We recently took an ambitious trip where the travel itself was intended to be part of the fun- going from Rome to Bratislava by air; Bratislava to Vienna by ferry; and then Vienna to Venice by night train. It was my first experience with a night train (I have avoided them until now, and I’m [...]| An American in Rome
Let me be honest—May is when Rome hits its stride. The tourist crush of summer hasn’t kicked in yet, the days are long, and the city feels like it’s quietly showing off. After almost 15 years of living here, I can tell you this is one of the best months to experience Rome—not just see [...] The post Top Things to Do in Rome in May 2025: Events, Festivals & Local Tips appeared first on An American in Rome.| An American in Rome
So many Rome regulars are trying to fill the Marigold-sized hole that was left when the beloved restaurant closed. One of the best contenders is Marzapane, which has been reborn once more. It is hidden in plain sight near Piazza del Popolo, and still somehow a bit off the classic tourist trail, which is part [...]| An American in Rome
IKONO is an immersive experience near the Pantheon and is hosting a virtual easter egg hunt in Rome.| An American in Rome
If there’s one thing I’ve learned after living in Rome for more than ten years, it’s that April has a way of waking the city up. Not in some poetic “springtime in the air” kind of way—but in the real, buzzing, street-full-of-life kind of way. The piazzas stay lighter later, the artichokes are still in [...] The post 17 Amazing Things to Do in Rome in April 2025 (Events, Festivals & Spring Highlights) appeared first on An American in Rome.| An American in Rome
If you’ve ever wandered through Venice, stopping only to admire the light on the canals and the tiny shops that still hold on between the souvenir stands, then you have also probably also paused to order a spritz. Unless you specifically asked for it, chances are they didn’t automatically hand you a neon-orange Aperol bomb. [...] The post Spritz Bianco: The Quiet Classic of Venice appeared first on An American in Rome.| An American in Rome
Rome's oldest pharmacy| An American in Rome
March in Rome is pure magic. As winter fades and spring begins to bloom (yes, we have the first flowers on the trees!), the Eternal City comes alive. Whether you’re wandering through the ancient ruins to see historic reenactments, sipping espresso between throwing handfuls of confetti in the piazza, or catching a once-year-opening of a [...]| An American in Rome
When Litro announced it was closing last year, I felt a tug at the heartstrings: another former haunt bites the dust. Rome is usually slow to change, but we have watched a few favorite spots shutter over the years and it was a shame to lose a favorite wine bar. However, they announced in the [...]| An American in Rome
Rome is covered in scaffolding right now. The city has been under construction for months, frustrating visitors and residents alike. Nearly every fountain, piazza, and monument has been subject to restoration- all in the name of the Jubilee. Pope Francis has declared 2025 a holy year, meaning the city can expect as many as 25 [...]| An American in Rome