"It would be difficult to recommend a more serviceable volume."—The Italian Times.
"The guide is pleasant reading even by the fireside."—American Register.
"Best, newest, and cheapest guide to Rome."—The News.
"One great merit of Mr. Forbes's book is that he deals with his subject in a business-like way. He briefly states what he knows about it, without indulging in any rhapsodies or gushes of sentiment, or suggesting to his readers what thoughts ought to surge up in their mind as they gaze upon any given scenes or monuments."—Saturday Review.
"The volume is profusely illustrated, and is incomparably the most valuable guide to Rome and its antiquities."—Christian Union.
"With its limp cover and pictures, it will be found a very handy pocket volume to walk about with."—The Guardian.
"It deserves commendation for two very conspicuous merits. It is the work of an author who thoroughly understands his subject, and it is remarkably direct and simple in style."—Scotsman.
"The traveller or resident in the city will find the book of solid and constant value."—Boston Congregationalist.
"This is a very interesting work, by the well-known archæologist and lecturer, Mr. Forbes, who gives the reader the benefit of his thorough knowledge and familiarity with the subjects on which he writes. A stranger visiting Rome, who desires to see, if not all, at least as many wonderful sights as his time will permit, cannot do better than peruse Mr. Forbes's book, which will enable him to see much more in a less time and with greater benefit to himself than if he trusted to the guidance of some of the numerous cicerones with which the Eternal City is infested."—Travel.
"'Rambles in Rome' will prove a friend in need and indeed to all who contemplate visiting the Eternal City."—Musical Herald.