Rome City Breaks

Rome is widely recognized as the world's greatest historical city, with architectural monuments and treasures spanning almost 3,000 years. Nowhere else will you find such a surfeit of artistic riches, from the grandiose ruins of ancient Rome to the glories of the Vatican.

Rome is also a busy, modern capital, squeezed into a maze of streets which layer more than 2,000 years of history. Most attractions can be seen on foot, allowing visitors to explore even the furthest corners of the city. The city is also noted for it's nightlife, restaurants, film and fashion, making it an extremely popular choice with couples, families and singles for short breaks.

The city of Rome has a relaxed vibe, flexible attitude and easy way of life. Even the street life, with its constantly changing parade of locals and visitors, is worth watching from a piazza café. There are intriguing juxtapositions everywhere: in narrow winding streets of terracotta buildings, clothes boutiques nestle amongst art galleries.
You can read more on this destination in the AA Key Guide to Rome.