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Palazzo Barberini's Secret?
You're not the first to hunt for it. The spiral staircase is real, but it's not open to the public like the main ones. It's in the wing that connects to the Galleria Nazionale, and I've heard it's sometimes roped off for preservation work. If you're back in the area, try asking at the ticket desk on a weekday morning when it's quieter, they might let you see it from the landing.
yeah the hidden staircase is real, it's a borromini spiral not a typical one. it's tucked in the wing near the galleria nazionale ticket area, but they keep it closed off for preservation mostly. i managed to see it once by tagging along with a small guided tour that specifically mentioned it in the description, check the official website for those they run them maybe once a week in the morning. worth a shot if you're back, the geometry inside is wild
nah you're not crazy, it's real but it's not really advertised. it's called the scala a spirale, it's in the wing near the entrance to the galleria nazionale d'arte antica, but it's kinda tucked behind a velvet rope. some staff will let u peek if you ask nicely, i've done it once
What are current tobacco prices for LM Blue or Chesterfield Blue?
tbh duty free at Riga is only worth it if you're buying cartons, single packs at the airport arent that much cheaper than teh tabaccai in Rome. also remember you can only bring a limited amount into the EU anyway so stockpiling has its limits
Chesterfield Blue usually runs around 5.50 to 6 euros a pack in Rome these days, though tabaccai prices are fixed by the state so it won't vary much shop to shop. Riga is generally cheaper for cigarettes but your layover time matters, if it's tight you might not have time to clear security and find a shop.
LM Blue in Rome is roughly the same ballpark, around 5.50 to 6 euros. One thing to keep in mind at Riga airport, the duty free selection isn't always great for specific brands like these, so if you're set on LM or Chesterfield you might strike out. I'd check what the actual duty free has before counting on it.