paddy

Director of Business Development

Need travel recs for Rome

A recent study from Business Insider claims that people who travel to Europe are viewed as 69% more intellectual than everyone else. So, I decided to book a trip there this summer.

I have most of my shit planned out, but I'll be in Rome for one night with nothing to do. Any recommendations besides the Coliseum?

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braintank

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Colosseum fucking rocks. Make sure to book a tour to skip the lines. We used theromanguy.com and were very happy. Caveat this was 2014.

Some of the best days were just wandering around eating. Particularly liked the Trastevere neighborhood, just south of Vatican city.

paddy

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Director of Business Development

Solid insight. Thank you my son

CuriousFox

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Please eat and keep a photo journal of ALL the delicious food you're gonna eat.

paddy

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Director of Business Development

Oh you already know it foxxy

Sunbunny31

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Only one night is for sure the Colosseum, which is AWESOME. There's a huge amount of archeological digs all around as well, which are also worth a look.

The Vatican museum is incredible, but is beyond crowded and there's nothing like being rushed past priceless works of art in the surge of humanity (wait, isn't that a Dali? And there - a Matisse...?). With only 1 night, I'd pick the Colosseum over the Vatican.

Much of Rome is walkable if you get to a core area - so the Trevi Fountain, the Patheon, the Forum, the Spanish Steps - are all in walking distance of each other.

In general: You MUST have gelato. Be astonished at the amount of graffiti. Enjoy the escaped parrots by the river.

paddy

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Director of Business Development

Thank you my sweet little angel. I MUST and WILL eat the entire city's supply of gelato even though I don't like it. But that's prob bc I've never had real Italian gelato

Sunbunny31

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It tastes best while eaten in Rome, too. Have a fantastic time!

funcoupons

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Licking lemon gelato off my face and eating pizza in bed after we fuck in the middle of the Coliseum.

paddy

WR Officer

Director of Business Development

"I have most of my shit planned out"

^it's implied coups

funcoupons

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ok PADDY, just hammering the idea home. don't sass me or i'll spank u.

paddy

WR Officer

Director of Business Development

It's ok, I know you're just excited. Don't forget to pack our getaway briefcases and have the plane ready to go btw. I don't want another situation like we had in Peru...those were hefty legal bills LOL

funcoupons

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I'm on it. It'll be smooth sailing (and flying) this time, don't worry my tender little cherub. LMK which dress shoes I should pack for u, I forget which ones show blood stains the least.

NotCreativeEnough

Big Shot

Professional Day Ruiner

all of my experience with Rome is based off of assassins creed. so maybe jumping off buildings and killing the Borgia family?

paddy

WR Officer

Director of Business Development

Like I said, I have most of my shit planned out already.

Gasty

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War Room Community Manager

would love to see the "recent" study @paddy

stvck

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Enterprise BDR

I’m going to be in Rome end of June! I’d recommend booking a tour guide for the Vatican (it’ll help you avoid long lines), and use AirBnb experiences to book some cool experiences. We’ve booked a few food tours, pasta making class, and a winery tour outside of Rome in a place called Frascati. <br><br>Trastevere as noted is the coolest area of Rome IMHO (staying there) as there are a ton of restaurants and wine bars amongst the tight alleys.<br><br>

paddy

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Director of Business Development

Thanks!

SunTzu

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Legendary Historical Figure

FOOD. TOURS.

looper1010

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Solutions Specialist

I went on a food tour and it was the best part of the trip. In general, DO NOT eat at any place with English menus. They're usually tourist traps and there are so many better food options. I went in February and there were no lines to anything bc covid measures were still in place. Would check if you still need to bring your CDC card. That's enough to get you in anywhere.

sketchysales

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Sales Manager

Avoid Street hawkers, don't carry your wallet in your back pocket, and street performance artists are generally a cover for a pickpockets and will be working together.

sketchysales

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As for things to do, I'd see if you could get a local wine tasting experience

Gottapumpthosenumbers

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Biz Dev

When ya going?! I'll be there in July

fuzzy

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CMO (Chief Meme Officer)

Keep your wallet in your front pocket. Don’t wear a baseball cap (easy tourist giveaway).

Here’s my guide to Rome, especially if you have more days. Lol

Here are some tips, tricks, and suggestions:
-- Taxis: Not sure whether or not you are flying into Rome or what, but I figured I would take a moment to let you know that taxis between anywhere in the city of Rome and Fiumicino have a fixed cost of €48, while taxis from the city to Ciampino airport have a fixed cost of €38. These prices are also printed on the doors of the taxi. Do not let the taxi driver fool you and make you pay more (additionally, there is no “baggage fee” for luggage. ALSO, if you arrive at either airport, look for an official “taxi stand” in order to procure a taxi – do not accept any offer from someone (no matter how nicely dressed) in the airport saying that they have a taxi for you and that they are cheaper than an official taxi. They are a scam. (Also, if possible, just use Uber to get around within the city. It’s cheaper, classier, more reliable, more honest, and safer.)
-- St. Peter’s Basilica: Get there early. The line becomes brutal.
-- Vatican Museums: If you plan on seeing the Vatican Museums (which are worth it even only for the Sistine Chapel, but which could also be given a hard “pass” given your relatively short stay in the city), make sure you buy your tickets in advance from their overly complicated website. There’s always a huge line around the Vatican walls for entrance into the museum, but that line is comprised of only people who didn’t think about buying a ticket online in advance.
-- Colosseum / Roman Forum: Personally, I would give the Colosseum a hard “pass.” It’s marvelous to behold from the inside, but it’s also just as nice from the outside. My personal recommendation goes to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, which contains thousands of years of Roman history. However, regardless of whatever you do, note this: the Colosseum and Forum share a ticket, which is valid for a full 24 hours upon first use (so, if youbuy it at 1pm on a Tuesday and use at 3pm that day, it is good until 3pm on Wednesday). Also, the line to buy the ticket at the Colosseum is also ridiculously long, so just buy it from the Roman Forum and save yourself a few hours in line.
-- Basilica di San Clemente: I cannot recommend this church highly enough – it is one of my absolute favorites in the city. It is really three churches built on top of each other, and which dates back to the apostolic and post-apostolic ages. The modern (i.e., 12th century) church is free, but the excavations cost a small fee, which I consider to be absolutely worth it. The second level has beautiful ancient frescos, and the lowest level is just the coolest bit of history in Rome and in Christianity. Note, though, that it can get a little claustrophobic.
-- Catacombe di San Callisto: Catacombs located south of the city, out in the Roman pastures. Has some fantastic artwork within.
-- Catacombe di Santa Priscilla: Catacombs located within the city. While I don’t know if it’s possible for one set of catacombs to be “better” than the other, I like those of Santa Priscilla more, if only because it contains some of the most noteworthy artwork in Christian history, moreso than what is contained in San Callisto.

Below is a list of my favorite restaurants in Rome, broken down by region/neighborhood. Places noted with three asterisks (“***”) are considered exceptional and are highly recommended. Hope they can help you out.

NOTE ABOUT TIPPING: In Italy, all prices include taxes and gratuity (tip). Waiters and waitresses in Italy make significantly more money than in America, and their salaries are not tip-dependent. Additionally, there is not a “tipping culture” in Italy – it is not something that Italians or Europeans do. Also, at a typical/traditional Italian/Roman restaurant, tipping is not expected. Therefore, no matter what the waiter says when he/she brings you your bill, you do not need to tip. (In fact, unfortunately, many times restaurants will target American tourists and ask for a tip, knowing that it is customary in America. This is unjust.) Again: DO NOT TIP, and if you are asked to leave a gratuity, consider it an insult.

Vatican / St. Peter's Basilica
- Ristorante Dal Toscano: Great all-around restaurant specializing in Tuscan food (particularly Tuscan steaks). A bit more refined, but still great for families.
*** - Il Passetto al Borgo ("Da Roberto"): Very good trattoria on the famous "Borgo Pio" street near the Vatican. Their specialty is their "rigatoni alla norcina," a delicious pasta made with cream and sausage, originating in the town of Norcia in central Italy.
- Cantina Tirolese: German/Austrian restaurant that was a personal favorite of Pope Benedict XVI (you can even sit in the same booth that he'd always be at). Great if you want a nice change from Italian.
- Ristorante Perdincibacco: Simple, delicious food just down the road from the Basilica.
*** - Café de' Penitenzieri ("Wine Bar"): Located just off of the "Borgo Santo Spirito," this is a great little café. Neat little note: it's located in the same building as the headquarters of the Jesuits, a Catholic religious order.
- Bar Polese - Just outside of the colonnade of the Basilica, this is a nice, family-owned café with delicious coffee.
*** - Ristorante Joseph: It's a little bit outside of the downtown area (west of the Vatican), so a taxi will be necessary to get to it, but I was a regular there for 5 years, and it has never failed me. Definitely worth the visit, if you're feeling adventurous (and wanting something particularly "local").

Downtown
*** - Settimio al Pellegrino: Run by a nice old couple (and sometimes their children and grandchildren), this place is an absolute hidden gem in the heart of Rome. Definitely worth going to.
*** - Ristochicco: Prototypical Italian/Roman restaurant with great food. Noted for their robust selection of olive oil. Some of the best carbonara in the entire city!
*** - Da Tonino: Very small (even cramped) trattoria near the famous Piazza Navona. It was started as a place where neighborhood laborers could come for a hearty lunch at a low price, a tradition which has remained to this day.

Colosseum/Monti Area
*** - L'Asino d'Oro: One of my absolute favorite restaurants in Rome. I would highly recommend them for lunch, but dinner is fine, too! Their lunches, though, are special: three course tasting menu (soup, pasta, main course), served with bread, for €16. There are wine and dessert options, but they cost a little extra. However, L'Asino d'Oro has the best, and I mean the best, tiramisù, in all of Italy. Trust me -- I've had tiramisù everywhere.
- La Carbonara: Not to be confused with the La Carbonara in Campo de' Fiori, this one (not related to the other) is a quaint, small restaurant that serves very good...well, carbonara!
- Trattoria Monti: Very small restaurant that serves very good authentic Italian/Roman food.
- Trattoria Da Danilo: Same deal as the previous one: small restaurant with very delicious, authentic Italian/Roman food

Campo de' Fiori
- La Carbonara: Wonderful, simple restaurant with amazing pasta. Their speciality, as their name suggests, is their carbonara (pasta with eggs, bacon, and cheese).
*** - Antica Latteria: Very old latteria (milk store) that serves delicious pastries (if you go, try the "napoletano") and is famous around Rome for "cappuccione," or a "big cappuccino." It's been around for about 100 years, and the current owner, Anna, has owned it for about 50. It is, hands down, my favorite coffee shop in town (and a very unassuming one, at that). It's run by a friend of mine, a very nice elderly lady named "Anna."
- Hostaria Costanza: One of two restaurants located amongst the ruins of Pompey's Theater, the site of Julius Caesar's assassination. Just about everything here is delicious, in particular their "cacio e pepe" pasta.
- Ar Galletto: Fine, upscale restaurant located in Piazza Farnese, just off of Campo de' Fiori, with a great view of the beautiful French Embassy.
- Forno Campo de' Fiori: Famous pastry shop. Great for a snack or sliced pizza on-the-go.
- Da Pancrazio: Second of two restaurants located amongst the ruins of Pompey's Theater.

Largo Argentina
- Emma Pizzeria: One of the best pizzerias in town. All products are "super-organic," and their meat is sourced from the famous meat producer, Roscioli (see below).
- Roscioli: Roscioli is a culinary empire in Rome. They have a bread shop, a pastry shop, and a meat and food store (which doubles as one of the best restaurants in Rome). Can't go wrong eating (and drinking) here.
- Cafffè Camerino: Conveniently located just next to the "Area Sacra" (Sacred Area), where Julius Caesar died, you'll get some fantastic pastries and even better coffee.

Jewish Ghetto
- Nonna Betta: One of the best restaurants in the city, hands down. Like all restaurants in the Jewish Ghetto, Nonna Betta takes traditional Roman food and adapts it to the Kosher demands of Judaism, always making it taste even better than before.
- Ba'Ghetto: Second best restaurant in the Jewish Ghetto. Best carbonara in all of Rome.
- Ba'Ghetto Milky: Another "Ba'Ghetto" location, but this time with a solid focus on seafood.
*** - Al Pompiere: One of the best restaurants in town. Fantastic pasta, and the best "filetto al pepe verde" (filet with cream and green peppers) in all of Rome.

Pantheon
- Da Fortunato: Famous restaurant near the Pantheon that is as renowned for its illustrious visitors as it is for its fantastic food.
*** - L'Eau Vive: French restaurant staffed and run by nuns. So unique of an experience (especially at dinner, when they sing) that I can't not recommend this enough.
- Café Sant'Eustachio: I hesitated putting this on here, since this café is generally overrated by, well, everyone. However, it is famous, and, regardless, still very good. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth a visit.
- Armando al Pantheon: Another famous restaurant near the Pantheon. Similar to Da Fortunato in style and quality.

Trastevere
- Trattoria da Enzo: Probably the most well-known restaurant in Trastevere, and a very good one. It's very small, and usually very crowded, but worth the visit.
*** - Trattoria da Teo: With all due respect to da Enzo, however, I think this is a much better trattoria. And, in fact, I believe the original owners of Da Enzo left to open Da Teo (if my friends in Trastevere are right). Da Teo is one of my favorite restaurants in Rome, period.
- La Trattoria de Gli Amici: An absolutely fantastic trattoria in the heart of Trastevere. It's run by members of the "Comunità di Sant'Egidio," a worldwide community of Catholics who devote themselves to helping the sick, the poor, the elderly, the underprivileged, immigrants, refugees, etc., and who, famously (though without publicity), brokered numerous international peace deals throughout the time of their existence. I try to support these people as much as possible, since many of their workers were hired by the Community to give them jobs, support, etc.
- Dar Poeta: Delicious pizza in Trastevere. Probably the best in the neighborhood.
- Ristorante Romolo: A delicious, aesthetically-pleasing restaurant at the entrance to Trastevere. Has an absolutely stunning courtyard, as well as even better food.
- Le Isole di Sicilia: Delicious Sicilian restaurant. Serves mostly seafood-based dishes.

Testaccio
*** - Augustarello: The most “Roman” restaurant on this list, and a personal favorite. You get the most typical and properly Roman dishes here at absolutely fantastic prices. A place for the most adventurous – you won’t be disappointed.
*** - Osteria degli Amici: A slightly “finer” restaurant, you’ll get upscale versions of typical Roman dishes, without losing value for your money.
*** - Flavio al Velavevodetto: A truly unique place, as it’s built into “Monte Testaccio,” a “mountain” built out of old ceremics and pottery (not entirely easy to distinguish nowadays). A great restaurant nonetheless, with delicious food at good prices.
- Piatto Romano: Gives “Augustarello” a run for its money as the most Roman restaurant in the neighborhood. Maybe too adventurous for most. Still, offers great, traditional Roman food at excellent prices.

Kosta_Konfucius

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Wish I saw those earlier!!

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