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7 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Keitija Kindzule

5 Jan 2024

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Embark on a captivating journey through Rome's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover awe-inspiring ancient ruins, world-renowned museums, and breathtaking architectural wonders. Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the Eternal City and indulge in authentic Italian cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Etruscan Treasures

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$96

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$ 7

National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

16th-century palace exhibiting rich, Etruscan antiquities, including ornate jewelry & sarcophagi.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$22

17 - 21 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

7 - 9 min

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National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo

Neo-Renaissance palace with a classical art collection including sculptures, mosaics & gold jewelry.

11:40 AM - 3:40 PM

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$74

Day 2Modern Art and Architectural Marvels

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$54

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$ 7

Trinità dei Monti

16th-century church under the responsibility of the French State with elaborate interior decoration.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

Renowned collection of 19th- & 20th-century art, including work by Canova, Modigliani & Van Gogh.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$28

6 - 8 min

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MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

National museum of contemporary art & architecture in eye-catching, Zaha Hadid-designed building.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$26

Day 3Roman Baths and Renaissance Splendor

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$96

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$ 7

National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian

Vast thermal baths now housing funereal artworks & decorations dating back to the Aurelian period.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$26

9 - 11 min

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Borghese Gallery and Museum

Villa housing 15th- to 18th-century artworks with pieces by Bernini & Caravaggio. Booking essential.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$40

12 - 15 min

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Villa Medici

16th-century cardinal's villa with landscaped gardens, offering tours & temporary art exhibitions.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

Day 4Ancient Ruins and Panoramic Views

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$118

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$ 10

Centrale Montemartini

Ancient sculpture museum, in a former power plant, with Greek & Roman statues, busts & friezes.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$16

12 - 15 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.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$30

11 - 14 min

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Palatine Hill

Legendary founding site of the city & home to ruins of Roman Imperial palaces, temples & baths.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$40

16 - 24 min

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Giardino degli Aranci

Secluded public square with fragrant orange trees, medieval walls & views over the city & Tiber.

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Pantheon

Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.

6:15 PM - 6:45 PM

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$32

Day 5Palaces, Forums, and Colosseum

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$86

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$ 4

Quirinal Palace

Former royal & papal residence, now the presidential palace & museum, on piazza offering city views.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$4

12 - 17 min

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Roman Forum

Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$34

12 - 18 min

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Colosseum

Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$36

23 - 28 min

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Park of the Aqueducts

Protected parkland with a Roman aqueduct & ancient archaeological sites, plus a former mill.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$12

Day 6Museums, Galleries, and Trevi Fountain

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$108

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$ 4

Capitoline Museums

Classical Roman, Greek & Egyptian sculptures & Renaissance art in Michelangelo-designed palaces.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$34

5 - 8 min

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Imperial Fora

Public squares forming the center of the Roman Empire, built between 46 BCE & 113 CE.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$38

5 - 8 min

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Doria Pamphili Gallery

Art by Rubens and Titian, plus ornate furniture and tapestries in palatial, 18th-century apartments.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$36

5 - 8 min

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Trevi Fountain

Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.

4:00 PM - 4:40 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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St. Peter's Basilica

Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.

5:10 PM - 6:40 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $595 In total

Activities & Food:$558

Transport:$37