If you're contemplating a break in a design hotel, Rome has some great attractions on offer to complement your stay. Here some classic FAQs on the city and staying in a design hotel - Rome awaits!
Is it always hot and sunny?
At the risk of sounding obvious, it rather depends on when you are visiting it! During the peak summer months it can be very warm indeed, though no more so than you might imagine many Mediterranean cities to be. During parts of the autumn, winter and early spring, by contrast it can be quite chilly - though perhaps not if you're used to northern European weather. If you look up typical temperature averages for the city, you should be able to see very clearly what sort of clothes you will need depending upon the time of year you are planning your stay in a design hotel. Rome is beautiful at any time of the year, however.
What about personal security on the streets?
Rome is the capital city of a major western European member of the European Union.
As such, law and order typically prevail on its streets and it does not usually have a reputation of being a dangerous place to visit. Of course, like every capital or tourist city in the world, it may have its fair share of people who may see visitors as slightly easier pickings than the locals. Using common-sense precautions when visiting major city centres is always a good idea and that applies here, too.
Will I need anything special to visit the Vatican City?
No. Even though the Vatican City is a completely independent state (in fact the smallest officially-recognised such political entity in the world), you do not need any special forms of documentation to enter its precincts. Note, though, that it is also a religious and spiritual centre and that means that sometimes, certain areas may have limited access due to religious or related services. Visitors are usually also required to dress relatively modestly in certain areas. Some nationalities may have specific entry requirements in terms of Italy itself, however. You will be able to check the specifics that might apply to you on the website of your local national embassy or travel centre.
What exactly are the Spanish steps?
This is a monumental set of steps linking two major piazze in the centre of Rome, with the most famous view arguably being that available by looking up them from the Piazza di Spagna. They date back to the early 18th century and they are certainly the widest staircase in Europe - and arguably one of the most beautiful and famous in the world.
Although built with funds donated by a French diplomat, they are called Spanish because they link to what was, at the time, the Spanish (Bourbon) embassy.
Are all the ancient Roman buildings simply in ruins?
No. Although the city is famous for its magnificent ruins, including locations such as the Coliseum and the Forum, in fact many Roman buildings survive more or less intact.
Perhaps the Pantheon is the best known and most monumental example, but even the old Roman senate house is still standing. If you are staying in a city centre design hotel, Rome will be able to offer you a vast number of classical and medieval buildings to examine.
Is it always hot and sunny?
At the risk of sounding obvious, it rather depends on when you are visiting it! During the peak summer months it can be very warm indeed, though no more so than you might imagine many Mediterranean cities to be. During parts of the autumn, winter and early spring, by contrast it can be quite chilly - though perhaps not if you're used to northern European weather. If you look up typical temperature averages for the city, you should be able to see very clearly what sort of clothes you will need depending upon the time of year you are planning your stay in a design hotel. Rome is beautiful at any time of the year, however.
What about personal security on the streets?
Rome is the capital city of a major western European member of the European Union.
As such, law and order typically prevail on its streets and it does not usually have a reputation of being a dangerous place to visit. Of course, like every capital or tourist city in the world, it may have its fair share of people who may see visitors as slightly easier pickings than the locals. Using common-sense precautions when visiting major city centres is always a good idea and that applies here, too.
Will I need anything special to visit the Vatican City?
No. Even though the Vatican City is a completely independent state (in fact the smallest officially-recognised such political entity in the world), you do not need any special forms of documentation to enter its precincts. Note, though, that it is also a religious and spiritual centre and that means that sometimes, certain areas may have limited access due to religious or related services. Visitors are usually also required to dress relatively modestly in certain areas. Some nationalities may have specific entry requirements in terms of Italy itself, however. You will be able to check the specifics that might apply to you on the website of your local national embassy or travel centre.
What exactly are the Spanish steps?
This is a monumental set of steps linking two major piazze in the centre of Rome, with the most famous view arguably being that available by looking up them from the Piazza di Spagna. They date back to the early 18th century and they are certainly the widest staircase in Europe - and arguably one of the most beautiful and famous in the world.
Although built with funds donated by a French diplomat, they are called Spanish because they link to what was, at the time, the Spanish (Bourbon) embassy.
Are all the ancient Roman buildings simply in ruins?
No. Although the city is famous for its magnificent ruins, including locations such as the Coliseum and the Forum, in fact many Roman buildings survive more or less intact.
Perhaps the Pantheon is the best known and most monumental example, but even the old Roman senate house is still standing. If you are staying in a city centre design hotel, Rome will be able to offer you a vast number of classical and medieval buildings to examine.
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