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.

I’ll let you in on a little secret: if I would ever, hypothetically, change houses again in Rome, I would love to end up in Testaccio. Whenever I come to this neighbourhood, I just feel at peace. The people are nice, the food is great, the vibes are vibing, and there’s an overall sense of community in the area. In this blog post, I’ll share my favourite spots in Testaccio, hoping to inspire and excite you to visit this amazing part of Rome.