Rome is a huge, sprawling, fantastic beast of a city. Bowls of cacio e pepe, plates of sautéed greens, huge open squares perfect for people watching, and huge, beautiful churches make it a vast metropolis, perfect for exploring (and eating). Once you’ve seen it in the flesh once, you’ll want to come back again and again. But to do that, you’re going to need to learn its rules.
From what time to order coffee to what days you can get into museums for free, there are a ton of tips and tricks out there to help you get the most out of your time in the big city. Luckily for you, we’ve rounded up 20 essential tips for your time in Rome – the kind of tips that only a local can know. We’re here to save you money and stop you embarrassing yourself. Here’s everything a first timer in Rome should know.
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