Im going to rome what might i see and eat?

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Im going to rome what might i see and eat?

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Well, I've been to Rome a couple times, and I've discovered a few good places to eat. As a general rule, forget what guidebooks say and ask somebody who lives there. They know a lot more than a book does.

Here they are:

Dino & Tony's Hostaria - Pizzeria

Via Leone IV, 60

This restaurant was actually recommended in a guidebook, although not under the restaurants section. It was a little sidebar in the Vatican tour section of Fodor's Pocket Rome guidebook. They recommended this place as a good alternative to the touristy places right across from the Vatican museums. They were right.

I've been here twice for lunch while visiting the Vatican. Both times have been superb, with great service and good renditions of basic Italian food. Don't expect to get a menu; the waiter just brings good food, like rigatoni bolognese, etc. Expect a bit of a language issue, since the waiter doesn't speak English; bring a dictionary and make do. Spanish should also work, since the waiter is from Argentina.

You're in Rome, so don't be in a hurry, and just have a leisurely lunch while they bring you food until you've had enough.

Il Pancrazio

92 Piazza del Biscione

This place is in a little square right off of Piazza Campo dei Fiori. If you stand at the statue of Giordano Bruno, turn to his 5 o'clock and head out the Piazza through that corner. The restaurant is in the little square, just on the right.

The food is pretty good. It's not the cheapest, but you'll get a good meal for the price. Check out the desserts -- there's a cake with layers of thin chocolate on it.

Cantuccio

Corso Rinascimento, 71

This place is really worth visiting. It's one block of of Piazza Navona. Take the side street from the middle of the square towards Corso Rinascimento. Take a left, and it's right there. It has outdoor seating.

It's a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for, with great service. I'd recommend the Cace e Pepe' pasta, although other people had the Wine Risotto and that was very good.

No 39.

Via Palestro

This restaurant has a number in it's name. This is a basement level restaurant on Via Palestro between Via Gaeta and Via San Martino della Battaglia (near Termini station). I wasn't impressed by the main dish, but I did get to taste a bite of the Tiramisu. It was the best Tiramisu I've had in my entire life. Hands down. We tried to go later just for dessert but it was "feenished". It's worth the trip for the Tiramisu; maybe lunch, before it's feenished.

Things to see in Rome

Colosseum in Rome

The Colosseum is probably the most famous and popular sightseeing attraction in all of Rome. No matter what time of year or time of day you visit the Colosseum in Rome you will encounter hoards of tourists from all over the world taking pictures and exploring the Colosseum. The Colosseum in Rome was the main gladiator arena in ancient Rome and despite its age, its basic structure is still very much in place.

Palatine in Rome

The Palatine in Rome is a vast excavation of a part of the city of ancient Rome and provides some of the most insightful and interesting sightseeing experiences to be had in Rome. The Palatine in Rome used to be the wealthiest residential district of Rome and is replete with the remains of Roman mansions and the royal palace of Emperor Domitian. Set aside at least a few hours to do some sightseeing here as it really is quite a large area.  The Palatine in Rome is situated very close to the Colosseum so it makes sense to see these two sightseeing attractions on the same day. Tickets which allow you access to both of these sightseeing destinations in Rome are available for the price of 8 Euros.

Roman Forum in Rome

The Roman Forum in Rome is an excavated area of what used to be a major market place and public area in the ancient city of Rome. Public buildings and squares with statues on display are among the sightseeing attractions at the roman Forum. Guided sightseeing tours of the forum are available in English and cost 4 Euros. This sightseeing attraction in Rome is open from 9-5 daily.

Capitoline Hill in Rome

Capitoline Hill is ancient Rome’s predecessor to modern day Capital Hill in the USA. This was the headquarters of Rome’s municipal government and city council. A vast area of excavated roman building is on display here and archaeologists are continually uncovering more ruins. One of the sightseeing highlights of a visit to Capitoline Hill in Rome is the statue of Marcus Aurelius in the main public square. In addition, this sightseeing destination in Rome is also home to the World’s oldest museum which is well worth a visit. The church of St Mary in Aracoeli is another major sightseeing attraction to be seen here complete with its magnificent fresco painting on it’s inside walls and a statue of Jesus.

Piazza Venezia in Rome

The Piazza Venezia is the best sightseeing spot to come to in Rome if you are looking for a great view of the city. Today, the Piazza Venezia houses the tomb of the Unknown Soldier as well as the basilica of St Mark.