Best Time to Visit

Rome is a traveller's darling throughout the year. The summer brings peak visitor numbers to Rome, and some of the year's highest temperatures fall in July and August. If your visit happens to be during these two months, make sure to check that your accommodation is equipped with air conditioning. Having said that, the best time to visit Rome is from October to April when there are fewer tourists and airline fares and accommodation tend to be lower.

Passport & Visa

Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Italy, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling. For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.

• Web:

  https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en

Ciampino Airport (CIA)

The city’s second airport Ciampino (CIA) is situated 12km southeast of central Rome and is mainly served by low-cost and charter airlines. Bus: Some low-cost airlines have their own buses. The regular buses depart from the nearby underground station Anagnina. Taxi: A taxi ride from the airport and central Rome takes 20 minutes.

• Web:

  www.adr.it/ciampino

• Address:

  Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine", via Appia Nuova 1651, Ciampino

Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)

Rome’s main airport, Leonardo da Vinci (FCO), is located in Fiumicino, 30 kilometres from the city. There are several ways to get into the city centre from the airport: Leonardo Express: The Leonardo Express leaves every half hour in each direction and connects the Roma Termini station with Fiumicino airport. Tickets can be bought at machines, travel agencies, ticket desks, and on the Trenitalia website. The journey takes 32 minutes. Train: The FL1 train links the airport with regions like Fara Sabina, Orte, and Poggio Mirteto. Please note that the train does not stop at central station Termini. Terravision Shuttle Bus: This bus line takes you to the central station Termini.

• Web:

  www.adr.it/fiumicino

• Address:

  Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci", via dell'Aeroporto, Fiumicino RM

• Phone:

  +39 06 65951

• More info:

  www.trenitalia.com/it.html

Public Transport

Getting around Rome is very affordable if you use public transport. The system includes three metro lines, buses, trams, and an urban railway (Ferrovie Urbane). The Termini station is the hub of Rome’s transportation network. The name of the local bus and streetcar company is ATAC. All tickets must be purchased from ATAC ticket machines, newsagents, or ticket outlets on the underground. The underground runs until midnight. Night buses stop at stations marked ”N”. There are also different choices of travel passes for 1, 3 or 7 days that are valid on all public transportation.

• Web:

  www.atac.roma.it/en

Taxi

Taxi stands can be found throughout the city centre. Ensure to use only licensed yellow and white taxis and that the cab has a meter for a safe and reliable ride. An extra fee is payable per suitcase to and from the airport. There is also a surcharge at night, on public holidays, and Sundays. It is cheaper to hail a taxi on the street than get one at a taxi stand or book via telephone. Regarding the Uber app, in Rome, you can only request an Uber Black, which means nicer vehicles but also higher prices. Below are a couple of taxi companies in Rome: Taxi NCC Rome +39 389 510 6334 Cheap Taxi N.C.C +39 375 542 7433