Things I wish I knew before going to Rome

📍Rome, Italy The Eternal City, gently embraced by time, with every stone and wall engraved with stories of the past. As I set foot on this mysterious and romantic land, taking the Big Bus through the streets of Rome, every step felt like stepping on the dust of history. 🚗2-day itinerary recommendation: 𝐃𝟏 Castel Sant'Angelo - Pantheon - Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola - Trevi Fountain - Spanish Steps - Pincio Hill 𝐃𝟐 Colosseum - Roman Forum - Palatine Hill - Vatican Museums - St. Peter's Basilica ✅Transportation recommendation: I bought a 2-day Big Bus ticket, which covers most of the major attractions in Rome. Just hop on the bus and easily reach the Colosseum, Spanish Steps, and other attractions without worrying about how to get there. It's so convenient! ✅Attraction recommendation: ❶Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola (Free) Stop 8. Spanish Steps Home to the most beautiful ceiling painting and the most beautiful mirror in Europe. Just bring a €1 coin to enjoy the 300-year-old 3D mural. Opening hours: 9:00–23:30. ❷Pantheon (€5) Stop 8. Spanish Steps One of the best-preserved buildings from ancient Rome, famous for its perfect circular dome. ❸Colosseum (€18) Stop 3. Colosseum Great for photos both day and night! Recommended photo spots: Vittoriano or Giardinetto del Monte Oppio Park. ❹Pincio Hill (Free) Stop 7. Spanish Steps The best place to watch the sunset and overlook the entire city of Rome. ❺Spanish Steps (Free) Stop 7. Spanish Steps Check out the classic scene from "Roman Holiday." Surrounded by luxury stores. ❻Vatican Museums (€25) Stop 6. Vatican One of the greatest museums in the world, with a photogenic spiral staircase. ❼St. Peter's Basilica (Free) Stop 6. Vatican One of the largest churches in the world. Tickets are required to climb to the top. Walking ticket: €8, elevator + walking ticket: €10. 𝑻𝒊𝒑𝒔: 1. Castel Sant'Angelo: The bridge outside the castle is under repair, but you can enjoy a clear view of the castle and the autumn scenery along the way from the second floor of the sightseeing bus. 2. Big Bus is not only safe but also flexible, allowing you to arrange your itinerary freely. It's very convenient. In Rome, there is a bus every 20 minutes, and the whole journey takes 2 hours.