17 Things to Do in Rome That Don’t SuckDitch the clichés and discover 17 things to do in Rome that truly deliver 🇮🇹. From iconic ruins to underrated local spots, this no-BS guide will help you experience the Eternal City without all the tourist fluff.AuthorsSteller
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Trattoria Da Enzo al 29

Trattoria Da Enzo is where you'll have the best carbonara of your life (don’t even try to fight us on this.)

Rome Morning Vespa Sidecar Tour in Rome with Cappuccino

Pantheon? Trevi Fountain? Colosseum? All with the wind in your hair, like an Audrey Hepburn movie, on this Vespa Sidecar Tour through Rome!

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Ostia Antica

A 40-minute train ride gets you to Ostia Antica, an ancient Roman port town. Think Pompeii vibes without the crowds.

Nannarella

No reservations? No problem. The line moves fast, and the food is chef’s kiss at Nannarella.

Testaccio Quarter Market and Pyramid Food and Sightseeing Tour

Take this Testaccio neighborhood food tour… it’s where real Romans eat. Butchers, bakeries, and trattorias galore. (Come hungry.)

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Mazzo

Mazzo is tiny but mighty. Book ahead to experience one of Rome’s coolest tasting menus!

Knights of Malta Keyhole

Peek through the Knights of Malta keyhole and get a perfectly framed view of St. Peter’s Basilica. Better with your eyes than your iPhone!

The Court Bar. Palazzo Manfredi

Yes, it’s pricey. But drinking an Aperol Spritz with Colosseum views? Worth every euro spent at The Court Bar.

L’ANTIDOTO

L’Antidoto is a tiny, perfect wine bar for a cozy Roman evening, featuring a carefully curated natural wine list.

Pizzeria Ostiense

Right in the heart of street art and cool bars, this spot serves a delicious thin-crust pizza! Pizzeria Ostiense is in an area that’s got it all.

Street Art Tour of Rome

Tour Garbatella on this excursion! It's filled with hip eateries and bars in a historic 20th-century neighborhood.

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Appian Way Bike Rental Park Official Partner

Ancient ruins, catacombs, and cobblestones older than your entire family tree. Rent bikes and explore!

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MYO - LA GELATERIA

The best €4 gelato in the city is found at Myo-Gelatino. You will want a second scoop.

Rimessa Roscioli

Wine tasting dinners, cooking classes, legendary wines of Italy & France…basically foodie dreams come true at Rimessa Roscioli.

Fratelli Trecca - Circo massimo

The rigatoni alla carbonara at Fratelli Trecca deserves its own award.

Villa Borghese

Lush gardens and serene lakes for a romantic stroll or a solo picnic are equally dreamy at Villa Borghese.

Piazza di Spagna

Wake up and head to Piazza di Spagna early to have the Spanish Steps all to yourself.