Lovely apartment in Balduina neighbourhood, near Vatican City

Getting around Rome is very affordable if you use public transport. The system includes three metro lines, buses, trams and urban railway (Ferrovie Urbane).The Termini station is the hub for Rome’s transportation network. The underground runs until midnight. Night buses stop at stations marked ”N”.There are also different choices of travel passes for 1, 3 or 7 days that are valid on all public transportation.

the central area is called Campo Marzio is where many of the famous sights are located. Other well-known areas are Trastevere, on the other side of the Tiber river, and Monti. Little Pigneto is considered to be the most typically Roman neighbourhood. Download our free, in-depth pdf guide for up-to-date tourist and general information on Rome, including the best places to stay, where to eat, drink, and party, as well as main attractions and must-have experiences in the Eternal City.

Italy can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.

From posh to hipster, Rome offers a wide variety of neighbourhoods. The neighborhoods that are located at the central part of Rome are the Campus Martius, Sant'Angelo, Ripa, San Saba, Monti, Trevi, Parione, Regola, Celio , Ludovisi, Colonna, Trastevere, Sant'Eustachio, Pigna, Borgo, Castro Pretorio (partially), Campitelli, Sallustiano, Ponte, Testaccio and Esquilino

In Rome there are some delicacies you simply must try. Cacio e pepe, carbonara, and amatriciana are three well-known pasta dishes from Rome with centuries-old recipes. I suggest trying "carciofi alla giudia" as an appetizer.

If you're looking for a place where you can concentrate on anything for the whole of an afternoon. There are many cafes in the city that offer a calm and comfortable setting for working or studying. Some even offer complimentary Wi-Fi or designated study areas.

The cost of living in Rome can vary depending on factors such as your lifestyle and location within the city. Overall, it is considered to be relatively expensive. Given its ancient history long more than two and a half thousand years, art, architecture and culture it is worth it.