Presented by Katie Mechler

To have an understanding of the layout of Rome.

To become aware of the famous sites to see within the city.

To learn of some great restaurants to try no matter your budget.

Italy

The City of Rome

Rome • Forum• Pantheon• Baths of Caracalla • St Peter's Basilica• Vatican museums• Sistine Chapel • San Giovanni in Laterano• Trevi Fountain• Colosseum • Domus Aurea• Spanish Steps

Off the Beaten Path

• Tarquinia• Cerveteri• Etruscan Museum • Ostia Antica• Tivoli

Here are just a few of the recommended sites to visit while in the Eternal City…

Holy Week- the most important week in the Roman Catholic religion. Millions of Catholic make pilgrimages to the city each year to hear the pope’s address.

Good Friday- there is a procession of the cross from Colosseum to Capitlone Hill.

Summer Festivals--Jazz at the Villa Celimontana-Along the River- north bank of the Tiber

where there is volleyball, in-line skating, and art shows.

-Festa di Noantri- art shows, crafts, and food venders fill Trastevere

Public Holidays6 January - EpiphanyMarch/April - Easter Monday25 April - Liberation Day1 May - Labour Day29 June - Feast of Sts Peter & Paul15 August - Feast of the Assumption1 November - All Saints' Day8 December - Feast of the Immaculate Conception25 December - Christmas Day26 December - Feast of Santo Stefano

Want good food at cheap prices?

Fodor’s top six restaurants for under 13Eur are:1. Dal Toscano-under 13Eur to 18 Euro- Tuscan tratorria near the

Vatican that is famous for its grilled meat like pork and lamb chops.

2. Dar Poeta-under 13Euro- a popular pizzeria with locals, and they claim to make a pizza that is easier to digest than others.

3. Grappolo D’Oro-under 13Euro and 18Euro- featured in the New Yorker in an article on classic Roman tratorrias. Even with the publicity, the owners serve everything the way the customer wants it.

4. Il Leoncino-under 13 Euro- expect to wait in line for a slice of pizza at this fluorescent lit pizzeria, it’s also open for lunch.

5. La Soffitta-under 13Euro-hottest spot for Neopolitan pizza and is the only pizzeria certified by the Neaopolitan Pizza Association.

6. Remo-under 13Euro- a favorite of locals and students, expect classic Roman pizza and a good conversation.

Fodor’s top six restaurants in a middle price range:

1. Alberto Ciarla- 18Euro to 23Euro- famous for fish, but there are 6 other menus that feature different meats, pasta dishes, and deserts.

2. Cesare- 13Euro-23Euro- near the Vatican most known for its cured meats.

3. Myosotis- 13Euro to 23Euro- located near the Pantheon and focuses on freshness rather than elaborate presentation, its pasta is made by hand daily, winning the restaurant many praises.

4. Osteria Dell’Angelo- 18Euro to 23Euro- order family size portions with large groups and try a little of everything Roman. Reservations are necessary.

5. Papa Baccus- 18Euro to 23Euro- Rome’s best Tuscan restaurant that focuses on new fish dishes after mad-cow disease hurt business. Reservations are essential.

6. Taverna Angelica- 13Euro to 18Euro- situated near St. Peter’s Basilica and only has twenty seats which allows the chef to make sure each dish is done to perfection. Reservations are necessary.

Fodor’s top three nicest and most expensive restaurants:• Il Simposio Di Constantini- 18Euro to over

23Euro- a classy wine bar and restaurant with a wrought-iron and velvet décor and extensive menu, not to mention 30 different wines.

• La Pergola- over 23Euro- the rooftop restaurant in the Cavalieri Hilton on top of Monte Mario has a romantic environment along with one of the best chefs in Rome. Reservations are essential and so is a coat and tie.

• La Rosetta- over 23Euro- this is the place to go for fresh fish in Rome, whether you order a simple appetizer, a full course, or try a home-made dessert, the food will be excellent. Reservations are essential.

Sites to Visit to help plan your Trip

http://www.romeguide.it/FrameSeting.html

http://www.initaly.com/regions/latium/latium.htm

http://www.fodors.com/miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=rome@130

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/europe/rome/