"The idea that Peter never went to Rome has been thoroughly debunked FRiend."
Evidence, please
The evidence is overwhelming. The early Fathers treat to it often. The early Church had a small shrine built over Peter's remains within living memory of his burial, and Christian pilgrims went there from an early date. A book titled "The Bones of St. Peter," by John E Walsh (Image-Doubleday, 1982) gives a compelling yet readable account of this, with lots of sources. Read it for yourself.
Meantime, here is a smattering of the early Church's witness to St. Peter's ministry and martyrdom in Rome:
http://www.catholic.com/library/Peter_Roman_Residency.asp