Good map of Rome for the spatially-challenged?
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Good map of Rome for the spatially-challenged?
I have a terrible sense of direction, and I have learned the hard way that when I go to a new city, I need a detailed map that shows everything.
For example, I can't survive in Paris without a Michelin Atlas, or in London without an A-Z. So, I'm trying to figure out the best map to take with me to Rome.
I know there is a Michelin Atlas No. 2038 for Rome, but unfortunately it's out of print. I've found a few copies for sale online, but prices start at well over $50. That seems pretty expensive for a second-hand, pocket-sized, paperback atlas.
People seem to like the Streetwise maps, but I wonder if they are really detailed enough. Also, I'm thinking of vising places like Testaccio and St. Agnes Outside the Walls & St. Constanza, so I'd like something that covers more than just the traditional historic centre.
I can't make do with guidebook maps, or even maps by guidebook companies- I have this big fold-out map that came with a Frommers pocket guide and to me it looks completely useless.
Can anyone suggest a good, highly detailed map of Rome?
Should I just bite the bullet and get the Michelin Atlas?
For example, I can't survive in Paris without a Michelin Atlas, or in London without an A-Z. So, I'm trying to figure out the best map to take with me to Rome.
I know there is a Michelin Atlas No. 2038 for Rome, but unfortunately it's out of print. I've found a few copies for sale online, but prices start at well over $50. That seems pretty expensive for a second-hand, pocket-sized, paperback atlas.
People seem to like the Streetwise maps, but I wonder if they are really detailed enough. Also, I'm thinking of vising places like Testaccio and St. Agnes Outside the Walls & St. Constanza, so I'd like something that covers more than just the traditional historic centre.
I can't make do with guidebook maps, or even maps by guidebook companies- I have this big fold-out map that came with a Frommers pocket guide and to me it looks completely useless.
Can anyone suggest a good, highly detailed map of Rome?
Should I just bite the bullet and get the Michelin Atlas?
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You can email the tourist board of Italy in the USA if you are from the USA. I did that and they sent me great maps and a lot of info.
Be sure to tell them you would like a good map of Rome - one that is easy to follow the streets etc.
http://www.italiantourism.com/enit3.html
Be sure to tell them you would like a good map of Rome - one that is easy to follow the streets etc.
http://www.italiantourism.com/enit3.html
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I thought I had bought a really detailed map of Rome, (I am also spatially challenged) I can't remember exactly which one it was but I know I tried very hard to get a "good" one. However, I still found there are so many tiny streets in Rome that are of course not marked on a map that I still became hopelessly lost. This is fine if you are happy to wander and discover but if you are looking for something specific (like the Bally shoe shop - which to make matters worse had moved!!!) then you get very frustrated particularly in a crazy place like Rome.
Gool luck in your quest, but whichever one you find, still be prepared to get totally and utterly lost!!!
Schnauzer
Gool luck in your quest, but whichever one you find, still be prepared to get totally and utterly lost!!!
Schnauzer
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Hi apres_Londee, I like the Berndston maps also. Very detailed, public transportation is well marked, laminated so no worry about their tearing. I don't have one for Rome however but considering the others I have including for Venice and San Francisco I would imagine their map for Rome would be a good choice.
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We used Streetwise in Rome and never got lost once. It's extremely detailed and while there may be a few tiny streets that are not perfectly represented, it is so close to covering everything you'll never be lost for more than a minute before you find yourself on a street that is on the map.
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Just like your Paris Atlas, and London A-Z, you can get a Stradale di Roma. Exactly the same thing. Far, far more detailed that something like a Streetwise map. The Stradale di Roma is not expensive and you can get one at some place like Feltrinelli.
http://www.lafeltrinelli.it/fcom/it/home.html
When we bought ours, these weren't well displayed, like an A - Z which you can find anywhere. A clerk got it out of a drawer for us. I guess they think a tourist wouldn't need such a detailed map, but we like a map with every nook and cranny.
http://www.lafeltrinelli.it/fcom/it/home.html
When we bought ours, these weren't well displayed, like an A - Z which you can find anywhere. A clerk got it out of a drawer for us. I guess they think a tourist wouldn't need such a detailed map, but we like a map with every nook and cranny.
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Thank you everyone for your help. I really do need to get a compass, it's been suggested to me before.
I think the De Agostini city atlas that tuscanlifeedit suggested is exactly what I need (it sounds silly, but I really do need everything there on the map or else I risk getting confused- and frustrated!)
Would anyone know if the Atlante stradale di città- Roma is available at the airports in London or Rome? I'll be flying from Standsted into Ciampino, and I'd love it if I could have the atlas in my hands before getting into Rome.
It looks like this:
http://tinyurl.com/5aqu8k
I think the De Agostini city atlas that tuscanlifeedit suggested is exactly what I need (it sounds silly, but I really do need everything there on the map or else I risk getting confused- and frustrated!)
Would anyone know if the Atlante stradale di città- Roma is available at the airports in London or Rome? I'll be flying from Standsted into Ciampino, and I'd love it if I could have the atlas in my hands before getting into Rome.
It looks like this:
http://tinyurl.com/5aqu8k