I’ve been to Rome twice, once with my family and once with a friend, and although both trips were completely different experiences, I absolutely loved both of them.
Rome is honestly one of my favourite cities in Italy, and I don’t say that lightly. There’s just something about this city that feels magical. You can spend the morning walking past ancient ruins, stop for pasta or pizza for lunch, wander through tiny streets in the afternoon and end the day with a drink somewhere beautiful. Somehow, Rome manages to feel both completely chaotic and incredibly romantic at the same time.
If you’re planning your own trip to Rome, I’ve put together a complete Rome travel guide with everything you need to know before you go. From the best things to do and where to eat to where to stay, how many days you need, the best time to visit and my personal tips from travelling around the city.
Planning your trip to Rome
A Final Note About Rome
If you haven’t noticed yet, I’m probably one of the biggest Rome fans you’ll ever meet. I’ve been twice, and I genuinely already miss it every time I leave.
I’ve also made some really good friends in Rome over the years, and they’ve helped me put together parts of this guide. Having people who actually know the city and getting to experience Rome through them has given me a much more local feeling when I’m there, rather than just seeing the city as a tourist. I think that’s probably part of why I love it so much.
But what I find most special about Rome is simply how much history is still there. You can literally just walk down the street and suddenly you’re standing next to something that has been there for hundreds or even thousands of years. One minute you’re getting a coffee, the next you’re looking at ancient ruins. It feels almost unreal sometimes.
And maybe I’m slightly biased because I love this city so much, but honestly, I think Rome is one of those places you can visit again and again and still find something new.
