http://www.filmsite.org/roma.html

Background on themes in the 1953 film.    Excerpt:  "The film's bittersweet story is a charming romantic-comedy, a kind of Cinderella tale in reverse (with an April-October romance). A runaway princess (Hepburn) rebels against her royal obligations and escapes the insulated confines of her royal prison to find a 'Prince Charming' commoner - an American reporter (Peck) covering the royal tour in Rome. The story was reportedly based on the real-life Italian adventures of British Princess Margaret."

http://www.slowtrav.com/italy/rome/vs_roman_holiday.htm

Locations for scenes in the film.  "If you're ready to step into a timeless classic and set off on your own Roman Holiday, the tour begins at Piazza di Spagna."  --Walking tour by Valerie Schnieder.

http://www.starpulse.com/Movies/Roman_Holiday/Reviews

Review: Rating: * * * *
Excerpt: "With Audrey Hepburn at her most appealing, Gregory Peck at his most charismatic, and Rome at its most photogenic, Roman Holiday remains one of the most popular romances that has ever skipped across the screen."

http://www.filmsondisc.com/Features/roman/romanholiday.htm

"'Roman Holiday': Touring Rome with movies in mind" by Stuart J. Kobak.
Excerpt:  " . . . when I call this jaunty article 'Roman Holiday,' I don't think I am lifting the title from the creators of that wonderful movie, but instead it is meant as an homage to Hollywood's creative juices at their most charming. This is my 'Roman Holiday,' joined together with the many views of the ancient city that Hollywood has conjured for film lovers."