Never once in my life have I ever said: “OMG. You haaaaaaave to see the Mouth of Truth!” Because that would be a lie. La Bocca della Verità is totally lame. The most notable thing about it is the line that stretches through its gate at all hours of the day. To add to the charm […]
Tag Archives: Free things to do in Rome
28
Jan
Jan
With grand green spaces, Villa Borghese is the perfect spot to stroll.
20
Jan
Jan
Some spots in Rome are unmissable, and most of whirlwind trip can be taken up by zipping between the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain… But it would be a mistake to skip the Pincio Terrace. A lone palm tree marks the spot on one of the best hills in Rome. Though not one of the “seven […]
01
Jan
Jan
Happy New Year! Here is to hoping that your year is filled with lots of beautiful days and plenty of Colosseum sunsets, because that is what it is all about, right?
Rome, Rome Churches, Things to Do in Rome, Unexpected Rome
Unexpected Rome: Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri
18
Dec
Dec
Ok, I get it. A church is not exactly “unexpected” in Rome. However, Santa Maria deli Angeli e dei Martiri is not your average Roman church. Sure it has vaulted ceilings, gorgeous frescoes and adorned domes. But the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and of the Martyrs was designed by Michelangelo who died […]
04
Dec
Dec
Bronze turtles dangle from Fontana di Tartarughe in a lovely Roman piazza.
18
Nov
Nov
At a bus stop in Trastevere, notes of thanks are plastered to the wall.
11
Nov
Nov
Rome’s keyhole is known for its amazing view, but just down the road is an even better place to watch the sun set over the city.