Visiting Rome Again? Top 5 list ‘must-see’ experiences for your second time around
People love to visit Rome over and over again,
it’s no wonder people call it the Eternal City. Whether it’s staying in the
same cozy neighbourhood, enjoying your favourite dish of pasta or strolling past
the iconic sites, every visitor has a personal history with this beautiful
city. We’ve compiled a list of activities for those who have already checked
the boxes of their roman ‘to-do list.’
1. Grab a set of wheels and explore a new neighbourhood
Rome’s beauty, artwork and architecture are
seemingly endless, how is anyone supposed to see it all? Why not make the most
of your time and rent a set of wheels in order to see and experience as much as
possible. Even if you lack the confidence for driving a Vespa scooter, there
are plenty of other options: golf carts, bicycles and even motorised scooters.
Some vendors even offer drivers/guides to show you around. This is a fun and
exhilarating way to see Rome and get to some of those viewpoints you’ve always
dreamt of seeing!
2. Check out an ancient site or gallery that you missed the first time in Rome
Teeming with museums, churches and
galleries...there is never a dull moment when walking the streets of Rome. Take
this opportunity to visit the places you wish you’d seen during your first
visit. Top of most lists will be the Borghese Gallery, so make your
reservations early to avoid missing out on Caravaggio paintings and Bernini
sculptures that will take your breath away! Or walk amid the ancient ruins and
past the incredible mosaics at the Baths of Caracalla. Maybe this is the trip
where you finally make it outside the Roman walls and visit the Park of the
Aqueducts or one of the many catacombs.
3. See a old favourite in a new way
While everyone’s first visit to the Colosseum is
a memorable experience, maybe this time around you can relive that excitement
by visiting the monument in a new way. It could be as simple as going inside
because last time you didn’t, taking an underground tour to get a different
perspective, trying out the virtual experiences on offer or spending more time
exploring the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. With a monument so layered with
history, there is no such thing as ‘been there, done that.’
4. Create a new hobby or rekindle an old passion
What was it about Rome that inspired you to come
back for a second, third or even tenth time? For some it’s the astonishing
simplicity of Rome's delectable cuisine; for others it could be the endless
varieties of wine that keep them coming back for more. Whatever your passion,
there is class or an experience that will make this trip to Rome as
unforgettable as the first. Book that gelato tour, make pizzas with your kids
or splurge on a winery tour with a private driver. What are you waiting for?!
5. Plan your trip around that once-in-a-lifetime experience
Every season in Rome has that special something
that makes it unique and attracts visitors no matter the time of year. Rome is
so much more than just the crowds of summertime tourists and long lines that
accompany cruise ship season. Find that special occasion that you’ve always
wanted to witness and then plan your trip accordingly. It could be getting a
reservation for the Scavi at the Vatican after months of waiting, a desire to
experience the opera performed in the Baths of Caracalla, seeing the Pope at
Easter, or just wanting to see the lights of Rome during the Christmas season.
Whatever Roman adventure is on your bucket list, this is the time to make it
happen.
