Rome is a vibrant city with reminders of its past in every corner. From ancient Roman sites, great museums, medieval buildings, and beautiful squares to Renaissance foundations and buildings, there are plenty of things to see and do when you visit Rome. You can also fly to Rome to enjoy its many fine restaurants, cafes, and breathtaking nightlife.

Travel Encounters Blog’s Recommended Spots to Visit

• Roman Forum: This huge complex of ruined basilicas, temples, and arches was the ancient Rome’s social, legal, ceremonial, and business center.

• Colosseum: This was ancient Rome’s biggest amphitheater. Built between 70 and 82 AD, it served as the main venue for wild animals and gladiatorial fights.

• Vatican Museums: The museums are part of the Vatican palaces, where renowned popes have lived since 1200s. You’ll find some of the world’s greatest art collections here. So, if you are arts aficionado, the museums shouldn’t miss in your list of what to see in Rome.

• Campo de’ Fiori open air market: For a quick glimpse of Italian culture, consider taking a stroll through this market. Vendors literally turn the art of selling tomato, cheese, fruits, and fish into an off-Broadway performance.

• Trevi Fountain: Built in the early 18th century, this is the world’s biggest Baroque fountain. Throwing a coin into the fountain should be a priority in your bucket list of what to do in Rome, especially if you’d love to return to the ‘eternal city’ in future.

Airports in the City

There are two airports you can use to get to the city: Fiumicino, the main airport in Rome, and Ciampino, which is the closest airport to the city center and mostly used by budget airlines.

• Transport from the airport to the city center: Getting a train to Roma Termini Station is the best way to get to the city cheaply and fast (40 minutes). One-way ticket will cost you €14.00 euros.Transport to Fiumicino airport is also possible via shuttles or busess.

• Transport from the city center to the airport: Besides trains and shuttles, you can use taxi cabs and private cars to get to the airports. Private cars or taxis will cost you between €48 and €70, and will take about 40 minutes to reach the airport.

Final Thoughts

Rome is a city that you should visit, at least once in a lifetime—and more than that if possible! For more tips on places to see and what to do in Rome, and other famous travel destinations globally, feel free to subscribe to Travel Encounters blog.