A first view of Rome and the legions of Romans milling about its narrow streets is apt to be overwhelming. A closer look, however, reveals window-shoppers and conversationalists, a busy city of leisurely citizens. Slow your pace, adapt to the relaxed tempo and enjoy the city as the Romans do. Don't be intimidated by the language, a vocabulary of a mere 10 words will win you smiling bravos. Thought the typical Roman business day gives the impression of having little business in it, it actually begins early and ends late.
Romans start their day at the nearest bar.
If you are having coffee at the counter first pay the cashier, then take your receipt to the bar and give your order. Or try to world known cappuccino, half espresso and half milk. Rome's bus service is an efficient one. Tickets are also inexpensive and sold at tobacconists or newspapers stands. A complete list of the bus routes can be found in the yellow pages of the telephone book.