Bittersweet Moment #244: Escape the Crowds in Rome's Quiet Neighborhoods

Your big Rome trip is coming up and all you can see on social media are terrifying videos of massive crowds filling every, street, piazza, and museum. Did you make a mistake planning a trip to Rome in high season? Not to fear! Most tourists will never find them, but there are pockets of Rome and entire neighborhoods—one more beautiful than the next—that are completely devoid of crowds. Even in the highest of high season. Tiffany shares these delightfully quiet Roman neighborhoods on this mini-episode, and reveals the fascinating cultural sites that can be visited there. If you want to have Rome all to yourself, this episode is a must-listen! Thinking of joining us on our intimate Rome listener trip in November 2026? Find out all about it here , or email us for more information! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here . AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon , for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website .) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up.

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Bittersweet Moment #244: Escape the Crowds in Rome's Quiet Neighborhoods is an episode from The Bittersweet Life by Katy Sewall/Tiffany Parks.

This episode is 15:23 long.

This episode was published on May 12, 2026.

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