Rome’s ancient ruins and vibrant piazzas unfold on sunbaked cobblestones, where budget travelers savor free gelato at Piazza Navona, watch gladiators’ shadows in the Colosseum’s perimeter, and share hearty plates of cacio e pepe for euros. The Pantheon’s towering dome offers timeless awe without a ticket, while Metro Line A zips you past gelato stands and street artists—live among legends without breaking the bank.