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A Roman Adventure: 5 Days in the Eternal City

Nirvana Rojas

Nirvana Rojas

27 Sep 2023

Join me on an unforgettable journey through the historic streets of Rome. Discover ancient ruins, breathtaking architecture, and iconic landmarks in this 5-day itinerary designed for solo travelers.

Trip to Rome

Day 1
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$0

Largo di Torre Argentina
Archaeological site close to where Julius Caesar was killed, also home to a colony of cats.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Piazza di Spagna
Refined 18th-century square, location of the Spanish Steps & the Church of Trinità dei Monti.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$ 5

Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore
Landmark papal basilica founded in the 5th century & known for its Roman mosaics & gilded ceiling.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Spanish Steps
Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.
9:30 AM - 10:15 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.
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$ 10

Park of the Aqueducts
Protected parkland with a Roman aqueduct & ancient archaeological sites, plus a former mill.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Circus Maximus
Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Campo de' Fiori
Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Piazza Navona
Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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St. Angelo Bridge
Pedestrian bridge, built in 134 A.D., with travertine marble fascias & spanning the River Tiber.
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$ 10

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Janiculum Hill
This historic, well-known hilltop terrace offers panoramic views of Rome.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Sistine Chapel
Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$ 5

St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Villa Doria Pamphili
Landscaped park on ancient noble Roman estate, with open-air concerts, nature trails & fountain.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $30 In total

Activities & Food:Free
Transport:$30