Rome travel warning: Most overrated spots, according to local guide
Which tourist spots in Rome can be disappointing (photo: Getty Images)
Even Rome’s most famous landmarks can disappoint if access or atmosphere changes. Rome tour guide Oleh Andrushkiv, in an interview with RBC-Ukraine, explained why the Trevi Fountain has recently left tourists with mixed impressions and what detail can spoil any trip to Italy, no matter the destination.
Fountain you now have to line up for
Rome's famous Trevi Fountain is becoming a less romantic place. According to Andrushkiv, the problem is not the fountain itself, which remains an architectural masterpiece, but the new access rules.
"You can no longer just walk up to the water's edge. Part of the space in front of the fountain has turned into a queue, and to get close, you sometimes have to wait 10-15 minutes," the guide says.
The famous Trevi Fountain in Rome (photo: Getty Images)
He recalled that this used to be a spontaneous and magical moment: tourists would walk up, toss a coin, and take pictures. Now, what should be a magical moment has become technical and controlled.
Andrushkiv hopes this is only a temporary restriction but fears it could be the first step toward paid entry.
"Rome should remain open, free, and generous—the way it has always been," the guide emphasizes.
What else can ruin your trip
Andrushkiv admitted there's no place in Italy he would outright advise against visiting. However, there is one important detail that affects impressions of any location—comfortable shoes.
"In Italy's historic cities, there's a lot of cobblestone, narrow streets, and steep stairs. Heels constantly get stuck or break… I've often seen tourists walking barefoot, carrying their shoes in their hands," he says.
His advice is simple: leave high heels at home and choose comfortable footwear that can handle both cobblestones and long sightseeing walks.
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