After nearly 29 hours of train travel, we finally rolled into Rome—tired, slightly disheveled, but excited to be in one of the most iconic cities in the world.
From the station, we navigated the subway system and made our way on foot to the hotel we hastily booked back in France. It did the job, but for the price, it felt underwhelming....
Our first stop was a nearby restaurant to refuel. Unfortunately, the meal was more forgettable than flavourful: two plates of pasta and two glasses of wine set us back €40. Not quite the Italian food experience we had hoped for.
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| Looking at bit tired after many hours of train ride |
Determined to dive into the city’s magic, we headed off to the Spanish Steps. A bit of scaffolding spoiled the view, but the surrounding energy made up for it.
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Next was the famed Trevi Fountain—but to our disappointment, it was completely drained for restoration. No coin toss, no wishes—just dry stone. A bit of a letdown, but such is the reality of traveling through historic cities: beauty often comes with some construction tape.
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Things started looking up as we wandered into more open squares. The Pantheon stood tall and imposing, a true marvel that didn’t disappoint.
Piazza Navona offered a lively atmosphere with its fountains, artists, and performers, bringing a burst of life into our slightly sleep-deprived afternoon.
We took a break for gelato (finally something that lived up to expectations!) and later sipped a glass of wine at Campo de’ Fiori, watching the late afternoon slip into golden hour.
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As the sun dipped, we strolled along the Tiber River, falling more in love with Rome’s effortless beauty....
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It was the perfect end to a long day of contrasts: from dry fountains to delicious finds, tourist crowds to quiet corners.
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| saluti! |
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