| Rome has much to offer the intrepid traveller, whether | | | | Romantics should head out to the Centro Storico on |
| you're seeking archaeological wonders, amazing | | | | the Campo Marzo, which was used for military |
| shopping deals, or a romantic adventure. Depending on | | | | exercises by ancient Rome. Located at the centre of |
| your itinerary (especially if you want to include all of the | | | | Rome, it features numerous winding medieval streets, |
| above on your trip), you would decide on the best | | | | piazzas, and fountains. The area also hosts numerous |
| area of Rome to book your accommodations. After | | | | restaurants and bars. Piazza Navona and Campo dei' |
| all, you certainly don't want to be trekking around town | | | | Fiori tend to be busy areas that are generally filled with |
| all day and then have to travel for an hour to get back | | | | tourists and locals. Other streets are more laid back |
| "home." | | | | with less activity. The charm of the area makes it a |
| That said, if you do plan on changing hotels (or other | | | | strong favourite among lovers of all ages. The area is |
| accommodation) during your trip, be sure to book (and | | | | most easily reached by buses and taxis from the |
| confirm) your hotel well in advance since these tend to | | | | Stazione Termini. |
| be expensive but heavily booked. Hotel prices tend to | | | | The ancient Via del Corso is often compared to |
| be cheaper outside of Rome's central area, but this | | | | London's Oxford Street and is a shopaholic's dream. |
| also makes travelling to sites of interest less | | | | From there up to the Spanish Steps of the Piazza di |
| convenient. However, a budget traveller or backpacker | | | | Spagna, shoppers will find an eclectic, cosmopolitan |
| may not be deterred by this arrangement. | | | | atmosphere among the narrow streets, charming |
| The Colosseum and Roman Forum are usually high on | | | | cafes, and exclusive boutiques. In the vicinity of the |
| the itinerary list for travellers to Rome. A metro station | | | | Spanish Steps, you'll find the park of the Villa Borghese, |
| and the Stazione Termini are located nearby, making it | | | | the Piazza del Popolo, the Fontana di Trevi, and Via |
| easier to travel to the area from other parts of the | | | | Margutta, which is a splendid artist's lane. Several |
| city. The neighbourhood also has a number of hotels | | | | restaurants and bars in the area are available to |
| for the convenience of those who wish to explore the | | | | enhance your European experience. |
| area over a few days. | | | | |