# Locals: Rome Edition — Hidden Gems & Local Guide

> Offline travel guide for Rome with tours, sights, restaurants, and city news. (iPhone/iPad app by Gianluca Di Maggio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locals-rome-edition/id1048874019 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gianluca Di Maggio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1040750224)
- Category: Travel, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 131 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-12-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locals-rome-edition/id1048874019/reviews.md

## What is Locals?

Rome is one of the most visited cities in the world. Most guides will send you to the same places.

Locals: Rome Edition is different.

Created by people who know and love the city, it helps you discover the restaurants, cafés, landmarks, hidden corners, and itineraries that make Rome unforgettable.

Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, you'll find carefully curated recommendations that go beyond the usual tourist checklist.

WHAT YOU'LL FIND

• Hidden gems most visitors never discover
• Exceptional restaurants, trattorias, pizzerias, cafés, and specialty food shops
• Iconic landmarks alongside lesser-known places worth your time
• Curated itineraries designed around different interests and travel styles
• An interactive map to explore the city with ease
• Local insights, practical tips, and editorial recommendations for every place

DESIGNED FOR CURIOUS TRAVELLERS

Every recommendation has been personally selected and researched. No user reviews, no sponsored listings, no endless scrolling—just places genuinely worth visiting.

Whether you're looking for the perfect Roman lunch, a beautiful piazza away from the crowds, or a full day itinerary through the city, Locals helps you experience Rome with confidence.

FEATURES

• Curated recommendations across food, sights, lifestyle, and hidden gems
• Detailed editorial descriptions and local advice
• Interactive city map
• Handcrafted itineraries
• Offline-friendly content after download
• One-time purchase, no subscriptions

Rome has countless stories to tell.

Start with the ones locals would choose.

## Key features

- Famous sights gallery
- Thematic tours by local guides
- City news and updates
- Offline map with GPS
- Restaurant and bar recommendations
- Free to download and use

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Locals: Rome Edition. | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locals-rome-edition/id1048874019/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Very confusing

*2016-11-28, version 1.5.0*

Very confusing to use and you need internet connection to get the most of it. It is not offline as they advertise.

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2016-11-19, version 1.5.0*

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

### 5/5 — From locals!

*2016-11-14, version 1.5.0*

I'm Italian but I don't live in Roma so that's why I downloaded this app. Honestly I didn't expect te be that good, I thought I knew a lot about my history, but I was so wrong! This is an app I will now recommend to all my friends going to the Eternal City.

### 5/5 — Best Rome app in the store

*2016-11-11, version 1.5.0*

Definitely stands out, good job

### 5/5 — Nice app for a great city

*2016-11-11, version 1.5.0*

Recommended for people visiting Rome !

### 5/5 — Really good job

*2016-11-11, version 1.5.0*

Nice work

### 5/5 — Amazing app

*2016-11-11, version 1.5.0*

Amazing app!

### 5/5 — Easy to use and very insightful

*2016-11-11, version 1.5.0*

Great content for basically a free app

### 5/5 — Rome!

*2016-11-11, version 1.5.0*

Love the pictures!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2016-11-11, version 1.5.0*

Really helped me getting around Rome

## Frequently asked questions about Locals

### Does Rome Guide have ads?

Rome Guide does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices is Rome Guide available on?

Rome Guide is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is Rome Guide updated?

The latest version of Rome Guide was released on October 7, 2019. Users can expect updates to maintain functionality and content accuracy.

### What is the age rating for Rome Guide?

Rome Guide has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Can I use Rome Guide without an internet connection?

Yes, Rome Guide features an offline map of Rome, allowing you to find your location and nearby sights via GPS without an internet connection.

### What kind of tours does Rome Guide offer?

Rome Guide offers curated, thematic tours created by local guides, designed to cater to various needs and interests during your visit.

### What is the user rating for Rome Guide?

Rome Guide has an average rating of 3.9 stars from 15 ratings, indicating generally positive user feedback.

### Does Rome Guide offer information on dining options?

Yes, Rome Guide includes hand-picked recommendations for restaurants, pizzerias, bars, and ice-cream shops to enhance your culinary experience in Rome.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2026-07-31

Thank you for choosing Locals! 
This update includes stability improvements and minor bug fixes to make your experience even smoother.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-07-15

Introducing Locals 2.0.

We've completely reimagined the app with a beautiful new design, a smoother experience, and an expanded collection of handpicked places, editorial guides and curated itineraries.

What's new:
• All-new UI and navigation
• Hundreds of updated recommendations
• New editorial content
• Faster performance
• Countless improvements throughout the app

Thank you for exploring Rome with us!

### 1.5.3 — 2019-10-07

** iOS 13 Support **

### 1.5.2 — 2019-10-04

** Now supporting iOS 13 **

### 1.5.1 — 2018-05-25

*** More monuments added ***
*** Improving iPhone X support ***

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