In addition to checking out cheap traveloptions such as cheapairplane tickets, discount hotel rooms, and cheap vacation packages, whengetting ready to go to Rome, there are a few simple travel tips that can makeyour trip all the more rewarding.
The following are suggestions on how to make the most outof your Rome vacation, according to Kaeli Conforti:
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Thereare magnificent works of that you cansee free of charge almost everywhere in Rome, especially in places of worship. Most Rome churches house magnificent works ofart. Be sure to check out the Caravaggiopaintings at Santa Maria del Popolo and Berninis statue of St. Teresa inEcstasy at Santa Maria della Vittoria. The last Sunday of each month the Vatican Museums offer free admissionfrom 9 am to 12:30 pm.
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Reservetickets to popular sites like the Borghese Gallery and Vatican Museums inadvance online to avoid having to stand in long lines. Consider purchasing a Roma Pass which comeswith a three day metro pass and entrance to sites including the Colosseum andRoman Forum via much shorter lines.
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Alwayswalk around with a refillable water bottle and umbrella. The Rome sun is known to be brutal. Free water refills can be enjoyed at any ofthe public drinking fountains around the city. Carrying an umbrella comes in handy for shade from the sun and in theevent of a sudden shower.
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Manytourists biggest complaints while in Rome stem from dealing with omnipresentsalesmen on the street, peddling umbrellas, scarves, knock off purses,parasols, and free roses. They tend tobe quite insistent. Avoid direct eyecontact, say no, and keep walking.
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If youare unable to find an acceptable hotel deal in the city center, than look intohotels further out that are near metro stops. The Rome metro is easy to use, with rides costing about $2 each.
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Budgetfor transportation to and from the airport. There are two choices: either cab or metro. Romes airport is 25 miles outside its citycenter. A cab ride costs about $62 eachway, which tends to be more economical choice for four people travelingtogether. However if there are just twoof you, taking the Metro makes more sense. The 45 minute ride on the Leonardo Express train costs about $19 perperson and deposits you at the Termini station.
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Leavelots of room to partake in gelato. Manyregard Romes gelato as the most delicious part of their visit.
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