What to do in Rome?
Rome, the Eternal City, blends ancient ruins, Renaissance masterpieces and the pleasures of the table. From the Colosseum to the Vatican, discover the must-do guided tours and skip-the-line tickets to explore Rome without wasting a minute.
Rome highlights
The places and experiences not to miss under any circumstances.
Colosseum
A flagship experience in Rome, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Vatican & Sistine Chapel
A flagship experience in Rome, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Trevi Fountain
A flagship experience in Rome, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Plan your visit to Rome
Our practical tips for a great stay: when to go, how to get around, where to stay.
When to visit Rome?
April–May and September–October are ideal; summer is crushing in heat and crowds. Winter, mild, lets you see the great sites almost peacefully — a well-kept secret.
Getting around Rome
The historic centre is best explored on foot (comfortable shoes are a must — the cobbles!). The metro (2 lines) helps for long distances; beware of unofficial taxis.
Where to stay in Rome
The Monti district or around the Pantheon combine charm and proximity to everything. Trastevere is lovely for its evening atmosphere, if slightly further out.
Activities & tickets to book in Rome
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Rome by theme
The places and experiences not to miss under any circumstances.
Guided tours
To grasp the soul of Rome, nothing beats a guided tour. Follow a local guide through the great monuments and hidden lanes, and discover the stories that paper guides leave out.
Book →Museums & skip-the-line tickets
Rome is packed with must-see museums and monuments. Book your skip-the-line tickets in Rome and enjoy the finest collections without losing an hour in the queue.
Book →Cruises & boat trips
Seeing Rome from the water means rediscovering it. Hop aboard a cruise or boat ride and admire the finest views of Rome on the water, by day or at sunset.
Book →Food tours & gastronomy
Food is part of the journey. Treat yourself to a food tour in Rome: local markets, regional specialties and tastings to savour Rome like a true local.
Book →Outdoors & activities
Feel like moving? Rome lends itself to bike rides, hikes and outdoor activities to explore the city and its surroundings from a different angle.
Book →Day trips
The most beautiful treasures sometimes hide at the gates of Rome. Book a day trip to discover the villages, castles and landscapes nearby.
Book →Plan Rome day by day
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