Rome Condensed: Everything You Need To Know Before Going: Updated 2025

Everything you need to know for traveling to Rome in just over an hour! This is an update to an episode with a similar title we put out almost two years ago. In this episode we talk about whether Rome is safe, how to get there, getting around, three of our favorite markets, music festivals, and how to stay cool in the heat. Edit: In the episode we mention the app "Waidy Wow" for locating drinking fountains in Rome, it has a new name "Acquea." We have lots of articles on our website, Only a Bag about Rome if you're headed there and want something to bookmark. If you're looking for a vacuum sealed water bottle, like we mention in this episode, or any sporting goods you can check out Decathlon. Here is a (non-affiliate) link to the Decathlon near Eataly which is the closest to the city center.As mentioned in the episode, the emergency phone numbers are: 112 (general line) 113 (police)115 (fire)118 (medical/ambulance)If you're looking to book a hotel in Rome, we recommend the three below for their location and safety. These are affiliate links, and while we don't represent any of the companies listed, we do recieve a small commission which goes towards supporting Only A Bag. We appreciate your support! Palazzo Cardinal Cesi: Expedia | BookingTrastevere Roma | UNA Esperienze: Expedia | BookingPalazzo Montemartini Rome: Expedia | BookingAs always, thank you all for listening! xDarcy and Nathaniel