We’re talking about the top 15 tourist mistakes to avoid when you visit Rome, the capital of Italy!
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00:00 Don’t make these mistakes!
00:47 Mistake 1: Water
01:21 Mistake 2: Language
02:23 Mistake 3: Awareness
03:10 Mistake 4: Sightseeing
03:48 Mistake 5: Planning
04:31 Mistake 6: Selfies
05:31 Mistake 7: Churches
06:16 Mistake 8: Neighborhoods
07:10 Mistake 9: Crosswalks
07:57 Mistake 10: Transportation
08:25 Mistake 11: Promptness
09:02 Mistake 12: Taxis
09:42 Mistake 13: Shoes
10:14 Mistake 14: Heat
11:01 Mistake 15: Food
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There are literally THOUSANDS of things to do in Rome, Italy:
🍝 Italian food, of course, like pasta, pizza, and Italian gelato!
🏛️ Museums and art galleries
🗺 Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps, and other monuments
🏛️ The Roman forum, Roman pantheon, and the Colosseum which date back to the Roman empire. (In fact, the ancient city of Rome left behind loads of Roman ruins, which you can’t miss when you visit this city!)
But these incredible things have heightened Rome tourism. That translates to loads of tourists, long lines, and higher prices.
Which is why we’ve made this mini guide to Rome tourist mistakes!
💦 Rome travel tips about clean water and Italian food.
🇮🇹 Learn a little bit of Italian before you visit Rome.
🤑 Visit the Rome tourist attractions without getting pickpocketed or scammed.
🗺️ Look at a tourist map of Rome, Italy and decide which neighborhoods to explore. (hint: Trastevere!)
🏛️ How to make sure you don’t miss your favorite sites like the Roman Forum or the Vatican, OR wait in long lines.
👥 With so many places to see in Rome, Italy, you’re bound to see them with hundreds (or thousands!) of other tourists…but we’re bringing you insider tips! (AKA: The best things to do in Rome — without the crowds!)
💡 Rome travel tips like what to wear (and what NOT to wear)
🚂 How to visit Rome using public transportation in Italy (trains, buses, metros, and taxis in Rome)
🥵 Rome weather can be hot, especially during peak tourist season. Here’s what you need to know about staying cool. (Tip: Even Rome hotels don’t always have air conditioning!)
🌙 Visiting Rome at night is safe — and lovely!
🍕 We all know that Italian food is delicious, and Rome is one of the most popular places to visit in Italy. So definitely try the local food! Watch our video for a list 🙂
Avoid these tourist mistakes to have a beautiful trip to Rome!
Note: We spent 8 months living in Rome in 2016-2017 and have spent months visiting there since then. These tips are based on our actual experiences and we are sharing them to help you have your best trip in Rome! Also, we truly love the friendly, lively Roman people and their incredible food!
➡️ You may also like: Rome Food Tour | https://youtu.be/GZWZGm1ChpQ
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25 Comments
What would I do or say to the people trying to scam me. Do I brush them off and walk away, maybe ask someone for help, or maybe I should just call the police?!?! Well whatever you recommend I will follow m, thank you.
I am visiting next September for the second time. Looking forward to enjoying the landmarks, the food, the people. Grazie mille
Tips: The best period to visit Rome are the months of April, May, September and October in which the weather is warm but not hot.
May would be definetly the best choice.
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2:13 Ciao is very informal. It means both Hi and Bye. If you say it to a total stranger they will be very offended, unless it's someone who's patient with people who don't speak Italian. Salve is a little more formal than ciao but not enough for a total stranger. Stick with buon giorno. It's alway correct and if the person doesn't mind being informal, they'll tell you so.
Lmfao I like how y’all said don’t expect them to know your language but everyone expects Americans to learn the opposing language. Aka Spanish Chinese etc…..
In addition, there are prohibitions such as: do not eat on the steps, do not eat on the monuments, do not ride a bike or scooter or drive on the Spanish Steps, do not bathe in the fountains and, above all, do not climb the monuments. I don't know if this comment might sound a bit controversial, but I've seen too much bad behavior from tourists and I wanted to write something about it.
We live in Italia and would never go to Venice, Rome, Florence, or Milan in the summer!
Your right about about the scammers i am reading this in Rome now but on our first day not far from the Trevi fountain my teenage son was approached by a man all covered in white he said ill take a selfie of you with me on your phone my son was so happy then he asked for money my son pulled out 10 euros for change then he said no 20 he had the 10 in his hand so my son left but its very upsetting when you are enjoying your holiday and being nice to everyone thinking they are reciprocating only to find out it was a fake tactic to steal your money. So be aware of the man covered in white and another who puts bracelets on you and says this os for you then he gives all your family one converses with you then as you walk away demands money . Theres also a reformed drug addict she wants you to sign her petition but as your doing so she asks for a donation my partner went to give her some and she said most people give 40 euros but whatever you can he then felt compelled to give 20 rather than the 5 he wanted not to look stupid. Ive no doubt she’s genuine but she shouldn’t suggest such a high amount. Other than that Rome is absolutely fabulous
Watch out for taxi ripoffs… I was in Rome over the summer it would cost €12 to get to the shopping district from my hotel and on the way back the guy tried to charge me €75 of course he didn’t have a meter so if they don’t have a meter or they don’t turn the meter on watch out
Hey! I know you guys have lots of Switzerland content as well so I was wondering how easy the trip from Rome -> Switzerland would be? Thanks!
I also noticed the bunny! I was wondering if you guys brought your pet bunny to Italy with you 🤣 Either way, by me trying to figure this out and scouring your pages for your adorable pet bunny, you got a new follower 😊 My husband and I loved the video and are really looking forward to our trip next year! We already know a tiny bit of French and Spanish, so maybe picking up Italian before next year won't be too hard! Thanks for all the info 😊
The bus example is so funny so true so hurtful
I'm going to Italy for the first time and I guarantee I'm going to make all 15 of these mistakes! 🤣🤣
I just got back from Rome a few weeks ago…Although I had no real troubles, I regret not learning more Italian… but I'm going again in the spring 😉
I will be traveling to Rome in the first weeknof October, and your videos 👌 they are goin to be so helpful… Thanks for the lovely content ❤️
A question – what do you think will be the weather like in October in Rome? Should we carry full sleeves clothes or dresses/ sleeveless clothes should be fine.
Thank for the great tips but what I loved the most was this cutie bunny hopping around 😍🐇🥰🐾🤩
You guys killed it with the skits 😂
Fun fact, Americans don't know that Rome Is actually the Capital of Italy.
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This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!
Since a Fascist nut case is taking over I think the first mistake is going over there in the first place!
Tbh mostly of italians are really short tempered, easily get angries, and racist. You just to have ignore it, sorry but as a 7 yrs living here that's really what I noticed, especially when you're not italian. Very rare to find some hospitable persons.
I'm going to Italy later and I found your video is bloody funny! :p Cheers from down under Australia!
The world's most beautiful nation is undoubtedly Italy. It displays the most breathtaking natural beauty and fascinating cultural riches that are unmatched anyplace else in the world. You will be mesmerized by the varied architecture of Venice, Florence, and Rome, as well as Tuscany's rolling landscapes, vineyards, and snow-capped mountains.