Only a short walk down Via del Governo Vecchio toward Piazza/Via del Pasquino, you’ll find yourself walking into Piazza Navona. Initially constructed to reflect the ancient Stadium of Domitian, Piazza Navona is home to Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, or “Fountain of Four Rivers” (recently made famous by Dan Brown’s thriller Angels and Demons). Additionally, Piazza Navona includes the Brazilian Embassy building and the church Sant’Agnes in Agone (“Saint Agnes in Agony…” since she was martyred in the square). From the early morning until late in the evening, you will find musicians, artists, puppeteers, and street performers entertaining in this lively piazza. Piazza Navona is a good point of reference to find a number of other famous spots in Rome. Just across Via Vittorio Emanuele II is Campo de` Fiori, famous for its fruit, vegetable and flower markets. Also from Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps are all within walking distance from here (about 15 minutes). To visit Vatican City, simply walk toward Via Vittorio Emanuele II (the main road that passes by Piazza Navona), and take the #40 Bus (toward Piazza Pia/Castel S. Angelo). Exit after two stops at the Traspontina/Concilizione stop. Continue by foot down Via della Conciliazione – a great view of the Cupola. To get to the Colosseum, walk past the Piazza Navona to Corso del Rinascimento. From here, take bus #81 (toward Malatesta). After 11 stops, get off at the Celio/Vibenna stop. To get to the Spanish Steps (though it may be easier to walk from the Trevi Fountain – Via del Corso to Via dei Condotti), you may also want to try walking to Largo Torre Argentina and taking the #119 bus (toward Corso/Popolo) for 9 stops. If you like, stay on the #119 until the end of the line, you’ll come to Piazza del Popolo, and be only a short walk from one of Rome’s beautiful parks, Villa Borghese. To reach the charming, bohemian neighborhood of Trastevere – walk to Via Vittorio Emanuele II near Chiesa Nuova and take the #40 bus (toward Termini) to Largo Torre Argentina. (You may also want to consider walking to Torre Argentina since it is quite close). From here take the #8 tram 3 stops to Trastevere. Or if weather permits, walk alongside the tram for a great view of Rome’s island, Tiburina. Where to Eat & Drink – Rome is filled with thousands of great restaurants, but here are a few great places nearby your apartment: Café = Caffé Doria makes for a quiet mid-afternoon retreat for meetings, conversation, or solitary contemplation. In addition to coffees, Caffé Doria offers a wide selection of teas, infusions and tisanes. And in the warmer months there are cold frappes and granitas. 
Via della Gatta, 1/a For Dinner = Near the Italian Parliament, you’ll find the first mozzarella bar in the city, and perhaps the world. Obikà serves mozzerella, salumi, salads, and a few cooked dishes. Closed Sundays. Via dei Prefetti, 26. Tel. 06 683-2630. www.obika.it/en/index.html Drinks = After a long day relax with a glass of wine at a local wine bar, Cul de Sac. There are over 1000 Italian and international wines to choose from here, and also a selection of small dishes for lunch or a snack. Though small inside, outside tables at Cul de Sac are quite comfortable during the warmer months. Piazza Pasquino, 73. Tel 06 688-00194