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A church on a plaza with a fountain at sunset; people are seated around the fountain and at cafes.

Oct 4, 20267 min read

How to Spend an Idyllic Day in Trastevere, Rome

A church with a large dome at the end of a wide pedestrian street.

Sep 16, 202610 min read

15 Things to Know Before Traveling to Rome

Nuns walk past St Peter's Basilica in Rome, Italy.

Aug 12, 202617 min read

24 of the Best Free Things to Do in Rome

Archaeological ruins along the Appian Way in Rome

Jul 17, 20266 min read

How to Explore the Appian Way, Rome's Ancient Highway

Rome's cityscape from Villa Borghese Gardens

Jun 30, 20266 min read

1 Day in Rome: The Ultimate 24-Hour Trip

Experience the best of Italy as a family with this guide to the top things to do there with kids. AS photo family/Shutterstock

Jan 29, 202612 min read

The Best Things to Do in Rome with Kids

Villa Borghese Park in Rome. RossHelen/Shutterstock

Jan 14, 20267 min read

When Is the Best Time to Go to Rome?

Jan 11, 20267 min read

Visited the Vatican and the Colosseum? Here's What to Do Next in Rome

Visitors walk under frescoes in a hallway at the Vatican Museum, Rome, Italy

Jan 6, 20267 min read

The 8 Best Museums in Rome

Cityscape of Rome, Italy, at sunset in autumn, a view from the Gianicolo (Janiculum) hill,

Nov 17, 202513 min read

The 10 Best Things to Do in Rome

Piazza San Cosimato Market in Rome's Trastevere neighborhood. Getty Images

Nov 14, 202511 min read

Rome's Best Neighborhoods: Where to Stay and What to Do

L-R: Vatican City, Rome. Boboli Gardens from Palazzo Pitti, Florence. Photography/Shutterstock, Cheungjoproduction/Shutterstock

Nov 5, 20258 min read

Rome vs Florence: Which Blockbuster Italian City Should You Visit?

Here's how to experience Rome sustainably. Vojtech Petr/Shutterstock

Sep 13, 202512 min read

Lonely Planet’s Guide to Overtourism in Rome

A bus passes Rome's Vittoriano. moomusician/Getty Images

Jun 17, 20258 min read

The Best Ways to Travel Around in Rome

Rome skyline. Mistervlad/Shutterstock

May 30, 20256 min read

How to Enjoy Rome on a Budget

Catholic clergy attend Holy Mass on on the second day of mourning for Pope Francis on April 27, 2025 in Vatican City. Christopher Furlong/Getty Images

Apr 28, 20257 min read

Visiting Rome During the Papal Conclave: What to See and How to Get Around

Jan 21, 20258 min read

Traveling to Rome in 2025? Here’s What You Need to Know About the Vatican Jubilee

Some of Rome's ancient sites are about to become more accessible © Justin Foulkes / Lonely Planet

Apr 19, 20244 min read

Rome to Revamp Historic Center with New Visitor-Friendly Promenade

Here's how to visit Tuscany from Rome in a day © Cavan Images / Getty Images

Mar 27, 20245 min read

Is It Possible to Do a Day Trip from Rome to Tuscany?

The Archaeological Park of the Celio and the Museum of the Forma Urbis are the latest historical sites to open in Rome © Stefano Costantino / SOPA Images / LightRocket / Getty Images

Jan 15, 20243 min read

History Fans Will Want to Put This New Roman Museum on Their Itinerary

Rome's independent ateliers offer one-of-a-kind pieces © Getty Images

Jan 3, 20244 min read

Rome in 5 Shops: Handcrafted Leather, Ceramics and Tiny Treasures

Tourists lined up to enter Pantheon - Basilica of Santa Maria ad Martyres on the first day of general admission on July 3 © Stefano Montesi / Corbis / Getty Images

Jul 7, 20232 min read

Italy's Most-Visited Site Is Now Charging Visitors a Small Entry Fee

Rome's Largo di Torre Argentina includes four temples dating from the third century BCE

Jun 21, 20234 min read

Ancient Roman Site Where Julius Caesar Was Killed Opens to Visitors

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Owner of Rome 500 EXP day tours, Alvise Di Giulio, takes a group on a tour of 7 Roman gems in a 3 hour tour. The drive includes off-the-beaten-path spots, mysteries, miracles, legends, architecture renaissance gems, breathtaking panoramic views and archeological surprises which are waiting to be revealed.

Mar 29, 20235 min read

This Car Enthusiast Shows You Rome from Behind the Wheel of a Vintage Fiat

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Sep 7, 20228 min read

I Just Got Back from a Month in Rome... Here's What I Think You Should Know

Close-up of frying artichokes in a pot of hot oil

May 18, 20226 min read

A Vegan's Guide to Eating Out in Rome

A group of reporters and guests enter the Hypogea area of the Colosseum

Jun 29, 20213 min read

The Colosseum's Secret Network of Underground Tunnels Is Open to the Public for the First Time

Ancient ruins on Largo di Torre Argentina in Rome, Italy.

Apr 16, 20212 min read

Walk Through History as Rome’s "Area Sacra" Becomes an Open-Air Museum

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Jan 14, 20212 min read

The Tomb of Rome's First Emperor Is Set to Open After Nearly 15 Years of Restorations

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May 22, 20202 min read

Sinkhole Opens in Front of the Pantheon Exposing Ancient Roman Pavements

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