Rome has long been one of the world’s most popular travel destinations, and it’s easy to see why. The Eternal City is home to countless iconic sites, such as the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain, and the mouthwatering pasta and other great food can’t be beat.
But as with any place with a large tourism industry, it’s common for visitors to make certain mistakes ― and the locals are in a position to see all of it. We asked people who live in Rome, from expats to natives, to share some of the errors they’ve observed.
From food faux pas to misguided itineraries, here are 11 mistakes tourists often make while visiting Rome ― and some advice for avoiding them on your travels.
Buying Water
“Don’t buy water in Rome ― it’s free! There are about 90 fountains in the historic center, typically called nasoni, where you can drink water for free. The water always flows fresh, and very often you will find yourself in front of real works of art. The most famous is the small fountain built into the wall in Via della Fontanella di Borghese. They’re usually in cast iron, but some models are in travertine (a local marble), and there are rare examples such as the dragon-shaped Fontana delle Tre Cannelle dating back to 1872 located in Via della Cordonata, near Via Nazionale.” ― Diana De Lorenzi, lifestyle blogger
Trying To Cram In Too Many Things
“Rome is a bucket-list destination for a reason: There’s a lot to see in the city. But don’t try to squeeze it all in in one day! Enjoy ‘il dolce far niente’ — the sweetness of doing nothing — and pace yourself. Plan one or two activities each day, but then leave time to linger over a leisurely lunch alfresco and wander around the city’s small alleyways, popping into shops and galleries.” ― Livia Hengel, founder of The Italy Edit
“My first piece of advice to travelers is always slow down, do less. I love Rome, but it is a lot. Pick one big thing a day, like a monument or a museum, and then find a pretty piazza and sit down with a coffee or a Negroni and people watch.” ― Gillian Longworth McGuire, travel consultant and author of the newsletter Gillian Knows Best
Ordering A Cappuccino At Lunch Or Dinner
“Cappuccino is only for breakfast! If you would like to live like a local, you can’t have a cappuccino after noon. Romans drink cappuccino only in the morning with a delicious cornetto (croissant is for French people, we call it cornetto, literally ‘small horn’). During the day, if you…
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