A crowd favourite in Rome: the Trevi Fountain
Rome is a state. The city is big, loud, beautiful and sometimes a little overwhelming.
Travelling to the Eternal City for the first time means immersing yourself in thousands of years of history, experiencing traffic chaos, hustle and bustle and crowds. Here are ten tips to help you get the most out of your first visit. Rome-trip - without any stress, but in style.
1. not everything at once
Rome is an open-air museum. Don't even try to see "everything". Instead, choose one neighbourhood per day - e.g. Trastevere, the Centro Storico or the Monti district - and let yourself drift.
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Caesar near the Colosseum 
Near the Colosseum Today a memorial against the death penalty: the Colosseum 
Sunset on the Piazza di Spagna in Rome 
The Spanish Steps from above... ...and from below The most famous fountain in the world: the Fontana di Trevi 
Via dei Conotti, the most expensive shopping street in the city A delicatessen in Rome 
ACQUA, water everywhere in Italy. Very refreshing. 
A cup of coffee and just watching. 
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2. shoes before beauty
The Roman is running. And so do you - whether you like it or not. Paving stones are no friends of sandals with thin soles. So pack comfortable shoes!
3. get up early - very early
The Spanish Steps without people? Possible - but only before 8 o'clock. The Colosseum without hordes? Perhaps at 7.30 a.m. The early bird doesn't get the worm in Rome, but the best view.
4. no cappuccino after 11 a.m.
That's not a cliché - it's the law. Anyone who, after breakfast Cappuccino orders is a tourist. After that, only espresso or "un caffè" please.
Panoramic tour through Rome!
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More Information5. water from the "nose"
Sounds strange, but it's practical: Rome has over 1,500 nasoni, small drinking fountains. Simply drink like the locals do - press your thumb on the end of the pipe and the water shoots upwards in a small arc.
6. google maps is nice - but better ask Nonna
Especially in the small alleyways, the advice of an old lady (or a random Vespa rider standing around) can sometimes help you better than any app. Romans know a lot - and are happy to share it.
7. tickets? Book in advance.
Whether it's the Vatican, Roman Forum or Colosseum - if you book online in advance, you can often save hours of waiting time. Food tours or Vespa-Organise trips better in advance.
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8th lunch break? Join in.
Rome is often half asleep from 1pm to 4pm. Use this time for a siesta or a long lunch with pasta, vino and a clear "do nothing" feeling.
9. no stress with public transport
Metro or bus - the network is okay, but not outstanding. Rome is best explored on foot. For longer distances: e-scooters or simply a taxi (but only with a taximeter!).
10 Rome is chaos with charm
Rome doesn't work logically. A shop is open, but nobody is selling anything. One bus doesn't turn up, and then three. Get involved. Rome doesn't want to be understood, Rome wants to be experienced.
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The Vatican
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