Rome is an ancient city in Southern Europe. It has withstood many civilizations since it was built. The city is of so much historical significance that many people consider it as a museum in its entirety. Visitors, who can’t wait to have a taste of Baroque always find themselves climbing the Spanish steps immediately after visiting Rome. They also walk through Piazza Navona or even toss a coin at the amazingly beautiful Trevi Fountain.

Pope’s residence is an amazing place to be. It reminds visitors of Renaissance splendor. The city is full of early Christian basilicas. From the Roman Forum to the Pantheon and, everything about this city hints at the days of the Roman Empire. The Roman Empire remains the greatest empire that ever existed in the ancient world. Modern western civilization traces its origin to this ancient empire.

Rome has always been able to blend tradition with modernity. It is easy for you to find out more about this attribute of the city by walking around on foot. Yes, the city can be toured on foot. You, however need to have a whole day and enough energy to spare for this ambitious activity. You may choose to use public transport in the course of the tour.

It is good to avoid using personal means of transport due to traffic congestion. You should use daily metros that operate between 5.30 am and midnight. There are also trams, buses and trains that cover the main routes that will interest you as a visitor. Only two lines exist in the case of the metro. If you manage to catch the metro, you will be in for the most convenient and the fastest means of transport in Rome.

The tickets that you will buy cover all the forms of transport that are available, but remember they have to be pre-purchased. You can alternatively choose to make use of weekly passes. Taxi transport is extremely expensive since many taxi operators have problems maneuvering the congested streets many times in one day.

Trastevere is an important attraction in Rome. This medieval neighborhood has unique Bohemian features, complete with cobblestone streets that are narrow and a marvel to look at. Capitoline Hill is another attraction that used to be the original capitol of Rome. Capitoline remains that seat of the Italian government. The Capitoline Wolf is one of the greatest statutes found in Capitoline Hill.