Embark on a Roman odyssey with My Pretty Travels as we journey through the timeless city of Rome. From the ancient ruins of the Colosseum to the enchanting allure of the Vatican, each article captures the essence of this historical marvel. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Roman culture, savoring pasta in cozy trattorias or tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain for luck. Join me in exploring the captivating streets and monuments that narrate Rome’s centuries-old story.
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
One of the most impressive buildings in Rome that always remains imprinted in the memory of tourists is Castel Sant’Angelo, which is mistakenly called “Castle of the Angels“, the correct translation is “Castle of the Holy Angel”. The number of visitors has increased dramatically since the monument was used in the movie Angels and Demons. … Read more
I recently received an email from a girl who thanked me very much for the blog, telling me that it helped her a lot but she would like to know – of course – where to go shopping in Rome. Rome is one of the top European shopping destinations, there are endless shops, and the … Read more
WHERE IS THE VATICAN? The Vatican is located in Rome. Yes, it’s not another city far away from Rome—the Vatican is just a few meters away from the other sights of Rome and can be reached with the metro. Although it is an independent state—the smallest in the world, in fact—no one will ask you … Read more
The Pantheon is one of the most beautiful and charming tourist attractions in Rome. It is a 2000-year-old temple dedicated to all the gods: it is so well-preserved that it is still considered to be one of the most important architectural buildings in the Western world. The Pantheon Rome, History It was originally built during … Read more
One of my goals for 2018 was to make more one day trips from Rome. Even though the best places around Rome can only be seen by car, there are quite a few destinations that can be reached by train. Anzio in Italy is one of them! I had a beautiful day trip to Anzio from … Read more
Not everybody will be happy with a visit to Porta Portese. If it’s your first time in Rome, you will probably visit the famous Colosseum, the Vatican, and Fontana di Trevi. You probably will not be interested in visiting a flea market, and I totally get it. I believe though that this open market is … Read more
