Best day trips from Rome by train (2026) – our recommendations
Six day trips from Rome you can do by train, from Pompeii to Orvieto, with how to get there and tour options.
Author: Tim
Tim has been hooked on travel since his first backpacking trip at 19 and has visited over 50 countries since. Along the way, he's called Vietnam, Syria, and Chile home (plus the UK, where he's originally from!). He loves getting off the beaten path and experiencing the real culture of a place beyond the tourist hotspots. He squeezes in as much travel as he can around his 9-to-5 job. He started Travels off the Cuff to make trip planning less of a headache (he hates planning holidays!) and to share the tips he's picked up along the way.
Italy travel tips: things to know before you go (2026 travel guide)
The food in Italy is incredible, the history is everywhere, and it’s cities and countryside are amazing. But there’s a lot of practical stuff that trips people up – things that aren’t obvious until you’re standing in a restaurant wondering why there’s a charge on your bill you didn’t expect, or why you’ve received a…
Where to stay in Rome if you’ve already done the tourist trail
Most guides on where to stay in Rome are written for first-time visitors. They’ll point you toward the centro storico near Piazza Navona, recommend a hotel near the Colosseum, and encourage you to go to Trastevere. Fair enough if you haven’t been before – the best area to stay in Rome for first-time visitors is…
Best things to do in Rome: a practical guide for 2026
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How to get around Italy by train: a complete guide
Italy’s train network is one of the best in Europe, and it’s the easiest, cheapest and most sustainable way to travel between cities. We’ve used trains for every trip we’ve taken to Italy – Rome to Florence, Florence to Venice, Naples to Pompeii – and we’d always choose them over renting a car for a…
The best eSIMs for Europe travel: 2026 recommendations
Getting hit with £92 in roaming charges after a week in Belgium wasn’t the best end to our holiday. We learnt our lesson, and so we tested 12+ eSIM providers across 8 European countries over the past year. eSIMs let you avoid roaming fees entirely – you’ll have local data the moment you land, without…
The best 4-Day Rome Itinerary 2026: A Relaxed Day-by-Day Guide
Rome is one of those cities where the hardest part isn’t what to see – it’s what to leave out. Four days sounds generous until you open a map and realise everything you’ve ever heard of is apparently “unmissable”. It’s a brilliant city to visit – but it’s big, and there’s a lot to do….
The best European destinations to explore in November
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How to travel from Bucharest airport to the city centre
Bucharest’s Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) is just outside Bucharest, but getting into the city itself is straightforward once you know the options. There are several easy ways to travel from Bucharest airport to the city centre: public transport via train or bus, ride-hailing apps, licensed taxis or a private transfer. The best choice depends…
10 best Tuscany wine tours from Florence
Our recommendations for wine tours from Florence, from a €49 half day in Chianti to a small-group Vernaccia trip, plus what to look for before you book.
