Rome Travel Budget
How much does it cost to visit Rome, Italy? Plan your budget with our interactive calculator.
Estimated Total for 7 Days
€910
Travel Style
Midrange
Destination
Travel Style
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Largest Expense
Accommodation
38% of total budget
Price Level
Moderate
Compared to global average
Local Currency
EUR
Symbol: €
Where Your Money Goes
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Daily vs Total Cost
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€910
Total for 7 days
Accommodation
€346
for 7 days
Food & Dining
€255
for 7 days
Transport
€73
for 7 days
Activities
€191
for 7 days
Other
€46
for 7 days
Planning Tip
Book accommodations early and compare prices across platforms. Mid-week stays often offer better rates than weekend arrivals, and flexibility with dates can save you up to 25%.
What does a day in Rome actually cost?
See exactly where your money goes with a realistic daily breakdown.
A Comfortable Day in Rome
A realistic day with actual prices
Activities
€91
Accommodation
€44
Prices are approximate and may vary by season
When is Rome cheapest?
+50% higher prices
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
35% cheaper prices
Jan, Feb, Dec
January and early February offer the best deals—35% cheaper hotels, no queues at the Vatican, and mild weather.
A Day in Rome
See exactly what a real day costs, with insider tips for each expense
A Perfect Budget Day in Rome
Total: €33
Cornetto and cappuccino standing at bar
Standing at the bar is cheaper than sitting
Morning walk: Trevi, Pantheon, Piazzas (free)
All exterior sites are free to view
Supplì and pizza al taglio for lunch
Eat where Romans eat—look for queues
Afternoon exploring Trastevere (free)
Get lost in the narrow streets
Aperitivo with free food
Many bars offer free buffet with drink purchase
Pasta dinner at local trattoria
Avoid restaurants with photos on menus
Gelato at artisan shop
Look for natural colors, not neon
Daily Total
7 activities
From Someone's Journal
Rome doesn't have to be expensive. Breakfast standing at a bar like a local—€1.50 for the best espresso of my life. Wandered for hours through ancient streets, threw a coin in the Trevi Fountain, sat on the Spanish Steps, all for free. Found an aperitivo bar where €8 bought a spritz AND access to a buffet dinner. Finished with pistachio gelato on a bridge over the Tiber. La dolce vita indeed.
Memory Prompts for Rome
Reflect on your spending with these thoughtful prompts - perfect for your travel journal
What was your best aperitivo experience? Describe the spread and the atmosphere.
Italian social dining
Which ancient site moved you most, and was it worth any entrance fee?
Historical experiences
Describe the best gelato you had. How much was it and was it worth tracking down?
Sweet memories
What accommodation hack or booking tip saved you money in Rome?
Accommodation savings
Free Things to Do in Rome
Stretch your budget further with free attractions and insider money-saving tips
Pantheon
Free entry to this 2,000-year-old temple with its incredible dome and oculus.
Trevi Fountain
Toss a coin and admire this baroque masterpiece. Best visited early morning or late evening.
Spanish Steps
Climb the famous 135 steps and enjoy views over the city.
St. Peter's Basilica
Free entry to the world's largest church. The dome has a small fee.
Trastevere Neighborhood
Wander the charming cobblestone streets of this medieval neighborhood.
Piazza Navona
Admire Bernini's fountains and baroque architecture in this grand square.
Free Sunday Museums
State museums are free on the first Sunday of each month.
Aventine Hill Keyhole
Peek through the Knights of Malta keyhole for a perfectly framed St. Peter's dome.
Jewish Ghetto
Explore historic streets, ancient ruins, and the beautiful synagogue exterior.
Villa Borghese Gardens
Rome's largest park with lake, temples, and museum views.
Practical Tips for Rome
Getting Around
BIT tickets (€1.50) cover 100 minutes of buses/trams or one metro ride. Roma 24/48/72h tickets offer unlimited travel.
Where to Stay
Termini area has budget options but can be gritty. Trastevere offers better atmosphere at similar prices. Book early for deals.
Cheap Eats
Supplì (fried rice balls), pizza al taglio (by weight), and pasta at trattorias away from the center offer authentic food for €5-10.
Tipping Guide
Restaurants often include a coperto (cover charge) of €1-3. Rounding up is appreciated but not expected.
Best Value Season
November-February offers best rates. Skip Easter week and August when Italians vacation and some shops close.
Watch Out For
Watch for overcharging restaurants near attractions, fake gladiators demanding photo fees, and pickpockets on crowded buses.
Pro tip: Combine free activities with paid attractions for a balanced, budget-friendly itinerary
Neighborhood Guide for Rome
Find the perfect area to stay based on your budget and travel style
Trastevere
Charming medieval neighborhood with cobblestone streets, trattorias, and vibrant nightlife. The real Rome experience.
Best For
Centro Storico
Heart of ancient Rome with the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Campo de' Fiori. Beautiful but pricey.
Best For
Testaccio
Working-class neighborhood known for authentic Roman cuisine, nightclubs, and the famous market.
Best For
Monti
Trendy boutique-lined streets between Colosseum and Termini. Hip bars, vintage shops, and artisan cafés.
Best For
San Lorenzo
Student quarter near Sapienza University with cheap eats, street art, and alternative nightlife.
Best For
Prati & Vatican Area
Elegant neighborhood near the Vatican with good restaurants and fewer tourists than the center.
Best For
Location Tip
Consider staying in "moderate" neighborhoods for the best balance of cost and convenience. They often have better local restaurants, easier transport links, and more authentic experiences than the most central tourist areas—while still being safe and well-connected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about traveling to Rome on a budget
A 7-day trip to Rome costs approximately €910 for a midrange travel style. This breaks down to about €130 per day, covering accommodation, food, local transportation, activities, and miscellaneous expenses.
Daily budgets in Rome vary by travel style: Budget/Backpacker travelers spend around €55/day, Mid-range travelers spend €130/day, and Comfortable travelers spend €280/day. These estimates include accommodation, meals, local transport, and activities.
Rome is considered a moderately priced destination for tourists. With mid-range daily costs of €130, it requires careful planning to stay within budget compared to other popular destinations. The largest expense is typically accommodation (38% of budget).
Food typically accounts for about 28% of your daily budget in Rome. For a midrange experience, expect to spend around €36 per day on meals. Supplì (fried rice balls), pizza al taglio (by weight), and pasta at trattorias away from the center offer authentic food for €5-10.
Rome uses the EUR (€). We recommend exchanging some cash before arrival for small purchases, though credit cards are widely accepted in most establishments. ATMs are readily available throughout the city, but check with your bank about international transaction fees.
Accommodation in Rome is the largest expense, typically representing 38% of your budget. For 7 days with a midrange travel style, expect to spend approximately €346 total. Termini area has budget options but can be gritty. Trastevere offers better atmosphere at similar prices. Book early for deals.
Top money-saving tips for Rome: Get the Roma Pass, Drink from nasoni, Eat standing at bars. These strategies can significantly reduce your daily costs.
Yes! Rome has many free attractions including: Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, St. Peter's Basilica, and more. These free activities can help you stretch your budget significantly.
Local transportation typically accounts for 8% of your budget in Rome. BIT tickets (€1.50) cover 100 minutes of buses/trams or one metro ride. Roma 24/48/72h tickets offer unlimited travel. Budget around €10 per day for transport.
Restaurants often include a coperto (cover charge) of €1-3. Rounding up is appreciated but not expected.
November-February offers best rates. Skip Easter week and August when Italians vacation and some shops close.
Watch for overcharging restaurants near attractions, fake gladiators demanding photo fees, and pickpockets on crowded buses.
Data Source
Budget and cost of living data sourced from Numbeo. Prices are estimates based on crowdsourced data and may vary
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Your 7-Day Budget
€910
€130 per day
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