visitor guides to ROME

Apr 19, 2011

When you think of Rome, you surely think of the Coliseum. It is a symbol of the city and the ancient empire that once held power over a vast amount of Europe. Today, the Rome Coliseum stands as an ode to the past, and its weathered but proud exterior houses an incredible history that is waiting to be explored.

Family Restaurants in Rome

Apr 19, 2011

One of the most important aspects of any trip with your family is the food. A vacation with hungry children is bound for disaster, and one of the best ways to connect with a new culture is through food. Here are some of the best family restaurants in Rome.

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Shows in Rome

If you're planning that dream trip to Rome, you'll want to include activities that'll give you the most authentic experience, and the shows in Rome are a must-have experience.

There are few places where the art and dedication to performance is more embedded in the culture of a city as it is in Rome. Not only will Rome shows give you the opportunity to see contemporary concerts featuring the most popular performers across all genres of music, you'll also have plenty of opportunity to be enamored by a rich legacy of opera and theater. Even if it's not quite your thing, you can hardly miss such long established institutions like Accademia di Santa Cecilia, which is one of the oldest musical institutions in the world.

While there are many shows that you'll joyfully happen upon, such as puppet shows and street performers, you'll also want to plan ahead to attend some of the bigger and well-advertised Rome shows to make your trip complete.

5 Shows in Rome

A.S. Roma

Stadio Olimpico Viale dello Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy 00194 Rome Italy

Watch all the excitement of a professional soccer match as A.S. Roma takes on other European teams at the impressive Stadio Olimpico. A.S. Roma is one of the best teams in Italy, and have won many championships including Coppa Italia nine times.

http://www.asroma.it/
Borghese Gallery and Museum

Borghese Gallery and Museum Piazzale del Museo Borghese, 5 00197 Roma, Italy Rome Italy

Go to the Borghese Gallery and Museum inside the beautiful Villa Borghese to see some of the most impressive sculptures and paintings in the world. Some of the artists represented her include; Raphael, Titian, and Bernini.

http://www.galleriaborghese.it/borghese/en/edefault.htm
Italy National Soccer Team

Stadio Olimpico Viale dello Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy 00194 Rome Italy

Go see the Italy National Soccer Team if you are in Rome when they are playing. Historically this team has been one of the best in the world winning four World Cup titles, the most recent in 2006. The team plays at Stadio Olimpico, and it is even fun to watch a practice if you can't make a game.

http://www.figc.it/index_en.shtml
Roman Opera

Teatro Costanzi Via Firenze, 72, Rome - 06 481601 Rome Italy

Enjoy the beautiful singing and acting at a performance by the Roman Opera. The world renowned opera has performances throughout the year, so you are sure to find something you like any time you are in Rome.

http://www.operaroma.it/
Rugby Roma

Stadio "Tre Fontane" di Roma Via Laurentina, 52 Rome, Italy 00142 Rome Italy

Come to Stadio "Tre Fontane" di Roma to cheer on the Rugby Roma team. Even if you are new to the sport, rugby is still one of the most exciting displays of athleticism and physicality you will find. If the game doesn't interest you, the rowdy fans are sure to make the trip worthwhile.

http://www.rugbyroma.it/index.php