Not many people go to Vatican City as their de-facto destination. However, almost everyone I met who visited Rome, has planned to visit Vatican City. You want to see the St. Peter’s Basilica and roam around the Vatican Museums. These are absolute must do’s when you visit Rome. However, Vatican …
I love Rome, the capital of Italy so much. It might be my favorite city to visit. For my 4th visit, I allocated 11 days in Rome. But I decided to leave the city after 4 days and take a road trip in the regions of Lazio and Umbria. I …
Rome and the Vatican are tied together since Christianity started. But the influence of the Pope is not limited to just the Vatican. The Vatican owns many properties and you can visit them in Rome and surroundings. If you’re wondering where you could meet and see the Pope in Rome, …
Rome is an amazing city to experience and explore. But entrance fees quickly add up, burning a hole in your travel budget the size of the Colosseum. Luckily for you, there are plenty of things to do in Rome for free and amazing free attractions. It doesn’t matter if you’re …
When you visit Rome, you want to see and experience something of the ancient Roman times. Lucky for you, Rome is stuffed to the brim with history and ruins. But which ones should you visit and are worth your time? Which Roman ruins are more than rubble and ancient walls? …
Rome is packed with Roman history, renaissance masterpieces, and hip urban activities. But in Rome, you can even find remains of a culture, pre-dating the Romans. If you’re a history lover like me, learn more about the Etruscan civilization. I’ll introduce you to this ancient culture. And I share practical …
Harbors and ports are the lifeline of many cities around the world. This wasn’t any different in Roman times. The harbor of Ostia Antica near Rome was of essential value for the expanding city of Rome. If you’re looking to escape the crowds of Rome and you’re interested in history, …
After 4 visits to Rome, Italy, there was still one thing on my list I wanted to do in Rome: take a bike tour of the Appian Way! The Appian Way in Rome is the ancient road in the south of the city. Once the entrance road to the center …
Even after 2,000 years, there’s still ‘new’ stuff to discover in Rome, Italy. It was during my 4th visit to the capital of Italy, that I learned about the Domus Aurea, or Nero’s Golden Palace. Hidden in almost plain sight, this underground excavation is now open for visitors. If you’re …
A food tour in Rome is the perfect way to find the best places to eat in Rome. You learn about the food, you’ll taste the best that Italy and Rome have to offer and you stuff your face with the most mouthwatering treats you’ll ever find. But by joining …
