10 Days in Rome: Ancient Marvels and Authentic Delights

Rene Laureano

29 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's rich history and culinary delights. Explore ancient marvels like the Colosseum and Pantheon, indulge in mouthwatering pizza and pasta, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Eternal City. Join me as I uncover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks that make Rome a must-visit destination.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Roman Treasures and Fountain Wishes

$276

$ 10

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

6 - 9 min

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National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$39

6 - 8 min

Directions

Refined 18th-century square, location of the Spanish Steps & the Church of Trinità dei Monti.

12:30 PM - 1:10 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

Directions

1:40 PM - 3:10 PM

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$87

4 - 6 min

Directions

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

3:10 PM - 3:50 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 2Artistic Splendors and Divine Delights

$381

$ 20

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$63

4 - 6 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$60

12 - 15 min

Directions

National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$33

17 - 21 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$90

2 - 3 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$48

1 - 2 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$87

Day 3Culinary Delights and Ancient Wonders

$414

$ 10

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

4 - 5 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$111

7 - 9 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$93

4 - 5 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$57

6 - 9 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$93

Day 4Artistic Gems and Architectural Marvels

$330

$ 20

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$63

16 - 24 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$42

15 - 18 min

Directions

Grand pillared Vatican City residence for the Pope with papal apartments & the Vatican Museums.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$45

13 - 16 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$87

1 - 2 min

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Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.

3:30 PM - 4:10 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$93

Day 5Gallery Hopping and Royal Residences

$306

$ 10

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$66

3 - 4 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$54

10 - 15 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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4 - 6 min

Directions

Vicolo Scanderbeg 112 - Roma (zona Fontana di Trevi)

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$90

1 - 2 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 6Ancient Baths and Colossal Wonders

$390

$ 15

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

Directions

L'arte, la storia e il gusto danno vita a percorsi unici per tutti i sensi, spaziando dai gusti tradizionali alla più raffinata sperimentazione.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

5 - 8 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$51

10 - 12 min

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One of the 7 hills of ancient Rome, popular for its view of Saint Peter's dome through a keyhole.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

Ruins of a vast rectangular-shaped Roman thermal bath complex used from around 216 A.D. to 537 A.D.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$45

6 - 8 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$93

4 - 5 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$54

10 - 15 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$87

Day 7Hilltop Views and Vatican Wonders

$357

$ 10

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$66

9 - 14 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$60

18 - 22 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$90

4 - 5 min

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Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$51

4 - 5 min

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Osteria delle Commari, un luogo dove gustare pietanze tipiche del Lazio, con un tocco creativo e innovativo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 8Modern Art and Basilica Grandeur

$276

$ 15

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$66

6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$24

20 - 24 min

Directions

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$93

8 - 11 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$93

Day 9Historic Squares and Museum Marvels

$303

$ 10

Doria Palace Boutique Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

Il ristorante Canova Piazza del Popolo si trova a Roma, nella splendida cornice dell'omonima, cereberrima Piazza del Popolo. Lo chef propone specialità della cucina italiana ed internazionale, cui si accosta un'esclusiva carta dei vini...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$66

3 - 4 min

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