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I've lived in Rome for more than 40 years (except when I'm traveling!) and have had the
pleasure of introducing many friends visiting with their teens, to some of my most favorite
spots. I hope I know the city well enough by now to be able to recommend some truly
memorable places for your family vacation!
Raffaele N

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Key Tips
Restaurant mealtimes in Rome tend to be as
follows: lunch, 12-3pm; and dinner 8-11pm. If
the evening meal is much later than you would
normally eat, best make lunch the main meal of
the day, and pick up some snacks for later in the
evening. Gelato and pizza sold by the slice are
also widely available, and make for good inbetween nourishment!

Getting around
The metro (subway) is definitely the best way to
move around the city, and covers all the major
tourist spots. If you want to experience the fun of
the bus, download the city's public transport app
to plan your journeys.

In this Guide

Sightseeing & landmarks

Arts & culture

Sightseeing & landmarks

Parco degli Acquedotti

Recommended because it's good for:

Friends

Leisure

Urban Explorer

Raffaele N Says:
A symbol of wealth for ancient
people was the abundance of
water, and the Romans displayed their
awesome power by giving their city a large
number of aqueducts. Relive the power of
the Roman Empire at this park, where you
can admire the remains of some of the
greatest works of Roman engineering.

Address:
Via Lemonia, 256
Rome 00174
Italy

Phone:
+39 06 513 5316

Tips:

The panorama is best enjoyed at dawn and dusk.

Don't forget your cameras!

This spot is not easy to get to without a car. Ask at

your hotel for detailed public transport directions.

Ancient Ruins
Parks

Arts & culture

Church of Sant'Ignazio di Loyola
Recommended because it's good for:

Friends

Leisure

Urban Explorer

Raffaele N Says:
Built in 1626 to replace the
sixteenth-century Church of the
Annunciation, and dedicated to the father of
the Society of Jesus, canonized in 1622, this
beautiful house of worship is filled with
fantastic paintings, and optical illusions.
Can you spot more than your friends?

Address:
Piazza Sant'Ignazio
Rome 00186
Italy

Hours:
Sun
9:00 - 4:30
Mon - Sat
7:30 - 4:30

Phone:
+39 06 6794406

Tips:

Avoid visiting on Sunday mornings, or during other

hours of service.

Be sure to have your legs and shoulders covered.

Architectural Buildings
Religious Sites
Churches & Cathedrals

Domine Quo Vadis

Recommended because it's good for:

Friends

Leisure

Urban Explorer

Raffaele N Says:
Set on the Appian Way, this very
simple church is dedicated to
Santa Maria in Palmis, but has always been
known as Domine Quo Vadis - which
literally translates to 'Lord, where are you
going?'. Inside, you'll find two footprints
indented into a marble slab on the floor,
which are said to have been miraculously
left by Jesus! As well as its rustic aesthetic
appeal, and reputation as a site of miracles,
it also makes for a convenient rest stop
while you and your pals are exploring the
rest of the sights along Via Appia.
Address:
Via Appia Antica
At Via Ardeatina
Rome
Italy

Phone:
06 5120441

Tips:

A picnic lunch on the lawns here is a good idea for

sunny days.

Visit here on your way to or from the catacombs.

Cemeteries
Religious Sites
Historic Sites
Churches & Cathedrals

Arco degli Acetari

Recommended because it's good for:

Friends

Leisure

Urban Explorer

Raffaele N Says:
One of the most characteristic
views in Rome is this medieval
courtyard, where you'll find this beautiful
arc surrounded by traditional houses from
the same period. If you're looking for a
place to escape the chaos of the streets for a
while, and regroup - literally! - this quiet
corner of Rome is the perfect spot to do just
that.
Address:
Via degli Acetari
Rome 00186
Italy

Historic Sites

Tips:

Head here at sunset, when you'll have the opportunity

to take group photos with the background of a
beautiful yellowish light.

Church of Santa Cecilia

Recommended because it's good for:

Friends

Leisure

Urban Explorer

Raffaele N Says:
One of the most beautiful basilicas
in Rome is handily nestled in the
heart of one of the city's most fun
neighborhoods! Check this beautiful church
off your list, and then enjoy getting lost in
the alleyways of Trastevere, sampling a
whole host of Roman delicacies as you go.

Address:
Piazza Santa Cecilia 22
Rome 00153
Italy

Hours:
Sun - Sat
9:15 - 22:15
16:00 - 3:30

Phone:
39 6 589 9289

Friends

Leisure

Points of Interest &

Landmarks

Look out for "Vicolo dell'Atleta" (Alley of the Athlete)

which owes its name to the discovery here of the
famous marble statue "Athlete Apoxyomenos."

Urban Explorer

Raffaele N Says:
In Trinit dei Monti, you can visit
one of the finest examples of an
artist's home in Italy. The Palazzo Zuccari
was built in 1592 by Federico Zuccari, and
its exterior is particularly interesting featuring grotesque Mannerist masks
which are very close in style to the Sacred
Wood of Bomarzo. Even if you don't
venture inside, the facade makes for some
great photo ops!
Address:
Via Gregoriana, 28
Rome 00187
Italy

Religious Sites
Historic Sites
Points of Interest &
Landmarks
Churches & Cathedrals

Palazzo Zuccari

Recommended because it's good for:

Tips:

Tips:

The square where the building is located is easily

accessible from Spagna subway station.

Check the website of the Ministry of Culture and

Tourism for opening dates/times.

Palazzo Altemps

Recommended because it's good for:

Friends

Leisure

Urban Explorer

Raffaele N Says:
Both the layout and the location
of this museum make it a really
lovely place to explore - even for friends
who normally 'don't do' museums. Plus, the
rich collection of Roman and Greek statues
is undeniably impressive, and what makes
this venue the twentieth most visited
museum in Italy!

Address:
Piazza San Apollinare 44
near the Piazza Navona
Rome
Italy

Hours:
Tue - Sun
9:00 - 5:15

Phone:
39 06 39967700

Tips:

The museum has a larger number of rooms, make

sure you do not miss any!

Give yourself at least 2 hours to experience the

tranquil environment here.

Art Museums

Santuario della Madonna dell'Archetto

Recommended because it's good for:

Friends

Leisure

Urban Explorer

Raffaele N Says:
Why not indulge in a cultural
aperitivo? Situated in Monti, this
chapel is a rare gem of neo-Renaissance
architecture, rich in precious marble and
metal, and contains the impressive
paintings of Constantine Brumidi. And if
that's not enough to persuade your less
culturally-inclined friends, the Rione Monti
district is also famous for its aperitivo scene
- visit the chapel in the afternoon and
reward yourselves with a good aperitif at
the end of your tour!
Address:
Via San Marcello 41
Rome 00100
Italy

Religious Sites
Churches & Cathedrals

Tips:

The surrounding area is full of sightseeing spots, such

as the Fountain of the Laborer, Palazzo Colonna, and
the beautiful Galleria Doria Pamphili.