Why Live in Rome

Rome is a mecca for lovers of history and art. As the epitome of all things Italian, Rome is a gateway to the Italian way of life. Whether seeking a sense of permanence in the architecture or a sense of peace in the near proximity to Vatican City, people who live in Rome have myriad reasons for their choice of habitat.  Following are five of the most compelling.


1. Weather

The temperate Mediterranean climate of Rome is an ultimately livable one. Winters are mild and moist. Summers tend toward drier air and higher temperatures, but even at their peak, they remain tolerable. While sightseers are well advised to wait until the heat of the summer has dissipated for their sojourns to Rome, residents revel in the city’s mild, four season climate.

2. Art in Rome

Italy has produced many artistic masters throughout the centuries, and a good selection of their great works is on display in Roman museums. At the Capitoline Museums alone, masters such as Michelangelo, Titian and Bernini are well represented. Living in Rome represents unlimited opportunities to nourish the creative spirit.

3. Wine and Cuisine

Authentic cuisine and robust wines are ubiquitous in the city of Rome, inviting residents to sample at their leisure. From pizza at Remo to slow food at Primo in the Il Pignito district, options abound. Sampling regional wines at wine bars like Il Tiaso is a relaxing way to while away an evening.

4. Natural Beauty

Like any truly great city, Rome is replete with verdant parks. The gardens of the Villa Borghese at the city's centre offer shaded pathways to share with other strollers and joggers, as well as less traveled, treed expanses.

5. Economy

Costs for food, lodging and entertainment are high in Rome compared to other cities.  Residents can take the time to discover less expensive sources for subsistence items than tourists who are in town for a few days.  Dealing with small-scale, local merchants not only provides opportunities to save a few euros but also the chance to explore the city's underlying social structure.