Paris and Rome both attract a lot of tourists every year, and both are considered by many to be the “capital of romance and cuisine”. A stay in Paris can be very different from a stay in Rome, however.
In this article, we’ll give you details about both cities to help you decide which of these “stars” is right for your next vacation.
➡️ See you at the end for the final results!
Weather
Here’s a table that compares the weather in Paris and in Rome.
You can see each city’s average temperatures in January, April, July, and October, average rainfall, and sunshine rate (the number of hours of sun per year).
| Paris | Rome | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Annual Temperature | 11.7°C / 53°F | 16.3°C / 61.3°F |
| Average Temperature in January | 4.3°C / 39.7°F | 11.5°C / 52.7°F |
| Average Temperature in April | 10.7°C / 51.3°F | 16.5°C / 61.7°F |
| Average Temperature in July | 17.7°C / 63.9°F | 26.5°C / 79.7°F |
| Average Temperature in October | 12.6°C / 54.7°F | 16.5°C / 61.7°F |
| Average Rainfall | 720 mm | 870 mm |
| Sunshine Rate | Around 2,000 or 2,100 | Around 3,345 |
Rome is known as a sunny city with high temperatures even though it rains frequently during wintertime.
The weather in Paris is a little less pleasant, but the climate is a little more temperate.
For more information, here’s a website (in French) that sums up the weather data for each city.
Our Pick:
+ 1⭐ for Rome
(Rome’s highest temperatures are approximately 5.7°C (42.3°F) higher than Paris’).
Size
Here’s a surface area recap table for Paris and Rome.
Rome has a much larger surface area than Paris with only a slightly larger population. Therefore, the number of inhabitants per km² is much smaller.
| Paris | Rome | |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Area | 105 km² | 1,285 km² |
| Population | 2.161 million | 2.873 million |
| Density (Inhabitants/km²) | 20,641 | 2,213 |
Our Pick:
+ 1 ⭐ for Rome
(The population density is much smaller, which makes strolling around easier.)
Cleanliness
Paris
Paris isn’t known for being the cleanest city.
Thanks to the graffiti on the walls, the trash on the streets, the dog excretion throughout the city, and the subway’s dirtiness, the city is usually perceived as stained.
But just as in any big city, the cleanliness depends on the part of the city you are in.
Tourist areas like the Champs Elysées are cleaned by private service providers and are given priority over other parts of the city.
Rome
Rome isn’t a paragon of cleanliness either.
This fact has become increasingly visible in the last few years. The government’s recent fight against organized crime has impacted both the perception of Rome’s cleanliness and its actual cleanliness.
Many contracts with cleaning companies were terminated during the legal battles, which has led to terrible looking streets.
Dumpsters are filled to the brim and trash can be found all over the streets. But, thankfully, tourist areas (Trastevere, Centro Storico, Ostie…) have been largely unaffected.
Our Pick:
+ 1⭐ for Paris
(In general, the City of Lights is a little bit cleaner.)
Courtesy of the Locals
Paris
Paris’ fame has nothing to do with its inhabitants’ friendliness or kindness.
Parisians are usually described as impolite and unfriendly.
Rome
Romans are perceived as friendly, easy-going, and full of heart.
There are some exceptions, of course, but overall they are sympathetic and welcoming.
Our Pick:
+ 1⭐ for Rome
(For the smiles and the dolce vita)
Cost of living
Here’s a table that shows the average cost of living (food, housing, transportation, etc.) in both cities.
| Paris | Rome | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | ||
| 1 L of whole milk | €1.29 | €1.38 |
| 1 kg of tomatoes | €2.81 | €2.50 |
| 1 kg of apples | €3.21 | €2.20 |
| A Big Mac at McDonald's | €4.30 | €4.30 |
| Lunch in the business district | €17 | €12 |
| Cappuccino | €3.39 | €1.50 |
| Clothing | ||
| A pair of branded sports shoes | €106 | €87 |
| A pair of jeans (Levi’s or similar brands) | €93 | €75 |
| Transportation | ||
| 1 L of gas (in 2022) | €2.01 | €2.01 |
| A subway ticket (one fare) | €1.90 | €1.50 |
| Price for a week | Pass Navigo from €22.80 | Integrated Weekly Card (Biglietto Settimanale CIS) from €24 |
| Daytime travel by cab during weekdays | minimum price: €6 waiting time: €37.46 price/km: €1.09 pick-up: €4.18 | minimum price: €3 waiting time: €27 price/km: between €1.10 and €1.60 pick-up: €3.80 |
| Nighttime travel by cab during weekdays | minimum fee: €6 waiting time: €37.46 price/km: €1.38 pick-up: €4.18 | minimum fee: €6.50 waiting time: €27 price/km: between €1.10 and €1.60 pick-up: €3.80 |
| Uber ride | price/km: €1.05 pick-up: €1.20 | price/km: €1.20 pick-up: €5 |
| Hygiene necessities | ||
| Toothpaste | €2.09 | €1.95 |
| Deodorant | €5.16 | €2.35 |
Our Pick:
+ 1⭐ for Rome
(The cost of living in Italy is 9.7% less than it is in France)
Public Transportation
Buses and Subways in Paris
In Paris, the subway has 16 lines and 302 stops, and one fare costs €1.90.
During the week, the first subway leaves at 5:30 am and the last one is around midnight. On Fridays and during the weekend, the subway runs until 1 am.
Parisian buses have 316 lines and over 12,000 stops.
The city is divided into areas, and each area has its own prices.
The city’s public transportation service offers several different packages that allow you to ride any kind of public transportation: the subway, RER, buses, the tramway, and trains.
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- For example, with a Navigo monthly or weekly travel pass, you can travel as much as you want in all of your chosen zones. The Navigo Weekly’s price starts at €19.85, and the Navigo Monthly starts at €65.20.
- The Navigo Liberté + pass costs €1.49. What is great about this ticket is that it has a daily cap of €7.50, which means that no matter how many times you travel, at the end of the day, you will never pay more than €7.50.
- For visitors who want to travel as much as they want for one to five days, the Paris Visite travel pass is perfect. With this pass, the price for a one day pass starts at €12, 3 days starts at €26.65, and 5 days starts at €38.35.
Buses and Subways in Rome
In Rome, the subway is composed of 3 lines, which is a lot fewer than most other large European cities:
- Line A (the orange line) goes from western Rome, near the Vatican, to the working-class suburbs of southeastern Rome.
- Line B (the blue line) travels across the city from the northeast to the southeast.
- Line C (the green line) covers all of eastern and southeastern Rome.
The subway runs from 5:30 am to 11:30 pm (last departure) during the week and from 5:30 am to 1:30 am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Several different subway tickets are available:
- The Roma 24 Hour Ticket (€7) gives you unlimited access to all public transportation for 24 hours starting from the time you punch it.
- The Roma 48 Hour Ticket (€12.50) gives you the same benefits as the 24 hour ticket, but for 48 hours starting from the time you punch it.
- The Roma 72 Hour Ticket (€18) gives you unlimited access to public transportation for 72 hours starting from the time you punch it.
- The Integrated Weekly Card (Biglietto Settimanale CIS – €24) is a ticket that you can use for an entire week starting from the time you punch it on all public transportation without restrictions.
Rome also has 240 bus lines and 6 tramway lines. One fare costs €1.50.
The main lines run from 5 am to midnight, and the night bus starts running at 5:30 pm.
You can distinguish between the different bus lines by the letters that they display. The letter U represents a standard bus, the letter X is for an express bus, the letter E is for a bus that only runs at specific hours (these are rarely seen in the city), and the nocturnal lines are marked by the color black.
CAUTION: Tickets can’t be purchased on the bus. You have to purchase them beforehand at a train or subway station or at a tobacco store.
➡️ We encourage you to download the Moovit app (available in French) in case you get lost. It will help you find a bus stop and allow you to see the time schedules of the buses.
Summary table of the buses and subways in each city:
| Paris | Rome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of lines | - 16 subway lines - 316 bus lines (with the RATP) | - 3 subway lines - 240 bus lines |
| Number of stops | - 302 subway stops - 12,000 bus stops | - 75 subway stops - 8,260 bus stops |
| Price for a subway fare | From €1.90 | From €1.50 |
| Price for a bus fare | From €1.90 | From €1.50 |
| Weekly pass | Navigo Pass from €19.85 | Integrated Weekly Card (Biglietto Settimanale CIS) from €24 |
| Monthly pass | - Navigo Liberté + pass: each fare costs €1.49 but the daily cap is of €7.50 - Navigo pass: from €65.20 | From €35 |
Bicycles in Paris
Vélib’ is a bicycle rental system in Paris. There are 1,400 stations and approximately 20,000 bicycles, 35% of which are electric. Several different passes are available for this service:
- The Pass V-Découverte (valid for 24h) and the Pass V-Séjour (valid for 7 days) each allow you to use up to 5 Vélib’ simultaneously.
- For local users, other passes like the V-Plus are available.
Here are the prices of the different passes:
- Pass V-Découverte and Pass V-Séjour: For a 30-minute ride, you will pay less than €1. To extend your ride to 60 minutes, you will pay an extra €1 or €2. Beyond 60 minutes, you pay an additional €1 or €2 for every 30 minutes.
- The bike rental costs €5 with a Pass V-Découverte and €15 with a Pass V-Séjour.
Bicycles in Rome
The city does not provide bicycles.
You can, however, find companies who offer rental bicycles and scooters. You generally just have to download the company’s app, scan the QR code, and pay (usually by the minute).
The longer you use a bike, the more expensive it is (with the LIME bicycles, 25 minutes can cost up to €7.50). If you want to go on a long ride, renting a bicycle might not be the best option.
The most popular bicycle rental companies in Rome are Dott, LIME, and JUMP.
Our Pick:
+ 1⭐ for Paris
(Public transportation is more present and more advantageous in Paris.)
Activities
Paris
Paris has more than 150 museums, 70 public libraries, 400 cinemas, and approximately 130 theaters.
Museums
Even though some museums are free (the Musée d’Art Moderne, the Maison de Balzac (does not include exhibitions), and the Maison de Victor Hugo), you will need to pay to visit most of them.
Discounted entry fees are available to certain people, including people between 18 and 26 years old, students, and owners of the “Paris Pass Famille” or “Famille nombreuse” cards. Minors under the age of 17, jobseekers, and people who receive minimum social benefits can access the museums without purchasing tickets.
(Click here for further information).
Here is a list of museums in Paris that are definitely worth visiting:
The Louvre Museum: with a surface area of 210,000 m², the Louvre is the biggest museum in Paris. Discover the eight different areas of the museum, including Egyptian Antiquities, Sculptures, and Works of Art. Every period and almost every era are represented. Take your time and admire the famous Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, or the Louvre’s Pyramid.
Price: €15. Conditions for free access are given here.
The Grévin Museum is home to 200 celebrity-inspired wax figures. Take a closer look at Lady Gaga, Louis Armstrong, George Clooney, Barack Obama, or even Charles de Gaulle.
Price: between €17 and €25 per ticket.
The National Museum of Natural History is the perfect mix of museums, galleries, gardens, and zoos. Discover the Garden of Plants for free, the Museum of Mankind for €10, or the Paris Zoological Park for €20.
Price: free, €10, or €20 (depending on the areas you visit)
The Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie is full of interactive exhibitions. In this museum, you can take part in experiments centered around volcanoes, the oceans, and space.
Price: around €8
Historical Monuments
In Paris, there are many different historical monuments to visit. The Eiffel Tower is perhaps the most famous of them.
Price: between €10.50 and €26.10
You can also admire the Arc de Triomphe at the top of the Champs Elysées on the Place de l’Etoile.
Price: €13
We also recommend visiting the Notre-Dame de Paris’ Cathedral, the Sacré-Coeur de Montmartre Basilica, or the Pantheon (prices start at around €11.50).
Stores
In Paris, most stores are open from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm, Monday to Saturday. Some of the larger stores like the Galeries Lafayette or Printemps stay open until 8 or 8:30 pm. There aren’t many stores open on Sundays; the only ones that are open are on the Champs Elysées or in tourist areas (these are generally open from 11 am to 7 pm).
With 3,500 international brands in a 70,000 m² shopping center, the Galeries Lafayette is one of the must-visit shopping places in Paris. In addition to numerous boutiques (both luxury and more affordable ones), you will find restaurants and cultural events.
And don’t forget about the luxury shopping center Printemps Haussmann, which is spread across 3 buildings and 27 floors!
Theme and Amusement Parks
If you’re looking for to have some fun, there are many different theme parks in and near Paris: the Parc Astérix, the Mer de Sable with its Wild West feel, and Disneyland Paris.
Rome
Rome is home to more than 18 museums and around 1,400 theaters.
Museums
Here are a few of the museums we recommend visiting:
The Vatican has been the heart and soul of Christianity for over 1,500 years. In addition to having great historical importance, the Vatican Museums house tens of thousands of stunning works of art that were created over the centuries.
Price: €17
Rome is also home to one of the biggest art collections in the world: the Capitoline Museums. These museums aren’t just tied to Rome’s history; they also played a part when the EU (the European Communities) were first founded.
Price: €15
The MACRO (Museum of Contemporary Art of Rome) is the perfect place to view stunning pictures and artwork from the 1960’s.
Price: free, except for some temporary exhibitions
The Colosseum and the Roman Forum are some of the most popular tourist destinations in Rome. The Colosseum, where gladiators once fought, is a well-known symbol of the city, while the Roman Forum proves how big the city was during the days of the Ancient Empire. These areas have been central to people’s lives for millennia. Even today, the ruins stand strong and seem to be located right where downtown used to be.
Price: €12
Historical Monuments
Trajan’s Market was built between 107 and 110 AD. The complex had offices, warehouses, and stores and was Roman citizens’ favorite place to shop and do business.
Price: €15
The Palais Altemps (link in French) is one of the four buildings of the National Roman Museum. Dating back to the 16th century, the Palazzo is a unique site in itself. The loggia, the stunning indoor court, the paintings on the walls, and the baroque-style church (that takes visitors back in time) all contribute to its astonishing beauty.
Price: €10
Stores
Most stores in Rome are open from 10 am to 2 pm and from 3 pm to 7 pm from Monday to Saturday (the stores on the main streets don’t have mid-afternoon closures). Most of the stores and shopping centers are also open on Sundays.
The Via del Corso is probably the busiest street in Rome. It extends from the Piazza Venezia to the Piazza del Popolo.
Here you will find some of the most famous brands like Zara, H&M, and Mango alongside smaller and more affordable Italian stores.
The Monti district is perfect for people who are interested in a vintage feel. You will find vintage stores and thrift stores as well as craftsmen and designers from whom you can purchase atypical clothes and accessories. The prices are usually pretty high, but the beauty of such unique pieces is definitely worth it.
You can also take a stroll around the historic center of Rome, which has no lack of stores.
Theme Parks
Cinecittà World focuses on the cinematic world and is the biggest theme park in Italy with a surface area of 140 hectares.
In this park, you’ll experience complete immersion: reliving scenes from the greatest movies (Gangs of New-York, Ben-Hur, or even Dante’s Inferno), visiting a submarine from the Second World War, passing by movie projections, and enjoying thrill rides.
The park is open from March to November.
Price: from €15 to €35
Our Pick:
+ 1⭐ for both Paris and Rome
(Both offer a wide selection of heritage sites, museums, and activities.)
Food
Paris
Talking about Paris without mentioning its cuisine is impossible. The French capital is considered an place of elite eating due to the many Michelin-starred restaurants it contains (around 115 restaurants).
If you want to try some of Paris’ specialties, here are a few dishes you should definitely taste:
- The croque-monsieur or croque-madame: this oven-baked sandwich consists of a slice of ham placed between two pieces of buttered sandwich bread and a layer of grated cheese. The only difference between the two is that a croque-madame has an egg on top.
- The tournedos Rossini is a piece of red meat served on a slice of toast with a slice of foie gras and slivers of truffles.
Paris is also known for its variety of pastries. Here are a few that are worth trying:
- The millefeuille is made from a puff pastry and pastry cream and can be recognized by its chevron glaze.
- The opéra is made with Joconde biscuits (similar to a sponge cake), coffee, and chocolate buttercream.
- The Saint-Honoré is made with pie crust and cream puffs and is topped with caramel and either pastry cream or whipped cream.
If you’d like to try some Parisian restaurants, there is something on this list that will suit every personality and every budget:
- L’Archimède is located near the Saint-Martin Canal and offers some of the most refined French dishes (like beef filet or sea bream) at very reasonable prices.
Price: around €30
- La Gazette (link in French) in the 16th arrondissement serves a variety of French dishes. For your main course, you can choose between a salmon filet and a rib steak. You can also taste mixed berries pavlova or a poached William pear for dessert.
Price: around €40
- At Le Loulou Montmartre, you can admire Paris’ rooftops while savoring black pudding with apple and cinnamon, duck with butternut and maple syrup, or roasted Camembert with honey.
Price: around €20
- The restaurant Le Jules Verne is located on the Eiffel Tower’s second floor and allows you to enjoy Chef Frederic Anton’s finest creations.
Price: from €35 to €230
If you want to have one of the best pastries in Paris, here are a couple places you should try:
- At the Pâtisserie des Martyrs de Sébastien Gaudard (link in French), you can discover sweet and tasty pastries like religieuse (cream puffs), eclairs, or caramelized choux.
- The Pâtisserie Stohrer is the oldest one in Paris, making it the perfect place to savor traditional pastries like rum babas.
Rome
With dishes like pasta, pizza, mozzarella di buffala, risotto, carpaccio, arancini, cheeses, and much more, Italian cuisine is one of the finest in the world. Italy has as many specialties as it has regions (if not more).
If you visit Rome, there are a few dishes you shouldn’t miss out on:
- Pizza Bianca: originally called “panis focacius”, this dish is made with pizza dough that has been seasoned with herbs, soaked in olive oil, and baked in a traditional oven.
- Carciofi alla Romana: Rome is known for the quality of its artichokes, and it is common to see dishes with artichokes in them. In this traditional dish, artichokes are stuffed and cooked in a pan with wine.
- Paste alla Carbonara: in Rome, carbonara sauce is traditionally drizzled over penne pasta, not spaghetti.
- Paste Bucatini all’Amatriciana: this recipe comes from a nearby mountain region and is named after the city Amatriciana. The pasta is served with tomatoes, smoked pork belly, and grated pecorino.
Rome also has some well-known desserts that you should try:
- The most famous of all is Tiramisu. It’s the perfect mix of mascarpone cream, cocoa, and coffee. To taste the absolute best tiramisu, try the one from Pompi (website in Italian).
- Crostata di Ricotta comes from the Judeo-Roman tradition. This traditional ricotta pie is exquisite, especially the one from Forno Boccione (website in French).
- Pasticcini are the cute little cookies that Italians usually eat on Sundays. They are traditionally made with almonds, but nowadays many different flavors of pasticcini can be found.
- Torrone Romano: this Roman nougat is even more delicious than French nougat. It is made with pistachios, almonds, pine nuts, and chocolate.
- Gelato is Rome’s number one must-eat treat. Any good tourist will spend a little time strolling the streets with a gelato in hand. For the most authentic gelato, we recommend Giolitti.
If you want to eat in a Roman restaurant, this list has something to suit every personality and every budget:
- The Carbonara (website in Italian): this restaurant near the Via Panisperna will tickle your taste buds. You can choose from several copious meals – the fresh pastas and the tiramisu are said to be especially delicious. Just be sure to arrive before 8 pm to ensure that you can get a table!
Price: from €25 to €30
- The Taverna dei Fiori Imperiali: located in the Via della Madonna dei Monti, this restaurant is a family business. From the kitchen to your table, you’ll discover top-quality Roman cuisine. The carbonara pastas served are quite unique!
Price: from €15 to €30
- The Agrodolce (website in Italian) is located right next to the Fontaine de Trévise and is so famous that you need to book a table in advance. Its cuisine is considered top-notch in Rome, its prices are very affordable, and the friendly and romantic atmosphere is superb.
Price: from €15 to €25
- The Taverna Angelica is located right next to the Vatican and will help you avoid all the nearby tourist traps. It has a charming terrace and its food, particularly the truffle risotto and the clam pasta, is simply delicious.
Price: from €30 to €50
- Pizza e Mozzarella (website in French) is THE place if you want to eat great pizza. Ideally located next to the Panthéon, it is the perfect place to appreciate the city’s monuments and food all at once.
Price: €13 for 3 slices of pizzas and 2 drinks
Our Pick:
+ 1⭐ for both Rome and Paris
(You can find many dishes and restaurants in both cities, however, it seems like the ones in Rome are a little more expensive than the ones in Paris).
Hotels
Here is a table summarizing the hotels in Paris and in Rome:
| Paris | Rome | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of hotels | Around 1,600 | Around 1,200 |
| 1-star hotel average price (per night) | €80 | €77 |
| 3-star hotel average price (per night) | €113 | €102 |
| 5-star hotel average price (per night) | €442 | €325 |
If you wish to compare individual hotels’ prices, you can use this French website to do so.
Paris
Here are a few of the best affordable hotels in Paris:
- The Hôtel des Batignolles (3-star hotel) is located near the Montmartre district.
Price: from €55
- The Hôtel Clairefontaine (3-star hotel) is near the Paris-Montparnasse train station. The hotel’s common room is a perfect place for tourists to gather.
Price: a Double Room starts at €70 (during off-peak seasons) or €80 (during high seasons)
- The Hôtel du Maine (2-star hotel) is located near the subway station.
Price: from €75
Here are some of our favorite high-end hotels in Paris:
- The Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme (5-star hotel) is located near the Opera. You’ll get to enjoy a tasty meal at the Michelin-starred restaurant Le Pur during your stay.
Price: from €689
- The Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal (5-star hotel) is located in the 1st arrondissement near the Louvre Museum. Some rooms have a private balcony and you’ll have access to a spa area and a gym.
Price: from €370 (during off-peak seasons) or €420 (during high seasons)
- The Renaissance Paris Vendôme Hôtel (5-star hotel) is located next to the Jardin des Tuileries and the subway. Some of the rooms have a private balcony, and you’ll have access to a fitness center.
Price: a Double Room starts at €350
Rome
In Rome, just like in many capitals, hotels can be a bit pricey. Here is our list of hotels that will fit any budget.
Here are our favorite hotels that are a bit more affordable:
- The Nerva Boutique Hotel is within walking distance of the Piazza Venezia and the shopping street of Via Del Corso. This hotel is probably one of the friendliest you will find.
Price: from €59
- Boutique Hotel Campo de’ Fiori is the perfect romantic hotel. The terrace is decorated with wicker furniture and offers a panoramic view of Rome.
Price: from €47
- The Generator Rome is located near the Termini station and is one of the classiest hostels to stay at.
Price: from €47
- The Hotel Modigliani is one of the most popular affordable hotels in the Piazza Barberini district of Rome’s historic center.
Price: €117
Here is our list of more luxurious hotels in Rome:
- Hotel 87 eighty-seven: located five minutes away from the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and the Quirinale Palace, this hotel is perfect if you can’t choose between relaxing in a hot tub or on a terrace. If neither the hot tub or the sauna are your cup of tea, you can try the thalassotherapy tub.
Price: from €137
- Villa Agrippina Gran Meliá: located 10 minutes away from the Trastevere district and 800m away from Saint-Peter’s Basilica, this place is ideal for sunbathing on a deckchair near a large pool. You can relax in one of the hotel’s two pools. One of them is in a huge garden and has a hydromassage option.
Price: from €499
- Le St. Regis Rome: this historical palace from 1894 was the first luxury hotel in Rome. It is a 15-minute walk away from the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain and is near the Piazza della Repubblica.
Price: from €552
- Hotel Vilòn: next to the Borghese Palace, this boutique hotel was an all-girls school during the 16th Century. The Art Deco features of the hotel make it a wonderful safe haven.
Price: from €658
Our Pick:
+ 1⭐ for Rome
(Overall, the value for the money is better in Rome than in Paris.)
Airbnb
Paris has more Airbnbs available than any other city in Europe. You will find around 60,000 accommodations in Paris compared to around 25,000 in Rome.
Most of the Airbnbs in both cities are condos, but you can always find houses as well.
Paris
If you’re looking for good accommodations at a very reasonable price, here are a couple of the best:
- This contemporary and simply decorated condo is located in the 18th arrondissement.
Price: from €88
- This private room with a big terrace is only a few kilometers away from the Eiffel Tower!
Price: from €60
If you prefer a little more privacy, here are a couple independent accommodations:
- This colorful but minimalistic studio isn’t too far from the Grands Boulevards.
Price: from €133
- This renovated condo has a cozy atmosphere and is located in the 5th arrondissement.
Price: from €170
Rome
Here are a couple of affordable Airbnbs in Rome:
- This independent studio is located in downtown Rome. It can accommodate up to two people and is usually booked by couples who are looking for cozy romance.
Price: from €89
- This simply designed loft offers a stunning view of the mountains.
Price: from €92
If you prefer staying in an independent Airbnb to maintain your privacy, here are some of our favorites in Rome:
- This vintage house is nestled in the Trastevere district and is perfect for two people.
Price: from €144
- This condo is located near the Trevi Fountain and has a terrace, making it the perfect place for couples.
Price: from €197
- This luxurious condo can welcome up to six people and is probably the fanciest Airbnb you can book in Rome (to book it, you have to stay at least two nights).
Price: from €126
Our Pick:
+ 1 ⭐ for Paris
(There are many more Airbnbs in Paris, allowing you to stay somewhere that gives you a good value for your money regardless of your budget.)
Rome vs Paris: 🏆 And The Winner Is…
Here’s a score table of the stars that were handed out in this article:
Paris: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rome: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
When it comes to history, heritage, activities, and food, each of these capitals has more than enough.
However…
It seems that, overall, Rome has better weather and a lower cost of living than Paris. Yes, there is less public transportation and housing, but the fact that Rome is less crowded makes the atmosphere of the city more enjoyable and therefore offers a better quality of life.
The only negative point we really noticed is the cleanliness of the city. On this point, the City of Lights wins over the City of Seven Hills.
If you need help deciding which city to visit between Paris and London, click here!
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