Italian (roma) , people , please answer !?

Question

What`s an avarage hotel price (per one night) in roma ? what`s the cheapest one ? wich hotel ?
where can a tourist go in roma ? great places ?
(10 points for the most answers )

Answer 1

ROME -- recommend hotels along the via della conciliazione (www.hotelcolumbus.it) - right by te VAtican and close to the metro - very central. also right by the Borgo Pio which has great shops, bakeries, tratorria's etc.

the pope usually has a general audience on wednesday's - free but you need a ticket.
vatican museum 12 euro's and another 3 at the coffee shop on the corner while you're waiting in line and take turns to run and get cofee LOL

postcards are between 1 or 2 for 1euro
when you go into churches you will have books for purchase -some of them are worth it and very interesting - about 5 euro - they will also have lighting for the main artwork - this ranges between the half and 1 euro - hand on to your coins as you can't usually get change!

colossuem was 10 euro (and watch out for the crooks in front in roman garb who pose for pictures with you -- i got rooked when i had nothing smaller than a 20 and he said 5 euro's each! they are NOT part of the facililty!!!)

castle san angelo 6 euro and make sure you know the history - made it more worth whileroasted chestnuts in Piazza Navonna - 3 eor's and a must!
pizza (lunch) 7-10 euro's
dinner 30 euro's should work - sometimes more sometimes less.
2-5 euros - gelato
1.10 euro - candy bar

go to www.romaturismo.it and they had a SUPER map that was our saving grace! i still have it as i mapped out various walking tours. it has the metro and city all mapped out and detailed.

please feel free to email me if you'd like the walking tours - we had 4 of them and the main and not so main things to see along the way. 

you have to get up to the Gianicolo & San Pietro on the Janniculum Hill and there is a church atop the mt. where they say St Peter was crucified -- it's a spot most people DO not visit as it's not the "famous" one -- it was darling na dreally something to see!


the other book i recommend = knopf mapguides - it's just perfect in size and has most of the informaion for the basics.


one thing i did that might sound silly.... i had a small journal with me everywhere and took notes - sometimes simple ones but.... with 6 days it can get a little overwhelming and you don't want to missout on remembering just what that picture was! for example - to the left of the street coming up to the vatican is a little know church called Santo Spirito - it was built in the 1200's Michelangelo did the ceiling - it was a hospital at one point during one of the many sieges/battles and returned to a church! the ceiling was beautiful!


thanks for the trip down memory lane and have a lovely time!!! Ooh dress in layers and take a scarf or hat!!! a strurdy wind proof jacket would work best!


sorry this is sooooo long but i had to *** becuase i almost forgot - the Scala Santa - right acorss from St John Lateran - it was really something!


ooh and most places close int he afternoon about 4p then the restuarants open at 7-8pm. i took snacks and a fruit and nut type trail mix & diet pepsi becuase they don't have diet anything!

Answer 2

AS Roma placed is placed interior the Italian city of Rome. the emblem is of the Capitoline Wolf. Legend has it that 2 brothers have been raised by ability of a wolf mom, Remus and Romulus. at last between the brothers (Romulus) could pass directly to got here across the city of Rome.

Answer 3

there are 3...( i guess) and all of them will cost under 52 euros for a standard double room for one night ( but not including breakfast) :

1)Katty
with 15 rooms...
phone: [phone]
address: via palestro 35

2)Mari 2
27 rooms ( and most rooms have TV )
phone: [phone]
address: via calatafimi 38

3) Restivo
6 rooms
phone: [phone]
address: via palestro 55

Answer 4

For a hotel try www.venere.com they have a great selection of accomodation at teriffic prices.

Places to visit in Rome include.

The Best Places to Visit in Rome described below include the most popular tourist attractions in the Eternal City. Although we have focused on monuments, piazzas and historic Rome, the city has a vibrant side that can be seen only by visiting its neighborhoods. Take time for a walk in Trastevere with its many craft shops, restaurants and famous Sunday Flea Market or along the Via del Corso for a study in opposites. We cover the Vatican in a separate section found here.

Rome is crowded in high tourist season and you need to make the crowds part of the fun. Pizza, spaghetti, gelato, good food, good wine and a romantic setting - who could ask for more?

For those of you visiting the Mediterranean area for the first time, get ready for a climate that is dry and warm in summer and spottily covered in vegetation that is characterized by scrub and evergreens. Rome is usually hot and sunny during the summer, so be sure to take your sunscreen and a hat that will shade your face and neck. Plan to tour in the morning or late in the day and spend lunchtime doing what the Italians do - eating and napping. Just make sure you hotel is air-conditioned! One more thing to note: cool summer evenings are when Rome awakens!

Attractions are usually open all day during the summer tourist season but shorten their hours from October through March. Most attractions are closed on Italy's public holidays.





Best Places to Visit in Rome T

Arm yourself with a good guidebook and research these recommended destinations before you travel, to help ensure that you have a great visit. I recommend the Eye Witness Travel Guide.


Piazza Campidoglio/Capitoline Hill
The Capitoline Hill was a seat of power in ancient Rome and remains a center of government even today. The Capitoline's Piazza Campidoglio, is a good place to start your tour of Ancient Rome. The Piazza and its buildings were either designed or modified based on plans created by Michelangelo.


Take the lower steps (the "Cordonatta") to the right of the Monument Vittorio Emmanuele II (which dates from the mid-19th century ) up to the Piazza Campidoglio. The Piazza reflects its mid -15th century architecture.
The statues at the top of the stairs (Cordonatta) represent Castor and Pollux, the twins from Greek and Roman mythology who were reputed to have aided the Romans in a historically significant battle.
The stately building in the middle is the Palazzo Senatorio and it features a famous double staircase designed by Michelangelo.
On the left is the Palazzo Nuovo (the site of the Capitoline Museum) and to the right is the Palazzo dei Conservatori, constructed according to plans developed by Michelangelo.
All three buildings are now part of the Capitoline Museums and contain artifacts from Rome's history, or from the era of the Roman Empire.
Visit Capitoline Museums for information on opening hours and exhibitions. There has been a spate of recent construction and renovation, so be prepared for some galleries to be closed.

The Roman and Imperial Forums Area
The Forums mark the historical center of the city and contain the ruins and remnants of the grandeur of ancient Rome. Excavations are still in progress as the area continues to expose its long hidden secrets. There are numerous sites to examine, but the best include the Forum of Caesar, the Temple of Peace (Forum of Vespasian) and the Forum of Trajan (the best preserved of all of the forums). For more information follow this link http://www.capitolium.org/english.htm


The Temples of Ancient Rome
The ancient Romans worshipped various gods and goddesses and built temples to honor those they particularly feared.
Examples of the most important of these temples include the those of Saturn, Castor and Pollux, and Venus and Roma. Some temples were named for emperors who were deified and the the most important of these are the ruins of the Temples of Caesar and Vesparian.


Palatine Hills (Palatino) and Palace Complex
Replete with ruins of various emperors' palaces, the Palatine Hill is, according to legend, where Rome was founded by Romulus and Remus (the twins raised by a she-wolf). The Palatino, where the who's who of Ancient Rome lived, overlooks the Roman Forums and the Circus Maximus.
Arch of Constantine
Located between the Colosseum and the Roman Forums, Constantine's Arch is the largest and best preserved of the ancient Roman arches. It provides a sense of history and demonstrates the grandeur of the Roman Empire. Take some time to examine the details of this impressive monument.


Trajan's Market.
One of the earliest permanently covered shopping arcades, Trajan's market from the 1st Century is the best preserved of the ancient markets in Rome. It located in the Imperial Forums
Colosseum
The profile of the Colosseum remains dramatic, but you need to tour inside for a revealing look into its history. The arena was designed to hold more than fifty thousand spectators while the lions and gladiators did their work.
The area beneath the floor of the Colosseum is a complex of cells, holding areas and paths that were designed to allow animals, gladiators and human sacrifices access to the arena, all without mixing together.


Circus Maximus
It is said that the Roman emperors kept the citizens happy by providing bread and circuses. The Colosseum and the Circus Maximus were part of that plan. The Circus Maximus was a famous chariot racing area of ancient Rome. No original buildings remain, but based on the outline of the track, the curves must have been trouble.


The Pantheon
One of the true glories of ancient Rome, the Temple of the Pantheon - one of the best preserved sites in the city, is located where Agrippa built an earlier tribute to the Roman Gods. The Emperor Hadrian commissioned the spectacular rotunda and its marvelous dome.
Hadrian is one of the most interesting of the Roman emperors. His travels took him throughout the Roman Empire at its peak. His architectural accomplishments can be found in a variety a places, including Israel, Greece, Great Britain and, of course, Rome.


Castel Sant Angelo (Hadrian's Mausoleum)
Castel Sant Angelo offers panoramic views along the Tiber and is one of Rome's outstanding architectural monuments. The building has served Roman emperors, several popes (it is still connected to the Vatican by a passageway) and as a bulwark of the defensive wall that once surrounded Rome.


Vatican
We consider a visit to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica to be highlights of a trip to Rome. See the Best Places to Visit in the Vatican for more information


Piazza Venezia
This large central square is the hub of Rome. Watch the traffic while attempting to reach it, as the intersection is very dangerous. The Palazzo Venezia, the most impressive building on the Piazza Venezia, is a museum world renowned for its collection of medieval and Renaissance works, including an interesting section on textiles. A walk along the upscale shopping district surrounding the Via Del Corso is a good way to while away an hour or two.



Piazza Navona
Originally the site of the Circus Domitanus, this lovely piazza is surrounded by fine historic buildings and includes some of the Eternal City's best fountains, including Bernini's la Fontana. It is a great place for people watching or having a drink at one of the many cafes. If you have time, visit the Church of Sant'Angese.


Piazza de Spagna
Perhaps the most famous meeting place in Rome, the Piazza de Spagna includes the famous Spanish Steps (the Scalinata della Trinita' de Monti) which lead from the piazza to the church Trinita dei Monte. It is a staple for visitors to be photographed on the Spanish Steps.




Fontana di Trevi
This world famous fountain, at the front of the Palazzo Poli, is celebrated for its beauty and the legend that if you toss a coin into its waters you will be guaranteed a return to Rome.


Sant' Andrea al Quirinale
A beautiful church that is regarded as a Baroque masterpiece, Sant'Andrea is considered one of Bernini's finest works. The architecture of the Church and its interior decorations combine to create a powerful statement.


Egyptian Obelisks
If you are a fan of Egyptian obelisks, there are a number scattered throughout the city. We recommend the following:
The Obelisk of Domitian in Piazza Navona dates from the 1st century and was incorporated into Bernini's fountain in the 17th century.


The obelisk of Thutomose III, the tallest and best preserved of the Egyptian obelisks in Rome, can be found in the Piazza S. Giovanni in Laterano.
The Basilica of San Giovanni (St. John Lateran), the official cathedral of Rome, is the oldest of the basilicas in the city and has a beautiful interior.


In Piazza del Popolo, the obelisk of Rameses II was originally part of the Circus Maximus, but was moved to this location in the 16th century.


If you view our map using the hybrid button, you can zoom the satellite image to see the location of the obelisks mentioned here.


Catacombs of Saint Callixtus
Although touring catacombs is not for everyone, these are considered the best and are important to those interested in the early history of Christians in Rome. For information on visiting, see this site .


Ponte Fabricio
This bridge across the Tiber was constructed in 62 BC is still in use (It was originally called the Pons Fabricius). It has been rebuilt in part and refaced but much of the original structure remains (see the inscriptions on the arches).


Baths of Caracalla
Caracalla contains the most impressive and largest of the famous Roman Baths. The baths were a custom among the early Romans, as most residences lacked running water.


Column of Marcus Aurelius
In the Piazza Colonna, you will find the Column of Marcus Aurelius. The engraved column recounts the history of the Emperor's military campaigns in Europe, but has been topped with a statue of Saint Peter since the sixteenth century.