Trastevere is Rome’s village-like neighborhood across the Tiber, known for cobblestone streets, ivy-covered facades, and a livelier, more local feel than the historic center just across the river.
Across the River, But Still Central
Trastevere takes its name from the Latin for “across the Tiber,” and despite feeling like a separate village, it sits close enough to walk to the Vatican, the Pantheon, and the rest of central Rome.
Rome’s Nightlife Neighborhood
The neighborhood’s narrow lanes fill with trattorias, wine bars, and street life well into the evening, making it a popular base for visitors who want to be near the sights without staying in the busiest tourist zone.
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