Roaming Around Rome Blog

Want to learn more about Georgia’s Rome? Our writers contribute regularly to this Rome blog. Keep reading to learn about local events, Rome landmarks and our community. Interested in having an event in Rome? Click here to contact the Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau.

John Wisdom Wagon Train returns to Rome, tickets now available

Wagon Train Route The 37th Annual John Wisdom Wagon Train & Trail Ride returns to Rome on Saturday, October 15, 2016 to celebrate the life […]

October 4, 2016

Rome to host 2017 ACC Tennis Championships

The Atlantic Coast Conference announced today that the 2017 Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championships will be played at Rome Tennis Center at Berry College in […]

October 4, 2016

Tourism impact study on Floyd County shows rise in expenditures

Tourism impact study on Floyd County shows rise in expenditures The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) and the U.S. Travel Association have released a […]

September 30, 2016

Haunted History and Ghosts of Rome

As the days count down to All Hallow’s Eve, be wary of unrest from the spirits those long departed. Here in Rome, spirits abound. Most […]

September 30, 2016

Filming Around Floyd County

The state of Georgia is the new go-to place for filming, especially because we offer a little bit of everything. Rome and Floyd County has a good share […]

September 29, 2016

Try This: Linde Marie’s Steakhouse Pasta

Since opening in 2013, Linde Marie’s Steakhouse on the Square has been serving up delicious food to locals and travelers alike. Nestled right on the downtown […]

September 29, 2016

5 Must Attend Festivals in Rome

Fiddlin’ Between the Rivers Festival – Oct. 15 in Downtown Rome Fiddlin’ Fest is a fall celebration in downtown Rome complete with bluegrass music, antique […]

September 28, 2016

City of Rome Clocktower Restoration Work Slated to Begin this Month – Final Fundraisers Planned

Construction work to restore the City of Rome’s iconic clocktower is slated to begin this fall. The Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has […]

September 2, 2016

Fairview School Added to Georgia Register of Historic Places

The Fairview School has achieved another milestone and has been added to the Georgia Register of Historic Places. This designation was bestowed on Friday, August […]

September 1, 2016

5 Things You May Not Know About Visiting Downtown Rome

Downtown Rome is the place to be, here are some tips to help you make the most out of your time. You get the first […]

August 29, 2016