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Trastevere is a great place to stay. I’m 75 and had no problems walking to many historic sites from Trastevere. A taxi can whisk you to site further away. As a home base, we found wonderful restaurants and walked the neighborhood feeling safe and happy. We stayed at the Santa Maria Hotel. It was secure, quiet, and beautiful. I love Rome and hope to return to Trastevere.
I was shocked how great Trastevere was. May weather was fantastic and could have easily just stayed walking in a couple square miles of the neighborhood because there was so much to do and eat. lol
This was the most comprehensive travel video I have ever seen. What a fabulous insight you have given everyone. Thank you so much for your time and effort.
I really appreciate your comment. If you make it to Rome please let me know what you think of the area. Having a great location in Rome will make your trip much more memorable
I've lived and worked in Florence for the past 34 years, and I used to train down to Rome two or three times a year (Rome is the centre of the universe-Copernicus was wrong!!). Your summations are excellent!!!! A Roma c'è movimento (and some of the greatest works of art)!!!
Now that I am older, I can understand your advice. I have visited Rome about 5 times. I was much younger than I am now and enjoyed walking all over the city and just stumbling onto different piazzas and people watching. Now that I am older and have a bad knee, I can relate to the recommendation you offered. Either way, Rome is just a beautiful city that is full of life. I want to go back.
Thanks for sharing! Walking is a big part of getting around in Rome. Before you know it you have walked 20,000 steps! Check out my new video is you get a chance.ruclips.net/video/qmrRUNZ81rU/видео.html
A brilliant summary of logic and experience moulded into a thought out reason while one can decide the best combination of access to the glories of this most special city in the world!!! Bravo kind sir for your holding our hand to make the right decision!!!! Also loved your use of technology to guide us!
There are many good locations to stay in Rome, but I think the location I outlined gives the easiest opportunity to access the most sites with the least inconvenience. I appreciate you watching and your comment.
Have fun! I’m coming out with a new video in the next day or so that you should check out. It’s about how you should spend your first day in Rome. If you watch it, let me know what you think.
Largo Argentina area is just OK for hotel selection. I find the area of Monti, including Via Nazionale and Via Cavour has nice, affordable hotels, along with the night life around Via del Boschetto. It is perfectly safe at night, and far enough away from the train station that one doesn't even know it's there. On the way to the church of San Clemente from Santa Maria Maggiore, also has affordable places to stay.
Lots of good shopping along Via Nazionale. Nice area. Sometimes we like just being close to what we are familiar with. Next time if you are up for an adventure try staying closer to the Tiber River and Trastevere. Enjo your stay in Rome.
Thanks for the suggestion, I have lived there. Went to school there. Familiar with all the different areas. Now thinking about renting in Ostia to be near the beach.@@RozierRoma
@@RozierRoma we are staying at the Exe grand palace for our second time. We love it. 13 minutes from trevie , and 13 minutes from the colosseum. Thanks for the video, can’t wait to get there. Viva Italia!
I have been going to Rome for years and always stay at the Hotel Accademia because it is just a few feet away from the Trevi Fountain and Via de Tritoni. Short walk to the Barberini metro and Spanish steps. Lots of good restaurants and shops.
That is a.very nice area with the added convenience of the Metro close by. I personally like being closer to the river and Trastevere. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks for the advice. I have been to Rome 6 times and always stay near villa Borghese didn't know some of these areas you mentioned. I will try it on my next visit.
Villa Borghese is a beautiful park and the nearby Piazza del Popolo and Spanish Steps are nice areas but I think next time if you try southwest closer to Campo dei Fiori you will like it. If you are looking for a best overall neighborhood since you have seen most of the sight I would recommend Trastevere near Piazza di Santa Maria.
The best explained video I’ve ever seen, would love to watch more of your videos explained with maps if you have any of other major cities in Italy like Florence etc…
That was really great! I loved the views on the map and then going to the locations to see what it looks like in reality! I don't know the Jewish Quarter and more to the southeast of Piazza Navona, but you've given me a lot of new ideas for my next trip! The University of WA has had a location at Campo deli Fiori since before 1986 when I studied there. I have been back several times and love that city because there is something new around every corner! Thanks for the memories and future ones I want to make with your suggestions!
That is great. If you do visit the Jewish Ghetto there is a Jewish bakery that has been selling pastries for over 300 years and worth a visit. I’m glad you liked the video
They sell something they call pizza but not to be confused with Italian pizza. Be sure to try it. They open early but the pizza is usually not ready until about 9am. Also it is closed on Saturdays. One last thing there is no sign in front of the store, just look for the line and that will be the place.
We just returned from Rome four days ago (September 19th). The point of your message is right on point. We stayed 1/2 block north of Piazza Navona at Gigli d'Oro Suites. Great location. We walked everywhere from that location for five days. No taxi's or buses. Nice video.
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This is a really great video from someone that is obviously experienced, so much great information. My wife and I stayed for 10 days over near the Vatican and you are right it feels disconnected from the touristy areas and that wasn't our intention, however it made all the difference in our stay. We loved not seeing so many tourists and eating where their as mostly locals. The cost of eating was a little cheaper, less crowded, and a lot more opportunities to practice Italian. It is not for couples that don't want to get 10K - 20K steps in a day though :). Thanks great job!
@ArcheryGeek is the area you stayed at known as Prati? We have older folks going with us, so are there bus/metro options from where you stayed to the top sights? Trying to avoid the tourist crowds and practice my Italian :-)
@@allisonwilliams3512 parati, yes. I stayed near the Tiber, closest landmark would be one of Rome’s best kept secrets ~ gelateria la romana you can find it on google maps. The subway is not convenient for elderly but buses are easy to get to, I didn’t take them and walked everywhere. The walk to the Vatican is very nice through shopping district. In my opinion this area is for enjoying Rome from arms length and maybe for people that love to enjoy walking and exploring. Hope that helps
I hope you have a great trip. Part of it is understanding what there is to see and do and the other how to get there. Staying in a central location makes the how much easier.
Being close to the metro can be a big plus. I prefer to stay closer to Trastevere and the Tiber river as I spend most evenings there. The biggest advantage to Barberini is the Metro with its connections to Vatican, colosseum, Spanish steps, Aqueduct Park, Circus Maximus. You almost have me convinced but I like Trastevere and the river too much. Sounds like both are good options.
Listen…ignore the haters or the complainers, people who see life through a negative lens will always have something critical to say. Keep your videos authentically you. Thank you for your video, it was extremely informative and helpful in planning our trip to Rome. I’m sure there are many beautiful places to stay in Rome, each with their own beauty and each servicing a certain type of person/trip. Your video fit the bill for us. 🙌🏻
Scott, thanks for sharing all this fantastic information! I just purchased your Rome guide - it's sure be an invaluable asset on our first trip to Rome later this year ! Appreciate all your hard work - ! Much success to you and your wife !
I stayed in the Parthenon Piazza. Very central, but a long walk to the coliseum. Short walk to the Vatican to be there early. Just strolled in each time, no line. Grazie for the vid. Subscribed.
Thanks for watching. Rome is a complicated city that takes bit of time to understand. I love the city and hope my videos help. Thanks also for the comment.
@@RozierRoma I think they do help. And for what it's worth I endorse the advice you have given. I used to live in Rome and when someone came and visit the town I took them to Trevi's Fountain, the Pantheon (through Piazza di Pietra), St. Luigi dei Francesi (church, to see the Caravaggio's), St. Augustin Church (again for the Caravaggio's), Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori and then Largo di Torre Argentina, the Jewish Ghetto ( I adored the video about it and the Forno Limentani, the bakery. How I crave for one of those pizza di Beridde!) and finally Trastevere. As you can see it perfectly overlaps with what you suggested. 😉
My first time in Rome was in May 13 2023. I stayed in the Lh Royal Suites Terrace near the Largo di Torre Argentina archaeological site. It was very close to the pantheon and piazza Navona. It’s also near the taxi and bus stands. Very convenient location.
When I first booked an airbnb next to Largo Argentina I did not think too much of the area when I first arrived but soon discovered all the things so close I as I got to know it. Thanks for the comment
Have been to Rome a handful of times. Have really enjoyed stays near piazza navona & in trastevre. But I a do agree with our reporter here -Argentine is a great locale.
I personally stay in Trastevere often as I love the neighborhood but I know Rome well so it is easy for me to get to things. For the first time visitor I think Torre Argentina/ Campo dei Fiori makes most sense. Thanks for the comment.
Heading back to Italy in a few months. Stayed near termini last time and it was ok location. This vid just made me change my location idea for home base for a week. Booking very soon. Thanks for making this, great information. ✌
Completely agree! Went a year ago to Rome for the first time stayed on the jewish guetto just across the street from the liceo. best experience ever, in a month i'll return and stay in the same area
@@RozierRoma watched your RUclips Largo Argentina is extremely central for the ghetto bus connections. Can get to testaccio trastevere anywhere. Circo massimo Even the 280 bus for stadio olimpico to see AS Roma. The 280 goes everywhere it seems
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I loved your video. Rome can be very confusing and hard to find your way around as it is such an ancient city. Your video gives a really good over view of where everything is in relation to each other. Admittedly I was rather young when I was last there but my experience is it is a very walkable city as there is always something interesting to see and just going exploring with not destination in mind will open you up to seeing so many beautiful buildings. In some cities you are constantly aware of the traffic and the noise for cars and trucks. I don't think that is the case for Rome as so many of the roads in the old area are very narrow. Which makes it so much more pleasant to walk around than other cities of the same size. I lived for a short time out towards where the Olympics had been held. It was an easy bus ride in towards the Vatican where I could change to the metro if I wanted to but to be honest because I had very little money I more often than not walked it. It was also because this was before internet or smart phones and that was easier than trying to work out when the next bus was coming along. Living outside of the old part of town meant food was cheaper and the locals were willing to help me with my Italian. So all I'm saying is you don't have to stay right in the city centre to enjoy your time in Roma. Though if you only have a couple of days to see "everything" you might want to be closer than I was. Just remember it's not possible to see everything in one trip and if you are like me you will fall in love with the city and want to come back.
This is absolutely spot-on advice on where to stay in Rome. I have been to Rome many, many times both for business and pleasure. I have given similar advice to others who are going to Rome for the first time. Another point I like to make is that there is so much to see and do in Rome, that the more time you spend there, the better. My other tip is that there is a different rhythm to Rome, and just hanging out and having a leisurely lunch is a big part of the experience. I recommend getting up early and doing specific sightseeing in the morning. This way you avoid the crowds, and heat in the summer. I like to concentrate on one area a day, and I think of the Pantheon or the area you describe as being like the spoke of a wheel. Then lunch without having to wait for tables, then strolling around, having gelato, then back to hotel for a very important siesta, and then out again in the evening such as being in Piazza Navona at night. I also like the area just to the west of Piazza Navona, near the Chiostro del Bramante, but thats not as central as Torre Argentina. I enjoyed your video very much.
Thank you! I was looking for lodging in the Trastevere and Monti area for an end of June visit but I couldn't find anything that wasn't either booked or reasonably affordable until I watched your video suggesting a new location. I found what I hope to be a great place next to Piazza dei Cenci / Ponte Garibaldi for an easy walk to Trastervere, in addition to all the other sites.
thank u for this video...super awesome, and i love the visuals esp for people like me that are directionally challenged but in charge of planning our Rome trip with little ones
With the flat rate taxi service from the airport for €50. The taxi will take you to any hotel in the city so next time venture out a bit from Termini. Thanks for the comment and watching.
Great video, we stayed in Termini area last April, and make daily trek to to Navona, Trevi, Spagna, etc. You are right, long walk and some of the area we pass is not lively. But Termini area itself is safe and lively, just no great dinings. I’ve never been to Travestere and will surely hit the dining spots there next time.
I've been to Rome a few times. We know a Chinese immigrant who is going to Rome with her daughter. We just met for lunch and talked about Rome. In China they don't study Chinese or Western history. Everything in the trip will be new. We discussed hotels and "how much can you see in the time you're there" I just sent her this video. I hope she finds it as good as I do! You show the relation of the areas very well.
🎉I’m so grateful to have happened upon your video this morning…I am feverishly planning a quickly decided trip to Rome. I hope I can find a nice place to stay near Torre Argentina! Do you have any hotel or air bnb rentals in this area?
I do not personally have any Airbnb but here is a great one if available for your dates.www.airbnb.com/rooms/14768240?source_impression_id=p3_1692914017_JcEBctBZGtGfQ0xP This place is perfect! Enjoy your trip to Rome!
Maybe I am atypical, but I really liked staying near the Porta Portese Gate end of Travestere. . It's where real Romans live and its not nearly so touristy. Its so close to everything as well. If you are mobility impaired or just not up to walking over the bridges of the Tiber its probably not best for you, but otherwise I highly recommend it. If you are a cyclist you can ride along the Tiber bike path that gets you to some of the best parts of the city very easily. The neighborhood sunday flea market is legendary for good reason. In some ways the Sunday market its the most authentic Roman experience possible. Its overwhelmingly huge and bustling and crowded, but still highly recommended. You also avoid all the tourist trap restaurants as the neighborhood caters to locals and some of the best meals I have ever had in Rome can be found there.
That area is also very nice but kinda boarders sleepy at times. The Metro is not too far of a walk from there are yes there are some great restaurants in that area. I personally like staying in Trastevere but closer to Piazza Santa Maria. There are more tourists but also maintains its authentic. As for the Sunday market my wife LOVES it but me not so much. I would rather hang out in the Jewish Ghetto on Sunday morning. But I do think if you have never been to the market you should give it a try. As far a bargains there are plenty. I am just not a shopper. What is the name of your favorite restaurant on that side of Trastevere?
Lots of great tips there... I stayed around the corner from Campo de Fiori a few years ago with my family and walked everywhere, but disappointed that we missed all around Torre Argentina! Can 100% vouch for this being the best place to try to stay as apart from one day when it was raining terribly and we needed to get on a hop on hop off bus (wouldn't recommend it) it was really manageable, even for me who isn't the fittest person, all flat and it's just distance really. and it's worth walking as all of a sudden, you turn a corner and then there's ruins that you didn't know about! We were booked in to stay across the river from Castel San Angelo this year (but didn't make it) and would recommend that area as a good compromise between walking to the Vatican and also being within very short walking distance to Piazza Navona and then all the other places that are so worth walking to...
Thanks for the comment. The reason I like the areas so much is because it allows me to visit in Trastevere in the evenings, and everything else is not too far for the most part. The only real downside is the metro is not easily accessible. Since buses are readily available at Torre Argentina that makes it convenient. There are lots of good places to stay in Rome, but this just happens to be my personal favorite.
@@RozierRoma yep, 3-4 days in Rome and we didn't really need to use a bus or Metro once because we were staying so central. It was so easy to walk around being so flat... Some of the best food I had was at Campo de Fiori, Virgilio's... We ate there every dinner and breakfast...
Will be staying at Torre Argentina area this coming Nov, but I noticed there is no metro and probably too far to walk from Roma termini station with heavy luggage. I guess either taking a taxi or bus but not sure how much will it cost. Fantastic video, very detailed with lots of information. Thanks!
A bus will be very difficult with luggage and perhaps even dangerous with pickpockets. If you take a taxi from Termini, it’s gonna cost around €10-€15 and from the airport directly to your hotel or Airbnb 50 flat euros the biggest disadvantage of the area near here is that there is no metro. Things are walkable, but if you don’t like walking, it may be better to look for a place in the Monti neighborhood. Very nice area as well and there are two metro stations there making it easy to get to many things again if you don’t mind walking the area, you chose is very nice and central.
Your video is incredible. I really felt like l was there. Thank you so much. I love the live videos with the map. I’ve never seen anyone do that before. Awesome.
It's really excellent. I've stayed in a hotel in Pantheon Square. While we picked up a bus in Argentine Square, little did we know whatled beyond. Thanks
I think this is the best “Best place to stay in Rome” RUclips. Others I watched gave the normal 8 places which cover most Rome, which doesn’t help much. I have studied in detail and I came to a very close proximity as your recommendation. I had mine at Basilica di Sant’ Andrea 😊. Within 1km (12 mins) covers 90% and 1.5 km radius (18 mins walk) covers 99% of Rome attractions. Monti or Prati is near to one attraction but far from the rest. Termin, Spanish steps are >2.5km from Trastevere or Campo area, which is probably too far to walk.
You have done your homework I appreciate that. Campo de’ Fiori offers may not be the exact center but with its proximity to transportation and sights. Plus a relatively quiet area, you should give it some consideration. Once you understand all the things close by and it sounds like you do, it makes a great home base.once they get line c metro open Monti will be much more appealing
@@RozierRoma if I stayed in Trastevere for a more quiet environment will there be a way to get to central part quick (taxi buses or Uber)? Also I would love to know the most economical way to draw Euros from ATMs in Rome if I have debit cards from American banks ? Thank you!
Many of the bank ATMs do not charge a fee so I try to only withdraw from bank ATMs. Also use google to find ATM near you and ready reviews from other users.. 90% of all stores and restaurants accept ATM with no mark up so you do not need as much cash on hand as you used to. Trastevere is a great neighborhood to stay in but try to stay within a couple hundred meters of the Tiber. I personally try to stay close to Piazza Santa Maria. Just out on the main road there are Taxis and along the river many buses heading to the station or to the Vatican. You will end up walking a bit more staying in Trastevere but it is a good trade off. It is still easy to walk across the river to most of the sights.
We’re regularly go to Rome, and over the years we have figured out that we prefer staying on the lower part of Via Cavour, mainly because we enjoy walking back via the forum, it’s so spectacular by night.
I love the Imperial Forum. Yah if you stay on the west end of Via Cavour it does have the advantage of that and access to the metro is just down the street. Have you stayed in the Trastevere area yet?.
Lots of planning to do between now and then. Remember book your hotels and Airbnb early if you are going during peak season. You’ll save a lot of money on your place and you’ll have the best selection by booking 4 to 6 months in advance if you’re going off-season, you can just kind of fly by the city of your pants in December, January and February no need to book early. I like booking just a few days in advance as you often get good discounts for last minute but that’s not the case during high season. I hope you have a great trip.
You may be right for a shorter visit or a first visit but I spent a month near Trastavere station last year and it was great. Less easy access to the Centre but... opened up the whole Testaccio area and Marconi plus Trastevere. This year, i am presently staying near San Paolo metro. Really easy access by metro and this time, Garbatella. Were I to come again, i would try to find in Garbatella. But first time, centro all the way, as you say.
Thanks for all the added suggestions. It is fun to explore Rome and the best way to do that is change up the areas you stay in. I think the best location for ease of getting to everything is the Largo Argentina area but like you said there are other great areas. I find myself staying more often in Trastevere near Santa Maria. Just curious what do you like best about Testacio area? I get that there are some very good restaurants there but it is not as walker friendly and Trastevere, and lacks its charm. What am I missing?
@@RozierRoma The "Mercato Nuovo" is really neat and near Mt Testaccio there is a "semi-buried" area with one or two restaurants that look like a throw back to 1940's, haunting. Yesterday discovered Basilica San Bosco area (it features in the background of '40's-50's movies). The church and surrounding apt. buildings all match in 1930's facist (rational) architecture? (Must look it up). Fascinating. And then down Viale Giulia Agricola to Parco dei Acquadotti. Beautiful. But you are quite right in your choice of a central location. I just like to explore.. mostly based on movies and books. Ciao.
Wow! I missed so much of this during my Rome visit. I also never found a great restaurant. Now, I have another reason to go again. Thank you for this GREAT, informative video!
Now I so want to see the City again! I loved the weekly market on the street outside our hotel (a few blocks from Snta Maria Maggiore), and the corner fountain, always flowing, I imagined for 2000 years. Who knows, as the fountains in Herculaneum were also flowing, that rainy January.
Leaving tomorrow for Rome (then after 10 days heading to Malta) by coincidence, we are staying 150 meters from your "ground Zero" at Casa Santa Lucia Filippini. Thanks for the tips, I will have access to my cell and can research many of these sites later this week. Thanks
Thank you for the excellent video. We stayed at a hotel next to the Palazzo Montecitorio (Chamber of Deputies). It was nice and clean with good service and convenient enough to get around.
Thanks for watching. Sounds like you stayed just a bit north of Torre Argentina. Rome is a great city! I am working on a video about Trastevere and it being the best place to base from for returning visitors.
Great and practical video! 40+ years ago, when I was a grad student in Rome, I stayed way outside of the downtown. 1 hour by bus from the Vatican City. Very slow and annoying commute, buses were always packed. What was worse, there was a bus drivers’ strike like half of the time. Then what! I haven’t been back ever since, so I can’t tell if strikes are still a daily occurence. If they are, one more thing to consider when picking up a place to stay.
The last time I stayed over by the Vatican was during the G 20 summit about a year or so ago and everything shut down buses and metro for three or four days. Taxis were so busy was hard to get a taxi so we had to walk everywhere. It was a pain. Strikes do happen I do not think it is as often as it used to be, but they do still happen.
My stay in 2021 was at a hotel just at the exit of the Termini station. Being right next to the main bus park, I found it very convenient for buses as well as the metro.
Great city , stayed in the Prati for 5 nights - loved it. When I was in Amsterdam we hit a restaurant were most of the staff is from Roma - we told them how much we loved their city , he thanked us. Great people , great food , great history , terrible parking!
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Trastevere is a great place to stay. I’m 75 and had no problems walking to many historic sites from Trastevere. A taxi can whisk you to site further away. As a home base, we found wonderful restaurants and walked the neighborhood feeling safe and happy. We stayed at the Santa Maria Hotel. It was secure, quiet, and beautiful. I love Rome and hope to return to Trastevere.
I stayed at Santa Maria Hotel about 20 years ago. I was by there the other day and it is still a beautiful place. I love Trastevere as well!
I was shocked how great Trastevere was. May weather was fantastic and could have easily just stayed walking in a couple square miles of the neighborhood because there was so much to do and eat. lol
I love how you intermix the maps and the live shots. You have great commentary also.
Thank you.
I appreciate the comment.
I was about to say something similar.
This video is a must for anyone visiting Rome . the Birds Eye view of all the sites is the best way to plan your Rome adventure!
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This was the most comprehensive travel video I have ever seen. What a fabulous insight you have given everyone. Thank you so much for your time and effort.
I really appreciate your comment. If you make it to Rome please let me know what you think of the area. Having a great location in Rome will make your trip much more memorable
I've lived and worked in Florence for the past 34 years, and I used to train down to Rome two or three times a year (Rome is the centre of the universe-Copernicus was wrong!!). Your summations are excellent!!!! A Roma c'è movimento (and some of the greatest works of art)!!!
That means a lot coming from you. I appreciate the comment.
Very helpful video. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you.
Great to hear!
Now that I am older, I can understand your advice. I have visited Rome about 5 times. I was much younger than I am now and enjoyed walking all over the city and just stumbling onto different piazzas and people watching. Now that I am older and have a bad knee, I can relate to the recommendation you offered. Either way, Rome is just a beautiful city that is full of life. I want to go back.
Thanks for sharing! Walking is a big part of getting around in Rome. Before you know it you have walked 20,000 steps! Check out my new video is you get a chance.ruclips.net/video/qmrRUNZ81rU/видео.html
A brilliant summary of logic and experience moulded into a thought out reason while one can decide the best combination of access to the glories of this most special city in the world!!! Bravo kind sir for your holding our hand to make the right decision!!!! Also loved your use of technology to guide us!
Very nice compliment I appreciate it.
I'm impressed with the details! Genius!
There are many good locations to stay in Rome, but I think the location I outlined gives the easiest opportunity to access the most sites with the least inconvenience. I appreciate you watching and your comment.
Well done! I’m heading to Rome in December. Lots of good pointers!
Have fun! I’m coming out with a new video in the next day or so that you should check out. It’s about how you should spend your first day in Rome. If you watch it, let me know what you think.
Largo Argentina area is just OK for hotel selection. I find the area of Monti, including Via Nazionale and Via Cavour has nice, affordable hotels, along with the night life around Via del Boschetto. It is perfectly safe at night, and far enough away from the train station that one doesn't even know it's there. On the way to the church of San Clemente from Santa Maria Maggiore, also has affordable places to stay.
My wife and I stayed on the via nationals, 13 minutes to trevie fountain by foot. We will be staying there again in 13 days. Great location.
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Lots of good shopping along Via Nazionale. Nice area. Sometimes we like just being close to what we are familiar with. Next time if you are up for an adventure try staying closer to the Tiber River and Trastevere. Enjo your stay in Rome.
Thanks for the suggestion, I have lived there. Went to school there. Familiar with all the different areas. Now thinking about renting in Ostia to be near the beach.@@RozierRoma
@@RozierRoma we are staying at the Exe grand palace for our second time. We love it. 13 minutes from trevie , and 13 minutes from the colosseum. Thanks for the video, can’t wait to get there. Viva Italia!
Excellent video! Loved the combination of map and video. Very helpful advice. Historic Rome is wonderfully walkable.
Glad you enjoyed it! Rome is a magical city
Great video for those planning a trip to Rome! I love the way you explained it with the map overview.
I really appreciate the comment. I’m new to this stuff so the encouragement helps. Thanks.
I have been going to Rome for years and always stay at the Hotel Accademia because it is just a few feet away from the Trevi Fountain and Via de Tritoni. Short walk to the Barberini metro and Spanish steps. Lots of good restaurants and shops.
That is a.very nice area with the added convenience of the Metro close by. I personally like being closer to the river and Trastevere. Thanks for the comment.
Here is a link to a blog post you may find interesting. rozierroama.com/blog/best-location-to-stay-in-rome
Thanks for the advice. I have been to Rome 6 times and always stay near villa Borghese didn't know some of these areas you mentioned. I will try it on my next visit.
Villa Borghese is a beautiful park and the nearby Piazza del Popolo and Spanish Steps are nice areas but I think next time if you try southwest closer to Campo dei Fiori you will like it. If you are looking for a best overall neighborhood since you have seen most of the sight I would recommend Trastevere near Piazza di Santa Maria.
@@RozierRoma yes I will do that sounds interesting. thanks.
What a great video with best recommendation and explanation!!! So helpful, and I do agree with you!!
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed the video. And thanks for the comment.
Great video. I walked with our group all over. You have put things and places in better perspective. Thank you. Much appreciated.
Sure, I am glad you liked it.
The best explained video I’ve ever seen, would love to watch more of your videos explained with maps if you have any of other major cities in Italy like Florence etc…
I am working on a few and I hope they are even better. Trying to make each video just a little better than the last.
That was really great! I loved the views on the map and then going to the locations to see what it looks like in reality! I don't know the Jewish Quarter and more to the southeast of Piazza Navona, but you've given me a lot of new ideas for my next trip! The University of WA has had a location at Campo deli Fiori since before 1986 when I studied there. I have been back several times and love that city because there is something new around every corner! Thanks for the memories and future ones I want to make with your suggestions!
That is great. If you do visit the Jewish Ghetto there is a Jewish bakery that has been selling pastries for over 300 years and worth a visit. I’m glad you liked the video
@@RozierRoma I love a great bakery, not to mention an artisianal gelato a day is required while on vacation!
They sell something they call pizza but not to be confused with Italian pizza. Be sure to try it. They open early but the pizza is usually not ready until about 9am. Also it is closed on Saturdays. One last thing there is no sign in front of the store, just look for the line and that will be the place.
They say it takes more than one lifetime to see Rome.
I liked the video, very informative and entertaining. You have a lot of information on Italy and I think it’s great you also speak the language.
Sure glad you enjoyed the video and found it informative and entertaining! I am still trying to get this editing and videoing down better.
Great video... I stayed very close to Piazza del Popolo and found most of the attractions within walking distance.
Nice area and the metro is close by. Great park there also. Next time try the area nears torre Argentina and let me know what you think
AAA fantastic video to learn about Rome!!!!
Thanks, More to come!
THANK YOU!!! Valuable advice! Gonna watch the other videos now!
Awesome! Thank you!
We just returned from Rome four days ago (September 19th). The point of your message is right on point. We stayed 1/2 block north of Piazza Navona at Gigli d'Oro Suites. Great location. We walked everywhere from that location for five days. No taxi's or buses. Nice video.
This was my first video of this style. I just made another that I think I improved. If you get a chance take a look.ruclips.net/video/qmrRUNZ81rU/видео.html
This is by far the best video I've seen about Rome. Grazie😃
Wow, thank you!.
I’ve seen tons of videos on Rome and I have to say yours is the best! Thank you very much for this!
Wow, thank you!
This video is remarkably well done. Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
This is an excellent video! Thank you so much!
Thank you. I created a few other videos that you should take a look at as well regarding different locations to base your trip out of it. Rome.
Agree completely - stayed in Rome a number of times, and staying by Torre Argentina was the most convenient place I've stayed.
I appreciate the comment. I’m currently making a video about Trastevere. Have you ever stayed there?
This is a really great video from someone that is obviously experienced, so much great information. My wife and I stayed for 10 days over near the Vatican and you are right it feels disconnected from the touristy areas and that wasn't our intention, however it made all the difference in our stay. We loved not seeing so many tourists and eating where their as mostly locals. The cost of eating was a little cheaper, less crowded, and a lot more opportunities to practice Italian. It is not for couples that don't want to get 10K - 20K steps in a day though :). Thanks great job!
If you go back give Trastevere a try. Thanks for watching
We always stay in Prati. Easy access to metro. Also the SIT bus stops near we’re we always stay and we love the restaurants in the area
@ArcheryGeek is the area you stayed at known as Prati? We have older folks going with us, so are there bus/metro options from where you stayed to the top sights? Trying to avoid the tourist crowds and practice my Italian :-)
@@allisonwilliams3512 parati, yes. I stayed near the Tiber, closest landmark would be one of Rome’s best kept secrets ~ gelateria la romana you can find it on google maps. The subway is not convenient for elderly but buses are easy to get to, I didn’t take them and walked everywhere. The walk to the Vatican is very nice through shopping district. In my opinion this area is for enjoying Rome from arms length and maybe for people that love to enjoy walking and exploring. Hope that helps
Wow! Great video! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it
really helpful tips, clear explanation, I will definitely follow your advice :)
I hope you have a great trip. Part of it is understanding what there is to see and do and the other how to get there. Staying in a central location makes the how much easier.
Locondo Barberini , and Hotel Imperiale with its Metro nearby are also good choices
Being close to the metro can be a big plus. I prefer to stay closer to Trastevere and the Tiber river as I spend most evenings there. The biggest advantage to Barberini is the Metro with its connections to Vatican, colosseum, Spanish steps, Aqueduct Park, Circus Maximus. You almost have me convinced but I like Trastevere and the river too much. Sounds like both are good options.
Any hotel suggestions that are not super expensive in area you like?
Listen…ignore the haters or the complainers, people who see life through a negative lens will always have something critical to say. Keep your videos authentically you. Thank you for your video, it was extremely informative and helpful in planning our trip to Rome. I’m sure there are many beautiful places to stay in Rome, each with their own beauty and each servicing a certain type of person/trip. Your video fit the bill for us. 🙌🏻
I appreciate the comments. I am working on an updated video to show more about the area of Torre Argentina and Campo Dei Fiori.
Thank you so much for taking the time and making this detailed video using maps is such a huge help !!
Glad it was helpful!
Fantastic overview! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
I just subscribed after seeing this video!! Wow!! I love all the tips!!!
Yay! Thank you!
Great video. Thank you very much
Glad you liked it!
Scott, thanks for sharing all this fantastic information! I just purchased your Rome guide - it's sure be an invaluable asset on our first trip to Rome later this year ! Appreciate all your hard work - ! Much success to you and your wife !
Thank you so much! I hope you find the Rome Travel Guida very helpful. If you have any questions please let me know.
I stayed in the Parthenon Piazza. Very central, but a long walk to the coliseum. Short walk to the Vatican to be there early. Just strolled in each time, no line. Grazie for the vid. Subscribed.
in early 2025 there will be a metro connecting Piazza Venezia to the Colosseum and eventually Piazza Navona. Thanks for commenting
A very good video! Beautiful, informative and entertaining. 💙
Thanks for watching. Rome is a complicated city that takes bit of time to understand. I love the city and hope my videos help. Thanks also for the comment.
@@RozierRoma I think they do help. And for what it's worth I endorse the advice you have given. I used to live in Rome and when someone came and visit the town I took them to Trevi's Fountain, the Pantheon (through Piazza di Pietra), St. Luigi dei Francesi (church, to see the Caravaggio's), St. Augustin Church (again for the Caravaggio's), Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori and then Largo di Torre Argentina, the Jewish Ghetto ( I adored the video about it and the Forno Limentani, the bakery. How I crave for one of those pizza di Beridde!) and finally Trastevere. As you can see it perfectly overlaps with what you suggested. 😉
Sounds like you know your way around. I appreciate your comments.
@@RozierRoma Thank you. You know it better than me and would be a good tour guide. Keep up the good work ✌
My first time in Rome was in May 13 2023. I stayed in the Lh Royal Suites Terrace near the Largo di Torre Argentina archaeological site. It was very close to the pantheon and piazza Navona. It’s also near the taxi and bus stands. Very convenient location.
When I first booked an airbnb next to Largo Argentina I did not think too much of the area when I first arrived but soon discovered all the things so close I as I got to know it. Thanks for the comment
I'm staying at the Piazza Navona. Thanks for letting me know Campo Di Fiori closes about 2:00.
Enjoy your stay! At some point be sure to visit Trastevere while you are there.
We stayed at Navona Palace last May….fantastic location.. we walked everywhere… Cybo Osteria best spaghetti with meat and very nice waiters…
Have been to Rome a handful of times.
Have really enjoyed stays near piazza navona & in trastevre. But I a do agree with our reporter here -Argentine is a great locale.
I personally stay in Trastevere often as I love the neighborhood but I know Rome well so it is easy for me to get to things. For the first time visitor I think Torre Argentina/ Campo dei Fiori makes most sense. Thanks for the comment.
First trip to Rome next year. This has been VERY handy for my planning.
Great to hear. If you have any questions, just let me know.
Heading back to Italy in a few months. Stayed near termini last time and it was ok location. This vid just made me change my location idea for home base for a week. Booking very soon. Thanks for making this, great information. ✌
I really hope you like it. Here is alink to a map I made of the area.www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1NAr188dMIlFzlvDWTL2s57SQow3wHok&usp=sharing
Brilliant video, production is very creative .
Thank you very much!
Excellent video!! Very informative and to the point, I will watch again in preparation to our 4 day visit in Roma. Grazie mille!!
I have a few videos about locations, Here is one you may find helpfulruclips.net/video/qmrRUNZ81rU/видео.htmlsi=kINpD2eCqGyO9Klc
Completely agree! Went a year ago to Rome for the first time stayed on the jewish guetto just across the street from the liceo. best experience ever, in a month i'll return and stay in the same area
Rome is such a great city it is hard to have a bad time from any location but with a great location it just get better!
We’ve been to Roma 31 times twice every year. Our friend owns an apartment on the via pettinari. Which is right near this area. Rome is home.
Rome is special for sure! Lucky to have a great connection, nice friend
@@RozierRoma watched your RUclips Largo Argentina is extremely central for the ghetto bus connections. Can get to testaccio trastevere anywhere. Circo massimo Even the 280 bus for stadio olimpico to see AS Roma. The 280 goes everywhere it seems
Excelent channel, godsent, subscribed
Will see most of videos
Thanks, I'm just getting started! I have some very helpful videos in the works
We recently stayed at the Hotel Nazionale in Rome. Near the Pantheon, and next door to the best gelato in Rome- Giolliti 🍦 😋
Funny, that’s my wife’s favorite gelato place too. She loves the dark chocolate and cherry.
Yes that's where I stayed when I went in 2005! Great hotel, excellent location!
I booked for Monti near Trajan’s column. Seems to be a good spot.
If you are over by Trajan's column you are not far from Large di Torre Argentina. Nice area!
Thank you. Useful video.
Glad it was helpful!. If you have any question let me know
Great info very useful thank you
Glad you liked it
Definitely saving this for a future Rome trip. I’ve wanted to go soo bad.
Many people only visit Rome 1 time so best to make the most of the time you have
I am helping my sister and her husband plan their dream honeymoon (20th anniversary) to Rome and this is the best video, thank you!
I have a travel guide that I am not just saying it to sell you but I think it will really help with your planning. www.RomeTravelGuida.com. Use code END50 for 50% savings.
Great tour guide!
Glad it was helpful!
Fantastic video thank you
Glad you enjoyed it
Very helpful video!
Thanks. I hope it helps on you next visit
best where to stay video I have seen!
I really appreciate the complement, Here is one that may even be better. Take a look if you have time.ruclips.net/video/qmrRUNZ81rU/видео.htmlsi=lGvIPNx-XQXmYocd
I loved your video. Rome can be very confusing and hard to find your way around as it is such an ancient city. Your video gives a really good over view of where everything is in relation to each other.
Admittedly I was rather young when I was last there but my experience is it is a very walkable city as there is always something interesting to see and just going exploring with not destination in mind will open you up to seeing so many beautiful buildings.
In some cities you are constantly aware of the traffic and the noise for cars and trucks. I don't think that is the case for Rome as so many of the roads in the old area are very narrow. Which makes it so much more pleasant to walk around than other cities of the same size.
I lived for a short time out towards where the Olympics had been held. It was an easy bus ride in towards the Vatican where I could change to the metro if I wanted to but to be honest because I had very little money I more often than not walked it. It was also because this was before internet or smart phones and that was easier than trying to work out when the next bus was coming along.
Living outside of the old part of town meant food was cheaper and the locals were willing to help me with my Italian.
So all I'm saying is you don't have to stay right in the city centre to enjoy your time in Roma. Though if you only have a couple of days to see "everything" you might want to be closer than I was. Just remember it's not possible to see everything in one trip and if you are like me you will fall in love with the city and want to come back.
Very well said! Thank you for sharing.
what are good AIRBnBs to stay at?
This is absolutely spot-on advice on where to stay in Rome. I have been to Rome many, many times both for business and pleasure. I have given similar advice to others who are going to Rome for the first time.
Another point I like to make is that there is so much to see and do in Rome, that the more time you spend there, the better.
My other tip is that there is a different rhythm to Rome, and just hanging out and having a leisurely lunch is a big part of the experience. I recommend getting up early and doing specific sightseeing in the morning. This way you avoid the crowds, and heat in the summer. I like to concentrate on one area a day, and I think of the Pantheon or the area you describe as being like the spoke of a wheel.
Then lunch without having to wait for tables, then strolling around, having gelato, then back to hotel for a very important siesta, and then out again in the evening such as being in Piazza Navona at night.
I also like the area just to the west of Piazza Navona, near the Chiostro del Bramante, but thats not as central as Torre Argentina.
I enjoyed your video very much.
Thanks for sharing. Rome is a special city that should not just be seen but also enjoyed.
Bellissimo video complimenti 👍
Thanks!
Thank you! I was looking for lodging in the Trastevere and Monti area for an end of June visit but I couldn't find anything that wasn't either booked or reasonably affordable until I watched your video suggesting a new location. I found what I hope to be a great place next to Piazza dei Cenci / Ponte Garibaldi for an easy walk to Trastervere, in addition to all the other sites.
Great to hear have a great time
thank u for this video...super awesome, and i love the visuals esp for people like me that are directionally challenged but in charge of planning our Rome trip with little ones
Glad you found it helpful. I have several other videos you should check out when you have the time
Thank you so much for this video! I've been debating between a couple of AirBnB's, trying to book the best one for me and you just helped me a lot!
Glad it was helpful! Check out this video if you have timeruclips.net/video/dTGrLk4MVWg/видео.htmlsi=gRPMlEdVP0tqinZT
Makes sense, I have always stayed near Termini Station, but the only plus side is getting to your hotel room fast after a long flight…
With the flat rate taxi service from the airport for €50. The taxi will take you to any hotel in the city so next time venture out a bit from Termini. Thanks for the comment and watching.
Great video, we stayed in Termini area last April, and make daily trek to to Navona, Trevi, Spagna, etc. You are right, long walk and some of the area we pass is not lively. But Termini area itself is safe and lively, just no great dinings. I’ve never been to Travestere and will surely hit the dining spots there next time.
Next time if you make it over to Trastevere you will be glad you did!
I've been to Rome a few times. We know a Chinese immigrant who is going to Rome with her daughter. We just met for lunch and talked about Rome.
In China they don't study Chinese or Western history. Everything in the trip will be new. We discussed hotels and "how much can you see in the time you're there"
I just sent her this video. I hope she finds it as good as I do! You show the relation of the areas very well.
I hope the video helps!
This was an absolutely amazing video, extremely helpful information to have!! Thank you so much!!
I’m glad you liked it
🎉I’m so grateful to have happened upon your video this morning…I am feverishly planning a quickly decided trip to Rome. I hope I can find a nice place to stay near Torre Argentina! Do you have any hotel or air bnb rentals in this area?
I do not personally have any Airbnb but here is a great one if available for your dates.www.airbnb.com/rooms/14768240?source_impression_id=p3_1692914017_JcEBctBZGtGfQ0xP
This place is perfect! Enjoy your trip to Rome!
Maybe I am atypical, but I really liked staying near the Porta Portese Gate end of Travestere. . It's where real Romans live and its not nearly so touristy. Its so close to everything as well. If you are mobility impaired or just not up to walking over the bridges of the Tiber its probably not best for you, but otherwise I highly recommend it. If you are a cyclist you can ride along the Tiber bike path that gets you to some of the best parts of the city very easily. The neighborhood sunday flea market is legendary for good reason. In some ways the Sunday market its the most authentic Roman experience possible. Its overwhelmingly huge and bustling and crowded, but still highly recommended. You also avoid all the tourist trap restaurants as the neighborhood caters to locals and some of the best meals I have ever had in Rome can be found there.
That area is also very nice but kinda boarders sleepy at times. The Metro is not too far of a walk from there are yes there are some great restaurants in that area. I personally like staying in Trastevere but closer to Piazza Santa Maria. There are more tourists but also maintains its authentic. As for the Sunday market my wife LOVES it but me not so much. I would rather hang out in the Jewish Ghetto on Sunday morning. But I do think if you have never been to the market you should give it a try. As far a bargains there are plenty. I am just not a shopper. What is the name of your favorite restaurant on that side of Trastevere?
Yes, please drop some names, also of hotels.
Lots of great tips there... I stayed around the corner from Campo de Fiori a few years ago with my family and walked everywhere, but disappointed that we missed all around Torre Argentina! Can 100% vouch for this being the best place to try to stay as apart from one day when it was raining terribly and we needed to get on a hop on hop off bus (wouldn't recommend it) it was really manageable, even for me who isn't the fittest person, all flat and it's just distance really. and it's worth walking as all of a sudden, you turn a corner and then there's ruins that you didn't know about! We were booked in to stay across the river from Castel San Angelo this year (but didn't make it) and would recommend that area as a good compromise between walking to the Vatican and also being within very short walking distance to Piazza Navona and then all the other places that are so worth walking to...
Thanks for the comment. The reason I like the areas so much is because it allows me to visit in Trastevere in the evenings, and everything else is not too far for the most part. The only real downside is the metro is not easily accessible. Since buses are readily available at Torre Argentina that makes it convenient. There are lots of good places to stay in Rome, but this just happens to be my personal favorite.
@@RozierRoma yep, 3-4 days in Rome and we didn't really need to use a bus or Metro once because we were staying so central. It was so easy to walk around being so flat... Some of the best food I had was at Campo de Fiori, Virgilio's... We ate there every dinner and breakfast...
I'll have to give it a try@@chelakkthewookiee
very useful information，thx
Glad it was helpful!
We need a video on Piazzale Socrate-thanks for your insights
Is there something special about the piazza that you can share? I know it offers a good view of the Vatican
@@RozierRoma just a good start to the best overlooks in Rome
Will be staying at Torre Argentina area this coming Nov, but I noticed there is no metro and probably too far to walk from Roma termini station with heavy luggage. I guess either taking a taxi or bus but not sure how much will it cost. Fantastic video, very detailed with lots of information. Thanks!
A bus will be very difficult with luggage and perhaps even dangerous with pickpockets. If you take a taxi from Termini, it’s gonna cost around €10-€15 and from the airport directly to your hotel or Airbnb 50 flat euros the biggest disadvantage of the area near here is that there is no metro. Things are walkable, but if you don’t like walking, it may be better to look for a place in the Monti neighborhood. Very nice area as well and there are two metro stations there making it easy to get to many things again if you don’t mind walking the area, you chose is very nice and central.
@@RozierRoma thank you for your suggestion. Will consider the Monti area.
I made a video about Monti that may be helpful.ruclips.net/video/4ZYyzvta0Kc/видео.htmlsi=OOCW32K-VexhjWhF
This is a fantastic video.
Glad you enjoyed it
Your video is incredible. I really felt like l was there. Thank you so much. I love the live videos with the map. I’ve never seen anyone do that before. Awesome.
I really appreciate your kind words.
It's really excellent. I've stayed in a hotel in Pantheon Square. While we picked up a bus in Argentine Square, little did we know whatled beyond. Thanks
So true, without a birds eye view you would never know all that is just steps away.
I think this is the best “Best place to stay in Rome” RUclips. Others I watched gave the normal 8 places which cover most Rome, which doesn’t help much. I have studied in detail and I came to a very close proximity as your recommendation. I had mine at Basilica di Sant’ Andrea 😊. Within 1km (12 mins) covers 90% and 1.5 km radius (18 mins walk) covers 99% of Rome attractions. Monti or Prati is near to one attraction but far from the rest. Termin, Spanish steps are >2.5km from Trastevere or Campo area, which is probably too far to walk.
You have done your homework I appreciate that. Campo de’ Fiori offers may not be the exact center but with its proximity to transportation and sights. Plus a relatively quiet area, you should give it some consideration. Once you understand all the things close by and it sounds like you do, it makes a great home base.once they get line c metro open Monti will be much more appealing
Thank you for your video. I am planning my first trip to Italy and your video was invaluable!
Glad to hear. Any question? Happy to help is I can.
@@RozierRoma if I stayed in Trastevere for a more quiet environment will there be a way to get to central part quick (taxi buses or Uber)? Also I would love to know the most economical way to draw Euros from ATMs in Rome if I have debit cards from American banks ? Thank you!
Many of the bank ATMs do not charge a fee so I try to only withdraw from bank ATMs. Also use google to find ATM near you and ready reviews from other users.. 90% of all stores and restaurants accept ATM with no mark up so you do not need as much cash on hand as you used to.
Trastevere is a great neighborhood to stay in but try to stay within a couple hundred meters of the Tiber. I personally try to stay close to Piazza Santa Maria. Just out on the main road there are Taxis and along the river many buses heading to the station or to the Vatican. You will end up walking a bit more staying in Trastevere but it is a good trade off. It is still easy to walk across the river to most of the sights.
@@RozierRoma thank you
We’re regularly go to Rome, and over the years we have figured out that we prefer staying on the lower part of Via Cavour, mainly because we enjoy walking back via the forum, it’s so spectacular by night.
I love the Imperial Forum. Yah if you stay on the west end of Via Cavour it does have the advantage of that and access to the metro is just down the street. Have you stayed in the Trastevere area yet?.
@@RozierRoma We haven't stayed in Trastevere, we have visited it several times by day and night. Trastevere is a really nice district.
Loved this explanatory video very much. Very informative in a very special way. What kind of program do you use? Ut's awesome
I really appreciate the comment . I used Google Earth
@@RozierRoma oh really. Is that a special pack or just the regular google earth? And keep up that great reviews
Just the regular
What an amazing video! Thank you!
I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for watching
Wife and i planning Italy in 2026, your videos are very informative. Especially the Google maps accompaniment. Thank you!
Lots of planning to do between now and then. Remember book your hotels and Airbnb early if you are going during peak season. You’ll save a lot of money on your place and you’ll have the best selection by booking 4 to 6 months in advance if you’re going off-season, you can just kind of fly by the city of your pants in December, January and February no need to book early. I like booking just a few days in advance as you often get good discounts for last minute but that’s not the case during high season. I hope you have a great trip.
You may be right for a shorter visit or a first visit but I spent a month near Trastavere station last year and it was great. Less easy access to the Centre but... opened up the whole Testaccio area and Marconi plus Trastevere. This year, i am presently staying near San Paolo metro. Really easy access by metro and this time, Garbatella. Were I to come again, i would try to find in Garbatella. But first time, centro all the way, as you say.
Thanks for all the added suggestions. It is fun to explore Rome and the best way to do that is change up the areas you stay in. I think the best location for ease of getting to everything is the Largo Argentina area but like you said there are other great areas. I find myself staying more often in Trastevere near Santa Maria. Just curious what do you like best about Testacio area? I get that there are some very good restaurants there but it is not as walker friendly and Trastevere, and lacks its charm. What am I missing?
@@RozierRoma The "Mercato Nuovo" is really neat and near Mt Testaccio there is a "semi-buried" area with one or two restaurants that look like a throw back to 1940's, haunting. Yesterday discovered Basilica San Bosco area (it features in the background of '40's-50's movies). The church and surrounding apt. buildings all match in 1930's facist (rational) architecture? (Must look it up). Fascinating. And then down Viale Giulia Agricola to Parco dei Acquadotti. Beautiful. But you are quite right in your choice of a central location. I just like to explore.. mostly based on movies and books. Ciao.
Wow! I missed so much of this during my Rome visit. I also never found a great restaurant. Now, I have another reason to go again. Thank you for this GREAT, informative video!
There’s always an excuse to go back to Rome! Thanks for the comment
Now I so want to see the City again! I loved the weekly market on the street outside our hotel (a few blocks from Snta Maria Maggiore), and the corner fountain, always flowing, I imagined for 2000 years. Who knows, as the fountains in Herculaneum were also flowing, that rainy January.
Thanks for sharing. It is a magical city!
Love upur videos tks a lot
I appreciate the kind comment
Listened to your advice and booked a hotel just to the right of Torre Argentina , going in early Oct thx
Take the time now to learn all the things around you and you will love it! Have a great trip
Great video. Any hotel you can recommend in the area. I prefer walking if landmarks are easily accessible by foot. Thank you.
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Leaving tomorrow for Rome (then after 10 days heading to Malta) by coincidence, we are staying 150 meters from your "ground Zero" at Casa Santa Lucia Filippini. Thanks for the tips, I will have access to my cell and can research many of these sites later this week. Thanks
Have a great trip!
Thank you for the excellent video. We stayed at a hotel next to the Palazzo Montecitorio (Chamber of Deputies). It was nice and clean with good service and convenient enough to get around.
Thanks for watching. Sounds like you stayed just a bit north of Torre Argentina. Rome is a great city! I am working on a video about Trastevere and it being the best place to base from for returning visitors.
Great and practical video! 40+ years ago, when I was a grad student in Rome, I stayed way outside of the downtown. 1 hour by bus from the Vatican City. Very slow and annoying commute, buses were always packed. What was worse, there was a bus drivers’ strike like half of the time. Then what! I haven’t been back ever since, so I can’t tell if strikes are still a daily occurence. If they are, one more thing to consider when picking up a place to stay.
The last time I stayed over by the Vatican was during the G 20 summit about a year or so ago and everything shut down buses and metro for three or four days. Taxis were so busy was hard to get a taxi so we had to walk everywhere. It was a pain. Strikes do happen I do not think it is as often as it used to be, but they do still happen.
My stay in 2021 was at a hotel just at the exit of the Termini station. Being right next to the main bus park, I found it very convenient for buses as well as the metro.
It is very convenient but if you stay closer to the Tiber you won’t need to rely on as much making your stay even better in my opinion
Great city , stayed in the Prati for 5 nights - loved it. When I was in Amsterdam we hit a restaurant were most of the staff is from Roma - we told them how much we loved their city , he thanked us. Great people , great food , great history , terrible parking!
thanks for sharing
Another great guide! I can’t believe that you’ve been back so many times. Crazy. I’ve been back once. Did you get my text?
No text my number changed. I’ll send you a text
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it