🇮🇹 Rome - Return from *€84

Here’s a general cost guide for a tourist visiting Rome, Italy’s iconic capital, known for its ancient history, stunning architecture, and vibrant atmosphere.

Accommodation:

• Budget: Hostels or budget hotels generally range from €40-€90 per night.
• Mid-range: 3-star hotels or private Airbnbs typically cost between €100-€200 per night.
• Luxury: High-end hotels or luxury accommodations in central areas like the Spanish Steps or Vatican can start from €250+ per night.

Food:

• Budget: Street food, casual pizzerias, or a simple meal at a trattoria typically cost around €8-€20 per meal. Pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) is an affordable choice.
• Mid-range: A sit-down meal at a traditional Italian restaurant will generally cost around €20-€40 per person.
• Fine dining: Upscale restaurants, particularly near popular tourist sites, generally range from €50-€100+ per person.

Transport:

• Public Transport: Rome has a well-connected metro, bus, and tram system. A single ride costs about €1.50. A 1-day pass for unlimited travel on buses and metro is around €7.
• Taxi: Taxis within Rome generally start around €5-€7, with an additional €1-€2 per kilometer. From the city center to popular areas like Vatican City or Trastevere, a ride may cost €10-€20.
• Bike Rentals: Renting a bike or electric scooter typically costs around €10-€20 per day.
• Walking: The best way to explore many of Rome's attractions is on foot, as many are located close to each other.

Attractions:

• Colosseum: Entry is around €16 for a standard ticket, with discounts available for students and EU residents.
• Roman Forum & Palatine Hill: A combined ticket with the Colosseum costs around €16.
• Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel: Entry costs about €17, though booking a skip-the-line ticket may be slightly more expensive.
• St. Peter's Basilica: Free to visit, though there’s a charge to access the dome (around €8).
• Pantheon: Entry is around €5 (since 2023), though it was free before that.
• Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps: Free to visit and two of Rome’s most iconic landmarks.
• Castel Sant'Angelo: Entry costs around €15.
• Galleria Borghese: Entry is around €15 for one of Rome's most famous art collections.

Activities:

• Guided Tours: Walking tours of landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, or the city’s fountains typically range from €25-€50.
• Cooking Classes: A traditional Italian cooking class might cost between €50-€100 per person, often including a meal.
• Opera or Concerts: Tickets for opera performances or classical concerts in venues like Teatro dell'Opera can range from €30-€100 depending on the event and seating.
• Bike Tours: Guided bike tours of Rome generally range from €30-€60.

Shopping:

• Rome has a wide variety of shopping options, from high-end fashion brands around the Spanish Steps to local artisan shops selling leather goods, jewelry, and souvenirs. Prices for souvenirs like keychains, postcards, or small trinkets range from €5-€20.

Overall Daily Costs:

• Budget Traveler: €50-€80 per day.
• Mid-range Traveler: €100-€200 per day.
• Luxury Traveler: €250+ per day.

Rome offers a wide range of experiences to suit any budget. The city is filled with free or low-cost attractions like its historic piazzas, fountains, and landmarks. Public transport is inexpensive, and with plenty of affordable food options, it's easy to enjoy Rome without spending a fortune.

However, if you’re looking to dive deeper into the city's iconic history, culture, and fine dining, the costs can add up, especially near popular tourist spots. For those wanting to enjoy luxury accommodations, top-tier restaurants, and private tours, the prices will reflect those choices.