Rome’s literary legacy
Second hand bookstores to lose yourself in, hidden haunts and the oldest cafe in Italy.
Experience Overview
Time:
3 hoursWhat to expect:
Fully tailored to your preferencesLanguage:
Hosted in French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish (Other languages may be requested)Meeting point:
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation:
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring:
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
What’s Included:
3-hour experience
Private and personalised
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
What’s Excluded:
Food and drink
Transport costs
Tickets to any attractions
Gratuities
What makes it special
Key Highlights:
- Explore Rome’s most literary neighbourhood with a host who is a fellow book lover
- See the former homes of famous authors who once lived in Rome
- Browse the unique bookstores in the city that only a book lover would know about; whether antique leather bound volumes, second hand books or modern musings are your thing, your host knows just the spot!
- See the places that have inspired incredible writers and the spots that have featured in famous novels
- Enjoy a coffee in Rome’s oldest coffee shop - you could be sitting where Byron once sat!
- Chat about your favourite books with your host and get recommendations for other bookshops and places to visit