WHERE IS THE COLOSSEUM? The first sight one wants to see when arriving in Rome is, of course, the Colosseum. Built around 80 AD, it was a real architectural achievement for its time. Visitors in Rome can easily reach it as the blue line of Metro B has a stop right outside, and yes, the … Read more
FIUMICINO AIRPORT Officially named Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO), Fiumicino is the largest airport in Rome for international and domestic flights. DISTANCE FROM FIUMICINO AIRPORT TO ROME The distance from Fiumicino Airport to the historic center of Rome is 35 km. MAP OF FIUMICINO AIRPORT IN ROME You can view an interactive map of … Read more
CIAMPINO AIRPORT Moments ago, you booked tickets with Ryanair to Rome, congratulations! The next steps will naturally be to find accommodation, visit the best sights, and enjoy the world of Rome. Just overcome the first obstacle: Ciampino Airport. The Ciampino Airport is located in the southeast of Rome and is the second airport in Rome … Read more
If you ask how many hills Rome has, you’ll be told 7. Well, it’s time to find out there’s one more hill that offers one of the best views of the city! I’m talking about Belvedere del Gianicolo, also known as Gianicolo in Italian, which is located on the other side of the Tiber River. … Read more
One of my favorite squares in Rome is the unique Campo Dei Fiori. During the day, the square becomes an “open market,” and in the evening, it turns into a meeting point for food and drinks. I would say that for us Greeks, open markets are not something unique, especially the local ones are part … Read more
10 Amazing Things About the Colosseum For the Colosseum, there is an abundance of information and historical details. With a quick internet search or by opening a travel guide, you can find hundreds of references to the Colosseum in Rome, the Arena of Death. However, that’s not the goal of this article! I’ve searched and … Read more
Who hasn’t heard of Italy’s most famous fountain and the iconic symbol of Rome, Fontana di Trevi? Nestled in the heart of Rome, this iconic fountain has captivated the imagination of visitors for centuries. Its inspired architecture and the mythical charm of the Trevi Fountain attract over 10 million visitors every year! It is considered, … Read more
Rome has 3 metro lines: Line A, also known as “Linea A” (orange line). Line B, also known as “Linea B” (blue line). Line C, also known as “Linea C” (green line). Lines A and B intersect at Termini, the central station of the city, while the new Line C connects to San Giovanni station. … Read more
Day trips from Rome: why not? Why You Might Want to Rethink Taking Day Trips from Rome? If you’re considering day trips from Rome, there are some crucial questions you need to ask yourself first: Is it your first time coming to the Eternal City? Will you be staying for only 3 or 4 days? … Read more
One of the things I admire about this city is its museums. There are so many of them, each unique in its own way, making it nearly impossible to say, “I’ve seen them all.” Recently, I visited a special museum, a hidden gem, the Centrale Montemartini. hat makes this museum so special? Well, it beautifully … Read more
