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A Roman Adventure: 4 Days of History, Art, and Cuisine

Selene Sue Moreno

Selene Sue Moreno

16 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and delectable cuisine. Explore the Borghese Gallery, Piazza di Spagna, and Piazza del Popolo on Day 1. Immerse yourself in contemporary art at MAXXI and 20MQ Design & Derivati on Day 2. Witness the grandeur of the Colosseum, Pantheon, and St. Peter's Basilica on Day 3. Indulge in authentic Italian dishes at Osteria delle Commari and discover the wonders of the Vatican Museums. Conclude your adventure with visits to Castel Sant'Angelo, Trevi Fountain, Baths of Caracalla, and Elleniko on Day 4. Get ready for an unforgettable Roman experience!

Trip to Rome

Day 1
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$40

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$ 7

Borghese Gallery and Museum
Villa housing 15th- to 18th-century artworks with pieces by Bernini & Caravaggio. Booking essential.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$40
10 - 12 min

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Piazza di Spagna
Refined 18th-century square, location of the Spanish Steps & the Church of Trinità dei Monti.
10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Piazza del Popolo
Grand, landmark square centered by Rome's oldest obelisk & the site of the city's northern gate.
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Piazza Navona
Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.
2:40 PM - 3:20 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$54

MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art
National museum of contemporary art & architecture in eye-catching, Zaha Hadid-designed building.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$26
7 - 10 min

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20MQ Design & Derivati
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
Day 3
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$102

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$ 7

Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$36
12 - 15 min

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Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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$32
15 - 18 min

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St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Vatican Museums
Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$34
Day 4
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$72

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$ 10

Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$42
10 - 12 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Baths of Caracalla
Ruins of a vast rectangular-shaped Roman thermal bath complex used from around 216 A.D. to 537 A.D.
11:40 AM - 1:10 PM
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$30
12 - 15 min

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Tiber Island
Compact island in a bend of the River Tiber with a number of historical buildings & monuments.
No time set
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Free

Budget breakdown: $292 In total

Activities & Food:$268
Transport:$24