The Rome IndexBest area to stay in Rome
Which rione fits your trip, whether you're a first-timer, traveling with family, or chasing nightlife.
First visit, want to walk everywhere
Centro Storico or Monti — both put the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and Colosseum within easy walking distance.
Traveling with family
Prati, near the Vatican, is calmer, flatter, and has wider pavements and easy metro access.
Want a local, less touristy feel
Testaccio for food-focused travelers, or Trastevere for atmosphere and nightlife.
On a budget
Esquilino, near Termini station, has the best-value stays and direct transport links, at the cost of a less picturesque setting.