Getting the Best of Rome on a Budget

BY ONEIKA RAYMOND

This post has been generously provided by another author.

Rome’s year-round popularity with tourists, lavish cityscape and fashionable boulevards can give the impression that it’s an unrealistic destination for a traveler on a budget. In reality, like any city, Rome will only be prohibitive to those who stumble into tourist traps, choose to travel during peak summer months and don’t plan ahead. Here’s how to make the most out of a visit to this majestic city, without squandering your precious time or money.

What to do

Famous museums, galleries and other attractions you might find in your guidebook can have costly entrance fees, not to mention the added expense of transport for getting around them. While the Vatican and the Pantheon are essential stops on any Rome itinerary, consider some of the wonderful free sights on offer. Many of Rome’s churches cost nothing to get into and house astounding works of art that you can take time to savor at your own pace without being jostled by the crowds. Investigate the free walking tour which congregates in the Piazza di Spagna every day at 17:30 or indulge in some street entertainment in one of Rome’s idyllic city squares.

Eat like an emperor

In a city famous for its pizza and pasta, fuelling your holiday in Rome needn’t be a lavish affair. Off the beaten track trattorias offer a refreshing and rustic refuel for less than 30 euros. These little family-run bistros serve local fare, served in simple fashion and with buckets of charm. Don’t forget about dessert, gelato (ice cream) is served from the pretty ice-cream parlors on every street corner, and it’s just made to be consumed on the hoof.

Sleep well

After a happy day’s tramping the beaten trail, you need to sink into a soft, clean bed in an air-conditioned room; but it’s hard to get a good night’s sleep if you’re paying over the odds. Rome hotels range from sprawling five star crash pads to cute little pensione. Get the best value for money by checking your dream digs are well-reviewed before committing your card number, remember to shop around online, and don’t be afraid to mix it up. Staying in a couple of different hotels over the course of your visit can sometimes save you money!

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