Trastevere is one of the few neighborhoods in Rome that maintains its distinct charm and character. Attracting artists, musicians, and bohemian spirits from the world over, Trastevere also is home to many great restaurants, artesian vendors, quaint shops and lively pubs. Trastevere is well connected by the #8 Tram that runs quite frequently along Viale di Trastevere (intersecting with Via San Francisco a Ripa). Take this toward “Argentina” to Largo Torre Argentina, one of the main bus stops in Rome. From here, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Campo de` Fiori are well within walking distance. Or if weather permits, walk alongside the tram for a great view of Rome’s island, Tiburina. To get to the Trevi Fountain, take the tram to Torre Argentina. Then take the #63 bus (toward Largo Pugliese) for four stops. Exit at Corso/Minghetti. From here it is only a short walk down Via Minghetti, left on Via delle Vergine, to Via delle Muratte and finally the Trevi Fountain. To reach Vatican City, begin with the #8 tram to Torre Argentina. From here you can take any number of buses to Vatican, #40 being one of the most prevalent. Take #40 bus (toward Piazza Pia/San Angelo) for 3 steps. Exit at Traspontina/Conciliazione and walk down Via della Conciliazione – a great view of the Cupola. To visit the Colosseum, walk toward Viale di Trastevere (and then toward Trastevere Station) and take the #3 bus from Via Girolamo Induno (toward Thorvaldsen). Exit after 8, stops at Colosseo. 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 taking the #8 tram 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. Where to Eat & Drink – Rome is filled with thousands of great restaurants, but here are a few great places nearby your apartment: Café = 
 Anytime of day, Er Trasteverino is a perfect spot to stop for a quick bite... whether it's one of their homemade cornetti, salads and panini, gelato, or an
aperitivo. You can sit at an outside table, or take a panini to-go and enjoy the atmosphere of the nearby Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere. Sip cappuccino or try their 5€ wine tasting special — a glass of Italy's finest DOCG vino and a platter of traditional cheeses and salami. Via di San Francesco a Ripa, 151. tel 06 581-9719. Open 7am - 11pm. For Dinner = Pancotto is 
a family run traditional Roman filled with local Romans who come for the good, unpretentious, traditional cuisine, pleasant atmosphere and reasonable prices. Outside tables on the Viale di Trastevere attract tourists as well as the locals. In addition to the pasta dishes, try the full-flavored chicken marinated with Gaeta olives. And, of course, one of their specialties is pannecotta, a cooked cream pudding to die for. The Italians like to top it with a chocolate-hazelnut cream, Nutella. 
Open everyday for lunch and dinner. Viale di Trastevere, 8-14 (near Ponte Garibaldi) 
tel. 06 580-6334 Drinks = Fitting Trastevere’s artistic atmosphere, Lettere Caffé provides a forum for book readings, jazz concerts, art exhibits, cabaret, clown shows, film showings, poetry slams, and writer’s workshops. They host a happy hour from 6 to 8pm. Brunch on Sunday. Stop by for a light meal, or a glass of wine and an appetizer. 
Via S. Francesco a Ripa 100-101 tel. 06 583-34379