In many ways visiting Rome is a tourists dream vacation if they are interested in history, food, or architecture. The city is rife with historical monuments as well as fun and educational museums. Of course when considering things to do in Rome visiting the Coliseum should be at the top of everyone's list; this ancient site is truly a spectacle to behold, and tours around and in the structure can be purchased for a reasonable fee. Another ancient sites that is popular with tourists is the pantheon. People interested in architecture, art, and history, will all be enamored with everything that the pantheon has to offer.

Rome is very much a tourist town, therefore brome shopping is diverse and enjoyable. Rome is also widely known for its place in the fashion world and tourists with a keen eye for high fashion will love visiting many of Rome's upscale boutiques in both to buy the latest pieces, and to get a better idea of upcoming trends that may not have hit their home country yet. Interestingly there is a fairly healthy black market for knockoff designer goods in Rome though tourists should be warned that they will end up paying a hefty fine if they are caught by the police buying counterfeit goods.

Rome is a bustling metropolitan city built on top of a lot of historic architecture therefore the intermingling of the old and new can lead to crazy street designs that can be quite difficult to navigate. Car parking in the city is downright crazy and very difficult for non-locals; therefore unless you plan on going outside of the city it is always advisable to make use of the excellent public transportation system to get around. It is possible to car hire in Rome if your plans dictate a trip outside of the city, otherwise forget about driving and just enjoy the nice walk or a taxi ride.

Rome is a city full of fantastic dining opportunities finding a Rome restaurant that pleases your palate should not be difficult. Most people find a local Roman cuisine to be very tasty and generally categorize it under the broad umbrella term of Italian food. Though Roman food is quite distinct and very regional chances are if you like Italian food in general you will have a great time eating your way across Rome. Finding a Rome hotel depends largely on your budget. Because this is such a tourist city Rome hotel rooms tend to be quite pricey, though bargains can be found if tourists are willing to buck ahead and plan their trips carefully.