August 31st, 2009 - Travel To Rome : Traveling To Rome
The Ciampino and the Fiumicino, or Leonardo da Vinci are the two available airports for traveling to Rome. The Fiumicino provides flights from all over the world and is the larger of the two, while the Ciampino is the more modest of the two and is generally utilized by economical and bargain airlines as well as charters.
A variety of transportation options await you, from taxis and buses to trams or the subway. If taking a taxi you should always insist on the metered fare rather than a negotiated fare. For a tour guide, the right taxi driver can assist you, as you can pay them to take you around the city, as well as to all of the places you don’t want to miss.
In Rome, you can choose from tons of hotels that are available in a vast array of price ranges. If your hotel is in the middle of the city, you can walk to the majority of places you’ll want to visit, even though it is a large place. You may find that staying outside the city is a more economical choice, if you’re okay with riding the subway or bus.
When traveling to Rome to experience its vast and beautiful history, St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican are must-see historical locales. Roman culture’s famous architectural style is on display at sites such as the Roman Forum, Coliseum, and Palantine Hill.
For those with the desire to travel to a multitude of locales, buying the Roma Archeologia card will grant easy access to many of Rome’s prime sights.
If you are interested in shopping during your stay in Rome then you cannot miss the Piazza di Spagna and the Spanish Steps. This area of Rome is full of boutiques, antique shops, restaurants, bars, and more. All of these places are in walking distance to the others, and anything you may need can be found here. The center of Rome also has very lively markets that you cannot miss.
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