Get Out of Town: Lucca
byEnclosed within its famous Renaissance-era walls, Lucca is a small, yet richly artistic city between Pisa and Florence, perfect for a relaxing weekend getaway from Rome.
Guide to managing the Vatican in a day
byWhen visiting Rome for only a few days, adding the Vatican to the schedule can seem a bit daunting. Yet, there is a way to manage your time. Here’s how to navigate the Vatican in one day (or less).
Essential Student Guide: Restaurant and Bar Guide
byOur selection of restaurants and bars in Rome that cover a range of cuisines and dining atmospheres all while fitting a student budget.
Sitenne Vintage Store
byIn Rome’s Esquilino area, vintage clothing shop and costume lab Sitenne awaits those who seek treasure troves of retro-ware, wool, leather, jewelry & lace.
Three under the radar piazzas in Rome
byHere is a my mini guide to three less-known piazzas in Rome that you, while not necessarily must, «may» see when you’re in the Eternal City.
7 (mostly free) unique sites in Rome
byRome’s vast variety of ancient architecture convinces tourists to trot around the city hoping to capture it all. Here are 7 lesser known sites to visit in Rome.
Marcello Mastroianni: A Life in Brackets
byNow on display at the Ara Pacis museum, an intimate look at Marcello Mastroianni uncovers the actor’s life and filmography through multiple lenses.
Palazzo Merulana
byPalazzo Merulana is a new haven of Roman modern art, five years in the making. It displays a permanent collection focused mainly on modern Italian art of the early 20th century.
Historical Dining Spots
byScattered throughout the city in areas like Trastevere and Villa Borghese here are a few Historical Dining Spots that can teach you about previous centuries
An American Guide to Italian Grocery Stores
byThere are many differences between the United States and Italy; the one I didn’t expect, however, was between Italian supermarkets and American supermarkets.
Back in time: A day trip to Viterbo
byJust 90km from Rome, Viterbo offers picturesque medieval architecture, good traditional food and relaxing spas.
From Paris to Rome: Impressionism Illuminated
byThe 19th century Parisian Impressionism art movement takes visitors back in time, with a larger-than-life multimedia exhibition featuring French artists.
Mercato Testaccio: a foodie heaven
byMercato Testaccio is a local food market in Rome’s Testaccio neighbourhood. It’s the perfect place for a lazy foodie day out with the locals!
6 Flea Markets in Rome
byThe best flea markets in Rome to get original, vintage, thrift and second-hand deals.