Before you land in Rome, it’s best to learn and familiarize yourself with some travel tips for the city. Just knowing a few travel tips can make your experience of the Eternal City that much more enjoyable, and help you move around with confidence, save time and avoid common visitor pitfalls. Another way to enhance your vacation in Rome is by booking an apartment rental through Vacation Perfect – offering some of the most beautiful Italy vacation rentals.
What Are The Most Important Things To Know Before Visiting Rome?
Keep these tips in mind when you visit Rome. Bookmark this practical information so you can keep it handy:
– Trevi Fountain Access & Ticketing: Starting February 1, 2026, Rome is introducing a small ticket fee (about €2) for visitors who want to stand on the stone steps right next to the Trevi Fountain and toss a coin – a famous tradition for good luck. You can still view and photograph the fountain from the piazza for free, and after evening hours access is typically unrestricted.
– Book Major Tours & Experiences in Advance: Popular experiences like the Colosseum, Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel sell out quickly, especially in spring and summer. Booking ahead—often months before your trip—will help you skip long lines, secure the time slots you want and ensure you don’t miss out entirely. For curated tours in Rome, check out our hand-picked Rome tours and experiences.
– Travel Insurance: While not mandatory, travel insurance brings peace of mind. Options typically cover trip cancellation, missed connections, lost luggage and emergency medical assistance.
– Flying To And From Rome: International flights arrive at Fiumicino Airport (FCO). It’s well connected by train (Leonardo Express) and shuttle buses into the city.
– Arriving in Rome by Train: Italy’s rail network links Rome with other major cities like Florence, Venice, Naples and Salerno – a great way to explore more of Italy before or after your stay.
– Currency: Italy uses the euro (€). Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) are widely accepted, but it’s smart to let your bank know you’re traveling so your cards aren’t blocked unexpectedly.
– Holidays & Closing Days: Rome observes national holidays (like Ferragosto on August 15, and Christmas/New Year’s), when museums, restaurants, and shops may close or operate on reduced hours.
Cover The Basics Of Visiting Rome
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