Planning your first trip to Rome? While you’re busy researching the Colosseum and the best gelato spots, don’t overlook one of the most useful resources you’ll encounter during your travels: Italian pharmacies. Whether you’re dealing with a minor health concern, need sunscreen for your Roman holiday, or are looking for quality skincare products, chances are […]| From Home to Rome
By now, you've probably heard about Rome's world-famous Free Museum Sunday initiative – that monthly first Sunday when state museums throw open their doors for free. This is a nationwide initiative in Italy, but of course Rome attracts a significant number of tourists at this time, due to the sheer| From Home to Rome
Whether it's your first trip to Italy or you're a seasoned traveler already, there's always one thing that is consistently going to come your way when you land (and no, we're not necessarily thinking of great food!): strikes. More specifically, public transport strikes are likely to happen during yo| From Home to Rome
At From Home to Rome, we've already delved into the shopping alternatives for buying unique souvenirs, but we've also talked about some local phenomenons that are "freshening up" the scene ("Rome is more", which we discussed here). In this new post, we'd like to focus on the latter, and on the yo| From Home to Rome
To a casual visitor, it may look like a miniature Colosseum (and indeed there is a connection… but read on!). In reality, however, the impressive structure you may have noticed at the foot of the Capitoline Hill had a very different function: the Theatre of Marcellus, as its name suggests, had the same shape – […]| From Home to Rome
Forget the mass-produced souvenirs and tourist trinkets that sellers throw at you - quite literally - as you visit Rome! When traveling to Italy, real treasures lie hidden in neighborhood pharmacies, local supermarkets, and corner stores where locals do their daily shopping. These authentic finds ar| From Home to Rome
Are you looking for the perfect neighborhood for your Roman holiday? Are you overwhelmed by the number of options? We’ve got you covered! There are things to consider, especially if you’re a first-time visitor: The majority of landmarks are in the Centro Storico (“historic center”) Rome’s historic center is surprisingly compact. Staying in the historic […]| From Home to Rome
Of Rome’s seven hills, the Capitoline Hill is the smallest and most important. Numerous history books have told its history, and dozens of thousands of tourists pass through it every day, but most visitors are unaware that they are treading on a real mystery. We’re not here to tell you about Michelangelo’s design for the […]| From Home to Rome
Starting July 1st, 2025, visitors to Rome will have noticed that some categories of public transport tickets have increased in price, while single-ride tickets have remained unchanged: if you're planning a trip to the Eternal City, you'll want to factor in some additional transportation costs. Publ| From Home to Rome
Rome in summer can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. The ancient cobblestones radiate heat, tourist crowds peak at midday, and many (not all!) shops close in the early afternoons. This may seem like a mysterious occurrence, but it’s actually not at all mysterious! Seasoned travellers know that this period when the city slows down is […]| From Home to Rome
Our new managed rental at Via della Stelletta may not be ideal for every visitor: after all, it can only sleep up to 4 people and, as it is set over two floors, it is not suitable for travelers with walking difficulties. However, staying here in the heart of the Campo Marzio district is a once-in-a-| From Home to Rome
