Rome has made it to the world’s sexiest cities list, and the list of the world’s most expensive cities, meaning there’s plenty of romance in Italy to be had in the capital, but at a price. The first international cities list is from the Sunday Times Travel Magazine, while the second comes from none other than “The Economist“.

Having said that Rome is among the world’s most expensive cities, it’s still not at the top of the rankings. First place in the world’s expensive cities goes to Paris, followed by Tokyo, Oslo and Frankfurt. Moscow and London come in next, while Milan is Italy’s most expensive city, at 12th place in the overall international city rating.

Rome makes it higher up the list for urban sensuality, though, according to the Sunday Times Travel Magazine. We’ve already looked at sexy things to do in Rome, and even romantic things to do in Rome, and there are more suggestions from the Times. Despite the title of “one of Europe’s raunchiest cities”, the paper focuses on more unique and romantic things to do than anything of any red light nature.

Other sexy cities of the world include Paris, New York, Istanbul, Berlin and St Petersburg. While Milan beats Rome hands down for expense, the former doesn’t even appear on the sexy list. Funny that….

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We saw the guide to where to fall in love in Rome, but here is one that might appeal more to your naughty side: 100 sexy things to do in Rome. It’s not just about romance in Rome, or getting married in Italy, it’s more about exploring the sensual, and sometimes seedy, side of the eternal city.

The authors of the guide “100 cose sexy da fare a Roma almeno una volta nella vita“, have done their homework and actually tried most of what you’ll find in the guide. If you’re not reading the guide in Italian, following are a few tips on how to be sexy in Rome.

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Rome has always been considered romantic; whether it be attributed to scenes of beautiful Italian gentleman Marcello Mastroianni in La Dolce Vita, the lamp-post of padlocks, or vague ideas of chequered tablecloths in Italian trattorie, the eternal city has always held a certain fascination for the lovers of the world.

Now a new guide is out on “101 places in Rome where you can fall in love”, written by Valeria Arnaldi and published by Newton Compton. If you’re looking for tips on proposing to your loved one, or where to get married in Rome, this could have a few gems for you.

From more obvious choices such as the Trevi Fountain or the church of San Valentino, to watching the stars from Rome’s rooftops or going to the Villa Celimontana, this is your complete guide to falling in love in Rome. The guide is from the same publishers of “101 things to do in Rome once in your life” and may inspire some of you to popping the question in Rome.

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The legend of the Rome’s love padlocks doesn’t seem to be disappearing in a hurry, even moving from Ponte Milvio to Corso Francia and the confines of a steak house there.

On June 26 at 9pm the first “Lock Date” event will take place. It’s a game for solitary hearts, singles, and people looking for friendship that is becoming popular in the United States. So the Romans are taking it on to see just how it works.

If you’re interested in taking part and want to try out your Italian language skills, go to Stai Manzo in via Antonio de Viti de Marco 52. The game should be simple enough, though you need to book first on the Stai Manzo site. Rules and how to play are currently unkown, the only information available being that each couple will receive a key, and a padlock. For bookings, you can call 0636309259. Have fun!

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