Trastevere
1.4 km from Piazza NavonaNarrow cobbled streets across the river, full of trattorias, bars and ivy-covered houses. Lively in the evening and within walking distance of the centre.
- Population
- ≈ 2,700,000
- Language
- Italian
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Best time
- Apr – May, Sep – Nov
- Nearest airport
- CIA, 14 km
Start in the square: Piazza Navona
Piazza Navona, 00186 Rome
Piazza Navona keeps the long oval shape of the ancient Stadium of Domitian, whose foundations still lie under the houses around it. Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers stands in the middle, facing the church of Sant'Agnese. Come early in the morning or late in the evening, when the square is calm.
Within a short walk
- PantheonPiazza della Rotonda, 00186 Rome300 m
- Trevi FountainPiazza di Trevi, 00187 Rome900 m
- Castel Sant'AngeloLungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Rome700 m
- Capitoline MuseumsPiazza del Campidoglio, 1, 00186 Rome1 km
Where to stay in Rome
Monti
1.4 km from Piazza NavonaThe oldest district, between the Colosseum and Termini station, with small shops, wine bars and a local feel. Very central and well connected.
Prati
1.2 km from Piazza NavonaCalm, orderly streets near the Vatican and Castel Sant'Angelo, with good shops and fewer tourists after dark. A good base for visiting St Peter's.
Testaccio
2.5 km from Piazza NavonaA working-class district around a covered market and a hill made of broken Roman jars, known for traditional Roman cooking.
Things to do in Rome
Colosseum
Piazza del Colosseo, 00184 Rome
The largest amphitheatre of the Roman world, finished in 80 AD, where gladiators fought before tens of thousands of spectators. Tickets are timed and usually include the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill.
Roman Forum
Roman Forum, 00184 Rome
The ruins of ancient Rome's centre of politics, temples and markets, next to the Colosseum. Climb the Palatine Hill above it for the best view over the site.
Pantheon
Piazza della Rotonda, 00186 Rome
A Roman temple almost 1,900 years old, with a concrete dome open to the sky through a single round hole. It is still a church, and a small entry fee applies.
Trevi Fountain
Piazza di Trevi, 00187 Rome
Rome's grandest fountain, built against the back of a palace in the 18th century. Tradition says a coin thrown over your shoulder means you will return to the city.
Spanish Steps
Spanish Steps, 00187 Rome
A wide Baroque staircase from Piazza di Spagna up to the church of Trinità dei Monti. Sitting on the steps is not allowed, but the view from the top is free.
St Peter's Basilica
Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Rome
One of the largest churches in the world, in Vatican City, with Michelangelo's Pietà and his dome above the main altar. Entry is free; cover your shoulders and knees.
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Viale Vaticano 6, 00120 Rome
The popes' art collections, with Raphael's rooms and the Sistine Chapel at the end of the route. Book a time slot online; the queue without one can take hours.
Castel Sant'Angelo
Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Rome
Built as the tomb of Emperor Hadrian and later used as a papal fortress, beside the Tiber. The terrace at the top has a wide view towards St Peter's.
Galleria Borghese
Piazzale Scipione Borghese 5, 00197 Rome
A villa full of sculptures by Bernini and paintings by Caravaggio and Raphael, in the Villa Borghese park. Entry is by booking only, in two-hour slots.
Capitoline Museums
Piazza del Campidoglio, 1, 00186 Rome
Often called the oldest public museum in the world, on the Capitoline Hill, with ancient bronzes such as the she-wolf and a view over the Roman Forum.
Getting there
Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
00043 Ciampino
14 km from the city centre
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO)
00054 Fiumicino
22 km from the city centre
Roma Termini railway station
Piazza dei Cinquecento, 00185 Rome
Main railway station, 2.4 km from Piazza Navona
When to go
Average daytime high and night-time low per month (2005–2024). Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
- 12°Jan
- 13°Feb
- 15°Mar
- 19°Apr
- 23°May
- 29°Jun
- 33°Jul
- 33°Aug
- 28°Sep
- 23°Oct
- 17°Nov
- 13°Dec
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 12 | 13 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 29 | 33 | 33 | 28 | 23 | 17 | 13 |
| Low °C | 4 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 21 | 21 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 5 |
| Rain mm | 73 | 78 | 72 | 51 | 55 | 35 | 23 | 24 | 68 | 79 | 121 | 89 |
| Rain days | 11 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 11 |
| Daylight h | 9.4 | 10.5 | 11.8 | 13.3 | 14.5 | 15.2 | 14.9 | 13.9 | 12.4 | 11 | 9.8 | 9.1 |
The year in Rome
The biggest events that come back every year, starting with the next one.
OctoberFilm
Rome Film Festival
Around ten days of new international films and premieres at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, with many screenings open to the public.
MarchSport
Rome Marathon
A route through the historic centre that starts and ends near the Colosseum, passing St Peter's and the river. Many roads close for the morning.
21 AprilCulture
Rome's birthday (Natale di Roma)
The city celebrates its founding in 753 BC with parades in Roman costume, re-enactments and free entry to some city museums.
1 MayMusic
May Day concert
A large free concert in front of the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano, with Italian bands and singers from the afternoon until late at night.
JuneFestival
Roma Pride
A large parade through the centre of the city, usually on a Saturday in June, with music and parties afterwards.
Practical information
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- 1 EUR = 1.11 USD = 0.84 GBP (ECB, 28 October 2026)
- Language
- Italian
- Plugs
- Type C and F and L, 230 V
- Emergency number
- 112, 113, 115, 118
- Time zone
- UTC+1 (summer UTC+2)
- Country calling code
- +39
- Traffic drives on the
- Right
Public holidays in the next 12 months
Shops and museums may close or keep Sunday hours on these days.
- All Saints Day (Tutti i Santi)1 Nov 2026
- Immaculate Conception (Immacolata Concezione)8 Dec 2026
- Christmas Day (Natale)25 Dec 2026
- St. Stephen's Day (Santo Stefano)26 Dec 2026
- New Year's Day (Capodanno)1 Jan 2027
- Epiphany (Epifania)6 Jan 2027
- Easter Sunday (Pasqua)28 Mar 2027
- Easter Monday (Lunedì dell'Angelo)29 Mar 2027
- Liberation Day (Festa della Liberazione)25 Apr 2027
- International Workers Day (Festa del Lavoro)1 May 2027
- Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica)2 Jun 2027
- Assumption Day (Ferragosto o Assunzione)15 Aug 2027
- St. Francis of Assisi's Day (San Francesco d'Assisi)4 Oct 2027
Rome FAQ
When is the best time to visit Rome?
Apr – May, Sep – Nov, when the average daytime high is between 17 and 28 °C.
Which airport is closest to Rome?
Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), about 14 km from the city centre.
What currency is used in Rome?
The euro (EUR).
What plugs are used in Rome?
Type C and F and L, 230 V.
What are the biggest yearly events in Rome?
Rome Film Festival (October), Rome Marathon (March), Rome's birthday (Natale di Roma) (21 April), May Day concert (1 May), Roma Pride (June).
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Last updated 29 October 2026. Spotted something out of date? Let us know.