italy travel guides, discount hotel reservations Inspired by the Russell Crowe classic Gladiator, I decided to research the best ways to explore Rome in a few days. Home of world landmarks like the Colosseum, art of Michelangelo and culture of the Vatican there is more history in this one city then all of America. Finding flight reservations to Italy is the first step; do not worry about booking classy stays instead look for discount hotel reservations around Palatine Hill, which will allow you to move to and from the many tourist hotspots.

The Eternal City can be seen within a few days if you stick to Italy travel guides like the one your reading right now. Start near your hotel on or near Paletine Hill. Here you will find the highlights of the Roman Empire. Stop to eat in one of the many eateries and don’t forget to try some ice cream. Move along to the Trevi fountain where you will find high end shopping.

On the second day, get to the Vatican City. I and many other Italy travel guides will recommend the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel. On the third day, go to the Ostia Antica seaport on the Mediterranean Sea (an hour out of city).