Where to stay in Rome
Rome has 7 neighborhoods, each with its own character. Below you can see what each one is good at. Not sure what fits you? Take the short quiz or pick a traveler type.
Best neighborhood by traveler type
All neighborhoods in Rome
Centro Storico
Rome's historic heart around the Pantheon and Piazza Navona — compact, walkable and packed with sights.
Strongest points
- Sights (98)
- Restaurants (85)
- Nightlife (75)
Monti
Rome's original hipster neighborhood, right by the Colosseum, with vintage shops and quiet squares.
Strongest points
- Sights (90)
- Public transport (80)
- Restaurants (75)
Parioli
Elegant, leafy residential area with wide avenues — quiet, upscale and popular with families.
Strongest points
- Peace and quiet (85)
- Family-friendliness (85)
- Restaurants (55)
Pigneto
Bohemian neighborhood east of Termini with street art, independent bars and an authentic, low-tourist feel.
Strongest points
- Authentic vibe (80)
- Nightlife (70)
- Restaurants (70)
Prati
Upscale, quiet residential area next to Vatican City with wide boulevards and elegant shopping streets.
Strongest points
- Family-friendliness (85)
- Peace and quiet (80)
- Sights (80)
Testaccio
Former slaughterhouse district, now Rome's culinary heart with a lively local market.
Strongest points
- Restaurants (85)
- Authentic vibe (80)
- Public transport (70)
Trastevere
Lively neighborhood on the Tiber with narrow alleys, a real neighborhood feel and Rome's best aperitivo bars.
Strongest points
- Restaurants (90)
- Nightlife (88)
- Authentic vibe (85)
Want to know which neighborhood fits you best? Take the quiz for Rome.
Start the quizFrequently asked questions
Which neighborhood in Rome is best for a first visit?
Monti (74% match).
Which neighborhood in Rome is best for nightlife?
Monti (73% match).
Which neighborhood in Rome is best for families with children?
Prati (68% match).
Which neighborhood in Rome is best for couples?
Monti (71% match).
How does StayHood decide which neighborhood fits?
Every neighborhood has scores from 0 to 100 on ten criteria, such as nightlife, restaurants, peace and quiet and public transport. The scores are compiled from published neighborhood guides and are a well-founded starting point, not an exact measurement. For a traveler type or in the quiz, some criteria weigh more, and the neighborhood with the highest weighted score comes first.