Italy
Rome
Our notebook to help you plan your trip to Rome: the right season, where to stay and our ideas to make the most of it.
A museum city where you do everything on foot. Every street leads to a square, a fountain or a monument: your stay starts the moment you step out of the hotel.
Best weatherIn spring and early autumn: soft light and pleasant temperatures.
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Wéa answers about this destination: neighbourhoods, seasons, ideas.
When to go
Every season has its charm. Here's how to choose yours, depending on what you want to experience.
Roman spring
Easter at the Vatican, Rome's birthday on 21 April, and azaleas on the Spanish Steps.
Summer evenings
You sightsee in the morning, dine late on a terrace in Trastevere, and Estate Romana brings open-air concerts and cinema.
Golden light
It's lovely weather, and grape harvest time in the Castelli Romani.
Rome in peace
Around 13 °C, few people at the Colosseum and the Vatican, the Christmas market on Piazza Navona and more affordable hotels.
Where to stay
The right neighbourhood depends on what you're after. Here are our favourite places to stay.
Centro Storico
The Pantheon, Piazza Navona, lanes: everything is walkable. Lively in the evening.
Trastevere
A lively area, full of restaurants and terraces. Perfect for dining outdoors.
Monti
A trendy little village near the Colosseum, with shops and bars. The right balance between charm and neighbourhood life.
Prati
Elegant and residential, near the Vatican. Well served by the metro.
Termini
Around the station: super handy for transport and day trips.
Our favourites
What we love there: its history, its landscapes, its flavours and its festivals. Take your time, it's all there to enjoy.
The Colosseum and the Forum
At the heart of the historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the amphitheatre and the ruins of the Forum tell the story of life in ancient Rome. Book a combined ticket online.
Ideal for history lovers
The Vatican
The Vatican Museums lead all the way to the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo's frescoes. Then St Peter's Basilica impresses with its sheer size. Remember to cover shoulders and knees.
Ideal for art lovers
The Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon
Tradition says you throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain to be sure you'll return to Rome. A few minutes away, the Pantheon and its dome open to the sky are breathtaking.
Ideal for strolling
Roman food
Carbonara, cacio e pepe, supplì and pizza al taglio: Rome is also for tasting. And an artisan gelato at the end of the day is tradition.
Ideal for food lovers