Visitors to the wonderful city of Rome often focus on the major tourist attractions of its historic centre, and with good reason, as the Eternal City boasts some of Europe's most beautiful works of art, churches, squares and monuments. Tucked away in the north east of the city is the area around Tiburtina Station, an interesting neighbourhood off the beaten track, and a hidden gem full of affordable places to eat and drink. Visitors to Rome who want access to all the sights but are looking for cheaper City Centre Tiburtina hotels will find that Tiburtina accommodation is a great place for a bargain. Within walking distance of some of Rome's best-loved attractions, hotels in Rome city centre Tiburtina offer excellent value for money.
Top Things in City Centre Tiburtina Station, Rome
Rome's largest cemetery, Campo Verano, is a fascinating if sombre place to spend an afternoon. It has dedicated Catholic/Jewish sections and a memorial area for First World War victims.
Nearby is San Lorenzo fuori le Mura, one of seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome. Despite suffering bomb damage during WWII the church boasts a beautiful interior with some outstanding frescoes.
A short walk away is Piazza Fiume, a pleasant square standing on the site of the ancient gate to the city Porta Salaria. It now houses a branch of the celebrated La Rinascente department store.
Arts and Entertainment
Art lovers flock to Rome to see the vast collection of art, sculpture, architecture, mosaics, frescos, paintings and fountains, from nearly every major artistic period. Today's Roman artists continue the capital's proud tradition of painting, sculpture, beautiful metalwork, pottery and glass. Rome is in many ways a 'living museum', with its plethora of monuments, churches and piazzas decorated with priceless works of art. For a refreshing change and a contemporary perspective, try the Museo d'Arte Contemporanea di Roma (MACRO), which houses permanent and temporary exhibitions, including collections of 1960s Pop Art.
Where to Stay: Accommodation in City Centre Tiburtina Station, Rome
Being slightly off the beaten track and outside the city centre, cheap hotels in Rome city centre Tiburtina Station and the nearby San Lorenzo district, are an excellent choice for visitors to Rome. Rome city centre Tiburtina Station hotels, and also in the surrounding districts, offers a range of modern and historic, comfortable and well-appointed properties. The prices are affordable and the accommodation is an ideal base from which to sample the delights of La Dolce Vita but without paying the price of staying in a premium central location.