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WiscAZ
Towards the end of a business trip I have scheduled some time in Rome. I will be arriving at FCO on Saturday Oct 26 around 4:00 pm and my flight leaves Monday at 10:30 AM.
Ill likely have some questions before the trip so I wanted to start a thread to begin asking.
I will be alone for this trip with minimal baggage.
1. Given the short period of time I'm there would it be better to book an airport hotel and just spend Sunday in the city or should I spend the nights in the city? Price isn't a factor here but convenience is.
Definitely go into the city. Romans eat late (at least by US standards) so you'll have dinner Saturday, all day Sunday, and be back at the airport Monday am
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WiscAZ
2. Is the Leonardo Express train from FCO to the Termini easy to use?
Yes, its clearly marked at the terminals, the only problems can arise w/the ticketing machine, in which case you have to wait in line at the ticket booth
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WiscAZ
3. Is there an area or hotel within walking distance from the termini that you would suggest? I'm preferred at Hilton's and best westerns.
The Hiltons in Rome are not centrally located; there are best western affiliates throughout the city
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WiscAZ
4. Is the termini a central place to stay to see sights? I'm thinking with one day I may do a hop on hop off bus.
I would not stay close to Termini; There are several hop on/hop off bus options, you'll certainly be able to find one that stops close to your hotel w/o staying near Termini
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WiscAZ
5. Are there any major sites I can see Saturday night? Like the Colosseum maybe?
You can certainly see it from the outside; on Sat pm I would walk around the Trevi Fountain are, the Corso, etc..
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WiscAZ
6. What main tourist attractions should I buy a ticket for to avoid lines or are ere any tips? Anything closed or have restrictions due to it being a Sunday?
Vatican museums are closed on most Sundays, churches will have limited hours