STADIUM EXPERT
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Rome - Italy
General Information
Italy’s iconic capital, Rome is a time capsule of centuries old history, fabulous food, historic streets lined with trendy traditional cafés and of course home to some of the globes's most ancient marvels effortlessly blended into the modern world. Football is huge in the capital and whilst not boasting the honours of the most northern clubs in the country still has an impressive heritage. Players like Totti, Nesta, Batistuta, Signori, Cafu & Nedved all battled for the two Roman clubs of AS Roma and SS Lazio.
Currency: Euro Population: approx 4.2 million
Landmarks: Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain & the Vatican
Cuisine: Pizza (Alla Romana), Pasta alla Carobonara & Campari or Aperol
Weather: Lows - January 3 - 13 degrees Celsius, Highs – July 19 - 32 degrees Celsius
Clubs: 3 clubs in the top 4 leagues with 2 in Serie A
Main Clubs: AS Roma & SS Lazio
Stadium Information
1 - Stadio Olimpico - AS Roma & SS Lazio - 72,698 Capacity
2 - Stadio Flaminio - Not Occupied - 30,000 Capacity
3 - Trastevere Stadium - Trastevere Calcio – 1,200 Capacity
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Both AS Roma and Lazio are looking at leaving the Stadio Olimpico. AS Roma were looking at a potential new stadium called the Stadio della Roma in the Pietralata area south west of the city but plans were halted. AS Lazio were also looking at plans to move and renovate the Stadio Flaminio mentioned above.
Top Tip
Whilst Frosinone is in the Lazio region of which Rome resides. Italian rail travel is exceptionally fast and convenient with fast services to Napoli (80 mins) or Florence (90 mins). As AS Roma and SS Lazio share the Olimpico currently, it means its very unlikely you will not see some football being played in the capital.
Stadio Olimpico - AS Roma & SS Lazio
City: Rome
Address: Stadio Olimpico, Viale dei Gladiatori, 00135 Roma RM, Italy
Capacity: 72,698
Stands: Curva Nord, Tribuna Tevere, Curva Sud, Tribuna Monte Mario
Teams: Teams: AS Roma (Dark Red/Dark Red/Dark Red) & Lazio (Blue/White/Blue)
Rivalries: AS Roma - Lazio & Napoli, Lazio - AS Roma & Atalanta
Traditional End: AS Roma - Curva Sud, Lazio - Curva Nord
Away Section: AS Roma - Curva Nord Section, Lazio - Curva Sud Section
Distance from City Centre: 8 miles / 5.6 km Direction: North West
Matchday Tickets
How: Tickets can only be purchased directly with their respective clubs online. Priority goes to members. Tickets can also be purchased from central points like for Lazio the Lazio Style 1900 stores and AS Roma stores.
Price Range: €30 - €120 for standard tickets
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Stadium Tours
Brand new for 2022 and not previously available before, both clubs have worked together up to introduce a Stadio Olimpico stadium tour. Tour includes memorabilia connected to the top stars, the walk of legends, the mixed zone, the changing rooms, the trophy portal , the “be a hero” introduction to the playing field and the tribunes.
Price Range: €19+ (Adult)
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Travel to Rome
Rome Airports
Rome Fiumicino airport (FCO)
Rome Fiumicino (FCO) to City Centre
Train: Leonardo express is a direct service that connects the airport to Termini railway station book here
Metro: There are no metro trains connecting city centre from the airport
Bus: TAM, Schiaffini and Terravision operates a service between the airport and Temini station. Cotral also offer this with additional stops like Tiburtina
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Rome Ciampino (CIA) to City Centre
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Train: There are no direct trains to the airport but there is a train Ciampino town to Rome Termini station
Metro: There are no metro trains connecting city centre from Ciampino airport
Bus: SitBus, Atral and Terravision operates a service between the airport and Temini station
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Travel around Rome
Metro
The Metro of Rome only has three lines and is currently the smallest metro system in Europe. Nevertheless, it reaches the city's most important landmarks. Line A (Orange) from the northwest to southeast with the main stops of Ottaviano - San Pietro, Spagna, Barberini - Fontana di Trevi & Termini. Line B (Blue) the northeast to the south of Rome with the main stops of Colosseo & Termini and finally Line C (Green) which is less frequently due to its location.
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Roman Taxis
Rome's taxis have a poor reputation not only for tourists but locals also. They are distinctive in their colour by the white of the bodywork and the typical luminous sign with the word “taxi” on the roof. They also display the emblem of the Municipality of Rome on the vehicle. They are known for a number of scams such as mischarging or not advising when the change of Rate 1 (urban areas) and Rate 2 (suburban areas) should apply opting for the most advantageous for the driver.
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City Buses
Rome has currently over 350 bus lines with 22 night buses.
In Rome there are various types of lines, these are the most popular:
• Urban lines (U): The large majority. They start between 5 am and 6:30 am and finish at midnight.
• Night buses (N): These lines operate while the urban lines "rest", that is to say, between midnight and 5:00-6:00 am.
• Express (X): These lines are for the outskirts of Rome, for longer journeys.
• Exact (E): These lines link the centre with the surrounding neighbourhoods. They run on fixed timetables.
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Trams
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Things To See In Rome
Italy’s open-air museum home to centurires of architecture, art, and culture. The Eternal City is one of the world’s most visited with an impossible amount of living, breathing heritage. You can spend hours exploring ancient wonders, shopping in Via Del Corso traveling between monuments, or hunting for the best gelato. The best tip we can advise is avoid excessive queuing with skip-the-line entrance tickets and guided tours.
Where To Stay
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Best Connected: Via Cavour
The street, Via Cavour is one of the best connected areas of Rome. As the old saying goes ‘All roads lead to Rome’ but you will find all transportation leads to Termini or Termini railway station. Both metro lines, major intercity trains, public buses and transportation to and from both Roman airports meet here but still walking distance to monuments like the Colosseum, Spanish steps, and Trevi Fountain. However, not only is this historical street convenient, its filled with hotels, restaurants, bars and stores which makes it’s a very hard area to beat.
Upmarket Choice: Piazza di Spagna
The Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna is the place to stay for everything Rome and is a triumph of urban Baroque architecture. It sits very close to the Via Condotti, one of the most sought after, designer shopping streets in the world and teamed with luxury hotel and apartments. Close to all the major attractions like of course the Spanish Steps, Castel Sant’Angelo, the Trevi fountain and Villa Borghese and its famous art museum within beautiful parks.
Up & Coming: Monti
The Guardian dubbed Monti as central Rome's secret urban village and is an area full of charm, history and culture with both bohemian and classical elements. Back streets and piazzas are packed with hip wine bars, vintage boutiques and Family-run trattorias giving the whole area a younger feel than other more illustrious parts of the city. Clearly a dominating presence is the famous amphitheatre and roman forums but other sights such as Trajan’s Markets reside within this area of Rome.