Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves! This colorful, compact guidebook is perfect for spending a week or less in Rome:
City walks and tours:
Six detailed self-guided walks showcase Rome's essential sights, including the Colosseum, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Vatican Museums, plus recommendations for each neighborhood
Rick's strategic advice
on what's worth your time and money
What to eat and where to stay:
Grab a quick lunch of pizza al taglio, people-watch as you sip wine on a sunny piazza, and savor a multi-course meal at a neighborhood enoteca
Day-by-day itineraries
to help you prioritize your time
A detailed, detachable fold-out map,
plus museum and city maps throughout
Full-color, portable, and slim
for exploring on the go
Trip-planning practicalities
like when to go, how to get around, basic Italian phrases, and more
Lightweight, yet packed with valuable insight into Rome's history and culture,
Rick Steves Pocket Rome
truly is a tour guide in your pocket.
Spending more than a week in the city? Try
Rick Steves Rome
! Expanding your trip? Try
Rick Steves Rome, Florence & Venice.