This was my first trip in Europe. I would highly recommend Laura's apartment. It is so close to everything great about Rome. My girlfriend and I walked to the Vatican, Colosseum, Trevi fountains and on and on. If you are willing to take in the sights and sounds and people of Rome, walk around. This is perfect location. You can hang out by the river, which offers great food and drink at night . There is a great night ambience just a bit further. I forget the area. (I can't speak Italian). The apartment itself was great. We stayed 6 days and cooked dinner almost every night. There is a mini market very close and a bigger one within 10 minutes. Clean. Cool even during the hot summer days. Laura explained everything to us and it helped a lot. Even willing to call a cab for us when we left, but I managed. All in all a wonderful experience. Thanks Laura.