Going to Rome next month and I’ve watched countless videos on tips and tricks for getting around Rome. This has been the most informational and helpful. Thank you so much.
I'm currently on my last night of being in rome (60hrs) and I was so poorly prepared I only saw the collosseum. I never even thought to look up any guides or tips. I just showed up 😅 Man there's sooooo much to see and I barely saw 1%
What a great video! I lived in Rome 30 years ago and am going back for the first time since then in 2024. Of course things have changed a lot since then. Your advice is excellent!
Thanks for the kind words & I am glad you liked the video. Some things have changed over the past 30 years in Rome but so much has stayed the same. Enjoy your trip!
Thank you for the tips I am planning a trip to Rome Florence and Venice in September and appreciated the info on the metro payments and high speed rail
Actually, St Peter's Basilica opens at 7am and the Vatican Museums open at 8am. The Basilica is free and you enter from the side closest to St Peter's Square. The museums have a totally different entrance and it's not from St Peter's Square
Great advice for the Vatican. I went in February and went to the museums in the morning and then went to visit the Basiilica straight after. Line was ridiculous. Came back the next morning and got there at 7.30am and was in line for about 10-15 minutes. Early bird gets the worm.
Thanks so much for these great new ‘24 tips. I’m all set for using Rome /Naples transportation now & downloaded the free now app. Saving money & time..
I am glad it was helpful, just remember to be on time to the train!! Here is a link to a new video I just made that I think you may find helpful.ruclips.net/video/CUQ4erd_A9Y/видео.htmlsi=4ygdVjvkc1v9XP8X
Lots of great information and advice in this video! I've been watching videos for months in preparation for my trip to Rome and this was the first time I've seen anyone mention Tap & Go. Thank you! 🙂
Thank you for these tips 🤩I’m finding Rome to be overwhelming; nevertheless I want to travel Italy to experience it. My Mom , Uncle and Grandfather (1st marriage) were all born in Corropoli and moved to Canada in the ‘50’s. Unfortunately all three were loss when I was young so never had the chance to ask them about Italy 🇮🇹. Their family name was : Varze ; if anyone from Italy has this last name, please let me know. My mom named me ‘Bari Marcus Anthony’. This being said I most likely will travel Italy to see Rome, Pompeii, Venice and Como without the aid of my relatives in Italy, simply cuz I can’t find them. As a greenhorn tourist to Italy I pretty much need all the advice I can get coming from Canada, including the best connecting flights, hotels and places to eat . Cheers ! Chef Bari
Rome is a bit chaotic but awesome at the same time. My recommendation is just do it. For first time in Rome try staying in the Monti area where there is easy access to the subway and many things to see within walking distance. If you do not stay in Monti just try to stay in city center/ historical area. May I also recommend you visit Florence. It is a small city and easy to get around and it is also stunningly beautiful. I personally did not care for Pomeii it was ruin overload for me but most people really enjoy it. I would rather visit Sorrento and Naples that are nearby. Have a great trip. I hope you find your relatives!
I love your videos!! Thank you for your valuable tips & wonderful advice - they're certainly ones I will be using next time I travel to "heaven" (Italy!). Yourself and your wife are so kind - and very down to earth. Very much appreciated. I look forward to seeing more of your tips in future. 🤩🤩
I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. Comments like yours motivates me to make more videos. Glad you liked the video. Each video I am trying to make a little better!
Thank you!! Lots of useful tips in comparison to other videos. Love the Tap and Go tip and opting for a taxi once arriving at Rome. Will be there in 3 weeks!
Just discovered your channel and am about to head to Europe (including Rome) in a few days with my partner. Great and realistic advice, some good information to take with me!
Tip 4 is wonderful! I hope you will do a full-length video on budget food in Rome, and show us all of your favorite places and dishes/items! And, because our family is vegan, we would love any similar options that offer vegan! For example, we would love to try a sandwich like offered at All'Antico Vinaio, but I don't believe they have vegan options! :(
Great idea! I will do that. I know Vinaio has at least 1 vegan option and a few vegetarian options. My favorite sandwitch in Rome is actually the Forno in Campo De' Fiori. Priced half as much as Vinaio and in my opinion are better. I know they have vegan options there.
Some people just want to see the Saint peters and don’t have to pay. It’s still better to get there early as the crowds are much smaller and you can actually enjoy the place much better. If you wanna go on top of the dome, you still have to get there you can’t pre-pay your tickets for that And the dome opens at 8 AM. Saint peters now opens at 7 AM.
I’m currently in Rome and we were scammed by a taxi. We had no idea about the app, we stood in the Taxi pickup area. We gave the driver a 50 Euro and he hid it and pulled out 5 Euro and said that is what we gave him. They need to do something about these scoundrels!
Sorry to hear that really sucks. There is always somebody out there trying to take advantage. Yeah I would recommend using the app next time you get a taxi because on the app it tells you the amount that’s anticipated for the ride and you can also pay through the app. If you don’t pay through the app I pay with credit card to the taxi. Also, whenever you get in a taxi, make sure they turn the meter on just so they can’t make up a price when they get there. The meter should be in display that you can watch the fee increase as you progress on your trip. Remember if you use a taxi late at night, on Sundays and holidays there is a few dollar surcharge in addition to their normal rates, but that’s included on the meter. The pick up fee is just greater during those times.
@@RozierRoma Thanks for the explanation. We enjoyed our 3 day stay in Rome, now we are in Florence!! We met a few families who took advantage of the Costco Travel discount prices. It was a steal 😉
When paying cash for anything anywhere in the world, I always say out loud how much I am handing over in bills and lay out the bills clearly, like "here's 2 twenties, a 10, and 4 ones. That's 54, right?" I also expect some sort of acknowledgement on the part of the receiver. It's not foolproof but it makes them aware that I am paying attention. 😊
Thanks for the info - especially the lack of a line in the early hours at St. Peter’s! But if the police stop you and ask for your passport and you don’t have it, you’re going to be in deep doo-doo.
@@RozierRoma I’ve heard countless accounts that say otherwise. It is the law to carry it with you, as your passport is your official ID in a foreign country.
Do as you feel best. I have never carried mine and most people I know do not carry but you can if you want. I was in Italy during Covid and during that period my passport was needed at times on Trains. There may be a certain law in the books but is it enforced? No.
@rozierroama I really love your videos, very informative and right on time ! Yes..I see. I visited last year first week in May. I have noticed such a price increase in air and hotel! . I am reserving the excursions now. Wow!
Yeah, I get those rooms booked right away the closer you get to May the higher the prices go. As high as the prices seem right now, they can go quite a bit higher as the date approaches.
Metro is so cheap in Rome! I had a trip to Norway and was very surprised by how expensive public transit was. However, it was lovely trams, trains, and buses! Cheers from Kindle in Canada
Agreed public transportation is very inexpensive in Rome and even the trains throughout Italy are very cheep, only high speed rail can get a bit pricey. Are you a Trudeau fan? We do not hear too many good things about him?? Sorry if I am getting political. I was just curious. I have only been to Canada once and I liked it!
@@RozierRoma Hi, yes I am a Trudeau fan! I liked his late father and I like Justin as well. However, I am on the West Coast of Canada and we are not as political as Central or Eastern Canada. We are chill on Vancouver Island.
@@RozierRoma yes I do if I may! For the colosseum visit - is it worth paying extra extra to tour inside. We are a group of 4 and would like to spend no more than 2 hours at the colosseum. I am not exactly sure what these deals on the traveling websites offer from one to another without feeling like it may not be needed. Any advice or thoughts on this please? Thanks so much!
You can buy tickets online only and the ticket includes the Roman Forum. As far as a tour, I have never taken one for the colosseum. I used an audio tour on my phone with an app that worked well but I have forgotten the name of it. I am sure you can find one with a little searching .There is an app called "get your guide" that you can read reviews and purchase tours but most are kinda costly. Use of app seems best option to me and costs far less if not free. best of luck
You can use the same credit card as long as it is on separate devices so you can have the same card on 2 different smartphones or one could be on phone and the other use actual card. It just needs to track each person individually. If you were to scan the same card or devise twice it would only charge once until it has been 100 minutes
Thanks so much this is so helpful- I will be in Rome in 2 weeks. I am catching the Terravision bus from airport to Roma termini then walk to hotel - hopefully this will be ok
There is also a direct train from the airport called the Leonardo Express. It runs about aver 20 minutes and costs 14 euros. It is a direct train straight to Termini.Takes 30 to 40 minutes. Bus can be good but depends on traffic. Have a fun trip.
@@RozierRomasome random ideas-explore the used markets like Mercato Usato Roma Garbatella; explore the shops along Via Frattina, my favorite street; sample the food at the 4 main restaurants at Piazza Navona which as a tip is the only place to get an early dinner; show all the best aerial viewpoints starting with St. Peters-love your videos
I just watched my first video on your channel and subscribed right away, tey are great, thanks for making them. I am going for two weeks I'm October,, flying into Rome and leaving from Venice. I am in the process of booking accomodations for my wife and I and am wondering if you have recommendations in that regard. Thanks!
Don't wait too much longer to get your place secured. Check out the video.ruclips.net/video/qVhgZI7TFQo/видео.htmlsi=raePYqOlKzONY1dV For other options I would recommend looking on airbnb in the Campo de fiori/largo Agentina/Navona area. Get one with at least 50 reviews and 4.7 or higher if available. good luck.
Appreciate so much information☀️ do you feel it’s OK use a 16 oz stainless steel water bottle into the Vatican, Colosseum or other museums, including the churches and Basilica? I was thinking of getting that instead of using plastic bottles to refill. Regarding pickpockets, is it common that someone’s crossover bag have the string cut and removed? I’m being advised not to take a purse, but I feel it would be safe. I have already been to Spain two years ago, watched my surroundings and had no issues. thank you!
First question I think stainless water bottle would be great, water fill ups everywhere. Secpond question very unlikely to have straps cut or removed. Press on!
This did happen to me recently and I was also curious how they would verify. I told them I used Tap & Go and they just asked to see the app or credit card I used and they were able to verify in just a few seconds that it was used to purchase Tap & Go. Works great!
Your videos are highly informative. My wife and I will be visiting in May 2024. Question: Years ago, we used Eurail to explore some countries. Do they still have those information kiosks marked with "I' at major train stations where you can make pensione and hotel reservations. Our aim is not to prebook accommodations so we can have a much more flexible itinerary. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated. We will be travelling from USA/Nevada.
Great tips, not sure how to avoid the metro though (with all your bags) if you are using train and rail between major cities/towns and might not be able to book a high speed train for every destination? Also which app were you using for the High Speed Rail?
If you arrive to Rome by train you can gran a taxi at Termini station for about 15 euros to most hotels. I use Italo app for high speed train. From Rome most major cities are connected by high speed rail. If you have the time regular speed trains are much cheaper. All other trains I use Trenitalia app
Just arrived Germany from romefrom9 days Easter holiday. Been pickpocket despite been careful throughout the trip and jumped up on crowded bus 64 for 3 stations stop to termini on raining day, within 5mins, wallet gone. Very sure pickpockets still in same bus with me when discovered wallet gone.
Wow ! I stumbled upon your channel. Thank you so much; really informative but tell me if an inspector on the metro wants you to evidence a ticket but you paid with your credit card then how do you prove you paid? Thanks again pal.
The Vatican is a sovereign city-state that includes St. Peter's Basilica In the video I should be clearer and mentioned St Peters Basilica. Long lines for both!
Not sure the exact reason, but from time to time it does shut down. One time shut down for us when we were out by the Vatican and we had to walk everywhere because once the metro shut down, it’s hard to get a taxi.
Thanks for the very practical tips! I’ve watched over a dozen videos for my upcoming trip and yours has been the most informative! I did have a couple questions: 1) Tap and Go will obviously means you avoid fines at any stage since you’re always validated, but do you need to tap out on the bus? 2) I had to buy a new ticket (earlier train) via the Trenitalia app from Cinque Terre to Rome, is there a ticket resale platform as I can’t get a refund?
Answer to first question you only need to tap when getting on but. Also there are a few metro stations where you will need to tap to get out, Also good to know the Tap & Go machines are located on front of bus so best to enter at front. Train tickets that are not assigned seats need to be validated. If you are on a non high speed train your purchased ticket can be used for other times just validate before getting on departure. If you purchased high speed train tickets you may be able to get a partial refund just depending on the type of ticket you purchased.
This is a great video! Thank you. Also, if you get to the Vatican at 8 am, where do you buy your ticket? Do you need to purchase beforehand? Thank you again!
Just a heads up, the Vatican now opens up at 7 AM. The tickets are not needed to enter Saint peters basilica. It is free. If you go to the museum, you can purchase tickets and the museum opens up at 8 AM, but I would get in line by 7:30 AM. As long as you get there before 8 AM.
Appreciate this comprehensive yet simple video! We are going to Rome in 4 weeks and it’s not possible to buy a ticket to the vatican anymore. Of course on some ripoff sites you can buy them but not from the official site. Do you thin kwe can get in at 8am buying a ticket right there?
To go to the Vatican Basilica it is free and it opens at 7 AM. If you get there before eight, you should not have too long of a line to stand in. If you want to go to the museum, it opens at 8 AM.. I was just getting there closer to seven or 7:30 AM at the latest to get in line for tickets. The earlier the better. The line putting the museum starts forming early. Hope you had a great trip.
Le statue più ammirate da Goethe, Winkelman, Lessing, Stendhal e dai turisti del Grand Tour, in gran parte , sono esposte nel Museo Nazionale Romano nella sede di Palazzo Altemps. Questo museo è immenso: ha quattro sedi: Palazzo Massimo (vicino alla stazione Termini),Palazzo Altemps (vicino a Piazza Navona),le Terme di Diocleziano (vicino alla stazione Termini) e Cripta Balbi. Ecco un piccolissimo elenco di opere di eccezionale importanza: Il Galata suicida insieme alla sua donna (faceva coppia con il Galata morente dei Musei Capitolini) Discobolo Lancellotti (statua contesa fra Roma e Monaco di Baviera) Discobolo di Castel Porziano Acrolito Ludovisi (originale greco) Niobide degli orti sallustiani (originale greco importantissimo) Trono Ludovisi (originale greco) Ermes Loghios Ares Ludovisi (con eccezionali restauri di G.L.Bernini) Erinni Ludovisi (originale greco) Augusto nella veste di Pontefice Massimo Il Busto di Giunone (Goethe se ne immamorò a tal punto che acquistò il relativo gesso che portò a casa sua a WEIMAR dove ancora si vede). L'Apollo del Tevere Il pugile in riposo Il principe ellenistico LA FANCIULLA DI ANZIO (originale ellenistico preziosissimo che fu acquistato dallo stato italiano con una cifra enorme per evitare che uscisse dai confini dell'Italia). Il ritratto dell'imperatore Gallieno Ara di Ostia antica Sarcofago Ludovisi Sarcofago di Acilia Christus docens Efebo di Subiaco Ecc.ecc. Inoltre in questo museo sono conservati gli affreschi della villa di Livia , la moglie dell'imperatore Augusto e gli affreschi della villa Farnesina. Perché queste pitture sono importanti? Perché sono opere dei pittori migliori essendo le loro opere destinate addirittura all'imperatore! Nessun museo al mondo possiede pitture di questa qualità! Quando esisteva il Grand Tour e i turisti erano più preparati intellettualmente essi si rivolgevano al più illustre ritrattista dell'epoca Pompeo Batoni . Si facevano effigiare accanto a molte delle statue che ho prima citato. Questi ritratti ora sono esposti nei più prestigiosi musei del mondo (National Gallery di Londra, Galleria Nazionale di arte antica di Roma, Louvre ecc.ecc, ) Potrei parlare molto più a lungo. Mi meraviglio che questo museo sia così poco noto all'estero. In realtà è probabilmente il più importante del mondo per quanto riguarda I 'arte greco-romana. Sono stato abbastanza convincente?
A fantastic video. So well made just one question. Let's say I tap my card getting onto the bus or at the metro, don't I have to make sure I tap again getting off the bus or coming out of metro, otherwise I'll keep been charged? That's how it was in London so not sure.
No, you do not. Online B there are some turnstiles that will require you to tap again for the turnstile to work but it will not charge you. Otherwise, you do not need to tap again to get off buses or metro.
If you just want to visit the Basilica, they do not have advanced purchase tickets. My experience if you get there before 8 AM the lines are very minimal after 8 AM they grow very fast.
Thank you very much! These are great tips for planning my trip to Italy. Could I ask for those trains at great low prices, which often can’t be canceled or mortified, what should I do if the train gets cancelled, would they automatically book me for a new train? Or do I have to buy new ticket? Thank you!
It is very rare that high speed trains with pre-paid tickets get cancelled but if for some reason they do they will notify you via the app and give you options. We just put out a Rome Travel Guide called Rome Travel Guida. I think it would be very helpful to you as you plan your visit, It is $20 but half off with code "Guidame".
How do I get from Chivitiveccia to Rome with a tour of the city & drop off at my hotel? I’m coming into Italy on RCCL but their buses are sold out for next May 2025. It was $159 pp Any one way transportation w a day tour?
@@RozierRoma I’d like to be picked up at the port & take advantage of my short 3 night stay by getting a tour of the city since I can’t check into the hotel anyway.
Great video, with a tap and go does it have a ticket that registers in your wallet so you can prove you paid? Also what is the train app you used? Thanks
This happened to me recently. If you use a credit card or an app on your phone, all you need to show the attendant is your credit card or app and let them know that you use tap and go. They have a device to quickly check if the card or app was used. It takes about five seconds. The app I was using was Italo. Another app is Trenitalia. Both have high-speed rail, but I typically use it low as it is typically less expensive and equally nice trains. The network of trains is not as extensive as the other, but it does tend to serve most of the popular cities with high-speed rail. There are other apps out there, third-party apps that I would not recommend using.
Use the Italo app for high Speed rail. Also, Trenitalia has an app. I avoid using third-party apps. Advanced purchase discounts only apply to high-speed rail, the regular speed rail is always fairly cheap.
Thank you so much. We are going to Italy in Sept and getting on a cruise ship. We will spend 2 days in Rome first. We have seen so much information on where to stay near the train or cruise port. What advice do you have for that? Thank you.
I recommend staying in Rome. You can catch the train at Termini train station and there’s also a train station that it passes next to or very close to the Vatican that you can catch to Ciavitavechia. That way you can spend more time in Rome and the boats don’t leave until the evening so you have plenty of time to get there without a problem .
Very informative video :) Just wondering how to show the ticket to the ticket inspection people, if we used a credit card/Tap & go to purchase tickets?
Your credit card is your ticket, just show them the card or phone used to purchase and the have a devise to determine if it was used to purchase ticket. Super easy. Here is more information for you here.ruclips.net/video/WbJ-n6k9MVg/видео.htmlsi=e0Pwr-JzTgV41Vkq
With tap & go, do you have to use or tap the credit card again exiting the Metro. Also with tap & go, what do you show a ticket inspector if you get stopped?
Thank you for this! A couple of tours I have booked have stated that to curb the issue of ticket scalping, they are requiring passports as identification. Will a picture suffice for this purpose?
I recently heard that there was a law passed in Rome, in which tourists must show their actual passport, if requested by the authorities. They also said that a copy of the passport was no longer valid, and that the patron would be fined for not producing their passport, when requested. Is this true?? Thanks!
I have never heard that and I would doubt it too be true. If you carry your passport with you you are just asking for it to be stollen. During covid they did require it for a minute.
You are likely talking about the museum? There are some museum tickets that also give access to Saint Peters Basilica. If you have that ticket you will not need to worry about the line. If not you will also have to wait in additional line to get into basilica. Hope that helps.
many people have advised that the law requires travelers to carry their passport and cops may stop you and require to see the passport (photo is not accepted). How often could this happen?
Of the busy months it is the slowest. I prefer August of the busy months. I think the end of August is a bit better as it is a bit cooler but that is just averages. Have a great time!
Hello. It seems that you are giving contradictory information regarding the Metro. On the one hand it sounded like you could tap and go into the Metro and therefore no ticket is needed. And then at another point you say that Metro people may check on your way out of the Metro for a ticket. But if you tap in you won't have a ticket. So, question is, do you or do you not need a ticket to get on the Metro? I may have heard incorrectly, so just checking as we are leaving for Rome in mid June
Sorry I was not clear. If you are using paper tickets, if proof of purchase is required, you will need that ticket on the way out. So do not throw your ticket away until you exit. If you are using Tap & Go just show the ticket enforcer your credit card or phone and they have device they tap it with to verify if used to purchase. So your phone or credit card is your ticket. Hope that helps.
They carry a device sick and easily check if your credit card or phone was used to purchase via the tapping go system. Just tap every time and you’ll be good.
Going to Rome next month and I’ve watched countless videos on tips and tricks for getting around Rome. This has been the most informational and helpful. Thank you so much.
That makes me happy to hear
See you in Rome!
Be careful with your belongings.
Culprits are everywhere. I witnessed it before my very eyes. One of my colleagues was pick pocketed by an old lady.
Wear a travel vest. All pockets should be in the front on the inside. Don't keep anything in your pants pockets!
I'm currently on my last night of being in rome (60hrs) and I was so poorly prepared I only saw the collosseum.
I never even thought to look up any guides or tips. I just showed up 😅
Man there's sooooo much to see and I barely saw 1%
Sooo glad we came across this video!! Keep up the fantastic work
Thank you! Will do!
What a great video! I lived in Rome 30 years ago and am going back for the first time since then in 2024. Of course things have changed a lot since then. Your advice is excellent!
Thanks for the kind words & I am glad you liked the video. Some things have changed over the past 30 years in Rome but so much has stayed the same. Enjoy your trip!
@@RozierRoma I served in Rome in 94-95. Sassari, Napoli Centro, Roma Trionfale, Ascoli Piceno. Avellino, Quartu Sant'Elena, La Maddalena.
Heading to rome next week, great video with awesome tips that are current
Here is an updated version with soe repeats but I think there are 7 new tips ruclips.net/video/DPVXyWiYuio/видео.htmlsi=wvOlXhhEF_pyfyrC
Thank you for the tips I am planning a trip to Rome Florence and Venice in September and appreciated the info on the metro payments and high speed rail
Great to hear. Have a great trip!
Actually, St Peter's Basilica opens at 7am and the Vatican Museums open at 8am. The Basilica is free and you enter from the side closest to St Peter's Square. The museums have a totally different entrance and it's not from St Peter's Square
Yah they changed the hours of St Peters Basilica. I will be updating video soon
Great advice for the Vatican.
I went in February and went to the museums in the morning and then went to visit the Basiilica straight after. Line was ridiculous.
Came back the next morning and got there at 7.30am and was in line for about 10-15 minutes. Early bird gets the worm.
So true!
Im off to Italy 2024, so excited! Your videos have been extremely helpful. Thank you!!
Have a great time. If you land in a good location everything else seems to fall into place.
Thanks so much for these great new ‘24 tips. I’m all set for using Rome /Naples transportation now & downloaded the free now app.
Saving money & time..
Good to hear. Have a great trip!
I downloaded it too!! July trip planned.
Thank you for your straightforward tips! Will be heading Italy this weekend! and I just booked my train tickets because of you! Can't wait!!!!😁
I am glad it was helpful, just remember to be on time to the train!! Here is a link to a new video I just made that I think you may find helpful.ruclips.net/video/CUQ4erd_A9Y/видео.htmlsi=4ygdVjvkc1v9XP8X
Great tips, thank you
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Thank you so much for sharing these valuable tips for Rome travel! Your insights will come in handy next time I visit Rome
Our pleasure! Hopefully, you can get back to Rome soon.
Lots of great information and advice in this video! I've been watching videos for months in preparation for my trip to Rome and this was the first time I've seen anyone mention Tap & Go. Thank you! 🙂
I made another video with more detail bout tap & go. Thanks for watching
Thank you, great advice.
Glad it was helpful!
We are headed to Rome in 2 weeks. Thank you for the tips 👍
I hope they help. Have a great time!
I live in Las Vegas and compared to Italy it was one of the Cheapest Vacations and was amazing people, great place to go, Great advice
Totally agree!
Love this video! Great job! Very professionally done. I also like the music and your personality of course. And tips are great too. Heidi
Thanks sis! I’m dropping a new one tomorrow!!
Thank you for these tips 🤩I’m finding Rome to be overwhelming; nevertheless I want to travel Italy to experience it. My Mom , Uncle and Grandfather (1st marriage) were all born in Corropoli and moved to Canada in the ‘50’s. Unfortunately all three were loss when I was young so never had the chance to ask them about Italy 🇮🇹. Their family name was : Varze ; if anyone from Italy has this last name, please let me know. My mom named me ‘Bari Marcus Anthony’.
This being said I most likely will travel Italy to see Rome, Pompeii, Venice and Como without the aid of my relatives in Italy, simply cuz I can’t find them. As a greenhorn tourist to Italy I pretty much need all the advice I can get coming from Canada, including the best connecting flights, hotels and places to eat .
Cheers !
Chef Bari
Rome is a bit chaotic but awesome at the same time. My recommendation is just do it. For first time in Rome try staying in the Monti area where there is easy access to the subway and many things to see within walking distance. If you do not stay in Monti just try to stay in city center/ historical area. May I also recommend you visit Florence. It is a small city and easy to get around and it is also stunningly beautiful. I personally did not care for Pomeii it was ruin overload for me but most people really enjoy it. I would rather visit Sorrento and Naples that are nearby. Have a great trip. I hope you find your relatives!
I love your videos!! Thank you for your valuable tips & wonderful advice - they're certainly ones I will be using next time I travel to "heaven" (Italy!). Yourself and your wife are so kind - and very down to earth. Very much appreciated. I look forward to seeing more of your tips in future. 🤩🤩
I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. Comments like yours motivates me to make more videos. Glad you liked the video. Each video I am trying to make a little better!
@@RozierRoma Yaaaay - more videos - I can't wait !! Thanks for making my day 😊😊
Thank you very much! Super helpful and comprehensive video presentation!
I’m glad to hear see you can learn something from an old guy!
@@RozierRoma love your impromptu singing too!😀
Save Money! That's worth singing about
Great high value content. I like the listicle concept. Hopefully this turns out to be a highly viewed evergreen video.
I hope this does well. It is good advise but so much goes into it you never know if it will be well received
Thank you!! Lots of useful tips in comparison to other videos. Love the Tap and Go tip and opting for a taxi once arriving at Rome. Will be there in 3 weeks!
Glad it was helpful. I like your observation!
Thank you so much for the very important tips. Really very helpful. I appreciate it.
You are so welcome! have a great trip!
Thank you very much for your tips. I enjoy to see your videos.
Glad you like them! I try to give helpful tips
Not Chat GPT - Love it!
Thanks for watching the video. These days everybody’s an expert with ChatGPT.
Fantastic tips! Thanks so much. I am arriving with a tour group Nov 2. So excited!😊
Today! Well welcome to Rome!
@@RozierRoma thank you. I got the date wrong..so sorry, arriving Tuesday the 7th.
great advice especially the carabiner clips. Heading to Rome in two weeks-this will help so much
Nice, you’re the first person to mention a carabiner. Have a great trip!
The real reason for the carabiner is not just so you don’t forget your bag, but so that pickpockets don’t grab your bag and run as well
@@RozierRoma. Small ones are great for securing zippers to lock you bags.
I Love your videos!! Really pratical and useful tips!
Glad you like them! I appreciate your comment.
Just discovered your channel and am about to head to Europe (including Rome) in a few days with my partner. Great and realistic advice, some good information to take with me!
Perfect I am glad you liked. Have a great time!
Excellent Tips! Best I have heard. Thanks I just subscribed 🎉
Awesome! Thank you!
Tip 4 is wonderful! I hope you will do a full-length video on budget food in Rome, and show us all of your favorite places and dishes/items! And, because our family is vegan, we would love any similar options that offer vegan! For example, we would love to try a sandwich like offered at All'Antico Vinaio, but I don't believe they have vegan options! :(
Great idea! I will do that. I know Vinaio has at least 1 vegan option and a few vegetarian options. My favorite sandwitch in Rome is actually the Forno in Campo De' Fiori. Priced half as much as Vinaio and in my opinion are better. I know they have vegan options there.
@@RozierRomaPlease make a video about the budget food in the Rome. TIA!! you're the best!
Please make a video "food on a budget in Rome" TIA❤
I will. The trick is where to avoid! The best food in Rome is often times the least expensive
@@RozierRoma Thank you! 😊
Get ALL of your tour tickets way in advance! No need to get there at 8am.
Some people just want to see the Saint peters and don’t have to pay. It’s still better to get there early as the crowds are much smaller and you can actually enjoy the place much better. If you wanna go on top of the dome, you still have to get there you can’t pre-pay your tickets for that And the dome opens at 8 AM. Saint peters now opens at 7 AM.
Where can you buy tickets in advance?
Thank you for sharing this video!!
You’re welcome. I have a lot of videos, and that one was one of my favorites.
I also liked the ending. I bet your retention graph shows no hockey stick.
See you can teach an old dog new tricks
Thank you so much. You videos are the best. A fan from Bangkok Thailand :)
I appreciate it. I was in Bangkok in January really fun city!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Sure! I am glad you liked it!!
I’m currently in Rome and we were scammed by a taxi. We had no idea about the app, we stood in the Taxi pickup area. We gave the driver a 50 Euro and he hid it and pulled out 5 Euro and said that is what we gave him. They need to do something about these scoundrels!
Sorry to hear that really sucks. There is always somebody out there trying to take advantage. Yeah I would recommend using the app next time you get a taxi because on the app it tells you the amount that’s anticipated for the ride and you can also pay through the app. If you don’t pay through the app I pay with credit card to the taxi. Also, whenever you get in a taxi, make sure they turn the meter on just so they can’t make up a price when they get there. The meter should be in display that you can watch the fee increase as you progress on your trip. Remember if you use a taxi late at night, on Sundays and holidays there is a few dollar surcharge in addition to their normal rates, but that’s included on the meter. The pick up fee is just greater during those times.
@@RozierRoma Thanks for the explanation. We enjoyed our 3 day stay in Rome, now we are in Florence!! We met a few families who took advantage of the Costco Travel discount prices. It was a steal 😉
How did Costco offer a discount? Was it on hotels and travel? Just hotels? What kind of rates did they get?
When paying cash for anything anywhere in the world, I always say out loud how much I am handing over in bills and lay out the bills clearly, like "here's 2 twenties, a 10, and 4 ones. That's 54, right?" I also expect some sort of acknowledgement on the part of the receiver. It's not foolproof but it makes them aware that I am paying attention. 😊
This helped a lot! My family is going on a cruise and one of our stops is Rome and this was very helpful!
Thanks for taking time to watch. I have a video I did for a one day itinerary for those coming to Rome on a cruise. You should check out.
we will go to rome on Saturday so this video is great with lots of tips! thanks! from sweden
So glad you found the video helpful. Have a great time in Rome.
THANK YOU A LOT FOR YOUR TIPS!!! WE ARE GOING TO VISIT ROME IN MAY 2024!!! THANK YOU AGAIN!!!
Welcome!! Have a fun time
Thanks for the info - especially the lack of a line in the early hours at St. Peter’s! But if the police stop you and ask for your passport and you don’t have it, you’re going to be in deep doo-doo.
no, they will not ask if they do you can show them other iD if needed also you can take a picture of passport on phone they can see if needed
@@RozierRoma I’ve heard countless accounts that say otherwise. It is the law to carry it with you, as your passport is your official ID in a foreign country.
Do as you feel best. I have never carried mine and most people I know do not carry but you can if you want. I was in Italy during Covid and during that period my passport was needed at times on Trains. There may be a certain law in the books but is it enforced? No.
Great tips - thanks!
No problem! I. am glad you like them. Thanks for watching.
This is the most informational vlogs good job Keep it up pls 😊
That’s what I like to hear.!
Great job Scott!
Thanks Cory, this is one of my favorite videos that I made so far. These tips are actually good in my opinion.
Hahahha I thought you were Brazilian, you have a good mood 😂😂😂
Brazilian? I will take as a complement! I have never met someone from Brazil I didn't like
Great video! Such fun delivery too
You are so kind
Great tips...Going in May !
Perfect. Have a great time! May is a really fun month in Rome, a bit crowded but easy to work around.
@rozierroama
I really love your videos, very informative and right on time !
Yes..I see. I visited last year first week in May. I have noticed such a price increase in air and hotel! . I am reserving the excursions now.
Wow!
Yeah, I get those rooms booked right away the closer you get to May the higher the prices go. As high as the prices seem right now, they can go quite a bit higher as the date approaches.
Thank you! Very helpful
Perfect!
Metro is so cheap in Rome! I had a trip to Norway and was very surprised by how expensive public transit was. However, it was lovely trams, trains, and buses! Cheers from Kindle in Canada
Agreed public transportation is very inexpensive in Rome and even the trains throughout Italy are very cheep, only high speed rail can get a bit pricey. Are you a Trudeau fan? We do not hear too many good things about him?? Sorry if I am getting political. I was just curious. I have only been to Canada once and I liked it!
@@RozierRoma Hi, yes I am a Trudeau fan! I liked his late father and I like Justin as well. However, I am on the West Coast of Canada and we are not as political as Central or Eastern Canada. We are chill on Vancouver Island.
Nice!
thank you so much!
would you still have to wait in line if you bought tickets already ?
You're welcome!
Thank you so much for this informative video! Just subscribed!
So glad to hear you like the video. If you have any questions, Rome let me know.
@@RozierRoma yes I do if I may! For the colosseum visit - is it worth paying extra extra to tour inside. We are a group of 4 and would like to spend no more than 2 hours at the colosseum. I am not exactly sure what these deals on the traveling websites offer from one to another without feeling like it may not be needed. Any advice or thoughts on this please? Thanks so much!
You can buy tickets online only and the ticket includes the Roman Forum. As far as a tour, I have never taken one for the colosseum. I used an audio tour on my phone with an app that worked well but I have forgotten the name of it. I am sure you can find one with a little searching .There is an app called "get your guide" that you can read reviews and purchase tours but most are kinda costly. Use of app seems best option to me and costs far less if not free. best of luck
Thank you so much this great advice very good video thank you going to Rome next week will save lots on the high-speed train. Thank you very much
Perfect! Have a great time. Remember to enjoy the time regardless of the chaos or issues that arise with travel just soak it all in.
@@RozierRoma it will be our honeymoon so we will have a great time regardless thank you very much
Congratulations! You need to book the sleeper car train!
Great tips. One question, do I need to tap when I board the bus and tap again when alighting? Or just one time? Thanks!
Only a few stations require you to tap on your way out and if they do just tap again, it won’t charge you. It’ll just open the gate to let you out.
Great! Gracias!
Great tips… with regards to the Tap & Go metro and bus tickets; if you’re a family of 4 with 2 car/cards… what do you do?
You can use the same credit card as long as it is on separate devices so you can have the same card on 2 different smartphones or one could be on phone and the other use actual card. It just needs to track each person individually. If you were to scan the same card or devise twice it would only charge once until it has been 100 minutes
@@RozierRoma thank you….✨
Thanks so much this is so helpful- I will be in Rome in 2 weeks. I am catching the Terravision bus from airport to Roma termini then walk to hotel - hopefully this will be ok
There is also a direct train from the airport called the Leonardo Express. It runs about aver 20 minutes and costs 14 euros. It is a direct train straight to Termini.Takes 30 to 40 minutes. Bus can be good but depends on traffic. Have a fun trip.
Very well done video thanks for the suggestions.
Those that speak up and share their appreciation are my friends! Seriously though I do appreciate the comment and I’m glad you liked the video.
Thank you sir! Looking forward to more.
Best tip list ever!
Thanks John, you’re the only one in the family, including my kids that watch my videos.
And Logan
I watch them too! Heidi@@RozierRoma
Yes Heidi too! But she forgets to comment most of the time
@@RozierRomasome random ideas-explore the used markets like Mercato Usato Roma Garbatella; explore the shops along Via Frattina, my favorite street; sample the food at the 4 main restaurants at Piazza Navona which as a tip is the only place to get an early dinner; show all the best aerial viewpoints starting with St. Peters-love your videos
I just watched my first video on your channel and subscribed right away, tey are great, thanks for making them. I am going for two weeks I'm October,, flying into Rome and leaving from Venice. I am in the process of booking accomodations for my wife and I and am wondering if you have recommendations in that regard. Thanks!
Don't wait too much longer to get your place secured. Check out the video.ruclips.net/video/qVhgZI7TFQo/видео.htmlsi=raePYqOlKzONY1dV
For other options I would recommend looking on airbnb in the Campo de fiori/largo Agentina/Navona area. Get one with at least 50 reviews and 4.7 or higher if available. good luck.
Appreciate so much information☀️ do you feel it’s OK use a 16 oz stainless steel water bottle into the Vatican, Colosseum or other museums, including the churches and Basilica? I was thinking of getting that instead of using plastic bottles to refill.
Regarding pickpockets, is it common that someone’s crossover bag have the string cut and removed? I’m being advised not to take a purse, but I feel it would be safe. I have already been to Spain two years ago, watched my surroundings and had no issues. thank you!
First question I think stainless water bottle would be great, water fill ups everywhere. Secpond question very unlikely to have straps cut or removed. Press on!
great advice mate im going in july 24 good tips
Remember to book your reservations asap as prices will only go up as we get closer. Thanks for watching!
How do they check your metro ticket if you tap and go? Your videos are great.
This did happen to me recently and I was also curious how they would verify. I told them I used Tap & Go and they just asked to see the app or credit card I used and they were able to verify in just a few seconds that it was used to purchase Tap & Go. Works great!
@@RozierRoma grazie !
Your videos are highly informative. My wife and I will be visiting in May 2024. Question: Years ago, we used Eurail to explore some countries. Do they still have those information kiosks marked with "I' at major train stations where you can make pensione and hotel reservations. Our aim is not to prebook accommodations so we can have a much more flexible itinerary. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated. We will be travelling from USA/Nevada.
I hope you saw my reply on your first comment
Great tips, not sure how to avoid the metro though (with all your bags) if you are using train and rail between major cities/towns and might not be able to book a high speed train for every destination? Also which app were you using for the High Speed Rail?
If you arrive to Rome by train you can gran a taxi at Termini station for about 15 euros to most hotels. I use Italo app for high speed train. From Rome most major cities are connected by high speed rail. If you have the time regular speed trains are much cheaper. All other trains I use Trenitalia app
Just arrived Germany from romefrom9 days Easter holiday. Been pickpocket despite been careful throughout the trip and jumped up on crowded bus 64 for 3 stations stop to termini on raining day, within 5mins, wallet gone. Very sure pickpockets still in same bus with me when discovered wallet gone.
That really sucks! 64 is know for the pickpockets.
Very helpful
That’s what I like to hear!
Wow ! I stumbled upon your channel. Thank you so much; really informative but tell me if an inspector on the metro wants you to evidence a ticket but you paid with your credit card then how do you prove you paid? Thanks again pal.
If you get check just show them the credit card or app you used with Tap & Go and they have a devise to verify in just seconds.
Never saw one on a metro. Honestly found it really easy just getting a 3 day or 7 day ticket. They are always on the rails to other towns etc though
That is the St. Peter's line. The Vatican Museum line is a kilometer or two away.
The Vatican is a sovereign city-state that includes St. Peter's Basilica In the video I should be clearer and mentioned St Peters Basilica. Long lines for both!
Metro was closed down when we went August 2024.
Not sure the exact reason, but from time to time it does shut down. One time shut down for us when we were out by the Vatican and we had to walk everywhere because once the metro shut down, it’s hard to get a taxi.
Thanks for the very practical tips! I’ve watched over a dozen videos for my upcoming trip and yours has been the most informative!
I did have a couple questions:
1) Tap and Go will obviously means you avoid fines at any stage since you’re always validated, but do you need to tap out on the bus?
2) I had to buy a new ticket (earlier train) via the Trenitalia app from Cinque Terre to Rome, is there a ticket resale platform as I can’t get a refund?
Answer to first question you only need to tap when getting on but. Also there are a few metro stations where you will need to tap to get out, Also good to know the Tap & Go machines are located on front of bus so best to enter at front.
Train tickets that are not assigned seats need to be validated. If you are on a non high speed train your purchased ticket can be used for other times just validate before getting on departure. If you purchased high speed train tickets you may be able to get a partial refund just depending on the type of ticket you purchased.
This is a great video! Thank you. Also, if you get to the Vatican at 8 am, where do you buy your ticket? Do you need to purchase beforehand? Thank you again!
Just a heads up, the Vatican now opens up at 7 AM. The tickets are not needed to enter Saint peters basilica. It is free. If you go to the museum, you can purchase tickets and the museum opens up at 8 AM, but I would get in line by 7:30 AM. As long as you get there before 8 AM.
Appreciate this comprehensive yet simple video! We are going to Rome in 4 weeks and it’s not possible to buy a ticket to the vatican anymore. Of course on some ripoff sites you can buy them but not from the official site. Do you thin kwe can get in at 8am buying a ticket right there?
To go to the Vatican Basilica it is free and it opens at 7 AM. If you get there before eight, you should not have too long of a line to stand in. If you want to go to the museum, it opens at 8 AM.. I was just getting there closer to seven or 7:30 AM at the latest to get in line for tickets. The earlier the better. The line putting the museum starts forming early. Hope you had a great trip.
The best museum in Rome is MUSEO NAZIONALE ROMANO.
What nakes it the best?
Le statue più ammirate da Goethe, Winkelman, Lessing, Stendhal e dai turisti del Grand Tour, in gran parte , sono esposte nel Museo Nazionale Romano nella sede di Palazzo Altemps. Questo museo è immenso: ha quattro sedi: Palazzo Massimo (vicino alla stazione Termini),Palazzo Altemps (vicino a Piazza Navona),le Terme di Diocleziano (vicino alla stazione Termini) e Cripta Balbi. Ecco un piccolissimo elenco di opere di eccezionale importanza:
Il Galata suicida insieme alla sua donna (faceva coppia con il Galata morente dei Musei Capitolini)
Discobolo Lancellotti (statua contesa fra Roma e Monaco di Baviera)
Discobolo di Castel Porziano
Acrolito Ludovisi (originale greco)
Niobide degli orti sallustiani (originale greco importantissimo)
Trono Ludovisi (originale greco)
Ermes Loghios
Ares Ludovisi (con eccezionali restauri di G.L.Bernini)
Erinni Ludovisi (originale greco)
Augusto nella veste di Pontefice Massimo
Il Busto di Giunone (Goethe se ne immamorò a tal punto che acquistò il relativo gesso che portò a casa sua a WEIMAR dove ancora si vede).
L'Apollo del Tevere
Il pugile in riposo
Il principe ellenistico
LA FANCIULLA DI ANZIO (originale ellenistico preziosissimo che fu acquistato dallo stato italiano con una cifra enorme per evitare che uscisse dai confini dell'Italia).
Il ritratto dell'imperatore Gallieno
Ara di Ostia antica
Sarcofago Ludovisi
Sarcofago di Acilia
Christus docens
Efebo di Subiaco
Ecc.ecc.
Inoltre in questo museo sono conservati gli affreschi della villa di Livia , la moglie dell'imperatore Augusto e gli affreschi della villa Farnesina.
Perché queste pitture sono importanti? Perché sono opere dei pittori migliori essendo le loro opere destinate addirittura all'imperatore! Nessun museo al mondo possiede pitture di questa qualità!
Quando esisteva il Grand Tour e i turisti erano più preparati intellettualmente essi si rivolgevano al più illustre ritrattista dell'epoca Pompeo Batoni . Si facevano effigiare accanto a molte delle statue che ho prima citato. Questi ritratti ora sono esposti nei più prestigiosi musei del mondo (National Gallery di Londra, Galleria Nazionale di arte antica di Roma, Louvre ecc.ecc, )
Potrei parlare molto più a lungo. Mi meraviglio che questo museo sia così poco noto all'estero. In realtà è probabilmente il più importante del mondo per quanto riguarda I 'arte greco-romana. Sono stato abbastanza convincente?
Si! wow!! Devo andare subito.
A fantastic video. So well made just one question. Let's say I tap my card getting onto the bus or at the metro, don't I have to make sure I tap again getting off the bus or coming out of metro, otherwise I'll keep been charged? That's how it was in London so not sure.
No, you do not. Online B there are some turnstiles that will require you to tap again for the turnstile to work but it will not charge you. Otherwise, you do not need to tap again to get off buses or metro.
If you Tap and Go you dont get a ticket so how does that work when they are checking for tickets?
They have a device you tap and it varies if it was used
One thing I will say is that the Colosseum requires a passport if you line up to buy a ticket. So you do need a passport when visiting the Colosseum.
A picture of your passport on your phone will work just fine. I have not been asked for my passport at the Colosseum since Covid.
The line for the Vatican for same day visit is incredibly long even in the morning. Get tickets in advance
If you just want to visit the Basilica, they do not have advanced purchase tickets. My experience if you get there before 8 AM the lines are very minimal after 8 AM they grow very fast.
The pizza place that does pizza for €5...where is it located? Ive tried looking it up but cant find it 😢
Pizza Florida!
Thank you very much! These are great tips for planning my trip to Italy. Could I ask for those trains at great low prices, which often can’t be canceled or mortified, what should I do if the train gets cancelled, would they automatically book me for a new train? Or do I have to buy new ticket? Thank you!
It is very rare that high speed trains with pre-paid tickets get cancelled but if for some reason they do they will notify you via the app and give you options. We just put out a Rome Travel Guide called Rome Travel Guida. I think it would be very helpful to you as you plan your visit, It is $20 but half off with code "Guidame".
@@RozierRoma thank you very much! It’ll be great help for my planning.
@@wendy_hjwang rometravelguida.com
How do I get from Chivitiveccia to Rome with a tour of the city & drop off at my hotel? I’m coming into Italy on RCCL but their buses are sold out for next May 2025. It was $159 pp
Any one way transportation w a day tour?
The best way is by train, There are several trains per hour and it is very cheap.
@@RozierRoma I’d like to be picked up at the port & take advantage of my short 3 night stay by getting a tour of the city since I can’t check into the hotel anyway.
Great video, with a tap and go does it have a ticket that registers in your wallet so you can prove you paid? Also what is the train app you used? Thanks
This happened to me recently. If you use a credit card or an app on your phone, all you need to show the attendant is your credit card or app and let them know that you use tap and go. They have a device to quickly check if the card or app was used. It takes about five seconds. The app I was using was Italo. Another app is Trenitalia. Both have high-speed rail, but I typically use it low as it is typically less expensive and equally nice trains. The network of trains is not as extensive as the other, but it does tend to serve most of the popular cities with high-speed rail. There are other apps out there, third-party apps that I would not recommend using.
Hi love your videos my family is going to Rome for the first time this year. What is the app to use to book tickets for the fast train.
I hope you have a great visit! Check this video out it will answer your question.ruclips.net/video/tbOsdB7sqUI/видео.htmlsi=Kh4sIGb1RXwgmUUL
@@RozierRomathank you! 😊
No problem
Hello. How can you prove that you have a ticket if you have used a contactless card payment? There won’t be a physical ticket?
they carry a devise that they have you tap and it verifies if it was used to purchase ride fair. very fast and easy.
If you use tap and go on public transport, and they want to check your ticket, how do you prove you have one?
The ticket checkers carried device that can determine if your card or app was used to purchase a ticket.
Sono romano ed apprezzo i tuoi video..iscritto poco fa ❤🎩🫡👌🏻
Grazie. Mi piace Roma tantissimo!!
Thanks for sharing these useful tips. Which App should I use to book train ticket? I checked OBB, but the price is same in different days!
Use the Italo app for high Speed rail. Also, Trenitalia has an app. I avoid using third-party apps. Advanced purchase discounts only apply to high-speed rail, the regular speed rail is always fairly cheap.
Thank you so much. We are going to Italy in Sept and getting on a cruise ship. We will spend 2 days in Rome first. We have seen so much information on where to stay near the train or cruise port. What advice do you have for that? Thank you.
I recommend staying in Rome. You can catch the train at Termini train station and there’s also a train station that it passes next to or very close to the Vatican that you can catch to Ciavitavechia. That way you can spend more time in Rome and the boats don’t leave until the evening so you have plenty of time to get there without a problem .
Very informative video :) Just wondering how to show the ticket to the ticket inspection people, if we used a credit card/Tap & go to purchase tickets?
Your credit card is your ticket, just show them the card or phone used to purchase and the have a devise to determine if it was used to purchase ticket. Super easy. Here is more information for you here.ruclips.net/video/WbJ-n6k9MVg/видео.htmlsi=e0Pwr-JzTgV41Vkq
@@RozierRoma Super! Thank you so much 🤩
If you use a credit card to tap on the bus or Metro, you don’t have a physical ticket so what does the inspector do ?
Check this video out it will answer you questions.ruclips.net/video/WbJ-n6k9MVg/видео.htmlsi=DMU_-7IY-e25G40N
With tap & go, do you have to use or tap the credit card again exiting the Metro.
Also with tap & go, what do you show a ticket inspector if you get stopped?
Only need to tap out at a couple of stations, you may not even see one. They carry a devise you tap to prove payment was made.
@@RozierRoma thank you
Good tips
Thanks. When are you heading to Rome?
@@RozierRoma Next May
I hope you check out some of my other videos about Rome. I think they will help you much as you plan your visit.
Thank you for this! A couple of tours I have booked have stated that to curb the issue of ticket scalping, they are requiring passports as identification. Will a picture suffice for this purpose?
Yes a picture of passport will work
When you tap (and go) will it print the ticket?
Thanks for creating a very useful video.
No ticket needed just show card used if needed
I recently heard that there was a law passed in Rome, in which tourists must show their actual passport, if requested by the authorities. They also said that a copy of the passport was no longer valid, and that the patron would be fined for not producing their passport, when requested. Is this true?? Thanks!
I have never heard that and I would doubt it too be true. If you carry your passport with you you are just asking for it to be stollen. During covid they did require it for a minute.
Do you still have to wait in line at the Vatican if we bought our tickets in advance(official website) for a specific time slot?
You are likely talking about the museum? There are some museum tickets that also give access to Saint Peters Basilica. If you have that ticket you will not need to worry about the line. If not you will also have to wait in additional line to get into basilica. Hope that helps.
@@RozierRoma Great. Thank you for the video and response
Sure
Still have to queue
many people have advised that the law requires travelers to carry their passport and cops may stop you and require to see the passport (photo is not accepted). How often could this happen?
People are giving you bad advise, it does not happen, maybe during Covid?
Thank you for the useful information… we are planning to visit Italy in August. Is august a good month to visit .
Of the busy months it is the slowest. I prefer August of the busy months. I think the end of August is a bit better as it is a bit cooler but that is just averages. Have a great time!
Thank you for the reply. Have a good day .
Hello. It seems that you are giving contradictory information regarding the Metro. On the one hand it sounded like you could tap and go into the Metro and therefore no ticket is needed. And then at another point you say that Metro people may check on your way out of the Metro for a ticket. But if you tap in you won't have a ticket. So, question is, do you or do you not need a ticket to get on the Metro? I may have heard incorrectly, so just checking as we are leaving for Rome in mid June
Sorry I was not clear. If you are using paper tickets, if proof of purchase is required, you will need that ticket on the way out. So do not throw your ticket away until you exit. If you are using Tap & Go just show the ticket enforcer your credit card or phone and they have device they tap it with to verify if used to purchase. So your phone or credit card is your ticket. Hope that helps.
@@RozierRoma thanks. There's so many rules around public transportation it's hard to get consistent information.
How do you prove you have paid the bus/metro fare when you are using the "tap and go"?
Take a look at this short vid it will answer your question.ruclips.net/video/WbJ-n6k9MVg/видео.htmlsi=1gdL687VcOnMPqpR
In terms of tap and go of your credit card how does that work with validation? If a guard asks for proof
They carry a device sick and easily check if your credit card or phone was used to purchase via the tapping go system. Just tap every time and you’ll be good.