There aren't many cities in the world like Roma. No matter which way you turn you set your eyes on imposing monuments, dramatic statues or lavish fountains. Walking around the streets today it is easy to envisage what it would've been like centuries ago when crowds thronged to the Colossuem, Caesar's foot soldiers paroled the streets and everyone was decked in sandals. Once darkness falls it isn't as lively as some other European cities, but if you don't find a bar which gets your pulse racing don't worry - the city looks twice as breathtaking at night.
Rome Weather
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Fri
Partly Cloudy
max: 16°C
min: 6°C
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Sat
Cloudy
max: 17°C
min: 8°C
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Sun
Overcast
max: 17°C
min: 10°C
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Mon
Overcast
max: 17°C
min: 8°C
Reviews of Rome from boo.com
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anonymous says:
“ good : at colosseum take a guide + entrance all in one (only 10 € extra and the guides are very good, especially DEREK with his juicy kind of telling history, and you skip the waiting queue).
Posted: on Feb 26, 2009 |
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paul says: “ I loved Rome. It's a place with great food, plenty of things to do and see and great people too. This place is steeped in history with a huge number of important events taking place throughout the ages, and you can still go check these places out! For example, you can see the ruins where… more
Tags: food, history, people, weather
Posted: on Feb 18, 2009 |
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brianhynes says: “ Great city, so much to see and do. Go a few streets from the main attractions and you will get a better deal. Need a min four days.
Posted: on Feb 18, 2009 |
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Best things to do in Rome
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Piazza del Popolo- What?
- Public Square
- Where?
- Beside Flaminio-Piazza del Popolo Underground Station
- Anything else?
- The starting point of the Via Flaminia, this square was generally a visitor to Rome's first view of the city. An Egyptian Obelisk from Heliopolis stands in the center of the piazza and there are a few fountains located around the square.
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boo rating 80%
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The Vatican City- What?
- The smallest State in the World
- Where?
- Near Cipro-Musei Vaticani
- Anything else?
- The home of the Pope and one of the most visited places of worship in the world with more than 25 million pilgrimss coming every year. The city itself is only 44 hectares in size and has a population of around 900.
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The Pantheon- What?
- Ancient Temple
- Where?
- Centrally located
- Anything else?
- This Roman temple dedicated to all the Gods of Ancient Rome, is the most preserved of all Roman buildings and the oldest standing domed structure in Rome. The building dates from 125 AD and was built by the Emperor Hadrian.
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Upcoming events in Rome
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Mar 28
Disney On Ice: Topolino e Minni
- When: Mar 28, 2010 (Sunday)
- Where: PalaLottomatica
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Mar 26
Disney On Ice: Topolino e Minni
- When: Mar 26, 2010 (Friday)
- Where: PalaLottomatica
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Mar 24
Disney On Ice: Topolino e Minni
- When: Mar 24, 2010 (Wednesday)
- Where: PalaLottomatica
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Recommended Hotels
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Le Petit Hotel(3 star hotel)- What?
- 3 star hotel.
- Where?
- A short walk from the Trevi fountain and the Spanish Steps.
- Anything else?
- Small property which offers 11 rooms, mostly doubles although singles and triples are available. Each room has air conditioning, satellite TV, hairdryer, internet access and mini bar as standard.Private bathroom / Ensuite Telephone
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Hotel Emmaus(3 star hotel)- What?
- 3 star hotel.
- Where?
- Located 100 metres from St. Peter's Square.
- Anything else?
- Property has been recently renovated and has standard amenities including en-suite bathrooms, satellite television, mini-bar and air conditioning. Breakfast is provided. There is a bar in the lobby area and the hotel has private parking facilities.
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Clarin Hotel(2 star hotel)- What?
- A recently renovated 2 star hotel with 21 rooms.
- Where?
- Short walk from Termini Station, near main attractions.
- Anything else?
- Excursions can be arranged through reception. WiFi available. The hotel has its own bar and tv room. A continental breakfast is included in the price.
Top Restaurants
Top bars
| Colosseum Pubcrawl | $$$$$ | 100% |
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| Wine Time | ||
| L'Enoteca Antica di Via della Croce | $$$$$ | 100% |
| Finnegans Irish Bar | $$$$$ | 80% |
| Tempio Bar | $$$$$ | 100% |
| Trinity College Bar | $$$$$ | 60% |
| Hole in One | $$$$$ | 80% |
