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- How safe is Rome in 2023 is a Rome travel guide on Rome travel tips, pickpocketing in Rome, where to stay in Rome, tourist scams in Rome, Italy scams and Rome, Italy in general.
If you plan on traveling to Italy, there are many things to know before you travel to Rome, like tourist traps in Rome, public transportation in Rome, ATMs in Rome, wristband scam in Rome, Termini Rome, what not to do in Italy, don'ts of Italy and tourist scams in Italy in general.
With so many tourist traps and scams in Rome, you should be aware of all the safety travel tips for Rome and don't fall for this scam in Italy. These Italy travel tips apply to Rome, Florence, Naples, Milan and other Italian cities.
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113 State Police
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Rome is more safe then LA or New York that’s for sure!
Wow! You are brave! Thank you so much for your videos❤️
Having lived there 30 years, and strolled the entire city at all hours, guarantee the place is plenty safe as it is crawling with cops and carabinieri.
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Thanks for such useful info. Love your videos!
All of your advice is excellent. I would add that it's important to pretend you know where you're going when arriving at any station. Walk with purpose until you find a spot in the terminal where you can get your bearings. I might look for a kiosk where I can stand and look out. Then, I look for the maps or train schedules like I'm just a regular commuter. Don't get off a train and start looking up and around for schedules. Just pretend you know where you're going. When traveling with my husband, if we have to wait in line anywhere, I stand behind him, back to back and I scan the crowd. I've spotted pickpockets going after other people using this system. I also pay attention to others on escalators. Once I saw a man ahead of me on an adjacent escalator who was turned around and scanning the crowd. I gave him a " don't even think about it look" and he turned away. Maybe he was looking for friends, maybe not. Of course pickpockets are everywhere, but it's much harder to cope with stolen property in a foreign country. Beware of any man wearing three piece suits, or any suit, who is just "hanging around" any station. Your wallet will be hidden in his jacket. Also watch for men carrying folded newspapers, another hiding place. Enjoy yourself, but stay vigilant. I'm a very short, slight female, now old. It seems that some who comment that they never have a problem are men, probably younger and definitely stronger. They are much less likely to be victims and consider the rest of us to be alarmists. Having said all that, I'm off to Italy again soon. It's simply too beautiful to miss.
As a female young solo traveler, I’ve learned how to stay safe. I do not wear a purse, but I have like a small bag kind of thing that goes around my neck and under my clothes so that no one can see it. I am also good at blending in, not looking like a foreigner, and looking like I know where I am going. This goes as far as people asking me directions in Paris and Montreal or assuming I spoke French.
Thank you for sharing!
You may have been mistaken for a local resident when asked for directions but that's is a common ploy used by pickpockets working in groups. It happened to a friend of mine in Copenhagen.
In Italia capiamo subito chi è un turista da come si veste e dall’aspetto 😂
I just came back from Rome a month ago and I didn't sense or encounter any danger walking the streets at night,pick pocketing can happen anywhere so of course you have to watch your personal belongings on you.
Me too...I was in Rome in January and I never felt saver.
I have lived in Rome 10 years. To answer the question, yes Rome is very safe for both residents and travelers. Obviously use common sense against theft as you would in any big city. Enjoy the beautiful evening strolls!
Very good to know !! I felt safe when I visited Roma in '83 ,too !! Lol. Just the pollution was crazy !! The streets were dirty !! Rome & Florence are my most favourites in Italy 🇮🇹 Italy & Wales are my no.1 countries !! 💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
Like London…. No more no less
In other words, same as New York, Chicago, LA - except the thugs will throw you on the subway tracks and they won’t even rob you… but I bet IF the thug will rob and assault you the District Attorney won’t even charge the criminal (if they are black) and if you get raped they will just kill you… so???
It's a lot to do w/ pickpocketting .There are more knife attacks in London ,not there in Italy 🇮🇹 !! Over here ,it's the gun violence we're concerned about ! 💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
@@spark_6710 Did you expect a metropolis to be shiny clean ?? Have you even been to New York or London? LOL
Excellent tips.Thank you. I would add just one thing-be wary of elevators and never go in alone. I believe I was almost robbed or even worse a few years ago in Rome. I was going down to the metro and I am sure I looked confused. A young woman said she would help me-here was an elevator just around the corner. I felt a little wary. when we got to the elevator I almost stepped in but changed my mind. At that point she looked upset and turned to look towards a man-probably her partner..Thank goodness my intuition kicked in from working years in New York.
Oh wow Carolyn, thank you for sharing. I am happy that you listened to your intuition. It never fails us.
Happened to me 30 years ago when I traveled alone. I was in the Colosseum area and 5 to 6 kids came around me and took my wallet from my pant and ran away. I immediately griped 2 kids and asked them to return the wallet to me. They bought me to the other kids and returned the wallet. I got the wallet, ID car was there but some money was missing. My advice is don't put money in your wallet or handbags. Put it into a pocket with zipper or even in a sock / shoes and don't put all money in the same place.
I’m American, and was just in Rome last week. One thing I learned is that Uber is expensive and unreliable there, while taxis are the way to go. This is the exact opposite in the United States, and even in Paris, where taxis tend to rip off tourists.
Traveling in Italy in 1999 and also 2009, these same exact things were happening back then too, as they happen in any major city (NYC, Barcelona, Athens, etc). Very good advice in this video, but don't be afraid. Simply be prepared and aware and enjoy your time in an amazing country!
I am sorry to hear these things about Rome, Italy. I lived in Rome for almost 21 years, yes it's true about the pick pockets. Even the hotels and BnB are informing their clients to take care of their bags and etc. If you are a tourist you should be aware to a country that you are visiting. Please don't be afraid going to Rome it is not dangerous. Italy is a beautiful place.
I agree with you !! 👍 👍Definitely it's all about pocket picking !! Not real violent crime there ( exclude mafia ,but they usually don't bother tourists at all ! ) I live in L.A.,I am more worried here than traveling in Europe, or U.K. for 120 % sure !! LOL. I AM SUPER JEALOUS OF YOU FOR LIVING IN ROME in the past or current !!! Lol. Rome is my NO.1 fave of Italy ,Italy & Wales are my most favourite countries in the world 🌎!!! 😍👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
Pickpocketting * Lol.
The pickpocketers are Gipsies 99,9% of the time btw.
@@alessandrom7181 Are you Italiano !?? 💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞
@@spark_6710 mafia crimes? Still watching tv series? Where did you see violent crimes by Mafia in Italy in the last twenty years?
Great tips delivered very well. No waffle or painful intro - straight to the point. Thank you.
My pleasure!
I was in Rome last October and my family and I went to the Vatican City museums for a tour on a Wednesday! It was crowded on the train and we were forewarned about pickpockets. There were jostling inside the train and when I checked my crossbody bag once the train started moving I found it wide open. It had a magnetic clasp but when travelling I don't take my wallet with me I just take some cash and a card and tuck it away in the inner zipped pocket so whoever that was who tried to feel my bag inside would have only felt the hairbrush and hand sanitizer.
Thank you for sharing. I am so glad you were aware and prepared.
in Berlin for example you could also bring money
@@StayFabulousTL I appreciate the advices you give us about Rome but I just want to mention that last week I was in Rome for the very first time,before my trip there I listened to some of your videos and the truth is that I felt very safe even though I stayed next to Termini in airbnb,I visited the most touristy places for aperol and prices were just the same as the locals,I went for a dinner in a roman restaurant at 19.30h and everything was great. No problems at all. So I think that some of tips you are giving (yeah they can be useful) but instead of being useful it’s giving more anxiety than it should be. Unnecessary. Thank you again.
@@perier68 what do you mean?
Just 4 days ago got robbed in Rome subway. As you saying it was exactly in crowded area getting in to train. I think it was team work. They are very good proffesionals.
Oh no, I am so sorry to hear that. That's the main reason I made this video - to make people aware.
Si purtroppo sono bande di rumeni o sudamericani molto organizzati,mi spiace molto😢
This is a very useful video! When I was in Napoli, I felt a hand reach deep into my backpack right before I got on the metro. They do it at exactly the moment you get on, and they get off right before the door closes. Fortunately, I didn't put anything valuable in my backpack. I realized that I made myself a target taking photos while waiting for the train and not putting my bag in the front.
Also in Rome I stayed near the Termini because it was cheap. I am a female and travelled solo. I went out most nights and did feel a bit unsafe walking in the area. Lots of homeless people and the streets stank of urine.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Yes, unfortunately you have to be aware, especially in crowded places. I am glad they did not take anything valuable!
I just returned from Rome. I had a wonderful time and felt totally safe.
Still here different story
I am italian from Rome. Once I remember a gypsy woman followed me in a pharmacy and went straight to open my bag without even hiding her actions, it was like that was her own bag and she wanted to open it. That's it. That was one of the craziest thing I have ever seen
That's insane
@@StayFabulousTL No ...if you want to see insanity come to berlin, i will show you the worst.
😂 We had some Gypsies here in Sweden pre-pandemic who were so bold that they'd go up to a customer's shopping cart and start putting things in the carts for the customer to buy for them. Seriously, they would stroll the aisles to find a mark, often a single older woman, and indicate they needed diapers and food for their kids. It happened only once to me but it very common here for awhile. Then it suddenly stopped as store managers started chasing them out of the stores.
@chronic2023 ok.. yeah insane indeed.. I was not old I was 27 years old at the time lol
Ex New Yorker/Manhattanite here who currently lives Rome: Rome is 100% safer than NYC is post Covid. I actually feel more comfortable dressing well (not flashy) than I do in NYC. As a matter of fact, I've never seen so many designer bags even compared to NYC pre Covid. Maybe I'm lucky, or compared to where I came from, Rome feels extremely safe. Dirty, yes. Unsafe, no. My rule anywhere, in any city is never walk around lonely areas and never get into a crowded bus or train. I don't care if I'm late or if someone is waiting for me. I just don't do it. And when in a rush, just take a cab. The FREENOW app is fabulous for cabs.
I've read bad things about the FREENOW app, did you use it alot?
That’s because NYC is diverse just like many shit hole western cities and is therefore dangerous.
I will be traveling the first of February to Rome (for the first time) so I appreciate the information big THANKS 💕
My pleasure! One of the best months to visit Rome. Enjoy!
Thank you for your warnings and tips.
Your close call is almost exactly what happened to me once in New York City, when my phone was stolen. In the winter, I would never take my phone out while on the train. I kept it in my coat pocket, always, with my hand on it. I felt so proud of myself for keeping my phone out of sight. 😊 But when the train stopped, and the doors opened, I took my hand out of my pocket as I stepped onto the platform. During the pushing to get out, someone got their hands on my phone. I didn’t realize I took my hand out of my pocket until after my phone was stolen, and I retraced my steps. It was an unconscious habit. Theft can happen anytime, anywhere, even to careful people.
Oh wow Ronda! So unfortunate! I think I would be more upset about my phone stolen than a wallet. Feels like our entire lives are there. I guess it happens in NYC as well. And it's usually that moment of entering or exiting the train. Crazy. Thank you so much for sharing😘
That happened to me on a Metro in Rome. It's so awful and I am empathetic for your loss.
I think one of the reasons pick pocketing is more common in Europe and Asia is because people have their guards down. Having lived in NYC, SF and Boston I was taught that walking slowly, allowing strangers to invade your personal space and stopping to check your phone all make you easy prey for pick picketers and robbers
"people have their guards down" no, it's the tourists that have their guards down, and the local police just doesn't care
In other words, same as New York, Chicago, LA - except the thugs will throw you on the subway tracks and they won’t even rob you… but I bet IF the thug will rob and assault you the District Attorney won’t even charge the criminal (if they are black) and if you get raped they will just kill you… so???
@@TheGeoDaddy I think you need to be evaluated by a psychologist. You just had a complete emotional derailment
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I'm rewatching to refresh myself. I'm leaving in a week for Rome. I'm actually staying with a local. I am sure they will be very helpful
I am sure! Have the most special time!
I was in Rome 3 weeks ago with my wife and 7 year old son, and we stayed the heart of Rome in walking distance of everything, and we were out late nights and never once did we feel unsafe. We love ❤️ Rome. Can't wait to go back
We are heading to Italy in 3 weeks for our wedding anniversary. Thank you so much for all your videos. They have been so helpful with preparing and helping us look forward to our visit. Thank you for being fabulous yourself!! xo
I am glad you were aware of what was going on and thwarted the thieves. We have been to Italy a number of times and we always fly into Rome and take the train from the airport to Termini station. It is always during the day when we arrive in or out of Termini and never had an issue. We have stayed many times in the Monti neighborhood which we have walked in most cases to our air bnb straight up Via Cavour and then the air bnbs are off that road on Via serpenti, Via dei Fori Imperiali or Via Giovanni Lanza etc. We have also stayed in a few near the Spanish steps which was nice but I preferred Monti more for some reason.I would make sure when booking your Airbnb you make sure of when you will arrive and note when you are allowed to check into your stay. If you get there earlier than check in and they do not let you drop off luggage it may be a good idea to book the first night ( if staying multiple nights) in a hotel so they will hold your bags while you walk around and enjoy the city. Or find a nice cafe or restaurant close to your Airbnb to grab coffee or a meal to kill time before check in. They do have STOW YOUR BAGS locations in Monti but we did not have a great experience with using them. Maybe our fault but I won't bother again lol. Packing light is the best idea as well, not so many large or many bags to keep track of. We have also stayed in Milan recently and felt very safe walking around everywhere there as well. It is a good idea to not acknowledge the people trying to sell roses or bracelets. We love Italy and prefer to travel there over many other places in the world.
Thank you for sharing your experience and tips with the community. Hope, you will be back soon!
Traveling to Rome in May - I’ve watch a few of your videos on the dos and don’ts in Italy. Thanks so much for making them they are very helpful! ❤
Please Be very very careful! Legit scamers are in Rome and they pay police under the table to look the other way. Me and my group including others who didn't travel with us were robbed and pick pocketed by Tour guides, taxi drivers, and even security guards in Rome!!!. Avoiding Street scamers and thieves is the easy part, but avoiding officials who are criminals is nearly impossible and Rome knows it!.
I'm a avid traveler and I've never experienced anything like Rome, and I've been to South America and Africa several times.
PLEASE BECAREFUL IN ROME!
My pleasure Anastasiya (beautiful name ;) Have the most wonderful time in Rome!
I’m going to Rome in April. I’m a native New Yorker, so a lot of your tips I have followed all my life. But thanks for posting, the message can’t be repeated enough!
My pleasure Bernadette! Have the most wonderful time
Please Be very very careful! Legit scamers are in Rome and they pay police under the table to look the other way. Me and my group including others who didn't travel with us were robbed and pick pocketed by Tour guides, taxi drivers, and even security guards in Rome!!!. Avoiding Street scamers and thieves is the easy part, but avoiding officials who are criminals is nearly impossible and Rome knows it!. I saw an article stating wolves in sheep's clothes in Rome.
I'm a avid traveler and I've never experienced anything like Rome, and I've been to South America and Africa several times.
Rome has nice places but
PLEASE BECAREFUL IN ROME!
I watched your videos before going to Italy the first time, what I learned here and in other videos I knew what to watch for. Not only did I spot several of those "scams" I also felt my backpack being pulled a little when there was a crowd and line but they never could get in. Thanks to your videos I bought one of those anti-thief backpacks plus good locks for every zipper. Not only do they have lockable zippers where you can add another lock but they have steel cable in the straps plus they have steel wire mesh inside the main parts making them cut-resistant. That's all I use anymore when walking around the cities.
Oh wow Charlie! Would you mind sharing the name of those anti-thief backpacks or where you got them? They sound like a real deal.
I made 2 replays but they don't show here.
That's strange! Thank you for trying
@@StayFabulousTL Maybe it's because I posted a link to the company so I'll try again without the link The company is called Pacsafe.. They make backpacks, crossbody bags, sling packs, and several accessories. Just search Pacsafe. Hope this works.
Well, it looks like it's working. It's still up this time.
Great advice, and I say that as someone who has traveled solo in Europe and the U.S. for over a decade. I do everything you recommend, and will again when I'm in Rome next week.
A few more suggestions, from having learned the hard way that pickpockets are very, very skilled. Wear a money belt or neck wallet under your shirt, and keep your credit card, cash, and phone in there. A bit inconvenient but much safer than any pocket. Keep some extra cash (20 -30 euros) hidden in a shoe, or moneybelt so if you get pickpocketed you can buy a bus or train ticket back to your hotel. If you wear slacks and put your wallet in your pocket, attach a short chain from a belt loop to a metal ring attached to the wallet (learned that from a NYC cop). If you have a camera, carry it in a daypack rather than around your neck or hanging off your shoulder. Finally, put small locks on every backpack and luggage zipper.
One question, in light of your warning about the Termini area. in your opinion is area along Via Cavour near the Coliseum and Forum relatively safe at night, and in the very early morning? Any other opinions welcome.
Beautiful explanation❤bravo.❤😊😊😊
On our way to Rome now. Same thing in Barcelona just left there yesterday. Stay safe.
I only felt unsafe for a little at Rome when we were coming back from dinner thru a dark street and we saw a couple of guys drinking on a stairway and they were looking at us. I had a couple encounters with people offering help on the train station with our bags and sellers. Annastasia the only reason why I knew what the deals was is because of your videos prior to my trip. Si I thank you for that. ❤
Thank YOU for watching and for the kind words🙏 Happy that you found my videos helpful.
Thanks Anastasia for the advice! I visited Rome in late January and I was lucky not facing such problem. I travelled with wife and 3 children staying in Airbnb apartment near Cipro station. Took a lot of buses, metro and taxis. It was really safe in general. I will probably visit Milan and Venice in the future. Cheers!
Thank you for sharing Nick. Yes, there is so much to see in Italy. Happy travels!
Thank you for sharing your experience in Rome. I lived here in Rome watching this video I'm so sad because some comments they are afraid of going to Rome already.
Be careful when you're exiting a night club/disco late at night in Milan. I can guarantee you 100% that even if there is a crowd, someone will follow you and try to rob you once you're alone if you look 'worthy'
In other words, same as New York, Chicago, LA - except the thugs will throw you on the subway tracks and they won’t even rob you… but I bet IF the thug will rob and assault you the District Attorney won’t even charge the criminal (if they are black) and if you get raped they will just kill you… so???
I'll just take a taxi. Stay off the buses and Trains.
Once again, here are all the important phone numbers for Rome:
112 Emergency
113 State Police
115 Fire Department
118 Urgent and Emergency Medical Service
Stay safe, fabulous people!
These numbers only work if you have a SIM card that includes a voice plan… for all those who depend on WiFi or buy a data plan only their phone will not work for voice calls
Thank you, young lady for this review! We (2 retired Americans) are going to be in Rome in two months. Your agvice is much needed! 😊
My pleasure! Have the most wonderful time!
When I first moved to NYC in 1986 I always carried a 2nd wallet with chump change and expired credit cards… and I was always ready to toss the “package” in one direction and RUN in the other!
Been to Rome 18 times…….everything you said is TRUE…..
Thank you
Watch out for pickpockets. You can't be too careful -- especially on the subway.
You can ask the same about London, Paris, NY or any big cities. They’re all safe if you’re vigilant and sensible!
What a fabulous, informative channel. I love Italy and remember being warned about pickpockets in Naples 12 years ago. Thank you!
Thank you for watching!
These are absolutely fundamental infos for tourists. 👏
Kudos also for the phone numbers in the description.
Thank you!
where are the phone numbers please?
@@conniecotton7150 Click on description.
Good for you for going back to film them! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you!💪
The IMPORTANT phone numbers are great to have on hand. I will put them in my cell phone contacts before I leave for my trip. Thank you!!!
My pleasure Coreen! Have the most amazing trip!
We just got back from Rome and my girlfriend almost got her phone stolen out of her purse on the subway and I'm almost positive that it was the same girl you showed in your video (wearing a face mask with the sleeveless jacket) or at least probably from the same group. She tried to block us for a few seconds as we were trying to get off at our stop and wouldn't get out of the way as we were asking to her move. Once we were off the train, we noticed that my girlfriends purse was unlatched but luckily her phone is difficult to take out from the purse. I wish I watched your video before our trip so we would have been more careful. Thank you for posting videos like this. Rome is amazing but you definitely have to watch out for certain things/people while traveling around the city.
Great video with the necessary information for travelers to really any big city. I have tried to follow these rules since my first trip to London and Paris way back in 2001. Notre Dame was crawling with pickpockets. I have to confess, my daughter and I got stuck at the Spanish Steps with a bracelet guy when we were there in 2006. My husband and I are heading to Rome next month. Your video has given me more information for safety and I am glad we picked a hotel near the Spanish Steps. Now, for the what to wear. Thank you so much for your expertise and tips. Be well.
Thank you for sharing! Happy that you are finding my videos useful. Staying near the Spanish Steps is always a great choice. Have the most special time in Italy!
I travel to Europe often and I know the importance of your messages. I saw many people crying at airport on the stolen of their belongings. My daughter once got her purse intruded in Paris during Christmas time when she was taking photos. I was the first noticed her purse was widely open without her aware of it. Luckily the only thing that was stolen was a little bag of lucky crystals she always carry with her and it's always on the top of everything else. Myself I never wear a purse on my shoulder when I travel. I use the fanny pack that I wear across my shoulders and keep it on my chest, mostly covered by a blazer or a light jacket. The fanny pack is very useful during a trip to hold a passport, all IDs, bank cards and some personal essentials you need during the day. Use a purse only when you're going to a nice dinner or a nice romantic going out for a special occasion. Purse is not safe when you're exploring a place on a trip to Europe. It's a main attraction to thief along with an expensive camera. I don't even take photos with my phone in an unsafe area.
Thank you for all the tips. I appreciate the tip on copying passport and the extra bank card to keep at the hotel.💕
ps: The crimes in Europe are still ways less dangerous than in california or you may be harm or even killed when resisting to criminals. Here in the US, when you get robbed , let go your stuffs to save your life. Am serious.
Thank you for making this video. My wife and I are going to Rome and Orvieto first of March for 2 weeks. Staying close to San Giovanni and, I hope it's a fairly safe area. Last vacation we survived Barcelona. Which, we were told was the pickpocket capital of Europe.
As long as you are aware of the things I mentioned, I'm sure you will be fine. Plus you survived Barcelona haha! Have the most wonderful trip!
Orvieto is beyond safe so you'll be fine.
This is a really good video full of good advice. I have been in Rome many times and fortunately never had any negative experiences but I always take care. I always wear a crossbody bag that I keep in front of me with my hand on the zip at all times. I wouldn’t wear a backpack but anyone who does should never keep money, passports, travel documents, phone etc in it. I’ve stayed in many areas in Rome but my favourite area is around Pza della Rotunda (Pantheon).
Thank you for sharing with the community!
I'm so glad I have found your channel. We are heading to Italy in April and we are booking without an agent so prafternoon etty nervous. I been binge watching your videos all
Happy that you are finding them helpful! And welcome to the channel!
Good advice
Thank you!
I’m going to Rome in March and my hotel is near Termini. I’m a bit nervous now but very thankful for the advice, it’s important to know these things.
Yes, as long as you are aware of these things. I am sure you will have a wonderful trip!
This is such great information. Thanks so much. We're heading to Italy in May and your info is going to be so beneficial. 💚
My pleasure! I am happy that you found it useful
Thankfully in all the times we’ve been to Rome we never had to deal with pickpockets. Not at trainstations metro buses and sightseeing places or late at night. We were having a lot of fun but were also very aware.
What I wanna warn for is taxi drivers who only want cash and some who keep the cab meter running on the arriving place. In the official white taxis! They just try it to rip you off 😂.
So care for exact change and coins if necessary.
Greetings from a Rome addict ❤
Thank you for sharing with the community!
In other words, same as New York, Chicago, LA - except the thugs will throw you on the subway tracks and they won’t even rob you… but I bet IF the thug will rob and assault you the District Attorney won’t even charge the criminal (if they are black) and if you get raped they will just kill you… so???
@@TheGeoDaddy so what is the point of your comment? Short of attention
European cities are far safer than American Cities… primarily because our government promotes violence by ignoring crime as part of the “political” agenda to create a false dependency on - said - government and it sounds like - at worst - in Italy they just lack the resources to counter petty criminal activity… so I’d feel safer traveling there… than here… any day….
Unless you equate tossing your wallet to some petty street thief to getting stab by a thug just for “fun” and the “authorities” ignoring it???
@@TheGeoDaddy 👍🏼
Thanks for the useful travel tips. I will add one: make a copy of all your credit cards and passport that is locked up in the hotel safe and another copy at home.
Excellent tip! Thank you
Wow! Thanks for the tips! Going soon!
My pleasure. Have a wonderful trip!
Excellent tips.. thank you
Thank you for watching!
Thank you for the video!! I’m so excited to go to Rome and found your channel ✨💗
My pleasure! Have a wonderful time in the Eternal City.
I was pick pocketed in Rome right around termini, It was a mother a young girl in her teens and a baby in a baby carriage....They were making motions of needing food, I thought I could not walk by as maybe they were hungry...I gave them change from my front pocket unfortunately my wallet was also in my front pocket....They started to thank me profusely, grabbing on to my arms and forcing me backwards into traffic, I finally yelled at them a loud no, and they took off.....I collected myself and within a few minutes realized that I lost everthing....I had 14 days to go with no money flying out of London....I had even gave them my spare change,,,,Your advise to keep a credit card in your room is sound
Sorry to hear this
I stayed in Prate for three weeks walked everywhere and loved it, went to a soccer game it was awesome.
Happy that you enjoyed yourself!
You make Rome sound like a real bummer of a place.
Thank you very much. I will be in Rome, Florence, and Venice for the first time July 7-14.
Have the most wonderful time!
Thank you for your adwises,they are very usefull.I traveled all across the Italy for years and was lucky enough not to be robbed,but you are right about everything you said.The bigger cities with lots of tourist are like a glue for so many bad people anywhere.What I do not like is that even if there are enought policemans on some location,it seems like they are more paying attention for tourists not to seat on the spanish stairs in Rome,for example,or to not seat on any stairs in Venice(also an example) than to be on hand to protect and help tourists and residents when some robery is happening.They are like it is not there's part of work.So you must take care of yourself all the time,bevare of who is near you.
You are absolutely right. When this whole thing happened at the metro, I asked the guy who works there where was the police and why they were not doing anything about it. He said that the police was aware of what was going on but they just let them be. Sad.
Vary valuable tips indeed. As a Brazilian I joke we have PhD as far as anti-theft measures are concerned.
Hahaha! I hear you.
Thank you for some very good lessons / education. You are brave to film those theives. Its sad the police arent more aggressive about all these scams/cons.
It's really sad. Every time I take a metro, I see them "working."
I just back and it wa sgreat going out for dinner at 11 pm....... and walking alone on streets...... it was amazing
I just visited Rome on november 2023 and I stayed in Hotel California, two blocks away from Termini Station. I found it very safe to walk around even at night since there are many restaurants in the area and a lot of movement. I live in Rio de Janeiro and here is much more "dangerous" to tourists.
Just went to Rome! Italy was completely safe and had a great trip!
Very helpful! Thanks!
Happy that you found it helpful!
Tip for your zips on your backpacks, use a safety pin to secure the zip making it more difficult for the pickpockets, or if possible use a cable tie.
Despite what happened, I am glad they did not get anything from you, nor they also harmed you. My coworker's father wasn't so lucky (some kids blocked his way and got his Ipad in his backpack).
I use a money belt tucked inside my shirt to keep my money, passport and credit cards safe whenever I travel.
There is a video here called amazing walks in Rome, and like what you it is not safe and unfortunately while they were filming something happened. So will remember not to go there at night
Thank you! You are right, it could have been way worse. And hopefully my story and these tips will save someone from having an unpleasant experience in Rome or Italy in general.
Wish I knew this sooner! I'm staying near the termini station with my 15 y/o son. I'll be following your advice. Thank you!
My pleasure, Flor! I am sure you will have an amazing time. I shared these tips so you guys can avoid any unfortunate events. As long as you are aware, you will be fine.
I'm a 55 yr old solo female in Rome for the 1st time. Staying a few blocks from termini and don't feel unsafe. Cab driver told me 48 euros cash for a 13 euro ride, laughed at him and moved on to an honest one (Guess he didn't realize I took a cab there and Google price prior to that. Lol). The only train I'm taking is the fast one to civitavecchia and I paid an extra 5 euros for a 1st class seat. I'll keep close guard on my stuff in the station and on the train for sure!!
Great information!!!
Thank you!
Great, now you've made me nervous about going to Rome in September for our Silver Wedding anniversary trip. Thanks a lot.
Good tip to take photos of all important documents. I do it and I also email them to myself so if my phone is stolen I could access them.
When I traveled with my daughter to Naples, I had a pickpocket experience that fortunately did not succeed. It happened at Napoli Centrale after we disembarked from the train with everyone else and going up the stairs, a group of four men "trapped" my daughter against the wall and tried to get her pursed, but since I was just behind them I held their hand away from the purse, they got startled and scrammed away and sat at a coffee bar close by pretending nothing happened, after we passed them they started yelling at me, we just kept walking away. Luckily it ended right there. I assume something similar could happen in crowded places. If I had been walking next to her they probably could have succeeded
Carlos, that's awful. Thank God you were there. Unfortunately, it does happen, especially around train stations. I am so glad it ended there. Thank you for sharing!
Carlos, throw hot coffee at them, don’t mess with Latinos👍
Grazie Anastasia per i consigli! Just booked tickets for our return this summer and as always, will be extra careful. Si prega di fare attenzione! 💪🏼🙏
Prego Rosa! Complimenti on your Italian. Happy travels!
I'm so glad I have found your channel. We are heading to Italy in April and we are booking without an agent so prafternoon etty nervous. I been binge watching your videos all afternoon
Loved the first one I saw and particularly LOVED this one. Awesome information. Thank you so much.
Thank YOU, Gretel!
Thanks, I have a client going next year so I will make sure that they see this video.
My pleasure. Happy that you found it useful
We went to Rome for first time in September. Five minutes on the subway and my 6' 3" husband was pickpocketed from his front jeans pocket! Three teens hopped on the subway and then hopped off at the next stop with my husband's wallet. Never felt safe after that.
So unfortunate! September is a peak travel season in Rome so thats when pickpocketing at its worst. Thank you for sharing.
Sorry, an adult man should know not to carry his wallet that way. ANYWYHERE!
Hello, thanks for your videos.
I want to tell you about my recent experience with a pickpocket in the subway who stole a little more than two thousand euros from my waistbag.
Until then, I was convinced that it was impossible for someone to steal something from my waistbag.
I spent the weekend in Rome with my family. On Monday 08.05.2023, the plane left for us back home to Slovakia. Around 11:10 am, we (I and my famili) saved luggage in the left luggage office
at the Termini train station in Rome. (There they scanned my ID card). I put a ticket from the „left luggage office“ in my waistbag and i saw that I still had the my money there, in this time.
We wanted to take advantage of the remaining time by walking past the Vatican. Then we moved to a crowded subway and traveled to Ottaviano station. I wanted to pay in the Ottaviano street shop and found, that I didn't have the any money in my waistbag.
Someone has stolen me more than 2000 Eur from my waistbag in the subway. We flew the plane to the Slovak, we did not have the time to deal with the matter.
The next day from Slovakia, I just informally sent an e-mail message about it to e-mail addresses that I randomly found on the Internet (lglaznurp@carabinieri.it, trm38784@pec.carabinieri.it).
Probably not all pickpockets are so skilled that they can steal money from a bag and at the same time leave the documents in the bag there. I had no idea that someone had robbed me. That pickpocket must have been a great professional.
In your opinion, what percentage of pickpockets are so elitely skilled out of the total number of pickpockets at Termini station?
Never use the subway - walk , taxi or Uber. Roma is a great city.
WOW!!!!! Great video. Lot's of wonderful tips. Thank you.
My pleasure Joni!
Wow. I was sure I hear a lot of typical "foreign" advices but nope, brava, those are exactly the same advices I would give. In short, your bag is your lover, always keep it under your eyes, in front of you, if you have to take it off put it on the floor between your legs, never ever loose eye contact. About that hook, I don't know.. I would definitely walk away leaving my bad behind me, that's probably the only thing I wouldn't recommend. I know it might be dirty, but I always put my bag between my feet while eating, sometimes on my knees if not big.
A last thing, anyone coming in Italy (or, actually, everywhere) should follow these good advices, anyway don't think it'll happen everyday, in 30 years in Rome it rarely happen to see someone steal a bag while walking for example, it's pretty safe just be careful and don't attract too much attention ;)
Thank you for sharing!
Iam in rome right now i saw locals lock their bags in buses .yes robbery is very comon here
Unfortunately...
I have seen pickpocketing around the Colosseum in Rome, in Naples, when I travelled to Pompeii Scavi (guys waiting at the end of moving pathways to pickpocket you, as you step-off).
Also in Barcelona near the Segrada Familia.
Beware of unsolicited contact on the street, and anyone holding a newspaper at waist height - they will use it to hide the dipping of your pocket.
I once saw an American catch a pickpocket on a Paris Metro train. The American took back his wallet, beat the pickpocket, grabbed him by his collar and pants waistband, and threw him out onto the platform when the train stopped and the door opened.
As you sow, so shall you reap!
Thank you, very helpful! I am visiting Rome over Easter, and will follow your guidance. I think these guidelines are useful wherever you travel...thank you, again.
My pleasure Roman. Have the most wonderful time!
I went to Italy and didn't have any issues at all. I did make sure to fit in and not look like a tourist, and was always aware of my surroundings.
Thank you for sharing your experience!
@@StayFabulousTL Sto cercando di imparare l'italiano.
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This was so helpful, I will be traveling to Rome in a few weeks. Thank you
My pleasure! Have a wonderful trip!
Thank you for your video, your warnings are very helpful.I am going to Rome in March for a few days and I will try to keep all your advice in mind.
You got it! Have a wonderful trip!
I appreciated and also thank you so much for your valuable advice to the foreign tourists and also your sincerest social responsibility. Keep going on😊
Thank you🙏
Always good to be informed , and have your wits about you . With that said I am a senior lady and travelled on my own to Italy for 2 weeks . One of the best experiences of my life !
This sort of thing happens most places. Having stated that, I was in Rome last month for a week and moving around was just fine. The tips provided to avoid issued advised in the video are good - PAY ATTENTION to and follow them.
Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for sharing such important information on Rome. I truly appreciate your contend and help on it.
My pleasure. Happy that you found it helpful.
I just left Roma days ago, stayed for a week in the center of it all. NEVER did I feel unsafe. What an amazing city and people! That being said, I kept my wallet and phone in front pocket always, and never flashed money or wandered around drunk.
Thank You so much🙏 It’s a very useful reminder … God bless🙌😀
Thank you Ramona! Happy that you found it useful
Very informative. Thank you. Planning to visit next month.
Have a wonderful time!
Good advice,every country in Europe ,you have to be careful😊
Definitely!
this is was super helpful, thank you!
My pleasure!
I have been to Rome many times since 1958
This June we had 2 incidents.. first when trying to get a ticket for the Metro, we were having trouble with our card. A man and woman came up to us and also helped. He used my card to get tickets and noticed I was carrying 3 euros in my hand. He asked if he could have change for a 20. Found out later that he switched it for a forged bill. Next on the metro from St. Peter’s to the Colessium we tried to get on the metro and a young woman was standing directly in front of the door and would not move. She just stood there expressionless and wouldn’t budge. People sitting across from me were telling to to hold my bag closer to me. I then sat next to them and they told me they were pickpockets. Turns out the group got off at the next stop. We later found out that my backpack had been opened slightly as had my daughters Fanny pack. Exactly what you said. Never riding Metro again. Rome is overrun with scammers, filth and crowds. So sorry to see
This just sounds like NYC so I'm sure I'll be right out home when I go to Rome this summer lol
Very good advice. Thank you!
My pleasure!