Post updated April 16, 2017 The center of Rome is full of ZTL zones (zona traffic limitato – limited traffic zone) which means it’s inaccessible to private cars. Only taxis, vehicles with disability placards, and residents who live or work in the area have access to enter ZTL areas in the center of Rome’s historic center. Here we’ll go over […]

How can you avoid the “Tourist Trap” Restaurants and taste the authentic Roman kitchen? Come to Testaccio and avoid ugly surprises! Tourists in Rome are often overwhelmed by the enormous number of bars, restaurants, Trattorias and Pizzerias. How can you distinguish between a “real” Roman Trattoria and a bad copy with those corny checkered table […]

Visiting Rome for a few days and can’t decide between the Rome Pass or the Omnia Card? There are two cards in Rome that allow you to access the most important museums for free or at a discounted rate, as well as free access to public transportation: Roma Pass and the Omnia Card. The Omnia Card is slightly […]