Plan your trip to Rome
With a sunny Mediterranean climate, Rome is a great weekend escape during any season
Rome is a draw year-round, but how you enjoy it will be dictated by your choice of season
Tipping is not obligatory, don't count on Wi-Fi and dinner starts late
With top locations, amenities and convenience at every hotel, picking a Hilton for your next trip is a no-brainer
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Rome is surrounded by a plethora of noteworthy towns and sights just hours from the city
Must-see sights and attractions in Rome
Fair warning: all these destinations will likely be crowded, more so on weekends
These festivities are deep-dives into a slice of culture usually reserved for locals
The city upholds the daily or weekly market tradition with colourful souks
Whether you’re hunting for an only-in-Rome souvenir or just need a new sweater
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Gorgeous ancient ruins blend seamlessly into day-to-day life
Crumbling ruins, iconic attractions and cobblestones for days
What to eat and drink in Rome
Casual trattorias, street food and pizza by the slice reign supreme
The taste for the grape that ancient Romans developed is clearly not going anywhere
The Italian staple can be consumed al taglio (by the slice), tonda (round, by the pie) or pinsa (oval-shaped)
From the globally popular goodness of carbonara to more regional specialties
Since most Romans don’t have dinner until after 9pm, nightlife here starts pretty late
To truly do as the Romans do, only going a few floors up will get you closer to living the dolce vita
Where to stay in Rome
Rome’s newer and more diverse neighbourhoods are just as special as its ruins
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