A free walking tour is a good way to get to know a city, its attractions and a bit of history. When I was in Rome I went on one and if there’s one thing I remember the guide saying it’s that all around Italy you will see marble as their attraction, and that if you’re looking for gardens, you’re in the wrong place. I’ve come to realise this after spending a day or two exploring the city and the historic sites.
So what’s in Rome? Graffiti. I kid. From the airport to the city centre I took a bus (cost = €4) and I was just surprised to see tons of it. One of the main attractions in Rome is the Colosseum (cost = €12) and we passed by it on the way to the city, it’s that close. A ticket lets you go in the Colosseum as well as Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Usually the lines at the Colosseum get really long so as a tip, if you purchase your ticket at the Roman Forum entrance then proceed to Palatine Hall and visit Colosseum last, you wouldn’t need to fall in line to buy tickets and you can head straight for the entrance.
Going around Rome by bus is fairly easy and I bought a pass that’s good for 48 hours (cost = €12.50). It got me to the Vatican but I read posts that said it’s only valid in the city centre (oops!) and of course, within the city. I spent a total of 3 days in Rome with 1 day to see the Vatican so in reality I only got to go around for another 24 hours (give or take) and it is not enough. I would’ve liked to visit Castel Sant’Angelo and did I mention the Trevi Fountain was under construction? Oh well, perhaps next time.
Walking tour = Free (but it’s customary to give tips, €10)
Colosseum = €12 (actually good for 2 hours, if you buy online there’s an additional fee)
Vatican = €20 (purchased online)
Airport shuttle = €4 (one way)
Metrebus = €12.50 (48 hours)
Total (transpo and tours) = €58.50
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