Yet another late review, lolzsies!…read more Ah, the Spanish Steps, also a "must" for anyone visiting Rome and a prime spot for tourists wielding selfie sticks in every direction. If you're here for the history, great. If you're here for Instagram likes, you're in the right place. I arrive early (because I'm not there for the selfie stick chaos) and it is peaceful with a few locals and maybe a pigeon or two. But by midday? It is a full-on tourist spectacle. Influencers posing with their Fauxman Roman candid shots and street performers doing their statue thing. The real charm is just sitting on the steps with a gelato, soaking in the vibe. Sure, there are fancy stores nearby, but really, the steps are about the experience. Go early or late to avoid the crowds, and skip the selfies if you want to actually enjoy the view. Five stars for the views and gelato. Two stars for the chance to watch people fail at looking cool.

And now to combine all my pow--I mean individual reviews into one =P…read more Piazza di Spagna is the square where you can access: - Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti (the Spanish Steps) 135 steps built btwn 1723-25 which--in an effort to preserve them after several restorations thru the centuries (most recently in 1995),--the government has instituted fines for sitting, loitering or attempting to carry strollers or other objects up the stairs. These steps connect up to: - Trinità dei Monti, a 16th century church with double bell towers constructed under the patronage of the Bourbon kings of France, with Renaissance frescos decorating the interiors painted by preeminent artists of the time. Free entry and a functional place of worship. From the crest of the hill you get a broad view of the surrounding neighborhoods. - Fontana della Barcaccia (Fountain of the Longboat) sits sits at the base of the steps, a fountain that spouts potable water from both ends with a steady stream of visitors snapping pics and refilling water bottles. - Colonna dell'Immacolata Concezione (Column of the Immaculate Conception) at the southeastern side of this piazza, this Corinthian column of Cipollino marble stands 11.8 meters tall, with a bronze statue of the Virgin atop stepping on a serpent, the base flanked by four biblical figures that prophesied the Virgin's birth. While commonly posted on the classic list of things to do in Rome, I'd highly recommend a quick flyby only in early morning or late evening. During the day, especially on weekends, it's simply too crowded! (And that's me, coming from NYC, where there is a never-ending flow of tourists in certain parts of town!) On a late Saturday afternoon, I could barely see the staircase because of the throngs of tourists astride these steps. Over by the column, it was considerably less crowded. That being said, if you're in the area, I'd still recommend stopping by once for a look!

First we had drinks on the rooftop bar at sunset and then we had dinner in the restaurant. There a…read moreseveral different spaces here, ranging from beach casual to upscale dining. Everything that we had was very enjoyable.

Only negative is the restaurant hours aren't what they Internet says, how ever the staff is very…read morepleasant and friendly. Otherwise I'd reduce the rating for the incorrect hours of operation. However even though we arrived prior to them opening they let us sit in the outside dining area by the beach, brought us some water still and sparkling. They also brought us the freshly baked bread soon as it came out of the oven with butter and a meat plate while we waited. All comped. Which was very nice. I ordered the carbonera and it was very fresh, i asked for more bacon and the waitress came with so much i had to share. The views and food were great, if you're in rome and want to see a different area outside of the Vatican I'd recommend this area and restaurant.

One of my excuses for my yearly trip to Rome: Alici at Cancello 2…read more No need to worry about the looks of this restaurant - somewhere in this "trailer" is a excellent kitchen, producing excellent local food at absolutely reasonable prices. They are honest enough not to sell local seafood during close season, which makes them authentic. Suggestion for all Rome visitors: rent a scooter, visit Cancello 2 and the surrounding free beach!

Italian seashore and beaches are different from their Californian or NorCal counterparts in that…read morethey are developed, equipped with recliner beds under the sun umbrellas, cantinas and bars serving cocktails and beers... Bagni Vittoria (Italian for Beach Vittoria), on Lido di Ostia seashore, same as Victoria Beach Bar, a bar on the beach, offers lounging on the sand on recliner beds under the sun umbrellas, with a cocktail or a beer; or listen to the music while seating on the patio furniture on the deck... Relaxing suntanning or romantic evening with the music, it's your choice!

This is basically the large paved bus/tram station, parking lot and traffic and security vehicle…read morethoroughfare in front of Rome's central train station. Facing the station about a dozen or so bus stops are situated on the right side of the piazza, the parking lot is on the left. On the front left is a taxi stand. Directly in front multiple police and army vehicles parked there consistently, Italians seem to take security seriously in high pedestrian volume places. Two metro lines (A red and B/B1 blue) also run below the piazza, stopping at Termini, from which it's possible to transfers to other forms of transportation within and without the station. The several times I walked around or thru the square, it's never crowded, probably because there is no shade, most of the foot traffic is within the station itself. Overall pretty clean and well maintained.

A huge, beautiful park with innumerable interesting features. It has statues, a pond, restaurants,…read moresmall shops with coffee and gelato. Also, you can find a horse-riding ring, an obelisk and a carousel. There is a lovely spot that overlooks Piazza Del Popolo and St Peter's. Definitely worth a visit!

Built on the will of Cardinal Scipione Borghese in the late 1500s, Parco Villa Borghese (also…read morecalled Villa Pinciana) was the private garden and vineyard.  Since 1901, this heart-shaped, English-style public park has covered almost 200 acres, making it the city's "green lung," full of lush trees, monuments, gardens, and statues. My partner, our friends, family member, and I were fortunate to visit on a really clear, sunny day during our golf cart tour in September.  From the observation point on the western edge, the Terrace of the Pincio overlooks the Piazza del Popolo extending to the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, making a unique and stunning panorama in the world. It deserves to be seen, especially for the sunset!

Yes, yes and yes!! give them a try!! Ended up like family after going a few times ate outside and…read moreloved the vibe!!

I would honestly only recommend coming here if you're already passing by and want to do a quick…read morewalk through the aisles just for the vibes and funsies lol. Nothing really seemed worth buying since most of the stalls were basically copy and paste versions of the ones right next to them or a few stalls down (definitely a tourist trap). The market itself is also pretty small, so I wouldn't go out of my way to visit just for the market alone. However, if you're already in the area for breakfast or lunch, it doesn't hurt to stop by and take a quick look!