Rome is Italy’s capital city. It is the former capital of the Roman Empire, and also home to the Vatican, a separate city-state governed by the Catholic Church. It is not an understatement to say that Rome has shaped and made the world the way that it is today, or at least helped in doing so.
In addition to being one of the most historically intriguing cities in the world, Rome also has a lively nightlife, fantastic restaurants, and beautiful architecture.
This post will tell you why you should add Rome to your bucket list of places to go:
Historical Sites
One of the main reasons that people visit Rome is to see the city’s ancient historical monuments, like the colosseum. You might be surprised to learn that tickets to Rome’s colosseum can be purchased for a very affordable price, as long as you do so in advance of your visit. Other historical sites include Constantine’s Arch, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, the Roman Forum, and the Spanish Steps. If you intend on visiting any of these sites, then it is a very good idea to hire a professional tour guide to take you there. A tour guide will be able to tell you about each place’s history, in addition to telling you about the local area and being able to direct you toward the best local restaurants, hotels, and bars.
Lively Nightlife
Another reason that people travel to Rome is to experience the city’s nightlife. Rome has some of Italy’s best bars and nightclubs. If you enjoy partying, then Rome is a fantastic city to go to. If you want to go purely to party, then you may want to consider signing up for a ‘party tour.’ A party tour is essentially just a package holiday, where you pay a fixed amount, and then have your accommodation arranged for you. You will be staying with other people, and during the daytime will all go out together on a bus, explore, party, and have fun.
Beautiful Architecture
Rome’s architecture is incredible. If you have ever been, then you will know this all too well. The best thing about Rome’s architecture is that it is so mismatched. Large portions of the city are in the style of the Renaissance, while others are ancient, and some are more modern. If you enjoy drawing or photographing old buildings, then Rome’s the place for you. You should bear in mind that many of the especially ancient areas require you to pay to be able to get in. The amount that you need to pay is usually very little, however.
Religious Sites
Rome is the capital of the Roman Catholic Church (or rather the Vatican City, which is located inside Rome’s city limits). The Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica are located inside the Vatican City. There are also myriad other churches dotted around the city, some grand, and others more humble. It’s a very good idea to research churches if you intend on going on a sightseeing tour of them because there are so many to see. It’s a good idea to research beforehand so that you can see as many of them as possible. Without planning there’s no way you will be able to see everything during your trip to Rome.
Delicious Food
Italian food is famous all around the world because it’s absolutely delicious. If you have never been to Rome before then you will love the food. In addition to there being fantastic food for sale in restaurants and cafés, there is also delicious food sold by street vendors. If you love street food, then Rome is the place to go. You should bear in mind that street vendors can charge very high prices to tourists, so don’t just pick random vendors to eat from. You can find a list of approved and high-quality street food vendors online.
Local Wildlife
Lastly, outside of Rome, there are beautiful foothills, fields, and forests to explore. Many people only go to Rome to experience the city, but the rural areas surrounding it are equally as beautiful, and also abound with historical sites. If you are interested in seeing a part of Rome that’s seldom seen by tourists, then leave the immediate city centre and head into the city’s outskirts. There are also some very cool catacombs located in and around Rome, which you may also want to visit if you are a history buff.
No matter how many times you go to Rome, you will never see it all. The city is incredible. If you are looking for places to visit this year, then Rome should be at the top of your list. COVID restrictions have all but ended in Italy, so there’s never been a better time to visit.
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