There’s no denying that you can’t miss Rome, Italy's shining capital and home to centuries of awe-inspiring history that make any return visit just as special as the first. In fact, every time I visit, I make it a point to discover some of the neighborhoods and monuments that often don’t show up on most visitor’s radar.

My two-cents is that you should give yourself plenty of time, choose wisely where to stay in Rome and plan return trips to truly enjoy a city as dynamic as a place home to over 280 fountains. Keep in mind that there are a number of Rome hotels you can choose from but we say go with something in a neighborhood you can spend a significant amount of time getting to know more in-depth, like Trastevere, San Lorenzo, Pigneto or Monti.