Tours on your own- tips/suggestions

[samavarcruiser]

Precautions to avoid thieves

and pickpockets in Italy

 

I prefer to follow my own planned itinerary and I love to do the things on my own, my suggestion

 

Pay attention to where you are and who is around you. I realize this is kind of hard the first time you see the Colleseo or St. Peters (wow moments!). But pickpockets are watching YOU watching the Colleseo, etc. they notice when you're distracted and take advantage. Don't leave your bag hanging wide open anywhere. Keep your pockets empty and your moneybelt on. Be particularly aware on the metro, trains or on buses - wear your backpack on your front, keep your hands on it at all times. If a gypsy tries to help you buy metro tickets, she's probably not being "helpful" to anything but your pockets. I will say the only place in Italy I felt concerned about pickpockets was Rome, and that was in the crowded areas (metro, train, tram, and in St. Peters). Also be aware that pickpockets aren't always dressed poorly - they have been known to wear dress suits.

 

- Train Station Experience

http://community.iexplore.com/planning/journalEntryFreeForm.asp?JournalID=18403&EntryID=11777&n=Pickpockets%20and%20Thieves%20in%20Rome&t=

 

- Trevi Fountain - YouTube

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVqg-T1m68

[Palina]

This is great info,I heard of pickpockets on the Civitavecchia to Rome train,

It is a good idea to be aware when using public transportation.

[samavarcruiser]

This is great info,I heard of pickpockets on the Civitavecchia to Rome train,

It is a good idea to be aware when using public transportation.

 

Being careful is enough :)