Is Rome's Monti Neighborhood The Best Location to Base Your Trip From? Rome's Best Neighborhoods

[@Stef2224]

My husband and I are going to Rome in September for our very first time and we have watched so many videos and your videos are flat out the best and most informative!! Thank you so much for sharing all your knowledge!!! So helpful!!

[@RozierRoma]

That is awesome! I hope I am doing something right! Have a great trip

[@jimangela4589]

I agree the Monti is an excellent neighborhood. One year we stayed near the Cipro station, up behind the Vatican. We took the metro all the time. Another time we stayed in the Monti and didn't use the metro since everything was within easy walking distance. Though the same for the Campo de Fiori area. We actually stayed across the ally from Roscioli's, inside the footprint of Pompey's Theater. Later this week we are staying in Trastevere. A neighborhood that we have wandered into but never really explored. Great video. Walking is the best way to see Rome. There are hidden gems at every corner and in between. Here's a tip. There is an underground walkway from the Spagna metro station to the Villa Borghesi at the Porto Pinciana gate.

[@RozierRoma]

I like that tip! I’ll check it out. Hope you enjoy Trastevere. Next to the Conrad supermarket there’s a great place to get fresh suppli called Suppli Roma. So good! Also, if you like Naples style pizza, the best that I have found in Rome is out on the main road and it’s called Pizza Re 77. Have fun.

[@robertrosini762]

Thank you! I'm staying in Monti in late September!

[@RozierRoma]

Great, I hope you love it

[@joesmoe5690]

This was one of the most helpful vids you have made. Walking thru a birds-eye view, Awesome thnx

[@RozierRoma]

Awesome, thank you!

[@quentinholmes8667]

So the trick to get to Sicily is to take a night train. It’s like paying for transportation and lodging all in one. If you book in advance, it’s a little cheaper not to mention you can have some rooms with bathroom and a shower. You should also thy the Apulia region. I think they have the best wine. We really liked Naples Verona and Siena. But Bolzano was a huge surprise. We went there for Otzi the iceman and was surprised that it was so different. It’s more German.

[@RozierRoma]

Thanks for sharing. My wife has been wanting to spend more time in Sicily. We need to make time for it hear soon.

[@AlexanderLittlebears]

Bolzano was historically a German city. It was annexed to the Italian state only in 1919 and only after that Italianization occurred. Today 25% of the population of Bolzano and the vast majority of the countryside is still German.

[@chinaman5348]

Brilliant content , best vlogs for preparation to Rome!! Nothing else compares on you tube

[@RozierRoma]

Wow, thank you! I sure appreciate the comment.

[@ArcheryGeek]

Just amazing content - must watch for anyone visiting Rome

[@RozierRoma]

I am so glad you liked it. If you have time watch the video I did about tip for 2024. I think they are better than most. Again thanks for watching!

[@KathrynMueller-d8x]

Thank you. Could you please mention street names instead of "go down here"?

[@RozierRoma]

if you use the GPS link it will guide you so you will not need to know the street names. thanks for watching

[@KathrynMueller-d8x]

@@RozierRoma thank you. I'm not that great with technology, but I'll try to learn.

[@quentinholmes8667]

We stayed in Monte last February/March. We liked it. It was fun at night time and things were definitely easy to get to. We are actually going to be there the same time this year. But we decided to try the Trastevere area this time.

[@RozierRoma]

It is great to switch it up. Trastevere is one of my favorite areas for sure. You will be walking a bit more but the walks are very pleasant. The food is great in Trastevere! Thanks for watching! Great pizza at Pizza Re 77 on the main street in Trastevere. Give it a try.

[@quentinholmes8667]

We almost went last time. But I’ll definitely give it a shot this time. Have you been to Sicily yet?

[@RozierRoma]

Yes just once. It was very nice but you need more time as there is no high speed rail yet so cities take more to to travel between. Palermo was interesting but I like Naples better. I do not know Sicily very well just limited time there. My favorite cities in Italy in order are Rome, Naples, Florence, Sorrento, Siena, Verona. There are others. I personally do not care too much for Venice. It kind a seemed like an amusement park to me, very pretty but not for me.

[@m.g.3619]

I’m enjoying your videos so much. We we’re going to stay at a hotel by the airport but I ended up canceling. I’m so glad you told me that there really isn’t anything there. We’re now going to stay at Waldorf Astoria. But I feel like we’re still kind of far away from everything. Any thoughts? Can’t wait for your book to come out! We’re planning on going back in 2026.

[@RozierRoma]

The travel guide is available now and it is almost 50% completed. The part I like most about the Rome Travel Guida are the maps as we get to share so many great things about Rome and with a click your GPS will guide you to it. There is a discount code "GuiraMe" that you can use for 50% off while under construction. RomeTravelGuida.com Now for your question. Give me one minute.

[@RozierRoma]

OK I had to look up the location. If it is the Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, yah that is a bit out of the way. You can use a taxi however to get around but metro, busses or waking are a bit of a challenge. The hotel look wonderful but when I think you are there to see the city and not relax at the pool and spa? Although that does sound goog. Arn't you going on a cruise from Rome? If you are there will be plenty of time to relax on the boat. May i suggest you look into Hotel Santa Maria in Trastevere. It is a boutique hotel that I think you will really like if still available. Give that a try and if they are full let me know and i can refer additional options for you. All the best!

[@m.g.3619]

Just signed up for your “Rome Travel Guide “. Can’t wait to unpack it and take it with in Rome! Learned so much from watching your videos 😊

[@RozierRoma]

That's great thank you!

[@sharanahmed]

Kindly share the link of the map u have shown at 3:39 minutes of this video

[@RozierRoma]

I just added link in the video description for the map. Thanks for watching.

[@sharanahmed]

​@@RozierRomaThank you for the link. I just opened the link and it asked me to request the access from the author. I have sent you the request. Kindly make this link public.

[@sharanahmed]

​@@RozierRomaand if you dont mind, I need one more favor from you, whether do u offer rome tour services, accomodation, arrange pick and drop from airport etc?

[@RozierRoma]

unfortunately I do not offer any tour services. I do have some good videos to help you choose a good location to stay while in Rome. I usually stay in AirBnB's but there are very nice hotels as well. From the airport may I suggest just getting in line at the official taxi station right out in front of the terminal. Do not let someone solicit to you as they likely will not be an official taxi. Oficial taxis are white and say taxi on top, they are not unmarked black sedans or vans. The official taxi will take you for a flat 50 euro up to 4 people. They may also charge you 1 euro per bag. Getting a taxi at the airport takes less than 10 minutes, there are so many taxi the lines go very fast.

[@johnmontford8241]

We stayed in the Trastevere section of Rome for 11 days June 2024. It was nice to return to the relative quiet of Trastevere after full days of the crowds in the historic center of Rome. Trastevere definitively feels and looks like Rome. It is still within walking distance of many historic sites. It was beautiful, we had a great time. My precautionary tale is to stay out of the metro stations. I was the victim of a pickpocket while I was entering the train at Spagna station. They took my phone, but not my love for travel and adventure.

[@RozierRoma]

If you spend enough time in Rome eventually you will get picked, especially as you get older. Trastevere is my favorite neighborhood. I also really enjoy the area of Campo De' Fiori.

[@WolfGrrl1]

I'm going to Rome in a month and I was wondering if I book a ticket for a guided tour of the Colloseum & Roman Forum, the guided tour usually lasts for 2.5 hrs, when the tour is over, will we be able to remain in the Roman Forum and just walk around without the guide, or once the tour is over we have to get out? I'm asking because from what I understand there's guided tours and there's just plain entering tickets with no guide where you're on your own and can stay as much as you like.

[@RozierRoma]

You ticket to the Colosseum will be for a specific time and once you leave I do not believe you will be able to come back. On the other hand your ticket is also for the Roman Forum and that can be re- entered for the next 24 hours. You can come and go. Sorry I am not sure on the Colosseum but I think it is only once..

[@markolwick2223]

You obviously don’t know Monti is you think Piazza Navona is in it. Pretty far away.

[@RozierRoma]

I never mentioned that Monti was near Piazza Navona. Thanks for watching.

[@RedProg]

We have returned from our Italy vacation. The first 5 days was in the Monti area of Rome. Great location. 5 minute walk to the Colosseum. First day we took the Hop On Hop off bus. Gave us a great overview of the historical area of Rome. We walked pretty much after that. Get up early and you can miss the crowds. 👍

[@RozierRoma]

Very true the crowds don’t really get going until after 10 AM so if you don’t mind getting up early, you can kind of have the city. While it is peaceful.

[@cherylguthrie9226]

Thanks for yet another comprehensive, interesting, informative video. Very much enjoyed 😊😊

[@RozierRoma]

So glad!

[@stevefarmer105]

Just got back from Rome this past weeks. Great 2 weeks. Our 3rd time there and this time we stayed at AIr B/B just 5 mins form the Coliseum . Great videos. Thanks for sharing them

[@RozierRoma]

Roma is city that you can keep going back to and enjoy it from a different perspective depending on where you stay. Glad you had a good time. Sounds like Monti suited you well

[@SpatchG]

Thank you, this is very helpful. I will be staying in Monti soon! I had no idea about the pyramid, will definitely check that out.

[@RozierRoma]

You’re going to love Monti. To see the pyramid. It is just a five minute trip on the metro. Two or three stops, depending on which station you depart from. Have a great time.

[@jo-annh.olmstead4168]

I always learn something new from your interesting and informative videos - thanks! I’ve done all the usual tourist sites and am always looking for new lesser known points of interest - as well as places to stay and to eat. Monti is new for me so it’s now at the top of my list. My question is- you talk a lot about metro stations to get around from Monti. I always walk everywhere so I don’t take the metro. Last time I stayed by the Spanish Steps and walked to Trastevere, Monti, Vatican,etc. Sorry for all the blah, blah - wish I could visit Rome as often as you do!! Thanks again!!😊

[@RozierRoma]

I often stay near Largo, Argentina, and Trestevere, where there is no metro so for me this time being next to a metro, I took advantage of it when I was in the Monti neighborhood. You can still walk too many things from there a bit far to the Vatican And some other sites so it’s nice to be able to walk out and explore and then find a metro to get back to Monti easily. I’m curious what did you think about the Spanish steps area as far as staying there? I did one time about four years ago. The air is beautiful, but I felt like it was overpriced and kind of like a large shopping mall. I guess if you’re into shopping, that would be the place to be but for me, I prefer areas a little more, I guess authentic.

[@louisedasilva6046]

Thank you for a very interesting and informative video. I love how you show everything on the map. It makes it easier to figure out where the sights are and how to make good use of our time. 😊

[@RozierRoma]

No problem I am glad you likes it! If you have not watched it already I have a good 2024 tip video that I think is very good!

[@debrasams2362]

Great video! This looks like a good area to stay. I never knew there was a pyramid. Much see when I go back. Also, what is the name of the place in the Jewish Getto that had the fried fish? Thanks so much for sharing.😊

[@RozierRoma]

The place is in the Jewish Ghetto and it is called Oriental Fonzie. Odd name but that is the place. I also tried fried cod at a couple other places and this one was the best that I tried.

[@debrasams2362]

@@RozierRoma thanks much!!

[@Ace-o3w]

Love your channel

[@RozierRoma]

Great to hear! I hope you find the videos helpful!

[@RedProg]

Monti area 👍 Thank you

[@RozierRoma]

Sure!

[@tamle8008]

ANother great video. What is your comparison between Metro or bus in Rome? What is more convenient?

[@RozierRoma]

I take the metro whenever possible as they are fast and direct and they come every few minutes. However they do not service all areas so I end up also taking the bus. Sometimes I take the bus just to go a few blocks down a street just to save some time. Busses do not run as frequently as the metro so that is also a consideration. Both can be crowded but at least on the metro it is for a short period of time. Well that's my opinion.

[@tamle8008]

Great point. We only have 3 days before the cruise so timing is important@@RozierRoma

[@RozierRoma]

Have a great time. Check out the itinerary videos I made I think they may give you some ideas. I am releasing a new 2 day itinerary in a couple days.

[@tamle8008]

Of course i will. I have been watching all of your video. Thank you for very detailed videos@@RozierRoma

[@braxtonmay391]

Fantastic work.

[@RozierRoma]

Glad you liked it! Headed to Rome?

[@braxtonmay391]

​@@RozierRomaI'll be there in a little over two weeks:) ive been binging informative videos like yours and Im getting more and more confident and excited. I really liked the little tips of lesser-known attractions or lookouts right around the major ones. They will help for a really full experience🙏