As I have mentioned on my blog before, one of my favourite things about Rome is that every neighbourhood in the city can feel totally different. In my neighbourhood series, I have previously talked about Pigneto, Ostiense, Testaccio, and Monti, and this time I want to focus on the EUR district. Located a little further away from the centre, it is a fascinating place with a dystopian feel to it. To be completely honest, the first time I visited, I kind of got the creeps, but over time I really grew to appreciate it. In this blog post, I will share a bit about the history of the district, the highlights you can’t miss when visiting EUR, and how to get to the area using public transport.

A while ago, I was talking to one of my close friends in Rome, and she told me that her favourite neighbourhood in the city was none other than Monti. And maybe it was the fact that I can be introverted, but my first thought was: Why? There are so many people in Monti. I just couldn’t grasp the fact that of all the neighbourhoods in Rome, she would pick Monti as her favourite.

However, over the past few months, I’ve been taking Italian classes in this area (I’m now the proud owner of an A1/A2 Italian certificate), and as a result, I’ve spent a great deal of time in the Monti neighbourhood. And I must admit, I really grew to love this part of Rome.

So, in this blog post, I’ll tell you a little more about this area, how to get there, and some places you simply can’t miss!

After my lovely Christmas break, I thought it was the perfect time to continue my series on the Neighbourhoods of Rome. This time, I’ll be exploring Ostiense, a dynamic area in the south of Rome, known for its fascinating mix of history, industrial architecture, and creative vibe. My friend once saw one of the Måneskin band members here, and if that doesn’t convince you this neighbourhood is cool, I don’t know what will.