Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Rome.
Discover Rome's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from imagining the roar of the crowd at the Colosseum; to feasting on heavenly sliced pizza at Bonci Pizzarium, a revered takeaway; and stretching your legs in leafy Villa Borghese, Rome's showpiece park with grassy banks and rowing lakes.
Build a trip to rememberwithLonely Planet'sRometravel guide:
Our classic guidebook formatcontains the most comprehensive level of information for planningmulti-week trips
All new structure and design that's easy to useso you can navigate Rome effortlessly
ExcitingPerfect Dayitineraries help you create your ideal adventurewith suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities
Expert local recommendationson eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
Vibrant photography and mapsincluding apull out map of Rome
Get fresh takes on must-visit sightsfrom Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Sistine Chapel and more
Essential information toolkit containing tipson arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
Connect with Roman culture through storiesthat delve deep into local life, history and traditions
Covers: Ancient Rome; Centro Storico; Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale; Vatican City, Borgo & Prati; Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo; Trastevere & Gianicolo; San Giovanni & Testaccio; Villa Borghese & Northern Rome; Southern Romeplus day tripsto Frascati; Nemi; Castel Gandolfo; Grottaferrata; Ostia; Tivoli; Cerveteri; Tarquinia; Lago di Bracciano; Anzio
Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to theheartof this extraordinary city withLonely Planet'sRome.
Co-ordinating Author: Duncan Garwood Top Authors: Abigail Blasi Virginia DiGaetano, Benedeta Geddo
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Sri Lanka
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Spain
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Detailed Demonstration
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