Author: GmarcoW
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The “Nasoni”: A Local’s Guide to Rome’s Free Drinking Fountains
What the nasoni are, why the water is safe to drink, and the local trick for using them, straight from a Roman who grew up drinking from them.
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How to Get from Fiumicino Airport to Rome
Landing at Fiumicino and wondering how to get into Rome? A born-and-raised Roman breaks down every option: the Leonardo Express, the FL1 regional train, taxis, buses and private transfers. Real prices, verified in June 2026, and no tourist traps.
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First Time in Rome? Everything You Need to Know
Rome is enormous, chaotic and beautiful. A born-and-raised Roman’s complete guide for first-time visitors: where to stay, what to eat, how to move, what to avoid, and the things no tourist guide will tell you
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Best Pizza in Rome: 10 Places for Real Roman Scrocchiarella (2026)
Forget the puffy Neapolitan crust. Roman pizza is thin, crisp and crackling. A local’s guide to the 10 best places in Rome for real scrocchiarella, from historic ovens like Remo in Testaccio to new openings across the city’s neighbourhoods
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Shopping in Rome: 10 Places Locals Actually Go (Not Just Via del Corso)
Via del Corso is fine. But Rome has layers. A local’s guide to the best shopping in the city, from vintage in Monti to food in Testaccio, design, luxury and the Sunday flea market that Romans actually love
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Traditional Roman Food: The 10 Dishes You Must Try in Rome
A Roman’s honest guide to the 10 dishes that define the cuisine of this city, what they are, where they come from, and where to find them done properly.
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Rome in Summer: How to Survive (and Enjoy) the Heat Like a Local
Rome in summer is hot, crowded and loud. It is also spectacular. A Roman’s guide to the temperatures, the beaches, the fountains and the things that make July and August in this city worth it
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Rome’s Rose Garden: The Free Hidden Gem Above the Circus Maximus
Rome’s municipal rose garden opens for a few weeks each spring and most tourists walk straight past it. A Roman’s guide to one of the most beautiful free spots in the city, open until June 14 2026
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Hidden Gems in Rome: 5 Places Only Locals Know (2026 Guide)
Born in Rome, these are the 5 places I take friends who want to see the real city, not the tourist version. Free, authentic and genuinely off the beaten track
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The Real Deal: Best Gelato in Rome, Picked by a Roman (2026 Guide)
Stop eating ‘fake’ ice cream, in Rome you have to eat the real gelato! Discover the 5 best artisanal spots in Rome for 2026, including the historic Lubrano in Tiburtina. Includes an interactive Google Map to help you find the best scoop near you.
