Back in February 2015, I put up a blog post called, The Rome Problem. In it, The Traveling Professor talked about some of the problems of visiting Rome in terms of crime, harassment, trash, and public transportation. It seems that The New York Times has noticed too. They recently published an article called "Rome in Ruins", outlining many of the same problems The Traveling Professor pointed out 4 years ago. The problems are not limited to cities like Rome. Paris, for instance, has many of the same problems. However, travelers should be made aware of what they can expect the next time they visit Rome. Check out my blog post.
Everyone needs to go to Rome at least once. A small group tour to Rome is a staple on The Traveling Professor's Italy trips. Because of the crowds, Rome can be a difficult venue to maneuver. Lines at major attractions can be overwhelming. In today's blog post, The Professor will detail his favorite places to go in Rome and how to do those favorite places the right way.http://www.travelingprofessor.com/
A pilgrimage to the Vatican is a must for those visiting Rome. There is the Vatican Museum with the glorious Sistine Chapel and the Basilica of St. Peter. However, the crowds can be absolutely brutal in terms of the number of people queuing up for both the Vatican Museum and the Basilica. Without careful planning, it is not unusual for travelers to wait for hours to get in. Take a look at my blog post and get my advice for saving time and money, without having to wait in line.
When on tour in Rome, one of the top attractions is the Vatican and Sistine Chapel. Therefore, one of the most crowded attractions in Rome (and just about anywhere else The Traveling Professor tours), is the Vatican. It is not unusual to see lines stretching for hundreds of yards that will take visitors hours to wait on. Take a look at my blog post to see how to visit the Vatican while minimizing the crowds and maximizing your enjoyment while on tour in Rome.
One of the most popular activities on our small group tours to Italy is a visit to Vatican City. There are two, really three, main sites that everyone wants to see: St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museum, and the Sistine Chapel (the Sistine Chapel is part of the Vatican Museum). Although the Vatican follows pretty regular hours, there may be some surprise closing dates. The other issue is that there can be extensive, and I mean extensive lines to get into the museums or basilica. My tips will help you enjoy your next tour to Rome and the Vatican.