General:

• Primary language: Italian, however, travellers will find that many locals speak English,
  especially those who work in restaurants, hotels and other places associated with tourism.
• Plug Type: Types C, F and L
• Electricity: 220-240 V
• Currency: Euro (€)
•  International Dialling code: +39 6
  Important telephone numbers:
•  Police: 112
•  Emergencies: 113
•  Sanitary emergencies: 118
•  Area code for Rome: 06
•  Country code for Italy: +39
•  International Dialling code: +39 6
  Weather:
  Rome’s climate is Mediterranean, with average temperatures ranging from 3oC in winter to 30oC in
  summer.
•  Most rainfall occurs in November and December.
•  The sunniest time of the year being from June to September.
•  Summer, from June to August, is peak tourist season, when hotel and flight prices rise
  accordingly.
•  Great months to visit: May and September, as the temperatures range around 20oC and
  precipitation is rare.
  Taxi:
  City-authorized cabs are white and have the SPQR city coat of arms, a license number, and a taxi
  sign on top.
•  All taxis use meters
•  You can also hail them down on the street
•  Get your hotel to call ahead if you want to pre-book, or download one of the well-
  advertised apps such as My Taxi
•  You can also use ride hailing apps like Uber in Rome
  Other General Information:
•  Don’t accept gifts from strangers on the streets
•  Keep an eye out for pickpockets
•  Mind the Dress code when visiting churches – Shoulders and Knees should be covered, having
  a scarf to throw on is very useful
•  Don’t forget to bring a water bottle – Rome’s tap water is clean and drinkable
   You will pay for table service in restaurants, it is included in the bill and ranges from 10%-20%
•  Tipping is optional but appreciated
•  Public toilets are not free – usually €2