Rome blends ancient wonders with vibrant street life, offering budget travelers free icons like the Colosseum and cheap pasta for under €10 a meal in a city that's walkable and full of affordable eats.
- ●Wander the free Pantheon interior
- ●Toss a coin in Trevi Fountain (free)
- ●Explore Trastevere neighborhood on foot
- ●Picnic in Villa Borghese park
Expect €3-4 metro tickets and crowded free sites; book affordable skip-the-line tickets online for Colosseum (€16-24) to avoid long waits.