Rome is one of the most-visited cities in the world. 4.2 million people come every year—4 million of them just to the Colosseum! During the summer, the wait to get inside the most popular sites can last hours. Oh, and don’t forget—there’s no shade. But don’t stress. We’ve got this. Follow our advice with these […]
Author: Gillian McGuire
5 Best Places for Aperitivo in Rome (And How to Enjoy It like a Roman!)
Have your next cocktail hour with an Italian flair. Like so many things in Rome, happy hour is a bit slower (and a touch more stylish) than what you might expect in other countries. Another important distinction is it’s all about the food—but not in the way you might think! The word aperitivo itself comes […]
Rome Market Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Rome’s food markets are more than just a great photo-op. You now can weave yourself into this essential part of daily life with our Rome market survival guide. Supermarkets are easy to find in Rome now, but as recently as 10 years ago that was not the case. People did their shopping at local neighborhood […]
We’ve Got Your Mornings Covered with the 6 Best Breakfasts in Rome
We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Honestly, when you’re in Italy, every meal is pretty important. But to make sure your day gets off to the right start, we’re happy to share our picks for the best breakfast in Rome. Breakfast in Rome is a little different than […]
10 Ways to Know You’re Completely Obsessed with Rome
Roma. Caput Mundi. Romanitas. Modern day Romanitas requires and reflects the same kind of virtues that Romans valued a few thousand years ago, and we’re guessing you’ve made them a part of your life, too. You probably find yourself having to explain to your less Rome-obsessed pals what it means to be Roman. Things like […]
The 5 Best Cheap Eats in Rome That All Budgets Should Try
Rome is a city full of high quality food bargains. A scoop of gelato is rarely more than €2.50, and an espresso costs about a euro. Street food and pizza are great options to save your food euros, but you’re probably craving a plate of pasta amatriciana and a glass of wine, too. Rome is […]
The Complete Guide to Craft Beer in Rome
The last ten years has seen a boom in the production and popularity of craft beer in Rome. A cold draft beer might not be the first thing you thing of when in Rome given that one thing Italy is world famous for is wine. Whether you are in search of a strong and hoppy […]
The 7 Essential Things to Do in Rome (and 3 NOT to Do!)
Rome has over 900 hundred churches, fifty monumental fountains, seven famous hills, and countless works of art. We haven’t even gotten to all the different kinds of pasta and wine and pizza and gelato to try yet. There is a famous saying about Rome that goes Rome, one lifetime is not enough (Roma, non basta […]
The 6 Best Bars in Rome for Any Night of the Week
First things first: the word bar means something slightly different in Italy. You are going to see signs all over town that say Bar. You absolutely can get a glass of wine or a spritz in a bar, but they serve a slightly different function. The Italian bar is more cafe than tavern and they […]
You Heard Right—Rome Does Brunch and These Are the 6 Best Spots for It
A lot of restaurants in Rome use the word brunch. It doesn’t always mean what you think it means. Instead of eggs Benedict and pancakes, you might find buffet tables filled with pasta salads and trays of cheeses and cured meats. To make sure things don’t get lost in translation we have found the best […]