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Local Customs: Siesta Time
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    • Rome has a siesta time as is usual in Italy and this lasts from around 1 p.m. to about 3:30 or 4 p.m. Most places will close down during this time. Usually stores are open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m from Monday to Saturday and will reopen around 3:30 or 4 p.m. Because of this they usually then stay open until 7:30, 8:00, or even 9:00 p.m. Most shops are closed on Sunday except for the odd barbershops which are open in the morning only. In August a lot of Italy closes for vacation because of the heat.

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    Local Customs: Public Restrooms
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    • Public conveniences are often referred to as water closets (WC). These are usually found near major tourist sites and most have attendants and so a tip is usually expected. However, I found them to be very scarce. Again, keep change because these attendants will expect you to leave at least L200 (or more.

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    Local Customs: Banks
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    • For the most part, banks are generally open from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., then after the afternoon rest period (siesta) from 3 to 4 p.m., and closed all day Saturday and Sunday and on national holidays. Some of the banks keep afternoon hours ranging from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.

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    Local Customs: Weather
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    • The month of August is probably NOT a very good time to visit Italy, especially Rome (and south) because of the excessive heat. Most of Rome chooses to close for the whole month and take their vacation time then. If you have to visit Rome during August, then just be prepared for a lot of things to perhaps being closed. You should check with the different places before travelling to make sure they will be open -- chances are, most will not be.

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    Local Customs: Table Fee
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    • You will find that all bars and restaurants will charge a fee to just sit down in their premises. Apparently this is the equivalent to a tip service. If this happens, then don’t feel expected to tip on top of this. Bars are free to stand at though.

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    lina112 Sat Feb 18, 2006 11:48 UTC
     Very nice page and good information. I can´t wait to my trip to Rome. Lina    		Jim_Eliason Sun Sep 25, 2005 14:19 UTC
     great page Kiwi. I hope to put these tips to use in a few weeks.
    lordvader Sun Sep 25, 2005 09:21 UTC
     Another awesome page, kiwi. great pics that show why you are #1. Very helpful, as I hope to be there in a few months.    		unravelau Tue Oct 5, 2004 14:27 UTC
     A wonderful overview of the romantic city of Rome. Crystal clear photographs and good historical information go toward making this a great page.........thank you.
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