Rome
Italy · Italian · Euro
Order confidently, cover shoulders in churches, and do not expect speed where ritual matters.
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5 phrases you need in Rome
- HelloBuongiornobwohn-jor-noh
- GoodbyeArrivederciah-ree-veh-dair-chee
- PleasePer favorepair fah-voh-reh
- Thank youGraziegraht-see-eh
- Excuse meMi scusimee skoo-zee
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Know before you go
churches
Cover shoulders and knees for major churches. Vatican staff will turn people away.
food
Avoid restaurants with menu photos and aggressive hosts near monuments.
transport
Validate paper tickets. Buses can be slow; walking is often cleaner.
tipping
Small change is fine. A service charge may already be on the bill.
safety
Watch bags around Termini, crowded buses, and fountain photo stops.
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