(Piazza di Spagna)
Rome: Eternal Holiday
Overview:
The cobblestone streets, alleyways, and ruins of Rome all contribute to describing the Eternal City’s dynamic and colorful past. A city known for being the epicenter of an empire as well as the center of an entire religion; Rome’s energy is by no means stuck in the past but alive in the present. Much of this city has played setting to my very own story over the course of the past few years. Having spent a combined total of 2.5 years in the Eternal City, I’ve been fortunate enough to delve deep into this city’s culture beyond the obvious attractions. Although the revered sites of the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps are remarkable as historic landmarks, I find the neighborhoods beyond the tourist center to be where the true heartbeat of Rome lives and thrives. Areas like Pigneto, Testaccio, and San Giovanni have all risen as cultural destinations that bring both Romans and visitors together. When people travel to a city as historically significant as Rome, it's important to see the points of interest, however, I always tell visitors that the true splendor of Rome is usually found at a local-only trattorias where the pasta is al dente and liters of wine are free-flowing.
(Bar Necci dal 1924)
(Cacio e Pepe, Taverna Trilussa)
Where to Dine:
Cesare al Casaletto - Local, Fantastic Trattoria, Off the Beaten Track
Trapizzino - Street Food, Inexpensive
Sbanco - Local, Quality Pizzeria, San Giovanni
Taverna i Torquati - Local, Great Value, Off the Beaten Track
Taverna Trilussa - Romantic Outdoor Seating, Quality Pasta
(Bruschetta, Santo Palato)
Where to Stay:
Hotel Hassler - Luxury, Great Views, Spanish Steps
Hotel Raphael - Romantic, Boutique Accommodation
Generator Rome - Modern, Hip, Hostel
Babuino 181 Luxury Suites - Apartment-Style Lodging, Spanish Steps
Hotel de Russie - Luxury, Romantic Patio, Piazza del Popolo
(Bucatini all'Amatriciana, Il Ciociaro)
Where to Play:
The Sanctuary - Outdoor Nightclub, Balinese Garden
Pigneto - Edgy, Artistic, Rome’s Brooklyn
Spirito - Contemporary Cocktails, Speakeasy, Pigneto
Testaccio - Local, Great Restaurants & Nightlife
Trastevere - Romantic, Artistic, Popular Among Visitors
(The Sanctuary)
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