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Things to Do in Rome (2026)
Start with the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Book a combined ticket online in advance to skip the long queues, and consider a guided tour to unlock the storiβ¦ ποΈ Must-See Ancient Sites
Start with the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Book a combined ticket online in advance to skip the long queues, and consider a guided tour to unlock the stories behind the ruins.
β² Iconic Fountains and Squares
Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain at dawn to avoid crowds, then wander to Piazza Navona with its three fountains. Nearby, the Pantheon offers free entry and a stunning oculus.
π Authentic Roman Food Experiences
Try cacio e pepe at Roscioli Salumeria in the historic center, or head to Testaccio for a food tour of the neighborhood's trattorias and market stalls. For a budget-friendly lunch, grab a pizza al taglio from Pizzarium near the Vatican.
π¨ Art and Museums Beyond the Vatican
The Borghese Gallery houses masterpieces by Bernini and Caravaggio, but you must book tickets weeks ahead. For a quieter option, visit the Capitoline Museums or the contemporary MAXXI museum in the Flaminio district.
πΆ Hidden Neighborhoods to Explore
Escape the crowds in Trastevere's narrow alleys, especially in the evening when the piazzas come alive. For a local vibe, explore the trendy Monti district near the Colosseum, filled with vintage shops and wine bars.
βͺ Churches with Surprising Art
Santa Maria della Vittoria houses Bernini's Ecstasy of Saint Teresa, while San Luigi dei Francesi features three Caravaggio paintings. Both are free and usually uncrowded.
π Getting Around Like a Local
Rome's metro has two main lines (A and B) plus a new line C, but many sights are walkable. Buy a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket from any metro station for unlimited buses and trams.
π Best Evening Spots
Watch the sunset from the Pincian Hill Terrace near Villa Borghese, or from the Janiculum Hill for a panoramic view. End the night with gelato from Gelateria del Teatro near Piazza Navona.
fwiw the gelato tip at gelateria del teatro is good but if you're walking through monti at night, fatamorgana on via dei serpenti does flavors like gorgonzola and pear that actually work. also for the pantheon, go right at 9am when it opens, there's like 20 people max and you can stand under the oculus without anyone in your photos. one thing nobody ever mentions is the keyhole on the aventine hill, it's a 5 minute detour from the testaccio area and you get a perfect framed view of st peter's dome through the priory garden gates, free and always quiet
honestly the sunset spots are great but the real move is aperitivo hour on the gianicolo hill, grab a spritz from one of the little bars near the fountain and sit on the wall facing st peter's dome, it's like 5-7 euros for a drink and the light hits the basilica perfectly around 730 in summer. also if you're doing the trevi at dawn there's a tiny bakery called pane e salame on via della panetteria that opens early and does killer sandwiches for like 6 euros, way better than fighting the lunch rush later. and for the borghese, if you miss the slot the museum of rome at palazzo braschi has a full room of old paintings showing rome before it was rebuilt, feels like time travel and it's usually empty
solid list, especially the roscioli mention that place is legit. one thing i'd add is the protestant cemetery near testaccio, it's super peaceful and keats is buried there plus the pyramide of caius cestius is right next to it. also for a quick cheap lunch the forno campo de' fiori does amazing pizza bianca with mortadella for like 3 euros, way faster than waiting at pizzarium. and if you're doing the trevi thing at dawn, stop by caffe vergnano on the way for a proper roman espresso, it's like 1.50 at the bar vs 5 at a tourist spot
Best Food in Rome (2026)
For carbonara and cacio e pepe, head to Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina on Via dei Giubbonari 21. A plate of pasta runs around 15-18 euros, and reservations are essential. Anoβ¦ π Classic Pasta Spots
For carbonara and cacio e pepe, head to Roscioli Salumeria con Cucina on Via dei Giubbonari 21. A plate of pasta runs around 15-18 euros, and reservations are essential. Another gem is Da Enzo al 29 in Trastevere (Via dei Vascellari 29), where the amatriciana is legendary and prices hover around 12-15 euros per dish.
π Best Pizza by the Slice
For Roman-style pizza al taglio, visit Pizzarium on Via della Meloria 43, near the Vatican. Expect creative toppings like potato and rosemary or zucchini flowers, priced at about 4-6 euros per slice. Another favorite is Forno Campo de' Fiori, a bakery on Piazza Campo de' Fiori 22 serving simple, crispy pizza bianca for just 2 euros.
π¦ Gelato That's Worth It
Skip the tourist traps and go to Gelateria dei Gracchi on Via dei Gracchi 272, near the Vatican. Their pistachio and hazelnut flavors are rich and authentic, with a small cone costing around 3-4 euros. For a more adventurous option, Fatamorgana on Via Lago di Lesina 1 offers unusual combos like basil and walnut.
π· Aperitivo and Wine Bars
For a classic Roman aperitivo, try Freni e Frizioni in Trastevere (Via del Politeama 4-6). A drink costs about 8-10 euros and includes a generous buffet of snacks. Wine lovers should visit Il Goccetto on Via dei Banchi Vecchi 14, where a glass of local wine starts at 5 euros and the atmosphere is cozy.
π₯© Traditional Roman Cuisine
For offal dishes like coda alla vaccinara (oxtail stew), go to Checchino dal 1887 on Via di Monte Testaccio 30. Main courses range from 15-25 euros, and the cellar is a historic wine cave. Another classic is Armando al Pantheon on Salita dei Crescenzi 31, serving saltimbocca and tripe near the Pantheon for around 20 euros per dish.
π― Street Food Finds
Try trapizzino (pizza pockets filled with stews) at Trapizzino on Via Giovanni Branca 88. Fillings like chicken cacciatore cost about 4-5 euros each. For a quick snack, grab a supplì (fried rice ball) from Supplì Roma on Via di San Francesco a Ripa 100, priced at 2-3 euros each.
π° Desserts and Pastries
For maritozzo (cream-filled bun), visit Regoli Pasticceria on Via dello Statuto 60. Each pastry costs around 3 euros, and the line moves fast. Another must-try is the tiramisu at Pompi on Via Albalonga 7b, where a single serving is 5 euros and comes in classic or pistachio flavors.
πΊοΈ Neighborhood Food Tours
Explore Testaccio market (Via Aldo Manuzio 66b) for fresh produce and cooked food stalls like Mordi e Vai, where a sandwich with braised beef costs 6 euros. In Trastevere, wander the narrow streets and stop at Dar Poeta (Vicolo del Bologna 45) for a calzone filled with ricotta and spinach for 10 euros.
good list, covers all the bases. one thing i'd mention is that for a proper roman breakfast, skip the hotel buffet and go to a bar like sciascia caffe near the vatican. a cappuccino and a cornetto (italian croissant) is like 3 euros and you stand at the counter with everyone else. the pistachio cornetto is ridiculous, warm and flaky with filling that's not too sweet
for a dinner that's a bit off the beaten path, try trattoria da augusto in trastevere on via delle renella. it's cash only, no reservations, and the menu is handwritten on a slip of paper. the pasta e fagioli is 8 euros and tastes like someone's nonna made it. you'll sit at a communal table with strangers and it's perfect
also, the suppli tip is good but for the best version, go to arcangelo on via giuseppe gioachino belli near trastevere station. they do a cacio e pepe suppli that's 3 euros and the inside is perfectly gooey. most places dry theirs out but arcangelo nails the texture every time
yeah this is a really good guide, especially for hitting the classics without the obvious tourist traps. one thing i'd add is that for a truly local experience, skip the pasta spots for lunch and go to a tavola calda instead. try iari the vino on via dei banchi vecchi, they do a daily changing menu with things like braised artichokes or tripe for like 8 euros a plate, and you eat standing at the counter with old roman men reading the paper. it's not fancy but it's real
also if you're doing testaccio market, mordi e vai is great but the real move is the allesso di bollito from the same stall, it's the boiled beef with salsa verde on a bun and it's even better than the braised beef. costs the same and the line moves faster because people sleep on it
for gelato, i actually think gracchi is overrated compared to gelateria la romana on via ostiense. they do a crema di romana flavor that's like custard with a hidden layer of chocolate syrup at the bottom. it's 3 euros for a medium and they give you free whipped cream on top if you ask nicely
honestly this guide nails it, especially the Roscioli mention for carbonara. one thing i'd flag is that da enzo in trastevere has gotten pretty famous on social media, so the wait can be brutal. if you're in that area and dont want to queue, try la parolaccia on via dei fienaroli. the carbonara is solid and staff will roast you in roman dialect if you're into that vibe.
for a cheaper aperitivo that's still quality, check out l'angolo divino in via dei balestrari. it's a tiny wine bar with no buffet but they do a 5 euro glass of wine and bring you free olives and chips. way more authentic than the trastevere spots imo.
and for maritozzo, regoli is great but if you're near testaccio, pasticceria bocca on via di monte testaccio is a hidden gem. their maritozzo is 2.50 euros and the cream is lighter, plus they do a killer crostata too