Experience in Rome, Italy by Hosna

What is it like to live in Rome? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Yes, Rome is a pleasant and historical city, and you will enjoy to live in even as a student.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Rome?

Rome is a vibrant city and there are bunch of students who are studying here, and you could hang out with them.

How much does it cost to live in Rome?

Rome compared to my country and even to EU, I guess is an expensive country especially to cost of accommodation. And everything depends on your lifestyle, but the minimum is € 600 per month.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Rome? Is there any advice you can give?

Yes, especially during September when the first semester is going to start. They just need to search, and the best way is Facebook and even The Erasmus site.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

It is awesome. It is Italy.

What places would you recommend visiting in Rome?

Center of the Rome.

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Is it good to eat out in Rome? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Yes, there are to many options, it deepens on your budget.

Is the nightlife good in Rome? Where is good to go?

Yes, Rome is a live city. The public transportation is not suitable, you should consider it in advance.

What advice would you give future students heading to Rome?

Rome is a nice city and probably you will have great time here. But also you have to consider that it is a dirty city and to compare my hometown, Tehran, it was shocking for me, when I just arrived.

And also take care to your bags and backpack especially when you are in public transportation like bus and train.