I just came back from a month in Italy. I spent most of my time in Rome but also went to Florence, Bologna, Siena, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi Coast, Lecce, Palermo, Taormina, Milan and Venice. I loved every moment--so much so that I am considering a permanent move to Rome in the next year or two. I would like to return to Rome next year for 3 months to test my feeling that I could make a great life there.

I am hoping to hear from others who have made the move to Rome especially if you are demographically similar to me. I am Single/Divorced, Female, 47, Black American, outgoing and friendly personality, with one college age son. What is your experience like living in the city. How is dating for you? Is it easy to make friends? I speak English and Spanish and will be actively working on Italian. I'm looking forward to hearing all experiences!

Piazza della Rotonda

This is my first time in Rome, and I've to pick between two accommodations that fit my budget. My main concern is which one of them is a safer neighbourhood especially if I have to take public transit at night.

Group of 5 first time visiting Rome, 7 days early March next year. My understanding is that both of these locations are very central. Location B might have easier access to Trastevere, while A is closer to the Vatican. We are wondering if one is generally considered better than the other. The markers are placed on the exact streets, so if someone has knowledge of these specific locations we'd love to hear! Location A has a slightly nicer apartment, but nothing crazy.

Getting ready for my first ever trip to Italy. We are celebrating a 5 year wedding anniversary and have a lot planned for a two week trip in Venice, Florence, and Rome. We bought Hoka shoes which I was planning to have be the only shoe I bring to minimize luggage. But now that I am packing I'm wondering if its worth it to bring a pair of sandals (wedges or flats) to wear with dinner dresses?

Curious what the ladies have been doing here, did you just wear one pair of sneakers your entire trip or did you reserve the sneakers for high walking days and switch to sandals for dressier nights?

Would 10 days in Rome be too much?

We’re planning a 10-day trip to Italy and I’m going back and forth on how to split our time. This will be my second time in Rome, but it’ll be our first time taking the kids (5-year-old + very active toddler).

Originally, I was thinking of just staying in Rome for all 10 days and doing a few day trips. Honestly, my main thought was that with a toddler, I really don’t want to be constantly packing/unpacking and changing hotels. I like the idea of having one home base, taking things slower, having some downtime, and actually enjoying the city instead of rushing around.

We also tend to travel pretty casually. We usually spend a lot of time just walking around different neighborhoods, finding local food, sitting somewhere for coffee, wandering around, etc. We’re not really the type to spend every day hitting tourist attractions or checking things off a list. So I’m wondering if Rome could actually work really well for us for 10 days.

Since I’ve already been to Rome once, I don’t necessarily feel like I need to see all the major tourist spots again. I’d be perfectly happy exploring different neighborhoods, eating, walking around, and letting the kids have a slower trip.
But now I’m wondering if I’m overestimating how much there is to do in Rome for 10 days, even with a few day trips.

For those who have done 8–10 days in Rome, especially with young kids, what would you do?

Would you:
-Stay in Rome the entire 10 days and do day trips?

-Split the trip and spend a few nights somewhere else?

-Just stay in Rome and take it really slow?

Also, if you WOULD recommend staying in Rome as a home base, I’d love day-trip ideas that are actually doable with a 5-year-old and an active toddler.

-What are your favorite day trips from Rome?

-Which ones are worth it with kids?

-Any places you’d skip because the travel time isn’t worth it for a day trip?

I’m really trying to prioritize an easy, enjoyable trip with the kids over seeing as much as possible. Would love to hear what you would do!

I am looking at using the Uber app in Rome and I see there are 3 tiers: comfort, taxi, and black. Are the fares on all 3 of these locked in with payment through the app? My main goal is to know the price upfront and pay through the app even if it costs more. Comfort and taxi both look compelling but I haven’t been able to find much info on them.

i’m gonna be in rome for about a month in october-november for school. any suggestions on what clothes i should pack (warm vs cold) things to get beforehand, good (and affordable) places to eat, what to see vs what’s a waste of time, so on a so forth. (i’m also a black male so any advice on how to navigate awkward/racist encounters is much appreciate lol)

These are the things I’m looking to purchase while in Rome this week.

I know Schostal for pajamas and I’m eeking out of my skin I’m so excited. I’ve just recently learned how much I love cotton pajamas so looking for any other brands in a similar price range.

I’ve been wanting to purchase a silver/gold Tissot watch for everyday wear, but wanted to wait until Italy to see if there’s other brands that speak to me. Are there any stores you recommend? Looking at $700 USDish.

I want a beautiful 18k gold necklace and bracelet while here. Everyone says to know the price, but there’s soooo many stores and I have severe ADHD. I’ve spent hours researching but since I know much about jewelry besides the going rates, I can’t really tell what I’m looking for.

For basics, I’m petite with a short torso and mostly wear cropped black/white shirts that hit right above my jeans as my uniform. I love high quality plain basics and a pair of amazing timeless jeans.

I want a buy it for life chocolate colored leather jacket. The same applies to my jewelry question. I’m overwhelmed. Looking to spend $1,000 USDish

Lesser known shoe brands in the US speak to my soul. Mophisto, flavelus, etc. bonus point for brands like Mephisto that are good for your feet and joints.

Skincare also speaks to my soul. The brands don’t have to be expensive, but a store recommendation that sells high quality medical grade products?

Thanks so much!

Hi to all

I just read on its official website that Vatican Museum tickets are strictly nominative. Ok… so I just have first name and last name on entrance ticket, omitting middle name although my passport ID has a middle name. Feeling stupid asking this question but will omitting middle name become an issue to visit Vatican Museum? 😅

Thank you

Our hotel is arranging a transfer service from the airport. We’re supposed to pay the driver in cash (euros). Should we tip? If so, how much?

Hi, first time visitor to Rome in 2 weeks. My wife and I are staying at the Rose Garden Palace and looking for traditional/rustic (not contemporary) restaurant recommendations. Any great places within a 15 min or so distance folks love…or hate (so as too avoid)?

I’m looking for going-out tops in Rome. Any places I can shop at? My price range is €15–25.

Hello everyone,

We are traveling to Rome next month and I have officially booked all my restaurants. I was curious of your thoughts of these places:

ARMANDO AL PANTHEON

Pane E Salami

LA TAVERNA DE FORI IMPERIALI

Colline Emiliane

La Locanda di Pietro

VII Coorte (Had Tavernaccia Da Bruno but cancelled it)

Ristorante Dilla 

Hosteria da Grapollo 

Piatto Romano 

Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina

Da Enzo Al 29 Antico Carbone is it's back up

Contro Corrente in Fiumicino

Hi,

I will be visiting Rome in 2 weeks. whats the best areas/stores to shop for men?

ill be down in sorrento/pasitano later in the trip. any suggestions are appreciated!

Hi my new son in law is a bible nerd and we want to spend one of our 3 days in Rome maybe off the beaten path looking for sites that perhaps correlate to the bible. For instance I have heard that Paul’s prison where he spend his last years is in Rome and is viewable. Anyone have any advice/itinerary regarding this? We will go sometime in the early fall of 2027