On the second day of our honeymoon, we had a rude awakening. RUDE awakening. Apparently there was some miscommunication between the rental office and the realtor’s office, because the realtor showed up with a French couple. Thank goodness for those security latches, or they would have found me in the shower and my husband walking around in his skivvies.
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Naturally, that meant going to see the famous ruins of the Colosseo. I still am amazed at how this structure has survived centuries of abuse, sacking and looting. At the bottom left (ignore its angle) there is the remains of a Corinthian capital of a column. My A.P. Art History teacher would be so proud! Those little structures on the “floor” of the Colosseum are where the ancients held lions, tigers and bears and other captured (animal and human alike) for their ancient and morbid entertainment.
After that, we walked across the grounds in front of the Colosseum and into the Roman Forum. We even saw some “real” Roman soldiers! Then we took the Roman subway and took one last look at the Colosseo.
Last, but certainly not least, my husband wanted to go the Pope’s real church. Because the Pope is not only the head of the Roman Catholic Church but also the Bishop of Rome, he has his own assigned church. (St. Peter’s Basilica isn’t a cathedral. Its name derives from the Latin cathedra which means seat.) We went to The Papal Archbasilica of St. John Lateran. (The Lateran Basilica, is the cathedral church of the Diocese of Rome and the official ecclesiastical seat of the Bishop of Rome, who is the Pope.)
You’re not in Italy if you’re not enjoying a feast. It was too good to document. That food didn’t last long. We went to Dino + Tony’s Hostaria e Pizzeria, about a 30 minute walk from our apartment, on the other side of the Vatican City. If you’re in Rome, this place is a MUST. There is no menu. They take care of you, family style. Antipasti, bruschetta, pizza, pasta, beef, tiramisu, espresso. That’s what we got. All for about 55 Euros. It was a feast in every sense of the word.
When in Italy, you also have to have some porto and a little espresso if you’re a coffee addict! Our server was the sweetest Argentinian expat and, when we told him we were on our honeymoon, served us porto (an aged Italian dessert wine that’s also REALLY strong). We were in heaven. After all that food, we needed that 30 minute walk back to our apartment.
BREI says
I need to give Rome another chance. I went and didn’t love it. Might have had something to do with the 1000 degree heat and no cold water!
Treasure Tromp says
oh this makes me want to go back to Rome! What was your favorite part of the trip?
Amberly says
Every time you post about Italy, i get super jealous!!!!
Amberly
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Beth K. says
Oh I just love that last picture! The apartment looks like such a good set up, I’m absolutely going to check that out.
The Life of Poole says
I just sent my husband a text letting him know we would be starting to save so that in three years we can go to Italy for our 5 year anniversary and do whatever and drink whatever we wanted!
Renata Barbosa says
It appears as though your honeymoon was absolutely perfect! Italy seems like something out of a dream. That last picture is just perfect!
xx
Cece says
The apartment idea was so great! I love trip advisor too. I really enjoyed looking at these pics because our one day in rome was a rushing traffic filled mess and I want a do over. Looks like you had a fabulous time. It’s so beautiful. there.
Rachel says
I miss Rome so much! And the espresso? Mmmmm…
Rachel's Country Roots says
That looks like so much fun!
Samm says
I can’t even say anything because I’m so jealous.
XO,
Samm
http://www.dysfunctionaleverafter.com
Emily (Louisiana Bride) says
Love your pictures, I’m reliving our vacation:)
Stevie C says
We are talking about our delayed honeymoon now, and I use your posts as leverage to get Rome on the list!
Michelle Thomas says
My hubby and I went to Rome a few years ago (we extended a business trip for him) and it was THE.MOST.AMAZING.TRIP.EVER. We would LOVE to go back some day! :) Your pics are gorg!
Endymion says
Dearest, I was in Rome in the same days!
So happy you like Italy, sometimes I am a little proud to be italian :D
Waiting to see more pictures and stories about your journey there!
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Christine Rosko says
I’m so jealous! I want to go to Italy so bad one day. I even want to live there for a time one day. Great post, thanks for sharing! Love the pics :)
~Christine
chelsea says
Stopping over from the I <3 Bloglovin hop! I love Rome so much, it will forever be one of my favorite cities…I miss it every day, especially when I’m making gnocchi or popping open another bottle of wine!
Michelle says
Liked your post on Rome, could you share details about which apt you rented.? We have been searching and best find is a referral. Thanks so much.
Lisette says
We found a company called Sleep in Italy through TripAdvisor that handled the room rentals. It was a lifesaver!