Travelling and exploring, as a non-tourist is lots of fun. It is not only a great adventure but it also offers actual insights about any city (or country). Most of the tourists love to travel to Rome. Rome does offer a lot of tourist attractions and activities but this is not it. Rome is lovely to explore as a non-tourist.
This article lists 10 best non-tourist sites to see in Rome, Italy.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 1
Buttero a Trastevere
Buttero a Trastevere is a typical roman restaurant, which the locals absolutely love. It offers the perfect Italian cuisine that any foodie is going to enjoy. Its address is Via Lungaretta, 156, Rome, Italy. It is a famous local restaurant, so it is very easy to reach there through any sort of public transport.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 2
Dar Buttero Hostaria
Dar Buttero Hostaria is another restaurant in a street of Trastevere. Other than excellent Italian food, the restaurant is also a treat to the eyes. It looks like a huge country kitchen with lots of colors. The walls of the restaurant are covered with paintings by local artists. To complete the theme of the country kitchen the restaurant also sports a beautiful backyard.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 3
Ristorante Ristochicco
Ristorante Ristochicco, Borgo Pio is a place to visit for the people who want see the true and eternal colors of the Vatican City. The restaurant has great ambiance and food. Other than that, a good thing is that the rates are quite reasonable. Anyone with a tight budget must visit this restaurant for great food and excellent service.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 4
Fiumicino Fishing Village
Fiumicino fishing village is another interesting site for the non-tourists. It used to be a fishing village, which evolved to be a significant fishing centre of Rome. Getting there is possible by tube, by bus and by plane. (Rome’s airport is located in the downtown Fiumicino).
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 5
Ostia Antica
You can reach Ostia Antica in minutes by the train. It is very near to Fiumicino, from where you can get there by car. This city is used to be by the river Tiber. However, by the passage of time due to silting it moved at a distance of around 3 kilometers from the beach. This place is a great place to view ancient Roman ruins.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 6
Leonarda da Vinci Parc shopping area
This is a relatively unknown shopping area to the travelers. For the shoppers, it is truly a heaven. There are about 230 shops containing all sorts of merchandise.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 7
Scotland Yard Pub
The non-tourist pub goers are not going to be disappointed with Rome too. This pub has a great selection of wine where wine lover can indulge. Other than that, the pub also offers a vast Italian menu. Its location ensures that one enjoys the beauty of the shore too. The exact address is Via Attilio Corrubia 32.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 8
Bastianelli al Molo
Any sea food lover should not miss the specialties of Bastianelli al Molo, located at the sea front. With excellent cooked fish treats, the place also offers a great view of the beach.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 9
Perugia
Most of my traveler friends also have to visit Florence when they go to Rome. On the way to Florence, Perugia is a non-tourist site really worth seeing. Perugia is a must-see for the art lovers too. The city has a treasure of art in the form of statues and drawings on the buildings.
Non-Tourist Sites to See in Rome, Italy # 10
Santa Prassede
Santa Prassede is a church that was built in 8th century. The church is decorated with mosaics, which truly is a sight to see.
Source(s):
http://wikitravel.org/en/Fiumicino
tripadvisor.com (for the non-tourist restaurant reviews)
http://romanchurches.wikia.com/wiki/Worship
