Getting Around Rome

A major touristic area is represented by Rome Old Centre, where you can walk, bike, go around on a scooter or drive a car. But the best way to explore this area is by foot, since driving will prove a nightmare because of the busy roads of the area. in order to visit other major tourist attractions in Rome, we recommend you to use public transportation which is not only comfortable but environmentally friendly too.

Explore Rome by Foot

Rome Historical Centre can be discovered walking, by foot, even if it has many narrow lanes where the traffic is most of the times very busy and some streets are covered just by gravel. But must of the streets andlanes are paved with stone, and in order for you to feel comfortable while walking, we advise you to wear sport footwear or shoes.

Getting around Rome by Car

If you're in Rome by car, personal or hired, you will quickly realize that driving in Rome it's not exactly a pleasant experience. This is due to high car traffic and also due to the fact that italian drivers are often irresponsible while driving. You will find many pedestrians crossing roads suddenly, without taking any precautions. Rome has many one-way traffic roads, slowing down the traffic. Therefore, it's wise to park your car near the hotel and get around Rome by bus or Metro (Underground).

Getting around Rome by bus

ATAC - Rome Public Transportation Company, has its terminals at Largo Argentina, Piazza San Silvestro, Piazza Venezia or Termini. To find your way in Rome you need local maps available at any kiosk (Giornali). In the bus stations or bus stops ("fermata" in italian) you will find graphical schemes of all the bus services and their itineraries. Bus tickets can be obtained from any newspaper kiosk (giornali) or any tobacco shop (tabaccheria). Ticket machines are available only in the main bus stations across Rome. The ticket must be validated/stamped in the bus and are valid for 75 minutes.

Getting around Rome by Metro (Underground)

There are two Subway railways in Rome and their common Station is Termini, where you can get links to Romes' suburbs. If you are heading towards any tourist attraction in Rome, you must know at which station to get off the metro; These stations are: Piazza di Spagna (for the Spanish steps in Rome), Colosseum, San Paolo (for the basilica), Ottaviano (for San Pietro) and Cipro (for the Vatican Museums).

Getting around Rome by Taxi

Taxi cabs in Rome are white, like in most italian cities, and "taxi" must be marked on the car. Taxis in Rome are available in front of all airports, train stations, important public squares or tourist attraction areas. The taxi fares in Rome start from 2 Euro for the engine start plus 50 eurocents for every km. Expect to pay extra when you have large luggage with you and you travel between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM and on Sundays, as well as for the Airport travels.

In Rome, By boat

Batelli di Roma offer boat services in Rome and you can embark at the Tiberian Island and get off at Ponte Duca d'Aosta. Boats leave ports every hour, between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Car rental in Rome

Well, car driving in Rome is definitely not recommended. But if you need to visit any attractions at the outskirts of the city or around the city we'll recommend you hire a car from an International Car Rental Company, which most of the time has better fares then a local Car Rental from Rome. Most of the companies would ask you to pay an insurance deposit using your credit card, so have your credit card with you and of course do not forget taking your driving license with you.

Getting around Rome by bicycle or moto

Getting around Rome by scooter proved to be quite dangerous while some bicycle tracks might be closed on Sundays. Sunday will be the best day of the week for you to travel by scooter or motorcycle; you can hire it at "Roma in Scooter" or "Treno e Scooter" rental company. You must use a motorbike helmet while driving - it's compulsory.

Horse carriage tours in Rome

The horse carriages (caleches) can transport up to 5 person per trip. The horse carriages are available in many places around the city centre, and tours can be quite expensive, but you can negociate a better price for a longer tour. We advise you not to hop in the carriage before knowing the exact price for the trip you're about to make.

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