Rough Guides Rome: Travel Guide with eBook

2026-2027 Insider Tips Must-See Sights Maps & Itineraries Covers: the Colosseum, the Vatican, Trastevere and more

Rough Guides Rome is a comprehensive travel guide designed for independent travellers exploring Rome's ancient monuments, Renaissance art, neighbourhoods and food culture - from the Colosseum and Vatican City to Trastevere, Testaccio and day trips.

It brings together everything you need in one place - from must-see sights and hidden gems to ready-made itineraries, in-depth sightseeing coverage, full-colour maps, transport advice, a handy phrasebook and a free eBook.

Plan your perfect trip with a guide that combines in-depth regional coverage with an online trip planner that generates a trip draft before you travel.

This travel guide to Rome covers:

• Ancient Rome - The Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Hill, Capitoline Museums and imperial sites
• The Vatican and Prati - St Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and elegant streets
• Centro Storico - Piazzas, fountains, churches, galleries and classic walking routes
• Trastevere, Testaccio and Southern Rome - Food markets, nightlife, street art and local trattorias
• Day Trips from Rome - Tivoli, Ostia Antica, Castelli Romani and nearby beaches
• Lesser-known Rome - Hidden basilicas, quiet gardens, catacombs, contemporary districts and local viewpoints

The complete Rough Guides package - print edition, free eBook and online trip planner - helps you plan a trip that fits your style. Expertly curated and locally informed, it gives you the tools and insights to explore Rome with confidence.

Start planning your next adventure with Rough Guides Rome.

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