Experiences labelled with 'rome travel'
The most common way to experience the Trevi Fountain in Rome is with your back to it. It is said that anyone who turns around and throws a penny (or a centesimo) into the fountain are sure to return to Rome one day. Although the Trevi Fountain's Baroque charm can't be appreciated from this angle, it does allow you to take in the whirlwind of activity that is constantly happening around the famous basin. Surrounded by gelato vendors, budding romances, and gladiators posing with tourists, the Trevi Fountain is a jewel of water and stone nestled into the Palazzo Poli. Trevi Fountain history recounts the construction of a simple basin in 1453 to mark the end of the aqueduct, Aqua Virgo, which had been used ...
You know you want to! Alright, so you're scared of the notorious Roman traffic. Understandable—but it looks worse than it is. Bottom line: Vespas are awesome little machines, and they were built for this city. Your sightseeing trip will receive a thrill injection, and more importantly, you can take in all the sights at your own pace when you scooter around Rome. As with a visit to any big city, Rome covers a huge area and has a whole lot to see. It's simple math to figure out that on foot you see much less. Granted, you can stop and smell the flowers while you're walking, but this argument wears thin by mid-afternoon. If you're travelling as a couple, just wait until you're both hungry ...
