Rome Guide
Useful Tips
Supermarkets, pharmacies and small tips for a worry-free stay.
Supermarkets
- Carrefour Express — Via Labicana, 86 (08:00–22:00)
- Carrefour Express — Via dei Santi Quattro (open 24 hours)
- Conad — corner of Via Merulana / Via Buonarroti (08:00–21:00)
- Pewex City — Via Merulana, 46-49 (08:00–22:00), budget-friendly
Pharmacies
To find the nearest on-duty pharmacy, you can check farmaciediturno.org entering the address “via Labicana, Roma”.
- Farmacia Merulana — Via Merulana, 185 (08:00–20:00) — tel. +39 06 7045 3926
- Farmacia Colle Oppio — Via Merulana, 208 (08:00–20:00) — tel. +39 06 7045 3923
Recommended bookings
- Colosseum: for the major monuments and attractions it’s advisable to book tickets online in advance at colosseo.it.
- Vatican Museums: a must-see for anyone visiting Rome. Booking in advance at museivaticani.va lets you avoid queues and choose your preferred time slot.
Scenic viewpoints
The Orange Garden (Parco Savello) is a romantic spot to admire the sunset over Rome; the Pincio Terrace, in Villa Borghese, offers a splendid view over Piazza del Popolo and beyond.
Before you leave
- Bring a valid ID: it is required for guest registration, as required by Italian regulations on short-term rentals.
- The municipal city tax (€6.00 per person/night, up to 10 nights) is usually settled at the time of booking: for details see the Legal Information page.
- If you need anything during your stay, you can always reach us via the Contact page.