Monti

Rome, Italy

Overall Safety
Good
4.0 / 5
Based on 12 Safety Metrics

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Summary

Steps from the Colosseum but maintains a local, neighborhood feel. It's safe and stylish with good restaurants and vintage shopping. People dress fashionably here and the area has a more sophisticated vibe than other central neighborhoods.

Hipster and trendyVintage shopping paradiseStylish art galleriesPedestrian-friendly streetsMix of locals and travelers
Details

A few minutes from the Colosseum, Monti used to be working-class but is now filled with vintage shops, art galleries, cafes, and restaurants. The pedestrianized streets give it a neighborhood feel even though it's right in the center. Lots of locals and travelers mix here. It's become trendy and a bit hipster but still feels authentic compared to other central areas.

Safety Ratings

Daytime Safety

Excellent

Night Walking Safety

Excellent

Harassment Risk

Low

Public Transport Safety

Excellent

Pickpocketing Risk

Low

Scam Risk

Low

Police Visibility

Good

Emergency Services

Excellent

Evening Venues

Excellent

Solo Dining

Excellent

Drug Activity

Low

Homelessness Visibility

Low

Getting By in English

Excellent
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Recommended Places

Cafes

  • Fatamorgana Gelato
  • Antico Caffè del Brasile
  • Zuma Bar

Restaurants

  • La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali
  • Alle Carrette
  • L'Asino d'Oro

Bars

  • Ai Tre Scalini
  • Blackmarket Hall
  • La Bottega del Caffè

Other Spots

  • Via del Boschetto (vintage shopping)
  • Piazza della Madonna dei Monti
  • Mercato Monti (weekend market)
Impressions & Tips

"Great area if you like cool bars and vintage stores"

"Felt very safe walking around day and night"

"Italian people were really nice and welcoming"

"Close to all the major attractions"

"Easy to chat with locals and other travelers"

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