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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Rome.

Discover Rome's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from imagining the roar of the crowd at the Colosseum; to feasting on heavenly sliced pizza at Bonci Pizzarium, a revered takeaway; and stretching your legs in leafy Villa Borghese, Rome's showpiece park with grassy banks and rowing lakes.

Build a trip to rememberwith Lonely Planet's Rome travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All new structure and design that's easy to useso you can navigate Rome effortlessly Exciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventurewith suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and mapsincluding a pull out map of Rome Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Sistine Chapel and more Essential information toolkit containing tipson arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with Roman culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Ancient Rome; Centro Storico; Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale; Vatican City, Borgo & Prati; Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo; Trastevere & Gianicolo; San Giovanni & Testaccio; Villa Borghese & Northern Rome; Southern Romeplus day tripsto Frascati; Nemi; Castel Gandolfo; Grottaferrata; Ostia; Tivoli; Cerveteri; Tarquinia; Lago di Bracciano; Anzio

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Rome.