Finnair flies directly from Helsinki to Rome every day. The flight time is 3 hours and 25 minutes during the summer season and 3 hours and 30 minutes during the winter season. Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport is located 35km southwest of Rome, and you can easily reach the city centre in approximately 30 minutes by train. Alternatively, you can get to central Rome in about an hour by bus or 30–50 minutes by taxi, depending on the traffic. However, the journey may be longer during rush hours. Book flights to Rome and take in the unique atmosphere of the Eternal City!

Colosseum – one of Rome’s and the world’s most famous monuments. This ancient amphitheatre dates back to 70–80 AD with a history of gladiator battles and theatrical dramas.

Pantheon – used to be a temple but now serves as a church. The Pantheon is one of Rome’s most visited buildings, magnificently constructed and breathtakingly beautiful from the inside.

Vatican – one of the places you simply must visit while in Rome. The Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica and Square are recommended attractions if you want to experience art, culture and history during your visit. 

Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna) – a monumental stairway built in the 1700s with around 135 steps decorated with flowers; a place that is alive throughout the day and into the evening. 

Villa Borghese – an enormous garden ideal for a picnic while taking in the breathtaking views of majestic buildings and picturesque landscapes surrounding you. 

Trevi Fountain – one of the most famous and iconic fountains in the whole world. You could stop by to admire the grandeur of this masterpiece and perhaps throw in some coins.

Bracciano – with a short train trip north you’ll find yourself in this beautiful city by Lago di Bracciano, a lake with beautiful surroundings and clean water. The city is also known for the fortress Castello Odescalchi.

Lido di Ostia – about 30 minutes from Rome by train or subway is Lido di Ostia, a lovely beach for sunbathing and swimming.

Castel Gandolfo – about 24 kilometres from Rome, and one of Italy’s most picturesque cities.

Wine tours – Rome has plenty of opportunities to explore and taste different kinds of wine. There’s a large selection of companies and guides offering wine tours throughout the city.

Complete your visit to Rome with a few days of shopping. With a mix of designer shops, street vendors and markets, you’ll find a shopping experience to suit you, whether you want to shop exclusive or more affordable. Leather products, Italian shoes and wine are some of the things visitors typically buy in Rome.

Via dei Condotti – this is the street where you can find clothes from designers like Armani, Louis Vuitton, Versace and Gucci. There are also plenty of designer clothes alongside less exclusive brands on Via del Corso and Via Nazionale.

If you’re looking for discount shopping, check out the outlet stores on the outskirts of the city, for example Castel Romano Outlet.

Porta Portese – a street market stretching over two kilometres where you can find almost anything.

Many people instantly think of pizza and pasta when it comes to Italian food, but Rome has so much more to offer than these well-known dishes. Italians usually choose from a menu with a primo (starter), secondo (main course) and dolce (dessert). Traditionally there used to be a pasta dish in between the starter and the main course, but these days people tend to eat just a regular main course.

Spaghetti alla carbonara – spaghetti, pork, cheese and egg

Abbacchio – a lamb dish, can be grilled, baked or stewed

Pecorino romano – a salty Italian cheese made from sheep’s milk

Bucatini all’amatriciana – a traditional Italian pasta sauce including pecorino cheese, tomato and pork cheek

Carciofi alla romana – fried artichokes

Coda alla vaccinara – oxtail soup, usually made of veal and vegetables

Saltimbocca – veal meat with a prosciutto and sage topping

Suppli – snack balls rolled in egg and breadcrumbs and then deep-fried. Often filled with chicken, mozzarella or ham

Grattachecca – flavoured ice dessert

Wine – Italy is a wine country, and local wines are served everywhere.

Cappuccino, caffè latte (or caffelatte), macchiato and espresso – the Italians love drinking coffee, in different forms depending on the time of day. For example, they normally only drink cappuccinos and lattes in the morning.

The best way to see everything in Rome is by walking.

Taxi – go to a taxi stand or book a taxi by calling the taxi company or using an app. Always make sure the meter is running. 

Public transportation – buses and the metro are inexpensive options. Although rides can get crowded, Rome has an extensive bus network that takes you to many destinations around the city.