The Apartment Guide
Located in the vibrant heart of Rome, just a few steps from Termini Station, our apartment is ready to become your oasis of relaxation. A perfect place to recharge after a day exploring the Eternal City.
Welcome to A Casa di Ago
Hello and welcome!
We’re Federico and Alessandra, and A Casa di Ago is our beloved home. We lived here until March 2025, and it has recently been fully renovated with care and love.
Now it’s your turn to enjoy it – for the next few days, this is your home too.
Please treat it with the same care and respect you would give your own.
We’re so happy to host you here in Rome, and we hope you’ll feel as comfortable as we always did.
Below you’ll find all the essential info for your stay – from check-in instructions to our personal recommendations to enjoy the city like a local.
Make yourself at home! 💛
🕓 Check-in Instructions
- Please send me a message on Airbnb 10 minutes before your arrival.
- If you don’t have Wi-Fi, you can connect to the free Wi-Fi at Mercato Centrale, located just across the street.
🔑 How to access the apartment:
- Go to Via Enrico Cialdini 13, 00185 Rome
- On the intercom, ring SEVERO (bottom left)
- Once inside, turn right and go to staircase A
- Take the elevator to the 7th floor
- The apartment is on your right
- Ring the bell with the black keypad to the right of the door
- Inside the apartment, on the white console table in the hallway, you’ll find two key tags:
- The yellow tag opens the two entrance gates
- The orange tag opens the apartment door
- Please make sure to always lock the front door properly
🏠 Apartment Details
- Name: A Casa di Ago
- Address: Via Enrico Cialdini 13, 00185 Rome
- Host: Federico
- Phone: +39 347 7939675
- Email: severo.federico@gmail.com
- Check-in: from 4:00 PM
- Check-out: by 10:00 AM
🧳 Luggage Storage Nearby
- Stow Your Bags – Via Filippo Turati 52
- KiBag – Kipoint – Via Giovanni Giolitti 34
♻️ Trash Disposal
Trash must be thrown into the dedicated bins in the building entrance hall, separated as follows:
- Organic
- Paper
- Plastic
- General waste
- Glass
🚫 House Rules
- No guests allowed unless authorized
- Quiet hours: from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM
- No smoking inside the apartment 🚭
- No parties or events 🎉
- No pets allowed 🐾
- No external guests unless authorized
Quiet hours:
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 🕙 10:00 PM – 10:00 AM
🔚 Check-Out Instructions
Check-out time: by 10:00 AM
Before you leave:
- Double-check you haven’t left any personal items
- Turn off all lights, air conditioning, and TV
- Close all windows and roll down shutters
- Take out the trash (bins are in the entrance hall of the building)
- Leave the keys on the white console in the entrance and close the door behind you
- Send a message on Airbnb or WhatsApp to confirm your check-out
⚠️ Penalties & Extra Charges
Please respect the house rules to avoid penalties:
- Smoking inside the apartment: €200 cleaning fee
- Lost or unreturned key: €50 per key tag
- Unauthorized late check-out (after 10:00 AM): €30 per hour
- Excessive mess or unreported damage: charged according to Airbnb policies
🆘 Emergencies & Health
📞 Emergency Numbers
- General emergency: 112
- Ambulance: 118
- Police: 113
- Fire department: 115
🏥 Nearest Hospital
- Policlinico Umberto I – Viale del Policlinico, 155
(10 minutes by taxi)
💊 Nearest Pharmacy
- Farmacia Termini – Via Marsala 29
🚕 Transfer to/from Airport
✈️ From Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Via Enrico Cialdini 13, Rome
- Distance: approx. 30 km
- Train: Leonardo Express to Termini Station (32 min, every 15 min)
- Taxi: fixed fare of €55 (30–45 min depending on traffic)
- Uber: approx. €45–€60
✈️ From Ciampino Airport (CIA) to Via Enrico Cialdini 13, Rome
- Distance: approx. 17 km
- Bus: Terravision or SIT Bus to Termini Station (40–50 min)
- Taxi: fixed fare of €40 (25–35 min)
- Uber: approx. €35–€50
🚕 Getting Around
- Lime app – E-bikes and e-scooters (weekly/monthly pass available in Wallet)
- Metro or Bus – Termini Station is just around the corner
- Uber / Taxi
- Cooltra – Scooter sharing
- Enjoy – Car sharing via app
To explore Rome in a comfortable and eco-friendly way, we recommend trying the electric scooters and bikes available nearby. Around Via Enrico Cialdini, you’ll find vehicles from three main companies: Lime, Dott, and Bird. They’re super easy to use and perfect for getting around quickly.
✨ Lime:
Great if you plan to move around a lot during the day! Lime offers passes for 60, 100, or 300 minutes, giving you flexibility and saving you from paying per ride. Just unlock and go, no need to worry about each single trip.
💸 Dott:
Looking for something simple and affordable? Dott’s Two-Ride Pass gives you two single rides at a fixed price — perfect if you just need a quick ride here and there.
🛵 Bird:
With Bird, there’s no need to choose a pass. Just pay per ride and enjoy the ride — ideal for one-off trips without commitments.
📲 Tip: Download the Lime, Dott, and Bird apps, register in just a few steps, and unlock the nearest vehicle. These services are perfect for short distances, letting you enjoy the city without traffic or parking stress.
🚇 Prefer public transport?
No problem! You’re just steps away from Termini Station, one of the best-connected spots in Rome. From here you can take:
🚇 Metro Lines A & B
Quick access to must-see spots like the Spanish Steps, the Vatican, the Colosseum, and EUR.
🚌 Nearby Bus Lines:
- 64: Perfect for getting to the Pantheon and the Vatican.
- 492: Great for reaching Piazza Navona and the Prati district.
- 70: Straight to Piazza Navona and Corso Vittorio Emanuele.
- 75: For the Colosseum and Circus Maximus.
Whether you ride a scooter or hop on a bus, you’ll find it easy to move around and experience the magic of Rome at your own pace.
📍 What to See Nearby
Staying near Termini Station means you’re just a short distance from some of Rome’s most iconic attractions. In just a few minutes, you can reach historic landmarks, monuments, and museums that offer a unique glimpse into the rich history of the Eternal City.
Here are some of the main attractions close to the apartment:
- Acquario Romano – Historic exhibition hall with unique architecture
- Santa Maria Maggiore – One of Rome’s four major basilicas
- Baths of Diocletian – Ancient Roman thermal baths turned into a museum
- Piazza della Repubblica – Scenic square with fountains and a majestic church
- San Pietro in Vincoli – Home to Michelangelo’s statue of Moses
- Colosseum & Roman Forum – Unmissable ruins of ancient Rome
With so many amazing sights just a short walk or ride away, you’ll be able to explore some of Rome’s most meaningful and iconic places with ease. Whether you’re passionate about history, love art, or simply want to soak up the city’s unique atmosphere, these nearby destinations will make your stay full of discovery, charm, and unforgettable moments.
🗺️ Suggested 3-Day Itinerary starting from A Casa di Ago
📍 Day 1 – Ancient Rome & City Center
- Acquario Romano – Unique building with exhibitions (5 min from the apartment)
- Santa Maria Maggiore – Beautiful basilica with mosaics
- San Pietro in Vincoli – See Michelangelo’s Moses
- Colosseum – The iconic Roman amphitheater
- Arch of Constantine – Triumph arch next to the Colosseum
- Roman Forum – Walk through the ruins of ancient Rome
- Capitoline Hill – Michelangelo’s piazza and museum
- Altare della Patria – Monument to the first king of unified Italy
- Trevi Fountain – Toss a coin and make a wish
- Pantheon – Impressive ancient temple, now a church
- Piazza Navona – Elegant square with fountains and cafes
🍴 Food Suggestions:
- Breakfast: Panella – Bakery with Roman pastries
- Quick lunch: All’Antico Vinaio – Huge sandwiches (also on delivery)
- Dinner: Ai Tre Scalini – Roman tavern with wine and local dishes
- Aperitif: Casa Dante – Elegant vibe near home
- Dessert: Pasticceria Regoli – Best maritozzi in town
📍 Day 2 – Vatican & Trastevere
- Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel – Book in advance here
- St. Peter’s Basilica – Climb to the dome for a view
- Castel Sant’Angelo – Castle and panoramic terrace
- Ponte Sant’Angelo – Angel statues line the bridge
- Campo de’ Fiori – Lively market and nightlife
- Jewish Ghetto – History, charm, and unique food
- Trastevere – Authentic Roman nightlife & local trattorias
🍴 Food Suggestions:
- Lunch: Osteria da Fortunata – Fresh handmade pasta
- Coffee break: Sant’Eustachio Caffè – Legendary Roman espresso
- Aperitif: Salotto 42 / Enoteca Spiriti
- Dinner: La Montecarlo – Casual pizzeria with classic vibe
📍 Day 3 – Shopping & Panoramic Rome
- Spanish Steps – Iconic staircase with great views
- Trinità dei Monti Church – At the top of the steps
- Via del Corso / Via Condotti – Shopping streets
- Piazza del Popolo – Twin churches and obelisk
- Pincian Terrace – Panoramic view over the city
- Villa Borghese – Rome’s green heart
- Borghese Gallery – Art lovers’ paradise (reserve in advance)
🍴 Food Suggestions:
- Gelato: Gelateria Fassi – A sweet way to end the day
- Breakfast or brunch: Ginger – Healthy & stylish
- Aperitif: Ciampini – Refined café with terrace
- Dinner: Il Marchese – Roman cuisine + amaro bar
🍝 When in Rome, do as the Romans do
🍽️ Where to Eat Near the Apartment
- Mercato Centrale (inside Termini Station): a lively food court with Italian specialties (pizza, burgers, pasta, street food)
- Bar dello Statuto – Local pizza by the slice (Via Leopardi, 62)
- Sorbillo, Five Guys, Wagamama – All inside Termini Station
- Casa Dante – Chic restaurant & aperitivo spot (Piazza Dante, 8)
- Hang Zhou da Sonia – A historic Chinese restaurant (Via Principe Eugenio, 82)
- Ai Tre Scalini – Historic wine bar and Roman eatery (Via Panisperna, 251)
- Urbana 47 – Modern twist on Roman cuisine (Via Urbana, 47)
🍰 Local Favorites in the Neighborhood
- Regoli Pastry Shop – Famous for traditional Roman desserts (Via dello Statuto, 60)
- Fassi Gelateria – Iconic artisan ice cream since 1880 (Via Principe Eugenio, 65)
- Panella Bakery – Perfect for breakfast or aperitivo (Via Merulana, 54)
- Roscioli Forno – One of Rome’s best bakeries (Via Buonarroti, 46)
- Cecchini Gastronomy – Gourmet Roman specialties (Via Merulana, 85)
- Crepuscolo degli Dei – Organic & local food shop (Via Merulana, 181)
🍸 Rooftops & Aperitifs Near the Apartment
- Terrazza dei Papi – Rooftop garden with a view (Via Carlo Alberto, 3)
- Masa Rooftop – Stylish rooftop cocktails (Via di Santa Maria Maggiore, 143)
- La Casetta a Monti – Tiny Instagrammable spot (Via della Madonna dei Monti, 62)
- Drink Kong – Trendy cocktail bar
- Salotto 42 / Enoteca Spiriti – In the heart of historic Rome (Piazza di Pietra)
- Ciampini Roma – Elegant Roman bar with terrace (Piazza di S. Lorenzo in Lucina)
🍕 Best in the Historic Center
- Ginger – Healthy modern restaurant for brunch or lunch
- Il Goccetto – Wine bar with small plates
- Pizzeria La Montecarlo – Famous Roman-style pizza
- Il Marchese – Pasta & cocktails with a vintage twist
- Ginger – Healthy modern restaurant for brunch or lunch
👋 Before You Leave
Your stay at A Casa di Ago has come to an end – we hope you enjoyed it as much as we loved hosting you!
✨ Please make sure you haven’t forgotten any personal or valuable items before checking out.
If you had a great time, we’d truly appreciate it if you could leave us a review on Airbnb – it means a lot to us and helps future guests feel at home too.
Thank you for choosing our place, and we hope to welcome you again someday.
Warm wishes,
Federico & Alessandra 💛
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