The gladiators are now stationed outside the Colosseum posing for photos, instead of inside fighting for their lives, but the essence of Rome hasn't changed that much. Loud, crazy and completely addictive, Rome is bursting at the seams with history, art and food.
The city of Rome has a population of over 2,720,000. One of the best ways to see the wealth of sights that this beautiful city has to offer is to read this Rome travel guide. As this Rome guide will tell you many of the fantastic sights are absolutely free and many of these sights stay open throughout the entire summer.
The city enjoys a Mediterranean climate, the hottest months being July and August where temperatures average around 28°C. Rome has a fascinating history dating back more than 2500 years and has managed to retain much of its original architecture, including the stunning Colusseum and Pantheon.
Rome is a magnet for Christians with Vatican City at its centre. St Peter’s Square is the epicentre of the Vatican City and the Pope often holds masses which the public can attend. Arhitecture remains a major attraction for those who travel to to Rome. The architectural highlights include the Trevi Fountain, Quirinal Palace and Gallaria Borghese.
Rome Highlights - Discover the best of the city with our travel guide.
Itinerary ideas - Whether you have two days or a week get some ideas for spending your time.
Getting around - How to get around Rome.