the incredible Roman columns all lit up is truly magical, and it feels like it's just there for you." Hassler Hotel 7th Floor Terrace The recipe for an unforgettable Roman evening: Start with panoramic city views from atop the Spanish Steps, stir in a specialty cocktail, garnish with some elevated aperitivo fare, and drink it all in at one of our favorite family-run hotels in Italy and one of the absolute best in Rome. Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure Best Restaurants Da Enzo da 29 Despite its near-legendary status and the long lines for a table (Enzo doesn’t take reservations), Itzkowitz says a meal here is “worth the wait and lives up to the hype — every time.” She’s a fan of the handmade tonarelli cacio e pepe but says that the food here is consistently good across the menu. Trattoria Da Cesare Al Pellegrino This new-in-2023 sister property of a neighborhood favorite in residential Monteverde brings hearty, traditional Roman pasta and meat dishes to the centro storico. “Run, don't walk,” says Bono, “because this city location is super charming, and tourists haven't found it yet.” Pro Loco Pinciano Portuesi says you’ll feel like a local at this super-casual pizza and pasta joint just outside the city walls, where the emphasis is on ingredients and wines sourced from the surrounding region on Lazio. Charcuterie platters are delicious and abundant here. L'Antica Pesa Regularly named one of the best restaurants in Rome, this Trastevere culinary landmark is, per Portuesi, “a standard and consistent classic” and worth crossing the river for. Head here for a special dinner or when you’re ready to go big (before going home, maybe?) and order an appetizer, pasta (primo), meat, and dessert for the full Italian dining experience. Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure Best Time to Visit You’ve heard all the warnings about visiting in high summer, but if that’s the only time you have to visit, Itzkowitz says to do as the Romans do : rest in your cool hotel room in the afternoon and venture out again in the early evening. Bono agrees that summer can be...sticky but adds, “Those summer sunsets on a rooftop with an Aperol spritz certainly make for that 'Dolce Vita moment' we all crave.” Portuesi recommends November , as it’s still relatively warm and the crowds have thinned out; January, when sale season starts; or April and October. “Tourists might still be there, but the colors of spring and autumn are amazing, and temperatures are on the warm side.” I love visiting in January or February when the crowds are much more manageable, and if you’re lucky, you can catch some lovely, crisp, sunny days. How to Get There Most visitors fly into Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci/Fiumicino Airport (FCO). From there, you can take a 30-minute non-stop train to Termini, the central station, and take a taxi, Metro, bus, or tram to your accommodation. A cab from FCO to anywhere inside the Aurelian Walls costs 50 euros. Ride-sharing services other than Uber Black are not available in Rome. Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure How to Get Around Rome’s historic center is primarily flat and highly walkable. Many visitors take the Metro to reach the Vatican Museums, then walk back into the city from there (or take a cab from St. Peter’s Square). Buses and Metro, both run by ATAC , are also reliable ways to get around, though depending on the distance, walking may be faster. Note that taxis in Rome cannot be hailed on the street. Instead, they wait at taxi stands or ranks generally located near tourist areas. I strongly recommend against renting a car in Rome, as traffic and parking are a mess and the centro is a maze of one-way streets, many of which are pedestrian-only. If you pick up a car in Rome for a more extended tour in Italy, make sure you have your route mapped out in advance — and nerves of steel.
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By [Elizabeth Heath](https://www.travelandleisure.com/author/elizabeth-heath) ![Elizabeth Heath headshot]() ![Elizabeth Heath headshot](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/0MC-6eYG_WZAiwWNVxosJf_mH4M=/200x200/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/Lizprofilepicedited-d2f76e0cdf6a40508776c07f8d541acc.jpg) [Elizabeth Heath](https://www.travelandleisure.com/author/elizabeth-heath) Elizabeth Heath is a writer and editor living on a hill in Umbria, from where she writes about travel in Italy, the rest of Europe, and farther afield. [Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines](https://www.travelandleisure.com/about-us-5324386#toc-editorial-policy) Published on May 18, 2024 In This Article View All In This Article - [Best Hotels and Resorts](https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-hotels-and-resorts) - [Best Things to Do](https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-things-to-do) - [Best Shopping](https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-shopping) - [Best Nightlife](https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-nightlife) - [Best Restaurants](https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-restaurants) - [Best Time to Visit](https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-best-time-to-visit) - [How to Get There](https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-how-to-get-there) - [How to Get Around](https://www.travelandleisure.com/rome-travel-guide-8426023#toc-how-to-get-around) Close ![The interior of the Colosseum in Rome showing its ancient structure and partial ruins with visitors present](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/rKjrJZknMOEHHACD2f2iiXzFIG8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-lead-image-ROMEGUIDE1025-40c329837a3d4758beefdebb4219348e.jpg) ![The interior of the Colosseum in Rome showing its ancient structure and partial ruins with visitors present](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/rKjrJZknMOEHHACD2f2iiXzFIG8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-lead-image-ROMEGUIDE1025-40c329837a3d4758beefdebb4219348e.jpg) Credit: Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure For me, the Eternal City is eternally fabulous. No matter how crowded it gets, how dysfunctional its current government is, or how many bad pizzas there are in ratio to good ones, Rome remains. It’s persisted and resisted for more than 2,775 years, and even at this ripe old age, Rome is still evolving. It’s an exciting time to visit Rome, and even for people who live there, the flurry of post-pandemic activity in the travel sector has been dizzying. “Archaeological sites that have been fenced-off for years are now accessible to visitors, there’s a host of innovative new tour options, and I can barely keep up with the number of absolutely stunning luxury hotels that have opened,” says Travel + Leisure contributor and Rome resident Laura Itzkowitz, who also writes about Rome in her newsletter, [The New Roman Times](https://newromantimes.substack.com/). “It’s a delight to see so much investment in the city and so many new ways to experience it.” No matter how you decide to see the city or whether your tastes swing towards art and architecture, high-end shopping and dining, or browsing markets and munching on street food, Rome gives you options. We asked Itzkowitz and some other Rome travel experts to weigh in on their favorite places and experiences to recommend in eternal Rome. ### Top 5 Can’t Miss - Swoon over the cityscape. Few things are as romantic as Rome at night from a vantage point like the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola or the Capitoline Hill. - See marble turn to flesh. At the Galleria Borghese, Bernini’s lifelike sculptures are a gazillion times more impressive than what you remember from art history class. - Do the Full Monty of Italian dining. Bring your appetite and go big, with antipasto, pasta, main course, and dessert at a homey trat like Da Enzo da 29. - Get up early. At least once during your stay, request an early wake-up call to discover a deserted city. ArcheoRoma can lead the way. - Shop at a market. If you don’t buy produce, trinkets, or street food at a real Roman market like Testaccio or Campo de’ Fiore, have you been to Rome? ![Lounge area in Mediterraneo Hotel]() ![Lounge area in Mediterraneo Hotel](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/LIL6yP5pvltjrJRkHb-AHNXmt0o=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-hotel-mediterraneo-ROMEGUIDE0124-c80ae2e7258a4825938c4440cc4d8a1c.jpg) Courtesy of Bettoja Hotels ## Best Hotels and Resorts ### Palazzo Vilòn If there’s one thing our experts agree on, it’s that [Palazzo Vilòn luxury apartment](https://www.travelandleisure.com/new-palazzo-vilon-rome-review-7497016) is the most sumptuous new address in Rome. Nicole Bono, luxury travel and events planner with [Bono Events International](https://www.bonoeventsinternational.com/) says, “When they open the doors for you, your jaw will drop.” Gary Portuesi, a T+L Top Travel Advisor with [Authentic Explorations](https://www.authentic-explorations.com/), says that at Vilòn, “you get to live like a Roman aristocrat in an intimate palazzo in the best neighborhood.” ### Singer Palace “I'm in love with the Singer Palace these days,” says Bono of this 19th-century beauty in the former Singer sewing machine headquarters. “It's family-owned, and that is felt with every single detail in this property. You're truly cuddled from the moment you walk in the door till your last Spritz before you leave.” ### Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel T+L readers’ [favorite hotel in Rome](https://www.travelandleisure.com/the-best-hotels-in-rome-2023-7547052) is also a hit with Portuesi, who raves about its “with its unique and secluded Mediterranean tiered secret garden walking distance from the Spanish Steps, Fontana di Trevi and Piazza del Popolo.” The hotel’s Stravinskij Bar remains one of Rome’s most elegant locales for a cocktail. ### Hotel Mediterraneo Every time I exit Termini Station, I sigh with comfort at the sight of this trusty four-star in a fascist-era Art Deco building. Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time, in a good way, with old-school service, a delightful lobby bar, and humongous suites, some with skyline views of Rome. ![Art work in Gallerie Borghese ]() ![Art work in Gallerie Borghese ](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/5MbwlrzfHLIuEbAO5N6lSiSuCPI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-galleria-borghese-ROMEGUIDE0124-9d9963c7beaf4bd781d10c67429082fb.jpg) Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure ## Best Things to Do ### Basilica di San Clemente For a real sense of how Rome’s history is layered like a lasagna, head to this church near the Colosseum — or rather, underneath it. An atmospheric archaeological area beneath the not-too-shabby 12th-century church holds an even earlier Christian church, which lies on top of a pagan altar and an ancient Roman apartment building. ### ArcheoRunning If you’re a runner, join archaeologist, guide, and running enthusiast Isabella Calidonna on an early morning jogging tour through Rome's truly magical empty streets. (Trust me, it’s okay if you run slowly.) If you’re not a runner, don’t sweat it — she’ll be happy to do the same informative tour at a walking pace. ### Via del Governo Vecchio Spend a late afternoon vintage shopping on my favorite street in Rome, then stick around for an aperitivo, followed by pizza and gelato. If that trifecta of Roman drinking and eating isn’t enough, this splendid street near Piazza Navona has a buzzy but manageable bar-hopping scene. ### Largo Argentina Want to stand at the very site (or very near it, anyway) where Julius Caesar lost his life? Long visible only from street level and best known as a cat sanctuary among picturesque ruins, the [archaeological area at Largo Argentina](https://www.travelandleisure.com/julius-caesar-tourist-attraction-rome-7550950) site is now open to the public, thanks to funding from [Bulgari](https://www.travelandleisure.com/bulgari-hotel-roma-review-7550392). The Curia of Pompeo, where Caesar got shivved, stands near the ruins of four ancient temples. ### Galleria Borghese Reserve your tickets in advance and prepare to be overwhelmed by the beauty here, both of the ornate salons of this noble palace turned art museum, and the amazing works inside, including Bernini’s spellbinding "Rape of Proserpine" and several Caravaggio paintings. ![Entrance to the Testaccio Market]() ![Entrance to the Testaccio Market](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/9zui_k-fwV95U7AqBhm6X93tJ3Q=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-testaccio-market-ROMEGUIDE0124-6b23afe914c641608a0ef32697c6eeb0.jpg) Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure ## Best Shopping ### Testaccio Market This sprawling covered market in the working-class Testaccio neighborhood offers an authentic slice of Roman daily life. Even if you’re not shopping for clothing, produce or fresh fish, stop for some of Rome’s best street food, especially a suppli at Food Box or a drippy panino at Modri e Vai. ### Art Privé Itzkowitz is a fan of this artisan jeweler in Monti and even had owner Antonio design a pair of custom earrings for her wedding. If you don’t have time for a made-to-order bauble, the shop has many original designs, many of which feature colorful gemstones. ### Essenzialmente Laura For a real only-in-Rome gift or souvenir, Portuesi refers friends and clients to the perfumery of Laura Bosetti Tonatto, who’s made custom scents for celebrities, royals, and aristocrats, including Queen Elizabeth II. “You can create your own perfect perfume or find the scent you love,” he says. ### La Bottega del Marmoraro It’s hard to imagine a store like this anywhere else — a tiny workshop on pretty Via Margutta where stone carver Sandro Fiorentino tinks away at marble plaques by hand. “I love to bring out-of-town visitors here,” says Itzkowitz. “Prices start at around 15 euros, which means you can find an affordable, handmade souvenir.” ![View of Rome at night from the terrace of the Hassler Hotel]() ![View of Rome at night from the terrace of the Hassler Hotel](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/DDhOCKWiiH2aD6sI-aqZWOgV7EQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-rome-nightlife-terrazza-hassler-hotel-ROMEGUIDE0124-b43096a0a85c4d839395ae500e467255.jpg) Courtesy of Hassler Hotel ## Best Nightlife ### Fontana dell'Acqua Paola Some of the best things in Rome are free, including the views from this monumental fountain high on the Janiculum hill. It’s one of T+L’s top underrated things to do in Rome. Fans of the Oscar-winning film “Rome, the Great Beauty” will recognize this majestic spot. ### Salotto 42 This classy bar offers great cocktails and light bites with a sublime view. “A table there in the stunning Piazza di Pietra,” says Bono, “with the incredible Roman columns all lit up is truly magical, and it feels like it's just there for you." ### Hassler Hotel 7th Floor Terrace The recipe for an unforgettable Roman evening: Start with panoramic city views from atop the Spanish Steps, stir in a specialty cocktail, garnish with some elevated aperitivo fare, and drink it all in at one of our favorite family-run hotels in Italy and one of the absolute best in Rome. ![People sitting in a public plaza in Rome]() ![People sitting in a public plaza in Rome](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/5PrshqzXQq0cwodzguJYvBBWHVY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-piazza-della-madonna-dei-monti-in-rome-ROMEGUIDE0124-74e9317a75ec49fea0625e401290730c.jpg) Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure ## Best Restaurants ### Da Enzo da 29 Despite its near-legendary status and the long lines for a table (Enzo doesn’t take reservations), Itzkowitz says a meal here is “worth the wait and lives up to the hype — every time.” She’s a fan of the handmade tonarelli cacio e pepe but says that the food here is consistently good across the menu. ### Trattoria Da Cesare Al Pellegrino This new-in-2023 sister property of a neighborhood favorite in residential Monteverde brings hearty, traditional Roman pasta and meat dishes to the centro storico. “Run, don't walk,” says Bono, “because this city location is super charming, and tourists haven't found it yet.” ### Pro Loco Pinciano Portuesi says you’ll feel like a local at this super-casual pizza and pasta joint just outside the city walls, where the emphasis is on ingredients and wines sourced from the surrounding region on Lazio. Charcuterie platters are delicious and abundant here. ### L'Antica Pesa Regularly named one of the best restaurants in Rome, this Trastevere culinary landmark is, per Portuesi, “a standard and consistent classic” and worth crossing the river for. Head here for a special dinner or when you’re ready to go big (before going home, maybe?) and order an appetizer, pasta (primo), meat, and dessert for the full Italian dining experience. ![A historic building with arches and a bell tower people walking and resting in the foreground a mix of greenery and stone structures]() ![A historic building with arches and a bell tower people walking and resting in the foreground a mix of greenery and stone structures](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/Yx9Oy1xsNJ0D1EcWPDcpqd4oMak=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-best-time-to-visit-ROMEGUIDE1025-fd318968448e460ca2ab3d3c9dada233.jpg) Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure ## Best Time to Visit You’ve heard all the warnings about visiting in high summer, but if that’s the only time you have to visit, Itzkowitz says to [do as the Romans do](https://www.travelandleisure.com/best-things-to-do-in-rome-11916706): rest in your cool hotel room in the afternoon and venture out again in the early evening. Bono agrees that summer can be...sticky but adds, “Those summer sunsets on a rooftop with an Aperol spritz certainly make for that 'Dolce Vita moment' we all crave.” Portuesi [recommends November](https://www.travelandleisure.com/cheapest-time-to-fly-to-italy-7105833), as it’s still relatively warm and the crowds have thinned out; January, when sale season starts; or April and October. “Tourists might still be there, but the colors of spring and autumn are amazing, and temperatures are on the warm side.” I love visiting in January or February when the crowds are much more manageable, and if you’re lucky, you can catch some lovely, crisp, sunny days. ## How to Get There Most [visitors fly](https://www.travelandleisure.com/airlines-airports/what-its-like-flying-italys-new-airline-ita-airways) into Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci/Fiumicino Airport (FCO). From there, you can take a 30-minute non-stop train to Termini, the central station, and take a taxi, Metro, bus, or tram to your accommodation. A cab from FCO to anywhere inside the Aurelian Walls costs 50 euros. Ride-sharing services other than Uber Black are not available in Rome. ![A bustling street intersection with several buildings and pedestrians in Rome Italy]() ![A bustling street intersection with several buildings and pedestrians in Rome Italy](https://www.travelandleisure.com/thmb/6r-vJHE_lqRyRN9_0osy0pg9FaU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):max_bytes\(150000\):strip_icc\(\)/TAL-how-to-get-around-ROMEGUIDE1025-79e9e4d632864e76ae180b845e44d139.jpg) Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure ## How to Get Around Rome’s historic center is primarily flat and highly walkable. Many visitors take the Metro to reach the Vatican Museums, then walk back into the city from there (or take a cab from St. Peter’s Square). Buses and Metro, both run by [ATAC](https://www.atac.roma.it/en/home), are also reliable ways to get around, though depending on the distance, walking may be faster. Note that taxis in Rome cannot be hailed on the street. Instead, they wait at taxi stands or ranks generally located near tourist areas. I strongly recommend against renting a car in Rome, as traffic and parking are a mess and the centro is a maze of one-way streets, many of which are pedestrian-only. If you pick up a car in Rome for a more extended tour in Italy, make sure you have your route mapped out in advance — and nerves of steel. 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Readable Markdown	For me, the Eternal City is eternally fabulous. No matter how crowded it gets, how dysfunctional its current government is, or how many bad pizzas there are in ratio to good ones, Rome remains. It’s persisted and resisted for more than 2,775 years, and even at this ripe old age, Rome is still evolving. It’s an exciting time to visit Rome, and even for people who live there, the flurry of post-pandemic activity in the travel sector has been dizzying. “Archaeological sites that have been fenced-off for years are now accessible to visitors, there’s a host of innovative new tour options, and I can barely keep up with the number of absolutely stunning luxury hotels that have opened,” says Travel + Leisure contributor and Rome resident Laura Itzkowitz, who also writes about Rome in her newsletter, [The New Roman Times](https://newromantimes.substack.com/). “It’s a delight to see so much investment in the city and so many new ways to experience it.” No matter how you decide to see the city or whether your tastes swing towards art and architecture, high-end shopping and dining, or browsing markets and munching on street food, Rome gives you options. We asked Itzkowitz and some other Rome travel experts to weigh in on their favorite places and experiences to recommend in eternal Rome. ### Top 5 Can’t Miss - Swoon over the cityscape. Few things are as romantic as Rome at night from a vantage point like the Fontana dell'Acqua Paola or the Capitoline Hill. - See marble turn to flesh. At the Galleria Borghese, Bernini’s lifelike sculptures are a gazillion times more impressive than what you remember from art history class. - Do the Full Monty of Italian dining. Bring your appetite and go big, with antipasto, pasta, main course, and dessert at a homey trat like Da Enzo da 29. - Get up early. At least once during your stay, request an early wake-up call to discover a deserted city. ArcheoRoma can lead the way. - Shop at a market. If you don’t buy produce, trinkets, or street food at a real Roman market like Testaccio or Campo de’ Fiore, have you been to Rome? Courtesy of Bettoja Hotels ## Best Hotels and Resorts ### Palazzo Vilòn If there’s one thing our experts agree on, it’s that [Palazzo Vilòn luxury apartment](https://www.travelandleisure.com/new-palazzo-vilon-rome-review-7497016) is the most sumptuous new address in Rome. Nicole Bono, luxury travel and events planner with [Bono Events International](https://www.bonoeventsinternational.com/) says, “When they open the doors for you, your jaw will drop.” Gary Portuesi, a T+L Top Travel Advisor with [Authentic Explorations](https://www.authentic-explorations.com/), says that at Vilòn, “you get to live like a Roman aristocrat in an intimate palazzo in the best neighborhood.” ### Singer Palace “I'm in love with the Singer Palace these days,” says Bono of this 19th-century beauty in the former Singer sewing machine headquarters. “It's family-owned, and that is felt with every single detail in this property. You're truly cuddled from the moment you walk in the door till your last Spritz before you leave.” ### Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel T+L readers’ [favorite hotel in Rome](https://www.travelandleisure.com/the-best-hotels-in-rome-2023-7547052) is also a hit with Portuesi, who raves about its “with its unique and secluded Mediterranean tiered secret garden walking distance from the Spanish Steps, Fontana di Trevi and Piazza del Popolo.” The hotel’s Stravinskij Bar remains one of Rome’s most elegant locales for a cocktail. ### Hotel Mediterraneo Every time I exit Termini Station, I sigh with comfort at the sight of this trusty four-star in a fascist-era Art Deco building. Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time, in a good way, with old-school service, a delightful lobby bar, and humongous suites, some with skyline views of Rome. Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure ## Best Things to Do ### Basilica di San Clemente For a real sense of how Rome’s history is layered like a lasagna, head to this church near the Colosseum — or rather, underneath it. An atmospheric archaeological area beneath the not-too-shabby 12th-century church holds an even earlier Christian church, which lies on top of a pagan altar and an ancient Roman apartment building. ### ArcheoRunning If you’re a runner, join archaeologist, guide, and running enthusiast Isabella Calidonna on an early morning jogging tour through Rome's truly magical empty streets. (Trust me, it’s okay if you run slowly.) If you’re not a runner, don’t sweat it — she’ll be happy to do the same informative tour at a walking pace. ### Via del Governo Vecchio Spend a late afternoon vintage shopping on my favorite street in Rome, then stick around for an aperitivo, followed by pizza and gelato. If that trifecta of Roman drinking and eating isn’t enough, this splendid street near Piazza Navona has a buzzy but manageable bar-hopping scene. ### Largo Argentina Want to stand at the very site (or very near it, anyway) where Julius Caesar lost his life? Long visible only from street level and best known as a cat sanctuary among picturesque ruins, the [archaeological area at Largo Argentina](https://www.travelandleisure.com/julius-caesar-tourist-attraction-rome-7550950) site is now open to the public, thanks to funding from [Bulgari](https://www.travelandleisure.com/bulgari-hotel-roma-review-7550392). The Curia of Pompeo, where Caesar got shivved, stands near the ruins of four ancient temples. ### Galleria Borghese Reserve your tickets in advance and prepare to be overwhelmed by the beauty here, both of the ornate salons of this noble palace turned art museum, and the amazing works inside, including Bernini’s spellbinding "Rape of Proserpine" and several Caravaggio paintings. Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure ## Best Shopping ### Testaccio Market This sprawling covered market in the working-class Testaccio neighborhood offers an authentic slice of Roman daily life. Even if you’re not shopping for clothing, produce or fresh fish, stop for some of Rome’s best street food, especially a suppli at Food Box or a drippy panino at Modri e Vai. ### Art Privé Itzkowitz is a fan of this artisan jeweler in Monti and even had owner Antonio design a pair of custom earrings for her wedding. If you don’t have time for a made-to-order bauble, the shop has many original designs, many of which feature colorful gemstones. ### Essenzialmente Laura For a real only-in-Rome gift or souvenir, Portuesi refers friends and clients to the perfumery of Laura Bosetti Tonatto, who’s made custom scents for celebrities, royals, and aristocrats, including Queen Elizabeth II. “You can create your own perfect perfume or find the scent you love,” he says. ### La Bottega del Marmoraro It’s hard to imagine a store like this anywhere else — a tiny workshop on pretty Via Margutta where stone carver Sandro Fiorentino tinks away at marble plaques by hand. “I love to bring out-of-town visitors here,” says Itzkowitz. “Prices start at around 15 euros, which means you can find an affordable, handmade souvenir.” Courtesy of Hassler Hotel ## Best Nightlife ### Fontana dell'Acqua Paola Some of the best things in Rome are free, including the views from this monumental fountain high on the Janiculum hill. It’s one of T+L’s top underrated things to do in Rome. Fans of the Oscar-winning film “Rome, the Great Beauty” will recognize this majestic spot. ### Salotto 42 This classy bar offers great cocktails and light bites with a sublime view. “A table there in the stunning Piazza di Pietra,” says Bono, “with the incredible Roman columns all lit up is truly magical, and it feels like it's just there for you." ### Hassler Hotel 7th Floor Terrace The recipe for an unforgettable Roman evening: Start with panoramic city views from atop the Spanish Steps, stir in a specialty cocktail, garnish with some elevated aperitivo fare, and drink it all in at one of our favorite family-run hotels in Italy and one of the absolute best in Rome. Christopher Larson/Travel + Leisure ## Best Restaurants ### Da Enzo da 29 Despite its near-legendary status and the long lines for a table (Enzo doesn’t take reservations), Itzkowitz says a meal here is “worth the wait and lives up to the hype — every time.” She’s a fan of the handmade tonarelli cacio e pepe but says that the food here is consistently good across the menu. ### Trattoria Da Cesare Al Pellegrino This new-in-2023 sister property of a neighborhood favorite in residential Monteverde brings hearty, traditional Roman pasta and meat dishes to the centro storico. “Run, don't walk,” says Bono, “because this city location is super charming, and tourists haven't found it yet.” ### Pro Loco Pinciano Portuesi says you’ll feel like a local at this super-casual pizza and pasta joint just outside the city walls, where the emphasis is on ingredients and wines sourced from the surrounding region on Lazio. Charcuterie platters are delicious and abundant here. ### L'Antica Pesa Regularly named one of the best restaurants in Rome, this Trastevere culinary landmark is, per Portuesi, “a standard and consistent classic” and worth crossing the river for. Head here for a special dinner or when you’re ready to go big (before going home, maybe?) and order an appetizer, pasta (primo), meat, and dessert for the full Italian dining experience. Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure ## Best Time to Visit You’ve heard all the warnings about visiting in high summer, but if that’s the only time you have to visit, Itzkowitz says to [do as the Romans do](https://www.travelandleisure.com/best-things-to-do-in-rome-11916706): rest in your cool hotel room in the afternoon and venture out again in the early evening. Bono agrees that summer can be...sticky but adds, “Those summer sunsets on a rooftop with an Aperol spritz certainly make for that 'Dolce Vita moment' we all crave.” Portuesi [recommends November](https://www.travelandleisure.com/cheapest-time-to-fly-to-italy-7105833), as it’s still relatively warm and the crowds have thinned out; January, when sale season starts; or April and October. “Tourists might still be there, but the colors of spring and autumn are amazing, and temperatures are on the warm side.” I love visiting in January or February when the crowds are much more manageable, and if you’re lucky, you can catch some lovely, crisp, sunny days. ## How to Get There Most [visitors fly](https://www.travelandleisure.com/airlines-airports/what-its-like-flying-italys-new-airline-ita-airways) into Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci/Fiumicino Airport (FCO). From there, you can take a 30-minute non-stop train to Termini, the central station, and take a taxi, Metro, bus, or tram to your accommodation. A cab from FCO to anywhere inside the Aurelian Walls costs 50 euros. Ride-sharing services other than Uber Black are not available in Rome. Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure ## How to Get Around Rome’s historic center is primarily flat and highly walkable. Many visitors take the Metro to reach the Vatican Museums, then walk back into the city from there (or take a cab from St. Peter’s Square). Buses and Metro, both run by [ATAC](https://www.atac.roma.it/en/home), are also reliable ways to get around, though depending on the distance, walking may be faster. Note that taxis in Rome cannot be hailed on the street. Instead, they wait at taxi stands or ranks generally located near tourist areas. I strongly recommend against renting a car in Rome, as traffic and parking are a mess and the centro is a maze of one-way streets, many of which are pedestrian-only. If you pick up a car in Rome for a more extended tour in Italy, make sure you have your route mapped out in advance — and nerves of steel.
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