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%
