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ROME PRIVATE TRANSFER - airport shuttle 26€ 2 pax. Near Serviane walls in old Rome in Rome. Piazza Albani-this is exactly the kind of apartment we wanted in Rome.

Near Serviane walls in old Rome in Rome

A few minutes’ walk took us to the Circo Massimo, Coliseum, Palatine Hill, and Forum. Our metro stop was Circo Massimo. There was a tram a few meters from the house. We were able to walk easily all around the city, including Trastevere across the Tiber. The apartment itself was on what we would call the second floor, next door to the landlords, who were very helpful but never intruded. Pocket : How to Do Florence on a Budget. Trastevere Vacation Rental - VRBO 293293ha - 1 BR Rome Apartment in Italy, Bright, Cozy and Quite Apt. in Trastevere, with a Beautiful View Over the Park. Overall this is a great studio apartment for a trip to Rome.

Trastevere Vacation Rental - VRBO 293293ha - 1 BR Rome Apartment in Italy, Bright, Cozy and Quite Apt. in Trastevere, with a Beautiful View Over the Park.

The best part is the location--you're within walking distance of almost everything and just a short stroll to numerous restaurants in Trastevere. The same owner has a couple other apartments that share a vestibule with this one, which would be great if you were traveling with a group. The apartment itself is very clean and well laid-out, maximizing the small space. I would recommend it more for people who are planning to spend most of their time out and about, though, as it's not really laid out for being able to "hang out". There's a small settee downstairs but not that comfortable for two people to sit and watch TV. Wash clothes at your own risk. For those staying in Rome in the summer, it gets quite hot. Overall we were pleased with our stay! Recommended for: Tourists without a Car, Romantic Getaway Did you find this review helpful? One Day or Private Tuscan Cooking Class « Ecco La Cucina.

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Ecco la Cucina offers one, two or three day classes. While you’re in Tuscany, join us for one, two, or three fun mornings in the kitchen for a hands-on Italian cooking class concentrating on the foods and wines of this beautiful region. Hands on Italian Cooking Class - Cooking Classes - Cookery School - ToscanaMia. How to Do Florence on a Budget. Photo Courtesy of mcmillent/myBudgetTravel.

How to Do Florence on a Budget

Article by Kaeli Conforti of Budget Travel. Florence is an Italian city best known for its art. Home to the Galleria degli Uffizi and the Galleria dell'Accademia (where Michelangelo's David masterpiece resides), visitors from around the world flock to see famous statues and paintings by Raphael, Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci among others. The good news is you don't have to break the bank to get some world-class culture. You can view sculptures, paintings, and other works of art for less -- or for free -- if you know where to look. Whether you're a history buff, art lover, or just passing through, there's something for everyone in Florence. Visit the Statue of David at the Galleria dell'Accademia -- for less You can't go all the way to Florence and not see David.

More From Budget Travel: 30 Iconic Photos of FlorenceInsider Secrets of Rome25 Beautiful Photos of Rome26 Vacations of a Lifetime35 Passport Stamps Worth Bragging About. Cooking Classes with Nonna Ciana. Rome city layout. A rundown of the main streets, piazzas, and neighborhoods to help you navigate the Eternal City (All static maps on this page © OpenStreetMap & Reid Bramblett, CC-BY-SA.)Rome is strung along an S-shaped bend of the Tevere (Tiber River).

Rome city layout

The bulk of the centro storico (historic center) lies east of the Tevere. The Vatican and Trastevere lie on the west banks of the Tiber. For the purposes of major roads and arteries, know this: for all intents and purposes the geographic center of Rome is Piazza Venezia; everything radiates out from this point. Dividing the city into neighborhoods is a bit trickier. There are many ways to slice the map of Rome into smaller, bite-sized neighborhoods: the famous Seven Hills of antiquity, the medieval rioni neighborhood designations that are still used officially but mean little to non-Romans. However, most official divisions are fairly useless to the traveler. Those are the ones I will use. The Tridente (Piazza del Popolo, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain) 7 Tested Tips for Visiting Rome.