Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)

Rome’s main airport, Leonardo da Vinci (FCO), is located in Fiumicino, 30 kilometres from the city. There are several ways to get into the city centre from the airport:

Leonardo Express: The Leonardo Express leaves every half hour in each direction and connects the Roma Termini station with Fiumicino airport. Tickets can be bought at machines, travel agencies, ticket desks, and on the Trenitalia website. The journey takes 32 minutes.

Train: The FL1 train links the airport with regions like Fara Sabina, Orte, and Poggio Mirteto. Please note that the train does not stop at central station Termini.

Terravision Shuttle Bus: This bus line takes you to the central station Termini.

Address: Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci", via dell'Aeroporto, Fiumicino RM

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Phone: +39 06 65951

Website: www.adr.it/fiumicino

More Information: www.trenitalia.com/it.html

Ciampino Airport (CIA)

The city’s second airport Ciampino (CIA) is situated 12km southeast of central Rome and is mainly served by low-cost and charter airlines.

Bus: Some low-cost airlines have their own buses. The regular buses depart from the nearby underground station Anagnina.

Taxi: A taxi ride from the airport and central Rome takes 20 minutes.

Address: Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine", via Appia Nuova 1651, Ciampino

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Website: www.adr.it/ciampino

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Best Time to Visit

Rome is a traveller's darling throughout the year. The summer brings peak visitor numbers to Rome, and some of the year's highest temperatures fall in July and August. If your visit happens to be during these two months, make sure to check that your accommodation is equipped with air conditioning. Having said that, the best time to visit Rome is from October to April when there are fewer tourists and airline fares and accommodation tend to be lower.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rome (FAQs)

Is Rome a safe place to visit?

Despite being a major European capital and one of the most visited cities in the world, Rome is a fairly safe city for travellers. However, as with most main tourist destinations, pickpocketing and scams are the biggest concerns here. So be careful with your belongings when taking public transport and around the city's main attractions, and avoid canvassers.

Is Rome expensive?

Yes, Rome is quite an expensive city to visit but slightly cheaper than other European destinations, such as London and Paris, especially when it comes to accommodation. As of today, the average cost per traveller in Rome is between €80-130 per day.

Does Rome have Uber?

Yes, the Uber app does work in Rome, and it is totally legal to take one, despite what a few taxi drivers may tell you. However, because there is no UberX or UberPOOL and only Uber Black, Uber Van, and Uber Lux, fares do tend to be higher.

For more information on how to get around in Rome, read our sections on Taxi and Public Transport.

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Passport & Visa

Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Italy, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling.

For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.

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Website: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en

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Public Transport

Getting around Rome is very affordable if you use public transport. The system includes three metro lines, buses, trams, and an urban railway (Ferrovie Urbane).

The Termini station is the hub of Rome’s transportation network. The name of the local bus and streetcar company is ATAC. All tickets must be purchased from ATAC ticket machines, newsagents, or ticket outlets on the underground. The underground runs until midnight. Night buses stop at stations marked ”N”. There are also different choices of travel passes for 1, 3 or 7 days that are valid on all public transportation.

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Website: www.atac.roma.it/en

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Taxi

Taxi stands can be found throughout the city centre. Ensure to use only licensed yellow and white taxis and that the cab has a meter for a safe and reliable ride. An extra fee is payable per suitcase to and from the airport. There is also a surcharge at night, on public holidays, and Sundays. It is cheaper to hail a taxi on the street than get one at a taxi stand or book via telephone.

Regarding the Uber app, in Rome, you can only request an Uber Black, which means nicer vehicles but also higher prices.

Below are a couple of taxi companies in Rome:

Taxi NCC Rome
+39 389 510 6334

Cheap Taxi N.C.C
+39 375 542 7433

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Post

Post offices in Rome are usually open from 9am to 2:30pm, from Monday to Friday and between 9:30am–1pm on Saturdays. Stamps can be bought at tobacconists that either carry a blue and white "Tabacchi" sign or are simply marked by the ”T” sign.

Address: Poste Italiane — Via di Porta Angelica 23, Rome

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Pharmacy

You recognise a pharmacy in Rome by a green sign with a cross. They are usually open Mon–Fri 8:30am–1pm and 3:30pm–7pm. On Via Nazionale 228 (Farmacia Piram), Via Arenula 73 (Farmacia Arenula), and Piazza Barberini, there are pharmacies open during the night time.

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Telephone

Country code +39

Rome area code: 06 (also dialled in Rome)

If you call Italy from abroad, you must always dial zero in the area code (do not omit it as is the general practice when making international telephone calls), e.g. +39 06 + the number.

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Electricity

Italy uses the Type F electrical sockets with two round holes, the same as in many countries in Continental Europe. You will also encounter Type L sockets with three round holes arranged in a line. A “universal“ socket, that accepts Type C, E, F and L plugs, is commonly used in Italy.

The standard voltage is 230 volts, but some hotels have special plugs for 110 or 120-volt shavers.

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