Rome In January 2025 - Weather, Packing Tips, And Must-do Activities!

[@teresahenry597]

My Husband and I are heading over for our first time on Jan 24th for 3 nights. I have been following your videos and found them so so helpful. Thank you so much Elyssa. We are so looking forward to it 😊

[@catherinechiara3914]

Thank you Elyssa for your fabulous tips for "La Bella Paese". We're thinking about coming to Rome in January one year. As you say, bundle up and keep walking and you'll stay warm. And all the delightful sights and great food will warm your heart ☺️❤️

[@JR-ru1hh]

I just got back from Rome yesterday 11th Jan) and the temperature was 15-17c, a bit chilly at night. The sales were good. There wasn’t as many pilgrims and visitors as I had thought. Booked the Vatican museum through the Vatican website, no queue, just turn up at the time on your ticket. Staff very helpful and informative. The streets were still decorated with Christmas decorations and lights and was lovely to stroll through on an evening. Go to the Basilica of St Peter in the evening as there were no queues! If you’re sightseeing alone, be aware of people trying to sell you things at landmark sights, in particular around the Colosseum as there seemed to be less police presence. I had one follow me on an evening and heard them talking on his hands free, which spooked me as I felt I was being followed… best tip go into a hotel or bar and book a taxi to get away from the area and visit in the day or with others. They seemed to hit on people who are alone and taking pictures… a big tourist characteristic! Apart from that one situation I felt completely safe day and night and the locals are so welcoming! Enjoy if you have a trip soon!

[@magdolnakeller3431]

Thank you for all of your insights Elyssa. Heading to Rome in a couple of days, can't wait for all the good stuff :) This spectacle with the animals' blessing, what a great recommendation!

[@TheChefRod]

Thanks for ALL your videos and tips my wife and I always go to Rome in January (is our wedding anniversary trip) so thank you for all you share here….

[@verbo108]

Elyssa. Thank you for all the information. My family and I will be there next week. Your work has been 'imprescindible' to our planning. Saludos desde Néxico.

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much! Muchas gracias desde Roma :) Buen viaje!

[@volemek]

I'm here this weekend because of seeing you talk about how slow it gets after the 6th. I took a tour of the vatican based on a recommendation from another of your videos. It has been an amazing weekend. I'm doing one more day of sightseeing tomorrow. Your videos have been such an amazing help!

[@sandrab.5065]

Thanks for the tip about traveling to Rome in last three weeks of January. 👍 Those artichoke dishes look fabulous too!

[@LL-ye5tz]

thanks for the tips! I have been in Rome mid-December but now I am thinking about last 3 weeks of January.

[@davidwarren32]

Come back just before Christmas, brought the flu back with me ,lot of it going round over so wear a mask if you go in very crowded place like we did in the Vatican,i didn't wear a mask hence i caught the flu and it ruined my Christmas,the day after i got back all the symptoms kicked in, luckily i really enjoyed my holiday without any symptoms so that was a bonus😂.PS definitely book your tickets in advance if your going to any of the main sights 👍

[@NinaSimone24U]

Same..I returned New Year eve and been sick since..but ❤Roma 🎉

[@harnesshouse]

We're visiting Rome from the 9th to the 22nd of February (with five days in Florence in there.

[@NinaSimone24U]

I was there Christmas and returned NewYears Eve. The weather was beautiful 50s-60s midday and mornings 40s..layers layers.. I was there in June this year and was crowded. And December, it was so crowded! But amazing!!! I ❤Roma. Had plenty of cappuccinos after 11:00am! ❤

[@yvetter5423]

Great info! I’m traveling to Rome this week! Excited and nervous about getting around. Hopefully I’m packing enough warm clothes!

[@Romewise]

Thanks for watching! Don't be nervous, you will love it!

[@Godlvr008]

Great tips, you're only in Rome for few days and maybe only once, follow Elyssa advice and always book in advance to max your time. Happy New Year!

[@jeaninearianne]

Cant wait for your march video, I’m going to be in Rome in early March and you have been an incredible source of information so we can have the best trip, thank you so much! ❤ We want to do a day trip and were thinking of Tivoli, Orvieto or Florence, which one would you recommend? I’m leaning towards the countryside because we will have visited a lot of cities for the rest of the trip in other countries and my family is not crazy about art ☺️

[@ericl29]

Thank you. I'm leaving tomorrow (Jan 13 to the 22) . You have some great information. That I have used.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ralphcasale9702]

This video made me grab an espresso while watching and wish that I was skipping off to Rome. So glad that I found your channel! Such amazing content. PS - what’s your secret for keeping those white shoes so pristine while exploring Rome?!

[@Romewise]

Aww, I love the idea of enjoying an espresso while you watch my videos! Thanks as always! Ha that is a great question - I wash them!

[@isabelenau3934]

I ❤ your work!

[@Romewise]

Thank you! 😊

[@ericl29]

I'm kind of excited about the blessing of the animals. I'm staying at the entrance to St Peter's SQ.

[@Romewise]

I hope you'll enjoy it!

[@NRImomslifestyle]

Thank you so much for making such an informative and helpful video . Also, a big thank you for the much needed info on public restrooms in Rome ! I think your info is one of the best and most clear ones I’ve come across . I’ve been reading about how 2025 being the holy year, and Rome expects even more tourists and pilgrims and in general more crowds than usual ….. we were really hoping and planning to visit sometime this year . What would your advice be ? Is it better to hold off until 2026 ? If we decided visit this year , Is it possible to have a pleasant experience inspite of the crowds ,& be able to see the main attractions ( advance booking for sure ) . Would really appreciate your suggestions. Thanks 😊

[@mavi5477]

Thank-you for this nice and sweet video. Bafana brings back my childhood memories.

[@Atticus75]

Thank you for your videos. I am viting Rome in early February for the Italy v Wales 6 Nations rugby game with my wife and will pre-book the colosseum . Looking forward to it. Have a lot of the repairs/renovation now been completed for Jubilee?

[@Romewise]

Thanks for watching! I'll soon be publishing an updated Rome in February video, too. Definitely book your Colosseum visit in advance! Yes, many of the works for the Jubilee have been completed. I'll be doing a video about it soon.

[@lakshmiiyer3065]

Very informative video, thanks 😊 Regarding restaurants in Rome, we are planning to reserve ahead for Dinner for all 6 evenings during our visit to Rome in 3rd week of March 2025. My question: Is there anyway we could avoid poor service or any snide remarks by restaurant staff? We re Indian & we have faced poor treatment by a few restaurants in Vienna & Innsbruck Austria last year due to our skin color..Although we had no such issues in both of our trips to France or in Amsterdam, we are very apprehensive abt this issue during our upcoming 20 day trip to Italy( Rome Siena & Florence). This would be our 1st time in Italy. Just want to mention that We only choose to eat the local cuisine whichever country we travel to and we specifically Avoid Any place that serves Indian cuisine. We just want to avoid discrimination coz it can ruin the most important part of our Holiday, thats meal times (we travel to eat) Thank you

[@lilpenny1982]

At the start of your video, is that Roman structure the original or rebuilt throughout the years (on your right shoulder or above the red car)?

[@FionaMacdonald-p9p]

I visited Rome in the second week of January and walked straight into the Vatican and the Colosseum.

[@Evan-lx9lw]

Thank you!! We want to get there ... I turn to my wife and said "how about next week?!" Thank you

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much! I'm glad my video inspired you!

[@chookgoo77]

Is Rome riddled with pickpocketers and robbers, especially targetting Asian tourists and travellers?

[@lilpenny1982]

I remember when I was last in Rome, the Pantheon was free of charge. 🏛 Do they charge an entry fee now? 🙈 If so, how much?

[@Romewise]

Yes, as of July 2023, there is a 5€ fee to enter: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3eohquZadllfLc