Rome, FOUND: History, Beauty, and La Dolce Vita in the Eternal City

Rome is a contradiction in the best way. It’s ancient ruins and modern rooftops. It’s quiet mornings with espresso and late nights with pasta and wine. It’s layered, timeless, and completely alive.

At FOUND, we love Rome for its impact. It’s the kind of place that re-centers you, with its beauty, its rhythm, and its sense of place. Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, there’s always more to discover here.

Getting There

Fly into Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO)
45 minutes to the city center by private transfer or train
FOUND Tip: Start or end your Italy itinerary in Rome. It sets the tone or wraps the story perfectly.
Where to Stay

Chapter Roma – Edgy, design-forward, and centrally located
Hotel de Russie – Iconic luxury with a secret garden
J.K. Place Roma – Intimate, curated, and quietly glamorous
Palm Suites – Boutique, family-friendly, and stylish
Things to Do

Tour the Colosseum and Roman Forum with a private guide
Visit the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica
Wander Trastevere for aperitivo and cobblestone charm
Throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain (and come back!)
Catch golden hour from Pincian Hill or Piazza Navona
FOUND Tip: Mix must-sees with slow strolls and long lunches. Rome rewards stillness as much as sightseeing.
Where to Eat & Drink

Roscioli – Iconic deli, wine bar, and pasta spot
Taverna Trilussa – Classic Roman dishes in Trastevere
Retrobottega – Creative, modern Italian with local ingredients
Bar del Fico – Aperitivo with a side of great people-watching
Giolitti – Rome’s oldest gelato, and still the best
Found Travel Tips

Book Colosseum + Vatican tours in advance (skip-the-line preferred)
Wear comfortable shoes (cobblestones are everywhere)
Taxis are limited — walk or use Uber/FreeNow apps
Late dinners are the norm — embrace the slow evenings