The real Rome at your doorstep. No tourists! (except us...) The Testaccio area is authentic in every way. The nearby square is surrounded by at least a dozen gelato shops which fills the square at night with families and dogs, young and old. And, I really enjoyed my morning capuccino at the Cafe Graffe which borders the square as well. The apartment is stylish and feels real also, a well loved place. There is a little courtyard that's just for the apt and sensing all the life in the building, hearing the Italian and how families live there, enhanced the experience of being in Rome as opposed to the manicured version in many tourist areas. This stay was completely refreshing and made me feel right at home in the heart of Rome. Very conveniently located too although it took a second to grab a taxi but they would eventually show up.