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November 13, 2009, 11:49 AM
A new exhibit sheds light on Italy's design reputation, plus the raved-about MAXXI museum opens for a two-day preview.
A new exhibit sheds light on Italy's design reputation, plus the raved-about MAXXI museum opens for a two-day preview.
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August 19, 2009, 4:01 PM
We've added brand-new pages on Rome and need your help to build them.
We've added brand-new pages on Rome and need your help to build them.
August 19, 2009, 2:09 PM
Late-night hours at the Vatican, Capitoline Museums, and others during weekends in September and October.
Late-night hours at the Vatican, Capitoline Museums, and others during weekends in September and October.
August 7, 2009, 12:59 PM
The annual summer exodus from Rome is underway, but this time, city officials are hard at work to lure tourists.
The annual summer exodus from Rome is underway, but this time, city officials are hard at work to lure tourists.
July 17, 2009, 4:44 PM
We sent photoblogger Jessica Stewart out to capture Rome's growing street scene: stencils, chalk drawings, graffiti, even break-dancing.
We sent photoblogger Jessica Stewart out to capture Rome's growing street scene: stencils, chalk drawings, graffiti, even break-dancing.
July 17, 2009, 11:34 AM
Stopping at the local bar for an espresso comes naturally to Romans. But this quick ritual can be intimidating for visitors. Watch our video for tips on caffeinating properly.
Stopping at the local bar for an espresso comes naturally to Romans. But this quick ritual can be intimidating for visitors. Watch our video for tips on caffeinating properly.
June 19, 2009, 5:35 PM
Spend a summer night touring the illuminated Colosseum.
Spend a summer night touring the illuminated Colosseum.
May 13, 2009, 10:10 AM
The movie, opening this weekend, has inspired tours to important sites in the ancient city.
The movie, opening this weekend, has inspired tours to important sites in the ancient city.
May 6, 2009, 2:18 PM
This Sunday, the Vatican Museums will donate admission fees to the roughly 65,000 families left homeless.
This Sunday, the Vatican Museums will donate admission fees to the roughly 65,000 families left homeless.
April 3, 2009, 1:20 PM
I'm eager to respond to the comments you posted before I left—starting with food.
I'm eager to respond to the comments you posted before I left—starting with food.
March 13, 2009, 5:55 PM
I'm off to Rome in a week. Anything you'd like to know? Ask now!
I'm off to Rome in a week. Anything you'd like to know? Ask now!
January 20, 2009, 3:24 PM
Rome’s deputy mayor believes 2009 will be "the year of the Colosseum." The city plans to host mock gladiator fights and is revamping several ancient sites.
Rome’s deputy mayor believes 2009 will be "the year of the Colosseum." The city plans to host mock gladiator fights and is revamping several ancient sites.
December 12, 2008, 4:48 PM
Rescue teams set out on rafts and Romans prepared for the swollen Tiber River to overflow after days of severe weather throughout Italy.
Rescue teams set out on rafts and Romans prepared for the swollen Tiber River to overflow after days of severe weather throughout Italy.
August 15, 2008, 9:57 AM
Rome won't be faked in a day.
Rome won't be faked in a day.
July 17, 2008, 1:10 PM
Rome has instituted a ban on eating near major tourist sights, which stays in effect through October. Fines are about $80.
Rome has instituted a ban on eating near major tourist sights, which stays in effect through October. Fines are about $80.
June 13, 2008, 1:03 PM
Up and down the peninsula, aperitivi hour usually begins after 6 pm. Try local drinks, such as prosecco, spritz (Aperol or Campari and wine), and, of course, wine.
Up and down the peninsula, aperitivi hour usually begins after 6 pm. Try local drinks, such as prosecco, spritz (Aperol or Campari and wine), and, of course, wine.
June 5, 2008, 11:12 AM
Advice on what you should avoid (subways in Rome), what you should prepare for (a lack of air conditioning), and what are the most scenic routes (such as cable cars and water taxis).
Advice on what you should avoid (subways in Rome), what you should prepare for (a lack of air conditioning), and what are the most scenic routes (such as cable cars and water taxis).
May 27, 2008, 10:43 AM
The City of Rome sells three types of city cards that offer free and discounted entry into museums, sites and events--plus, a multi-day transportation pass.
The City of Rome sells three types of city cards that offer free and discounted entry into museums, sites and events--plus, a multi-day transportation pass.
March 5, 2008, 11:08 AM
Anyone in Rome used to be able to wander among the city's most famous ancient ruins for free. But starting March 8, entrance tickets will be required.
Anyone in Rome used to be able to wander among the city's most famous ancient ruins for free. But starting March 8, entrance tickets will be required.
October 12, 2007, 4:04 PM
Got a sweet wine bar or an amazing walking tour?
Got a sweet wine bar or an amazing walking tour?
July 31, 2007, 10:33 AM
Traveling to Italy soon? One intrepid reader has some great tips for you.
Traveling to Italy soon? One intrepid reader has some great tips for you.
May 17, 2007, 1:38 PM
An insider's take on the best places you don't know about ... yet.
An insider's take on the best places you don't know about ... yet.
April 16, 2007, 8:30 AM
Thanks to newly reduced hours, the wait to get to the ticket booth at Vatican Museums has grown even longer.
Thanks to newly reduced hours, the wait to get to the ticket booth at Vatican Museums has grown even longer.
