Noel's angel Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 1. There is absolutely no way that you will run out of things to do in two weeks. I met a couple who had been going to Rome every year for 16 years and they were still finding new places. 2. Definitely make the journey to St Paul's outside the walls. 3. Don't worry about staying close to the Vatican - the bus services in Rome are great and it takes no time at all to get from A to B. 4. Remember to buy your bus ticket BEFORE you get on the bus - there are many shops around in which you can buy tickets for the bus. The Irish College have a hotel that used to be a monastery, and you have access to the college's swimming pool if you want. It is a short walk from the Colosseum, Santa Maria Maggiore, St John Lateran etc. I'd also suggest going into the smaller churches you'll find dotted around everywhere - you'll be blown away in each one. Making sure you find a good place to eat is important - I wouldn't go anywhere that the waiters flap a menu at you. Also, as far as possible COMPLETELY IGNORE anyone who tries to play music beside you when you're eating, or anyone who tries to give you a rose. They will pester you if you pay any heed to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tantum Ergo Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 Hotel = Hotel Santa Anna!!! I stayed there in Rome and it was unforgettable. I planned to stay there for my honeymoon too but our stupid plane tickets didn't work out and we ended up going to Ireland instead (which was still awesome). The rooms were European, but very clean and beautiful - they even had an Italian mural on the wall. Breakfast was included, and it was sooo good. I never thought scrambled eggs could taste so amazing, and they haven't tasted half as good since. Breakfast also included fresh breads, cold cuts, cheeses, sausages, chocolate CAKE, cereal, fruits, fresh juice, coffee, etc. Sometimes I packed up a roll with meat and cheese for lunch. The hotel had a beautiful courtyard, and I would just sit there and talk with a friend at night for hours. It was quiet and secluded while being in the middle of Rome. The people behind the desk were always helpful and friendly. The hotel itself is like a block from the Vatican. It's located on a street that has no traffic, so you can safely step outside without fear of being run over. There's quite a few nice restaurants and gelato places on the street itself (Borgo Pio). I would stay there again in a heartbeat when I get to Rome again someday. Here is the website: http://www.santannahotel.net/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HisChildForever Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 I completely forget the name of the hotel I stayed at, but I had a nice experience and it was 10 minutes walking distance. My comment is entirely unhelpful so I apologize LOL. I do agree to make the trip to St. Paul's (outside the walls). Amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximilianus Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 you all grow up so fast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nihil Obstat Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 Thanks for the advice everyone. :D There is a lot here, so I will not try to reply to everything individually, but I will definitely take all of this into consideration. At this point my preference is for a proper hotel rather than a bed and breakfast or something else, because of the potential value of a concierge service. There seem to be several within easy walking distance of the Vatican, but like with any hotel you are never going to find universally good reviews. :hehe: The best day I remember being in Rome that summer went like this: We hopped on the train, I think down to Termini, and then took a quick bus to just outside the Lateran Basilica. Stayed there for a while, and then went down to the Sancta Sanctorum and sancta scala. Then over the rest of the afternoon we actually walked the ~6km back to our hotel, stopping at several of the sights along the way back. Best of those was St. Peter in Chains, obviously. The Pantheon was also quite impressive, and it was cool to note that several of the altars in there were set up for the traditional Mass. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slappo Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 What I've found most helpful in reviewing hotels is to review all the one and two star reviews to see what people disliked about the hotel. It may be something that all those 4-5 star reviewers didn't care about and therefore didn't notice, but might be important to you. Remember also that you're on your honeymoon. It isn't so much about being a tourist and visiting . Don't fill your days too full or try to cram every possible place to visit into your trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luigi Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 [quote name="Luigi" post="2535792" timestamp="1358951346"] Santa Maria Maggiore - One of Michaelangelo's earliest statues, a risen Christ, AND St. Catherine of Siena is buried there (laid out in a glass-fronted altar), AND Fra Angelico is, too. No cost to get in. Btw.... That's Santa Maria Sopra Minerva... AARRRGGGGHHHHH!!!!!! Right you are! Too many churches in too little time, and a memory like a sieve!Sorry about that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Red Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 What I've found most helpful in reviewing hotels is to review all the one and two star reviews to see what people disliked about the hotel. It may be something that all those 4-5 star reviewers didn't care about and therefore didn't notice, but might be important to you. Remember also that you're on your honeymoon. It isn't so much about being a tourist and visiting . Don't fill your days too full or try to cram every possible place to visit into your trip. iow, leave enough time for the bow-chicka-wow-wow. :| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhuturePriest Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 iow, leave enough time for the bow-chicka-wow-wow. :| You have got to be the most inappropriate person I know. :hehe: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starets Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Sant Anselmo's Sant Ambrogio's I think you have to book ahead of time for the Scavi tour but that is a good one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Use the Metro for travel. It's really convenient! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Red Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 You have got to be the most inappropriate person I know. :hehe: :| hey dude. just wait until you get married. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhuturePriest Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 :| hey dude. just wait until you get married. Ahem. Look at the username closely. <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Red Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Ahem. Look at the username closely. <_< i don't keep track of if you're actually becoming a priest or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhuturePriest Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 i don't keep track of if you're actually becoming a priest or not. We will find out in time. That being said, I'm seeing Emily on the sixteenth and I'm hopefully going to take her to lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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