{"id":885798,"date":"2015-12-04T18:42:08","date_gmt":"2015-12-04T18:42:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/?p=885798"},"modified":"2024-05-15T10:48:44","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T09:48:44","slug":"packing-for-rome-an-insiders-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/packing-for-rome-an-insiders-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing for Rome: An Insider\u2019s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Every city offers its own unique set of challenges, but packing for Rome is particularly tricky; a fashion conscious city that demands a lot of legwork to fit in all the sights, with the added consideration of both its religious sites and, if you\u2019re travelling in summer, soaring temperatures. Thankfully, Insight Travel Director Bradford McEwen, who has been leading various trips throughout Italy<\/a> for many years, offers some insider tips to make packing a breeze. \u201cDress in layers, always.\u201d He says, definitively. \u201cBlack is the perfect colour (\u2026) I suggest a pair of black shorts, long enough on men to cover the knees for getting into churches, or a pair of black pants.\u201d Shoes are crucial too, with comfy shoes winning out. \u201cFlat soles are preferable, even at night. Many Roman streets have cobblestones so choose comfort and support ahead of just looks.\u201d The exception being hotel meals, where a dressier shoe might be called for. It\u2019s also worth remembering that while Rome is seasonably warm even in the winter and fall, a breathable, waterproof jacket is essential throughout the colder months, with a heavier weight for the depths of winter.<\/p>\n

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St Peter\u2019s Basilica \u00a9\u00a0kasto80\/iStock<\/a><\/p>\n

Rome is, of course, famous for its stunning religious buildings, with the Vatican Museums and St Peter\u2019s Basilica featuring on Insight\u2019s Premium and Luxury Gold itineraries. However, these will turn away tourists dressed inappropriately \u2013 something as simple as having a scarf with you as a quick cover up can make all the difference, \u201cShoulders and knees should be covered for women. Knee length shorts and skirts are OK, but women have to cover their shoulders as well.\u201d Another essential is a day bag, but again, do take care to choose something practical and not cumbersome. \u201cMany times bags are not allowed in museums or the Vatican,\u201d he warns, \u201cThe most useful ones can be folded up and put in a pocket.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Nowadays, when an increasing percentage of tourist essentials are electrical, the right accessories are crucial. Italy has two types of plugs, the standard Italian style (type L) and the larger two-pin style (type C), which is less common, but bring adaptors for both. \u201cAll your cameras, computers and phones are dual voltage, so all you need is an adaptor, not a converter.\u201d However, shutterbugs looking to document Rome\u2019s incredible sights, be warned: \u201cThe biggest rip-off here is the prices for SD cards, so plan to download your pictures on your laptop, or bring several high capacity cards with you.\u201d Bradford says, before also counselling against switching on data roaming \u2013\u00a0an unnecessary expense when all Insight coaches have wi-fi.<\/p>\n

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Trevi Fountain \u00a9\u00a0rilindh\/iStock<\/a><\/p>\n

When it comes to guidebooks, Bradford feels they are unnecessary baggage on an Insight tour. \u201cMy favourite guidebook,\u201d he elaborates, \u201cis the brain of our Local Experts and Tour Directors.\u201d Well, at least that\u2019s one thing you don\u2019t need to pack.<\/p>\n

For those who wish to do some background reading before the tour, Bradford suggests When In Rome<\/em> by Robert Hutchinson \u2013\u00a0\u201ca superb and controversial look at Roman Life and the Vatican\u201d \u2013\u00a0alongside Ross King\u2019s artist bio Michelangelo and the Pope\u2019s Ceiling<\/em> and Getting it Right<\/em> in Italy<\/em>, by William Ward, which he praises for its insight into the Italian and Roman psyche, even if it\u2019s a touch out of date.<\/p>\n

Follow these tips, and you\u2019ll be excellently prepared for a trip to Rome \u2013 but that\u2019s only the beginning. No matter what you bring with you, an Insight tour guarantees you will leave with far more than you came with: insider knowledge, lasting memories and a wealth of new experiences.<\/p>\n

Discover the splendours of Rome on one of our Luxury Gold and Premium tours throughout <\/em>Italy<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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