An espresso shot at breakfast before treading the nearly 2000-yearold steps in the Colosseum, a slice of gourmet pizza served among jostling, exquisitely dressed Romans, a gelato in delectable Piazza Navona, ravioli for dinner near the Spanish Steps: the Romans love to eat and drink, so when in Rome… With nearly 3000 years of history literally under your feet there is so much to discover in Rome, and in the world’s tiniest state that lies within it: the Vatican City. Follow in the ghostly sandalled footsteps of a Roman senator through the Forum or tread the marble floors in the wake of the Popes in St Peter’s Basilica. Rome is certainly a city of big sights but dive behind the scenes even a few steps off the tourist trail and you’ll find another side of Rome: a black-clad Italian ‘mamma’ hanging out the washing, or children running home with the daily bread fresh from the bakery. Just watch out for that distinctive buzz - an approaching Vespa!
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Rome Highlights Trastevere - is a maze of alleyways, terracotta coloured buildings and restaurant lined cafes. It is where the Romans go for an evening out and is great fun. The Pantheon - often missed but a must see between Piazza Navona and Trevi Fountain. Believed to be the oldest building in Rome dating back to 120AD, the only light into the church is from the opening in the ceiling dome. St Peter’s - make the climb to the top as the views it offersof Rome and the Piazza San Pietro are breathtaking, not to be missed. Papal Audience - there are generally thousands of people keen to see the Pope and we therefore recommend booking the Papal audience tour. You will be sure to arrive at St Peter’s Square in plenty of time for the Pope’s blessing, avoid queues and get a good position. Catacombs - the underground burial site of early Christians dating back to the second century, you will see the bones of people buried there. Vatican Museum - if you don’t attend the Papal audience on a Wednesday morning then this is a great time to visit the Vatican Museum, as you’ll avoid the crowds. Water bottles - the drinking fountains are fine to fill your water bottles – unless there is a sign saying “acqua non potabile” Ferrari - for those car enthusiasts - visit the Ferrari Shop on via Tomacelli where you can buy a key ring for about EUR100 or a baby blanket for EUR240!
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