Ah, Rome. Forever capturing the hearts and minds of those who step foot on its hallowed grounds. No matter if it’s your first or fifth time visiting, here is your favourite Rome neighbourhood based on your travelling style.
Go with the flow: Monteverde
Literally meaning ‘Green Mountain’, you can already picture Monteverde’s tranquil nature. You can’t help but relax into Rome as you explore its tree-lined streets, past ornate villas that are home to various cultural businesses. Head to Gianicolo Hill for one of the best views across the Tiber and Rome, before enjoying a leisurely picnic in Villa Doria Pamphilj, Rome’s largest park.
On-the-go: Tridente
The Tridente neighbourhood is perfect for first-time visitors who are short of time. No doubt you’ll have a busy itinerary planned, and the Tridente is home to many of Rome’s famous landmarks. The Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza del Popolo and Chigi Palace are all short walks from each other.
Travelling in style: Monti
It’s crazy to think that Monti, one of the most glamourous Roman neighbourhoods, used to be where prostitutes and the poor lived. Monti has since transformed itself, featuring boutique and vintage stores, classy bars and spacious piazza. We adore the ivy that hangs from the power lines, creating a lush, green curtain in some places. In the evenings, do as the locals do in Monti – grab an aperol spritz to go, and enjoy whilst people-watching in Piazza della Madonna dei Monti.
On a mission to eat it all: Testaccio
With its prime location along the Tiber, the Testaccio neighbourhood provides the views and some of the best food in Rome. It is widely known that many of Rome’s quintessential dishes originated here, including a focus on quinto quarto – the ‘fifth quarter’ or offal. Choose from classic trattorias or restaurants with a contemporary twist. And don’t miss perusing the Testaccio Market. With over 200 stalls, it is one of the very best in Rome! Dig into an offal sandwich or a plate of cacio e pepe whilst catching up on the local gossip.
Photography whiz: San Lorenzo
There is so much going on in San Lorenzo that your camera will be working overtime! San Lorenzo has always been abuzz with people as it has stood the test of time as a (primarily) residential neighbourhood for blue collar workers. Nowadays, it is also a major student hub with Rome’s Sapienza University based here. From bars that spill out onto the street and bookshop cafes, to street art and murals on bomb-damaged buildings, photographers will love capturing a taste of local life.
These are just some of the Rome neighbourhoods on offer when visiting the Eternal City. Explore all this and more on a Globus or Cosmos tour of Italy.
