Taxi in Rome - Dos and Don'ts from a local - Tips you MUST know!

[@Romewise]

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[@ralphcasale9702]

In my opinion, she creates and posts on KZbin some of the best, if not the best, informational videos about visiting Rome. Thank you.

[@Romewise]

Wow, thank you! So nice of you! I really appreciate it. You made my day!

[@ralphcasale9702]

Thank you for all the incredible hard work, content, insight, and suggestions! Absolutely amazing!

[@debbieharrington441]

I agree

[@ralphcasale9702]

I’ve been to Rome many times and am amazed at all the novel, fantastic, and important content and suggestions that she provides.

[@Romewise]

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[@ediew6839]

Landed in Rome today..guys grabbed us leaving terminal. Started walking us away from taxi line. Because I’d watched this video last week, I asked if he was a white taxi. No he was a black taxi. I asked cost and he replied meter. I said no thanks and went to white taxi line. My adult son was so impressed!, thank you!

[@Romewise]

That's awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience. I am so glad you were in the know and avoided paying more than you needed to! Great job! I hope you have a wonderful visit in Rome!

[@CarolynMorris-xs2mx]

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[@TheRomanPilgriminPerson]

Asking if a driver has a white taxi won’t help you. Many scam drivers have white taxis. You need to look at the doors for the City of Rome logo. A scam white taxi will not have the City of Rome logo on the door.

[@TheRomanPilgriminPerson]

And hailing a taxi on the street is a good way to attract a scam white taxi. You must always check the door for the City of Rome logo. I agree itTaxi is the best taxi APP IN Rome.

[@Romewise]

@@TheRomanPilgriminPerson Great additional tips!

[@TheRomanPilgriminPerson]

The absolute best guard against being overcharged is Elyssa’s tip on using the taximeter estimator BEFORE you APP for the cab. These are actually very accurate for Rome. Just type in your location and destination and any other prompts and you will know the cost of your trip. Stick to that value if you’re overcharged and pay only that amount. It helps to have small bills and change on you when using Rome cabs. I’ve lived in Rome for 7 years and I just recently had to rely on the taximeter to get myself out of an overcharge. I did it and you can do it too. It works like a charm. Knowledge is your friend.

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you find my tips helpful!

[@hashanchamika9283]

This channel has to be on to-do list of everyone who are planning to come Rome. Seriously, thank you very much for the hard work put on to making these videos.

[@Romewise]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate your kind comments. Thanks a lot for recognizing the amount of work that goes into these. It makes what I do all worthwhile!

[@scottyb66rpbfl]

At the Taxi Stand in front of St. Peter's Basilica the cab driver wanted 30 Euros to take us to the Mausoleum of Augustus. It's only a 10 minute walk but we were exhausted from touring the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's all morning. Shouldn't have cost more than 10 or 12 Euro but we probably would have paid up to 20. He was quite rude about it so we declined. None of the other cabbies would even deal with us because he was the 1st one in the queue. They were all standing around talking and smoking and obviously didn't want to work. We wound up walking and so glad we did because we got to experience the beautiful views along the Tiber and the Ponte Sant'Angelo. We took taxis all over Rome and Florence and this was the one and only time we had an issue.

[@Romewise]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm sorry you had such as hard time with the taxi drivers. This is what I mean by a few of them giving the rest a bad name. I am glad for you that you enjoyed the walk, and I'm also glad to hear that other than this experience, you had no other problems with taxis in Rome and Florence!

[@chronic2023]

Sounds like my experience. I got a taxi from my hotel to the Vatican Museums for €22 and that included a winding ride around the streets of Rome because of construction. The driver was great (Verona 308 was his cab). After the visit to the museum and Vatican courtyard, I made my way to the taxi stand at San Pietro. The driver first asked how many (one) and then quoted me €38!!!! OMG. I told him, "It's a €20 ride!" He mumbled something about the traffic. 😅 "No, thanks, I'll walk." My hotel was near the Colosseum so he probably could have picked up a fare easily enough there. Yes, I ended up walking and it was almost 4 km from the taxi stand but I sure saw a lot of Rome. 😅

[@Romewise]

@@chronic2023 I'm glad you were able to walk back to your hotel - it's too bad there was not another taxi in the line you could have taken. I am sorry to hear these stories as I really believe most taxi drivers are honest - it's just these that try to gouge tired tourists that really make a bad name for the rest of them!

[@st.bernard7498]

I advise writing down the address of your hotel if you know where you are staying when you arrive at the airport in Rome and give this to the taxi driver....Then get some hotel business cards when you arrive at your hotel and use these when your away from your hotel and use these hotel business cards the same way. Writing down destination addresses you know in advance will also help the taxi driver make the transaction more smooth.

[@Romewise]

This is excellent advice! I've heard from some people that they forgot the name of the hotel where they were staying and had a hard time getting back to their hotel. Thanks for sharing!

[@HGills]

Thank you for this video - my husband always says to me, why do you watch so much youtube on places we are going to by the time we get there it won't be exciting as you'll have seen it all already !! My response is, if I come away with one tiny little piece of information then it's worth it and this video is a perfect example of that. I had no idea about the fixed price taxi fare only being applicable to accom within the Aurelian Walls or that the taxi should be registered in the city and having now heard that I have changed our accomodation booking to one within the walls. I was undecided as to which place I wanted to stay in and this has made the decision a little easier. Thank you

[@Romewise]

Wow that really makes my day! I am so glad you found this helpful! I hope you have a wonderful visit to Rome!

[@m.simmons7149]

Great advice, especially about not handing over money until you're outside the car, with your luggage, and after the driver confirms it is the correct amount (and has change in hand, if applicable). Unscrupulous drivers might take your 50€ bill then quickly switch it with another bill, e.g. a 20€ then claim that you owe the difference, e.g. you need to pay another 30€. Passengers who are tired might be fooled; others might pay to avoid the conflict/hassle.

[@Romewise]

Thanks for your comments. Yes, this is the scam I hear about most often and I think they know it works because visitors are tired and just want to get to their destination. In any case, really most drivers are honest, but if you get an unscrupulous one, it helps to be prepared!

[@cu-rf2sm]

I found this video very informative and helpful for navigating taxis in Rome. I was there this week and noticed it is crucial to always look at the side of the car to confirm it’s an official Rome taxi and ask the driver to turn the meter on (unless to/from airport flat rate). Unfortunately, in my experience around 50% of taxis in tourist spots might try to overcharge or refuse to use the meter unless specifically asked. Staying aware of these tips can help ensure a fair ride. Thanks for sharing this valuable information!

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much for letting me know you found my video helpful. Sorry you have had some bad experiences but thank you for sharing your tips!

[@angietyner888]

Marvelous information; concise, clear, and thorough. We’ve been to Rome many times, but this will certainly be of help on our next trip in April.

[@Romewise]

Thanks for your kind comments. I'm glad you find my video helpful!

[@NigelMoore-q6s]

I am so happy my wife found you! I have watched 3 of your videos and I will be watching more! Everything is so clear and concise and explained beautifully. We are going to Rome for our first time soon and going to Florence on a day trip, yes, I watched your video on that one! Thank you for doing these, I have liked and subscribed for more,

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm so glad you enjoy my videos and find them helpful. Thank you also for subscribing! I am very grateful! I hope you and your wife will have a wonderful visit to Italy.

[@OriginalDramagirl]

Thanks for the tip about IT Taxi! I'll be in Rome in a couple of weeks and this is going to come in very handy. Grazie!

[@Romewise]

I use it all the time and it works great! I hope you have a wonderful time!

[@cynthiapanah3978]

I'm so happy I found you! This is again so helpful as we only have hours to spend in Rome and we will be touring the Vatican and the Colosseum before heading back to the ship. Thank you so much for your very helpful information!

[@Romewise]

Thanks for letting me know you find my content helpful! I hope you have a wonderful time!

[@chronic2023]

I was just in Rome. Got a good, honest driver to take me to the Vatican Museums from my hotel east of the Colosseum. €22. Because of construction and one-way streets, you may get the impression that the driver is "taking you for a ride" price wise. In fact, Rome is a bit of a mess to get around in. On the way back, I went to a taxi stand east of the Vatican and the driver quoted me €38 for the ride back. 😅😅😅 No, thanks. My feet were killing me but there was NO way I was paying €38 for a €20 ride.

[@Romewise]

Great job avoiding that overly-expensive taxi ride! I love walking in Rome but sometimes one is just too tired. If there were no other taxis in the queue, I'd have called for one, or gone to the next taxi stand. Or taken the bus! But the good thing is you were savvy enough to know not to get into that taxi. Good job!

[@lf4801]

THANK YOU!!!!! I plan on using itTaxi. Now I know how exactly it will work.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jefff6167]

Thanks for taking the time to create your very helpful videos.

[@Romewise]

Glad you like them!

[@MrSnoomun1983]

This is such great information, thank you. We were looking at Uber from the airport as we arrive at 1130pm based on information from another youtuber and to prebook to city center they want €110. With your comments we will just go to the taxi line and get one for the flat rate of 50 and make sure to confirm everything before we get in. Thanks!

[@Romewise]

Thank you for letting me know you find the video helpful. I hope your visit to Rome and transportation all run smoothly! Have a great time!

[@sharonoldham1486]

Thanks, Elyssa! You and Alessandro have been an inspiration for me since 2001! Thank you for helping me help my clients!

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much, Sharon! We always remember you from our B&B days! Thanks for all your support over the years.

[@natashafoley2983]

This is fantastic! You're so clear and concise. Thank you!

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much! So glad you found the video helpful :)

[@eatcake2024]

LOVE IT! The best youtube video ever!!!🙌

[@Romewise]

Wow thanks!

[@shefalivyas3592]

Oh my God. So nice and precise information. Thank you so much. I really appreciate

[@Romewise]

So nice of you! Glad you found it helpful!

[@Davidlakerfan24]

Such a helpful video packed with all the information a tourist will need! I am visiting Rome next week! Thank you :)

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful! I hope you have a wonderful visit!

[@apheenaroebuck-webb3385]

Have fun! We will be arriving at the end of April.

[@angelegalea5853]

We will be in Rome in February. Grazie mille for the video.

[@Romewise]

I hope you have a wonderful visit! You might find these videos helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWacloVna7eUlac kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGPJgnxtpLqsp8U

[@amrituppal1361]

Absolutely perfect video ! Helped my anxiety related to this topic big time. Thank you so much

[@Romewise]

Thank you! So glad you found it helpful!

[@ChrisB-ru8jh]

Visiting in November. Was looking for exactly this kind of information. Thanks for posting.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sevengreen5494]

Useful as always thank you. Although I speak Italian well, I’ve had problems with touts who try to grab my baggage - particularly at Ciampino - so as to escort me fairly insistently to a pay desk which would lead to a trip in a shared 10-seater waiting in one of the outer car parks. Those trips can sometimes cost less, but they take two hours while everyone is dropped off. I’ve even had them try to say that the payment is for the regular white cabs at the taxi stand and that the method of payment has now been updated into prepayment at a desk. Elsewhere (Cagliari) I’ve had them grab my bags and proceed at pace out into the car park. The remedy is to ignore them, protest firmly if they try to grab a bag and to insist on the registered Roma can in line only. Wearing a mask helps avoid eye contact with them. Once I alleged that I was COVID+ but it didn’t repel them!

[@Romewise]

Thanks for sharing your experience! I think the best thing to do is to know in advance how you plan to get into the city and then stick to that plan. Forewarned is forearmed!

[@greerlovesgovert]

Fabulous video, so informative. I'm downloading IT Taxi right now, thank you so much for all of this inside info.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for letting me know! I hope you have a wonderful visit to Rome!

[@RJMCTV]

Just back from a short visit - our first - to Rome. This video was super helpful, and we used the advice to get the fixed price €50 Euro taxi to and from the airport. We also downloaded the ITTaxi app, but we ended up never using it or taxis. In the end, we just enjoyed walking everywhere. We stayed near Trev Fountrain, and I think the longest walk we had was to the Vatican City or maybe to Travestere one evening, about 30 minutes or so. But the walks were beautiful, with amazing architecture and sights around every corner. And whilst walking. every now and again, we might just stop at a street-side bar/cafe for a coffee or cold beer. I think we may have missed some of this atmosphere in a Taxi. Although we did clock up 80,000 steps (51km!!) during our 3 days by walking everywhere. (although I think most of that was walking the corridors of the VC Museum or the grounds of Palatine Hill!!). Thank you for your taxi advice :)

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much for letting me know you found the video helpful, even if just to get the taxi to and from the airport. I agree, walking is one of the best ways to get around Rome as you really see it in a different way. Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@eprohoda]

Woohoo. Romewise. Super, amazing recording, take care~=)

[@Romewise]

Thank you! You too!

[@YoYo-jm1lt]

Great information, thanks! Traveling to Rome this October!

[@Romewise]

Glad you found it helpful! Have a great visit this fall!

[@kimtan-nguyen7191]

Thank you so much. We will be in Rome for the first time in May. Your videos have been very helpful. Thank you again.

[@Romewise]

Thanks a lot for watching and for your comments. I'm glad it was helpful! have a wonderful visit!

[@gilleslafreniere]

Thank you for the useful informations, we will be in Rome in September and I will try to heed your advice. I have just downloaded the Ittaxi app for convenience.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fanpengkong5197]

Very detailed and helpful.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@adriennestark5198]

Excellent advice. Thank you!

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@wandab3843]

Thank you for this video! Very informative!

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@acmejia]

Most excellent video!!

[@Romewise]

Thank you very much!

[@MimiSaccomannoDeCapite]

Thank you for the informative videos! Love them and will share with my friends. Where do I find the link to book transportation from Fiumicino Airport to Civitavecchia?

[@Romewise]

Thanks for letting me know! If you click the first link in the pinned comment or in the description, it takes you to a page where you can see lots of choices for transportation to/from the airports, city center, and Civitavecchia: gyg.me/zFvnyVEC

[@ddear7374]

Great information. Thank you so much.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting!

[@RedGermRedGerm]

Very informative! Grazie!

[@beatricenicolau9735]

thank you for all these information Iam visiting in April , you have clear out all my doubts and question with your videos Thank You❤

[@Romewise]

So nice of you! Glad you found it helpful! You might also want to watch these videos about Rome in April and what to pack for spring: kzbin.info/www/bejne/opm0fZWVnq6Fi9U kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaK3gn2ghs9kmrM Have a great visit!

[@edgar9031]

Thank you very much for the detailed information!

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@marymcmann9546]

Thank you for this information! We will be in Rome in April and this is so helpful.

[@pammyrn1574]

Very helpful. Visiting Rome soon to take a cruise. Thks

[@Romewise]

Thank you for watching. Glad you found it helpful!

[@hdibart]

This was excellent,thank you.

[@Romewise]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LindaM-z5c]

Great information!! Thank you!

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gregcarter2718]

Great video, very informative

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sludford]

Very informative. I watched it twice.

[@Romewise]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Ccaste1967]

Excelent video!! Many thanks!!

[@Romewise]

Glad you liked it! Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@jeannette7243]

I (woman) have taken many white taxis within the city of Rome, and to and from the airport, and I have never been ripped off. Ever. I do speak Italian, though, and that might help, but in my experience they are trustworthy.

[@Romewise]

Yes, I agree with you. I mention several times in this video that I think most drivers are honest. Sadly, it's those few bad apples that give the rest of them a bad name. Glad you have also had a good experience!

[@afarrier815]

Great video, thank you!

[@Romewise]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for commenting!

[@rosacintron1884]

Great video, as always. Very informative. Grazie

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much!

[@danielpadro7034]

We are planning our return to Italy in August, Your video are very useful. I have already downloaded several apps to use. we also plan on flying to Paris for the day and airline tickets are affordable.

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoy my videos and find them helpful. You might find these videos about ravel in August useful for your trip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6m0qYZjm9Wifas kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIrJh5h5gqhkhrM kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6W7qZ6ZoadnmKM

[@saustinachs]

You're amazing, thank you!

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much for your kind comments! Glad you find the video helpful!

[@you4raj]

My experience in my just concluded 5day trip to Rome 1. Drivers are honest, mostly drive by aged person, you are lucky if they know English, use google translate 2. One driver missed to start on the meter, but polite to say what you feel ok, give it me. We knew the rate while going out in tge morning from hotel to station 3. No issue with Amex card, tap or punch 4. After booking, generally taxi comes very first and they charge on the meter, 5 There is a nice Rank we find after we finshed the Vatican and went to the bridge to see the castle Sant'Angelo, Rank was next to Bridge entry. You can go tye beautiful restaurant just across the road(right to crissing) Locanda dell'Angelo Ristorante Pizzeria Braceria if you are hungry after tye visit. Just taste their 🍕, delicious.

[@Romewise]

Thanks a lot for sharing your experience!

[@darrencotton786]

Thanks for the advice 👍 I’ll definitely take a look at that app, although walking will be my main way of getting around during the day.

[@Romewise]

Absolutely, I am a big fan of walking around Rome! But it's good to have a backup plan for when your feet give out!

[@TheRomanPilgriminPerson]

Take Elyssa’s tip on having a backup plan to heart. Rome is not a smooth even walk, navigating rough uneven cobblestones, crowded sidewalks, and distance will take its toll as also will the hot sun.

[@TheBellina100]

I love your content. You’re so thorough. By the way, I come to Rome often, what’s the name of your bed and breakfast?

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much. I truly want to be thorough because I want to help people coming to Rome! I'm glad you like my content! Perhaps I didn't make clear, but we no longer run a B&B (as of October 2018.) But thanks for asking!

[@johnlethlean8980]

Nonsense-free formation delivery. Thank you.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariazolkiew8658]

Thank you , it's very helpful.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mariazolkiew8658]

@@Romewise 😘

[@kmjohnson1552]

It Taxi App has been downloaded 🙂 Thanks for the tip. The amount (& size) of luggage is a concern for us.

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kmjohnson1552]

@@Romewise Any advice on selecting a private car service from the airport?

[@Romewise]

@@kmjohnson1552 Yes, I have links in the description. I use Get Your Guide. There are a lot of options and you can read the reviews. To be honest most car service companies do a fine job and by booking in advance, you save yourself the stress of wondering what the price will be.

[@kmjohnson1552]

@@Romewise Thank you so much for responding! I will look at Get Your Guide.

[@Romewise]

@@kmjohnson1552 Sure! I have links in the description so you can start there. It takes you directly to the page I recommend.

[@RRGMOTORS]

Thanks for sharing excellent informations

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dennisschaurer9462]

Very informative video

[@Romewise]

Glad you liked it

[@kinematics6]

Thank you!

[@Romewise]

Thanks for watching!

[@rossipremier]

Great video and good information, also really liked some others you've made as well. The website however is almost unusable in mobile due to all the ads, it's really bad. I know the blog needs to generate money but I found it so hard to actually get the information I needed and gave up. Thankfully the videos are not that way

[@Romewise]

Thanks for letting me know you found the video helpful. Yes, you are right, the way I can provide so much quality free information is by allowing ads on my channel and website. I appreciate your feedback. If there is a way for me to improve the user experience, I will try! Thanks again for taking the time to let me know.

[@jasminkroeger90]

Grazie mille cara Elyssa 🤩

[@Romewise]

Thanks for watching!

[@dalewun]

Great Tips! Thanks

[@Romewise]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SunriseSundown77]

Love your videos, going to Rome in future

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much! Hope you have a wonderful trip!

[@maurenes.balmaseda9788]

Going in June and I’ve learned sooo much from you already 💖 Suggestions for breakfast before a very early morning tour? We are staying in the Castro Pretorio. Thank you!

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much for your kind comments! If you have an early tour, I would try to grab breakfast near your tour. If you are going to the Vatican, my top suggestion is SciaScia café. If you do want breakfast in Castro Pretorio, you can try Bar Rossi or Trombetta. There are also two bars right in from of Santa Maria Maggiore that open really early. Both are great options for an early breakfast. For June, you might find these videos helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnSvhmSDe6mlars kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6W7qZ6ZoadnmKM

[@TheRomanPilgriminPerson]

LOL I LOVE SCIASCIA Cafe’, just remember there is a difference between chocolate coffee and chocolate capuce. If you go in there and ask for chocolate coffee you will get a tiny cup of very intense Espresso laced with equally intense dark chocolate. See if you can get a mound of Panna Cream to go with. Otherwise just remember to ask for Chocolate Capuce. I still make this mistake, it takes an astute customer or sharp Barista to remind me of the difference.

[@stevebartley628]

How about a video pon the tram lines and FL trains ?

[@Romewise]

Thanks for your suggestions!

[@GuaraldiGuy]

Most taxi drivers in Rome were pretty good. I used the app and I went to taxi ranks without much trouble. At Fiumicino, however, I had trouble getting a taxi to agree to take me to the Spanish Steps area for the fixed price listed right on the side of the car. I called to all of the drivers and one agreed to take me for only 2€ more, which I accepted. If no one would have accepted, it would have been the Leonardo Express for me.

[@Romewise]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Wow, it's disappointing that so many drivers would refuse to honor the fixed rate. Good for you that you stood your ground!

[@TheRomanPilgriminPerson]

Anytime you take a taxi at FCO to an area inside the Aurelian Walls, the Fixed Rate kicks in. You get in the cab and when you get out of the cab and get your luggage you pay 50 Euro. The only other option is the meter if you go outside the Walls. There is no agreement, you don’t make agreements, you don’t ask a taxi driver if s/he agrees with the fixed rate, you have to know where you are going. I simply place the fare on the seat if the driver violates the fixed fare, or the meter for that matter. I’ve had Rome taxi drivers charge me double over the meter. I pay the meter or the fixed fare.

[@GuaraldiGuy]

@@TheRomanPilgriminPerson Excellent plan! I appreciate your method. My approach was to have the argument at the beginning of the ride rather than at the end.

[@DavidProsser]

At St Peter’s the police diverted traffic- and the stand became a “ghost”. We had to cross the Tiber and walk a kilometre to find a stand. Quite an adventure!

[@Romewise]

Yeah it's going to be in a state of flux over the next year or so!

[@TheReluctantCoder]

When was this? In January? @davidprosser

[@brookem2610]

I have often found myself far from our hotel by the end of the day, suffering from sore knee and in need of a taxi. Your advice is so extremely helpful. I have downloaded the IT Taxi app for those times when I am not near a stand, which we've used often. Thank you! How do I find your B&B info?

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much for letting me know you found this video helpful. We ran a B&B in Rome from 2001-2018 but got out of that business and now we focus 100% on KZbin and our websites, www.romewise.com and www.florencewise.com.

[@elsapretorius5646]

Thank you for this video. we were looking at the Leonardo express then taxi but we will probably just be better getting a taxi from the airport with the fixed fare

[@Romewise]

Thanks for watching! Both options are fine. Just make sure your accommodations are inside the Aurelian Walls!

[@TheRomanPilgriminPerson]

If you could walk to your hotel after arriving at Roma Termini, then it may be more economical, but if you have to take a taxi at Roma Termini to reach your hotel, it’s best to take a City of Rome taxi at the airport. Also with construction going on now in Piazza del Cinquecento, you have to walk farther down to the NE corner to find the queue and it’s a hassle. And scam white cabs are cruising the streets.

[@theopinions47]

I was there for 8 days and avoided them. I walk to the train station everyday. It was 15 minutes away. Tip one make sure your hotel isn’t far from the metro. Remember cabs will charge you $25 euros going and coming. Do yourself a favor and get you a weekly metro card and you will do just fine. Octavio station is 15 minutes walk to the Vatican. While I was there I saw undercover cops pulling over taxis left and right. Make sure your hotel is centrally located to avoid being dependent on a cab. I only took a taxi too and from the airport and did just fine and did not need a bus either. Trust me you really don’t need one in main parts of Rome. I saved allot of money by avoiding them. They are really not necessary while in Rome.

[@Romewise]

Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@sze7648]

Went to Rome last year. Taxi driver started talking to us in Italian. We told him we didn’t speak the language. He then proceeded to talk to us for the next 30 minutes in Italian and we did not understand a single word lol

[@Romewise]

Oh that is so funny but it does sound like something that would happen. I find some cab drivers just need to chat! They almost don't care if you answer back - LOL!

[@EA-kb9pr]

Fantastic video, thank you! Beautiful turtleneck, would you remember the brand?

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much! And thanks for your compliments on my turtleneck, it's on of my favorite sweaters. The brand is Theory and I bought it a couple of years ago in the USA.

[@shammisomaya8748]

We are visiting Italy in august.. your video is excellent and great help to all the travellers. I collect antique tea cups , if you can suggest some shops or flea market I will be great full . Thank you .

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much! I'm glad you find this video helpful. You may find these videos useful also: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6m0qYZjm9Wifas kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6W7qZ6ZoadnmKM kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIrJh5h5gqhkhrM As for going antique shopping, I have a page on the website with some tips: www.romewise.com/vintage-shops-in-rome.html I hope that helps!

[@thesupportingcast6972]

I love your channel! I go back to your videos all the time ❤ I just want to ask, we have a very early Vatican tour. We have to meet a guide at like 7:30. We want to take a taxi. I wanted to ask how early they are available? - thank you!!

[@Romewise]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! You can get taxis 24/7 (unless there is a taxi strike!) You will find them at taxi ranks all around the city. If you are staying at a hotel, you can have your concierge call one for you, if you like. Either way, I suggest getting a taxi by no later than 6:50, so you make it in plenty of time and can relax. Have a great visit!

[@codacraft]

I got terribly ripped off catching a taxi at the train station in Rome. The issue was I didn’t know where the meter was located in the taxi , I am sure that the driver didn’t clear the meter so for a 3 mile ride he charged me 56 euro. It left me avoiding taking taxis though the next day I had walked 27000 steps so I capitulated and grabbed a taxi at a stand to go 4 miles…. 15euro aaaaaargh

[@Romewise]

Oh dear I am really sorry to hear you had such a bad experience with taxi drivers in Rome. Thank you for sharing your experience - hopefully someone else can learn from it.

[@apheenaroebuck-webb3385]

@@Romewise Reading this post, Can you tell us what part of the taxi we can expect to see the meter?

[@Romewise]

The meter can be in different places depending on the driver and his/her car. You might see the meter on or near the rearview mirror or close to the radio in the center. Either way, the meter should be visible to you from where you sit. If you can't see the meter, ask the driver to show you where it is. @@apheenaroebuck-webb3385

[@apheenaroebuck-webb3385]

@@Romewise Thank you so much for taking the time to respond to my enquiry. Very much appreciated.

[@chronic2023]

I wonder if the taxi you got even had a meter. Maybe that's why you didn't see it. 😢

[@susancalvert8059]

I love your channel! I’m curious what your plan is for when you’re much older and/ or one of you becomes unable to travel as much? Would you come back to the US to be near your kids?

[@Romewise]

Thank you! At the moment our plans are to stay here in Italy, but we also have the idea of moving back to the states someday, but it's not set in stone.

[@eugenetaljaard7568]

Thanks for the very informative video. Question on the iTaxi app - when you’ve used it to call a taxi does the app tell you what the cost will be?

[@Romewise]

No, but if you look in my description, I linked to a taxi rate calculator/estimator.

[@stevebartley628]

54 years ago my sister and I took a taxi in Spain. The driver demanded more than the meter said. I paid the amount because it was LESS than the actual fare plus the tip I was going to pay !

[@Romewise]

Thanks for sharing your experience! It seems this can happen anywhere...

[@tunnus.123]

Great.

[@Romewise]

Thanks!

[@cestjane2260]

So many potential inconveniences when traveling to Rome. It’s like traveling to a developing country…all the heightened precautions.

[@Romewise]

I think it's just a good idea to know what to look out for, as when traveling to any big city.

[@r.hernzz]

I’m a big piece of mind guy. Are the black transportation a lot faster to get to my Airbnb and get my day started vs. taxi/train. Going next week. Great information. Thank you.

[@Romewise]

I'm right there with you! Time is money, especially on vacation! And I love avoiding stress, too. Thanks for watching and for letting me know you enjoyed the video and found it helpful!

[@annagarnica9447]

I am not seeing the link for the video where you said you go over public transport option from FCO to Rome city center. I definitely want to hear what you have to say about that!

[@Romewise]

Sorry if I was not clear - I meant that on the Romewise website, I have a page about this. www.romewise.com/fiumicino-airport-to-rome.html

[@annagarnica9447]

@@Romewise nope. It was probably me who misunderstood! THANK YOU!!!!!!

[@Romewise]

@@annagarnica9447 No problem! I have a lot more content on the website but am slowly making videos to reflect that content, especially when it's for topics people have asked me for. This is one of those topics I will make a video about but I haven't done so yet.

[@lulubella83]

Hi! Love these vids! I’m trying to book a car in advance but when I click the link it takes me to a general page. Any company recommendations?

[@Romewise]

Thanks so much! I have updated. the link so it should work now: gyg.me/zFvnyVEC Hope that helps!

[@markrobinson7313]

We went last week and used Uber three times, each time they arrived in only three minutes. low prices too.

[@Romewise]

Yes, in Italy, the Uber app also acts as a booking agent for white city taxis. You just won't find Uber with regular people using their own cars the way you do in other markets. I'm glad it worked for you!

[@christinejustchris1470]

Ben fatto! Potrebbe essere utile condividere le frasi necessarie quando si parla con un tassista! Grazie mille!

[@Romewise]

Grazie mille! Grazie anche del consiglio - lo tengo in considerazione per un prossimo video come questo.

[@you4raj]

Thanks very much for your 2day trip to Rome, map was so helpful. Just one qs for this video, why so many old person driving b&w taxi all over the city?

[@Romewise]

Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed my 48-hours video. I'm not sure what you mean about old people driving taxis.

[@you4raj]

@@Romewise I mean the drivers are mostly aged person, seems to be above 60s...we don't see very often in this part of the world. curios to know whether they are driving to just pass time or for serious earning?

[@Romewise]

Well to be honest, since I take taxis quite often in Rome, I find that they range in age from mid-20s and up. But in Italy, usually when people have a job, they have it for life and so whoever you see driving a taxi is probably doing so as his long-term job. @@you4raj

[@mattbullis2354]

Agree to a price and make sure you and the cab agree that you're giving them the correct amount. Sounds simple, but we gave our guy 25 euro. However, we were not watching, and he quickly slipped the 20 into his shirt and claimed we only gave him a 5. You only gave me only 5?

[@Romewise]

Oh dear, I am sorry to hear this happened to you. The ones who want to be dishonest can be very tricky. Sadly it can happen to anyone.

[@carlo6040]

I used Uber in Rome and it was inexpensive and a great service tbh

[@Romewise]

Great! It does indeed work but I find usually it costs more than regular taxis, but I know many people love Uber and at least it works here. I'm glad it worked for you!

[@emmarubinowitz4007]

Thanks for the very helpful video. I was wondering if you know the answer to this question. Will any taxi in Rome take you outside the city? For example to another city in Lazio over an hour away.

[@Romewise]

If you are looking to go that far outside Rome, you will likely need to book a private (NCC) car service in advance. If you just hop into a white city taxi, it is unlikely they will take you that far, but you can ask. To be sure, I'd look into public transportation options or booking a car service. Try www.rome2rio.com to see all your options.

[@deborahpondermance2795]

Elyssa, you refer to the limousine type transportation as NCC. Is that a term used by locals? For example,iIf I want to have my hotel call a car of this type for me, should I refer to it as NCC?

[@Romewise]

Not so much locals but anyone in the tourism industry in Rome knows what it is - it means "noleggio con conducente" or, car hire with chauffeur. Yes, if you ask your hotel to arrange for an NCC car for you, they will know exactly what you mean.

[@allannaanderson4981]

Great video, thank you. I could not see the link you mention about getting public transport from airport, any help on this please?

[@Romewise]

Thank you! Sorry to which link are you referring?

[@antoinettenico216]

We will be a party of 5 which includes 2 kids ages 3 and 7. Any tips for getting a taxi with a car seat? Are car seats required in taxis in Rome? Would 5 people be able to fit in a regular taxi?

[@Romewise]

Car seats are not required but if you have a family of five and also want a car seat, you'll need to request this. You can request these features when you booking using one of the apps I mentioned. Also if you stay at a hotel and ask your concierge to help, they can book for you by calling the taxi company. If you just arrive at a taxi rank, you'll have to wait for a car large enough for all of you. Five passengers cannot fit into a normal-sized sedan so you'll need a larger vehicle, usually a van. There are surcharges for extra people. You can see the rates here: romamobilita.it/en/moving-rome/using-taxi-service While this is an official page of Rome's transport service, there are outdated taxi rates as they have recently gone up. However, you can use this to see the supplemental charges for additional luggage and people.

[@DavidProsser]

This was in October.

[@salemk.3098]

awesome video but what if you need a white taxi van for 5 people and it is not at the front of the line?

[@Romewise]

If you are in a line for taxis, let them know you have 5 people, and the drivers will pass over you until a large enough car shows up. They are used to this issue and have an honor system among them.

[@perucho2194]

Interesting, we are a family of 6, have you seen 6-seater taxis, without having to use the Apps?

[@Romewise]

Thanks for watching. Large vehicles that can accommodate 6 passengers are uncommon so you might be able to find them just by waiting until one comes along at a taxi stand, but you would be better off using an app to book.

[@loverofnaturalbeauty]

You say that Uber only gives you the 'Black' cab/limo option, but my Uber app shows, and we have used recently the 'White' cab option in Rome. You might want to take another look at the app.

[@Romewise]

Yes, it's true that the Uber app shows white taxis. It means that Uber subcontracts the white taxis. What I meant when I said that the only option you get with Uber was Uber black, i.e. a limo driver, is that we don't have here the kind of Uber service where a regular person drives their car and acts as an Uber driver. That has been strictly forbidden here. So yes, you can get a white taxi through Uber as you could through another taxi app, or you will get an NCC (limo) driver.

[@loverofnaturalbeauty]

@@Romewise Understood :-)