Fountains and Piazza Piazza Navona, Piazza del Panteon, Campo dei Fiori… they are the heart of historical Rome and their beauty is astonishing. Even if the mythical Fontana di Trevi is currently undergoing restoration work, do not miss to observe the details of the many fountains you will encounter. Renaissance sculptors seemed to have a vivid imagination when it comes to angry animals! Continue reading
Finding the right accommodation in Rome is not always an easy task. There are a lot of independent hotels of unequal quality and also a vast of choice of private apartments. This time I planned my trip at the very last minute, but I had a good surprise with the Palazzo Olivia. My number one criteria was the location, because I love walking around Rome. Here it was absolutely perfect, being at only a few minutes from the beautiful Piazza Navona. And for a reasonable price during the high season, I got a one bedroom apartment of 30 m² ! I think I was upgraded because I booked an Junior Apartment for 2, but the one I stayed in was for 3 people (it had an additional sofa bed). There are also some hotel rooms, and some family apartments that can host up to 5 guests.
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