It's been centuries since this gorgeous tumble of ancient and Renaissance buildings ruled the world, but Rome still captivates in a way few cities elsewhere can. Today, we come here as much for the cacio pepe in Testaccio and to wander the lanes of Monti, as we do the Pantheon which is as impressive on your first visit as it is your 30th. Doesn't hurt, either, that the cocktail bars now give Paris's a run for their Euro.
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Rome Travel Guide
Best Places to Stay in Rome
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The Best Hotels in Rome
Whether you want Colosseum views or your own private penthouse, these are the must-stay properties in the Eternal City.
Where to Stay in Rome for Under $400 a Night
These more affordable hotels don’t skimp on comfort or style.
20 Gorgeous Airbnbs in Rome
These vacation rentals offer private balconies, Colosseum views, and historic charm.
Editor Hotel Recommendations
Experimental Roma: First In$$$ | Italy, Roma, 46 via LudovisiThe newest hotel by the Paris-born Experimental Group brings a buzzy scene and excellent cocktails to the Eternal City.Read full review
Casa J.K. Place Roma$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via dei Prefetti 22This former 18th century palazzo is an elegant oasis in the heart of Rome’s historic center.Read full review
Portrait Roma$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via Bocca di Leone, 23A petite yet elegant statement from a storied luxury maker, in the fashionable heart of RomeRead full review
First In: Hotel d'Inghilterra, Rome$$$ | Italy, Roma, Via Bocca di Leone 14A winningly intimate oasis amidst Rome's overwhelming tourist bustleRead full review
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel$$ | Italy, Rome, Piazza della Repubblica, 47A luxury retreat in the center of Rome.Read full review
Romeo Roma$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via di Ripetta, 246A bold, wildly luxurious hotel designed by Zaha Hadid that marches to the beat of its own drum and caters to the ultra affluent.Read full review
Hotel de la Ville, A Rocco Forte Hotel$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via Sistina, 69A sexy, sophisticated addition to Rome’s hotel scene, destined to become an instant classicRead full review
The Fifteen Keys Hotel$ | Italy, Rome, Via Urbana, 6A chic yet quiet retreat in the heart of the Eternal City.Read full review
The St. Regis Rome$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via Vittorio E. Orlando, 3A grand old dame reimagined with a focus on design and artRead full review.jpg)
Hassler Roma$$$ | Italy, Rome, Piazza della Trinità dei Monti, 6An old classic in a picture-perfect location at the top of the Spanish StepsRead full review.jpg)
Hotel de Russie, A Rocco Forte Hotel$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via del Babuino, 9Everything a beautiful hotel should be and filled with the most glamorous guests imaginableRead full review
Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel$$ | Italy, Rome, Via Alberto Cadlolo, 101A decadent, sun-drenched hotel hideaway with knockout views and a plethora of amenities.Read full review.JPG)
Bvlgari Hotel Roma: First In$$$ | Italy, Rome, Piazza Augusto Imperatore, 17The luxury giant lands in its hometown with a new standard for high end craftsmanship, style, and luxury.Read full review
Palazzo Montemartini$$ | Italy, Rome, Largo Giovanni MontemartiniA sleek, design-led, five-star hotel that blends old and new, right next to the Diocletian Baths.Read full review
Hotel NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento$ | Italy, Rome, Piazza dei Cinquecento, 90Once the back offices of Roma Termini Station, this five-star hotel is a great option when you need a place to stay between train travel and seeing the sights.Read full review
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The Best Things to Do in Rome
4 Best Day Trips from RomeThe Lazio and Umbria regions contain artistic and culinary treasures worthy of a day trip or long weekend.
22 Best Things to Do in RomeItaly's capital offers the full spectrum of experiences, from cultural sites to Vespa sidecar tours.
19 Best Tours in RomeThe city's best tours bring history to life and offer insider access to the local scenes.
10 Best Things to Do in Rome with KidsIt's not all espressos and aperetivo hours. Rome has plenty to do with little ones.
14 Best Places for Shopping in RomeRome has everything for everyone, which means the streets are lined with store fronts of every kind and flavor. Whether made-to-measure or easy fix, we've got you covered.
Plan Your Rome Trip
The 9 Best Places to Visit in Italy—According to You, Our Readers
The top Italian cities as voted in our 2022 Readers' Choice Awards.
What U.S. Travelers Should Know About Italy's New Airline
New York, Boston, and Miami will be among Italia Trasporto Aereo’s first long-haul destinations.
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Top 10 Hotels in Rome: Readers’ Choice Awards 2022
Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in the Eternal City.
Editor Recommendations
Archaeological Park of Ostia AnticaItaly, Rome, Viale dei Romagnoli, 717One of the most incredible—and underrated—archeological sites in ItalyRead full review
Palazzo SpadaItaly, Rome, Piazza Capo di Ferro, 13Blissfully uncrowded, and home to a rich art collection of Renaissance and Baroque mastersRead full review
Case Romane del CelioItaly, Rome, Clivo di ScauroUnderground beneath Rome's Basilica Santi Giovanni e PaoloRead full review
MAXXI RomeItaly, Rome, Via Guido Reni, 4AA contemporary art museum where the building itself, designed by Zaha Hadid, is just as much on display as the art.Read full review
Baths of CaracallaItaly, Rome, Viale delle Terme di CaracallaThe Baths of Caracalla are a massive public bathing complex turned performance space.Read full review
Urban Rafting on Rome's Tiber RiverItaly, Rome, Porta del Popolo, Piazzale FlaminioTake on the Eternal City by way of whitewater raft.Read full review
Vespa Sidecar TourItaly , Rome, Piazza della Repubblica 41The best way to see the city on your Roman holidayRead full review
Quartiere San LorenzoItaly, Rome, San LorenzoHead here for a cheap-ish night out in a gritty but very cool neighborhood.Read full review
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Featured
The Joy of Seeing Rome Anew
Sometimes the only way to see a familiar place in a new light is through the eyes of someone else—like your child.
Actor Kiki Layne on Embracing Her Inner Tourist in Rome
On a work trip to the Eternal City, Layne makes time to see Rome's famous sights.
A Look Inside the Colosseum's Long-Hidden Gladiator Tunnels
The backstage area of the Roman arena has opened to the public for the first time in history.
Cacio E Pepe Is the One Dish You Must Have in Rome, Italy
Cacio e Pepe means "cheese and pepper". The dish consists of pecorino - a hard, sheep's milk cheese - black pepper, and any of the long noodle pasta like tagliolini, bucatini, or spaghetti. You can find the specialty just about anywhere in Rome and it might even turn up in a parmesan cheese bowl.
The Best Places to Eat & Drink in Rome
42 Best Restaurants in RomeWe’ve got the lowdown on where to eat and drink in the Eternal City.
20 Best Bars in RomeYou're not just getting a drink (or two)—this is also one of the best ways to see some the Eternal City's neighborhoods.
11 Best Gelato Shops in RomeIf you didn't get a cup or cone from this list, did you even really visit Rome?
A Beginner's Guide to Italian Aperitivi Cocktails and Where to Try ThemFrom Campari in Turin to Select Aperitivo in Venice.
19 Best Spots for Aperitivo in RomeEarly evening cocktail with light pre-dinner bites? Si, grazie. From cozy wine bars to neighborhood locals, we’ve rounded up the best places in Rome for your 5pm pick-me-up.
Best Pizza in RomeFrom rectangular slices for snacking to thin-crust personal pies.
Editor Restaurant and Bar Recommendations
Ristorante Dao$$ | Italy, Rome, Via Sardegna, 19/21When you need a break from pasta and pizza, join the Romans at this sleek contemporary Chinese restaurant.
Tribuna Campitelli$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via della Tribuna di Campitelli, 18A welcome new addition to Rome’s dining scene by three young restaurateurs
Café Romano$$$ | Italy, Rome , Via Borgognona, 4MThe menu is smart, but filled with plenty of crowd-pleasers.
All’Oro$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via Giuseppe Pisanelli, 23/25Fine dining but make it playful and entertaining
Da Enzo$$ | Italy, Rome, Via dei Vascellari, 29With wine stacked along the walls and checkered tablecloths, this is the trattoria you only see in dreams—or maybe The Godfather.
Armando al Pantheon$$ | Italy, Rome, Salita dei Crescenzi, 31There are just 14 tables at this cozy little place, located near some major tourist attractions; be sure to book ahead.
Trattoria Da Danilo$$ | Italy, Rome, Via Petrarca, 13Trattoria Da Danilo is like a postcard—it's exactly what you envision a typical Roman trattoria would look like.
Pizzarium$ | Italy, Rome, Via della Meloria, 43Vying for room in a tiny bakery isn't very relaxing, but the pizza here more than makes up for it.__2018_MAU32999.jpg)
Roscioli$$$ | Italy, Rome, Via dei Giubbonari, 21Located beside Campo dei Fiori, this place feels more like a deli with tables than a restaurant—and that's the charm.
Trecca - Roma$$ | Italy, Rome, Via Alessandro Severo, 220This isn't where you go to play it safe—they do off-cuts far too well.
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12 Best Beaches in Rome to Do as the Romans Do
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