It was our first ever trip to Italy and we had no knowledge of the Pigneto neighborhood. Rome itself is a stark contrast from where we had just arrived from (the Umbria region) and even from the bigger cities of Florence and Venice. After this trip there is no question in my mind that Rome is truly a metropolitan city in every way. Cecilia's apartment in is a fun little neighborhood that puts you in the center of daily Italian life, with all it's color and textures. The apartment we stayed in had a comfortable layout with all the amenities available. high ceilings, a loft space with cozy bedroom, short flight of stairs up, a terrace, huge windows, really made you feel in touch with the location. Handy fridge and fully stocked kitchen make it easy to take home leftovers, or stop by the farmers market just downstairs, the numerous supermarkets just blocks away to have breakfast in before exploring what Rome has to offer. The Metro is literally minutes away and easy to navigate after getting your bearings. We totally felt comfortable with the Metro before we left. So, if you want a comfortable and full experience of Rome, Cecilia's apartment is highly recommended!