A Roman Adventure: 5 Days in the Eternal City

Jesus Rodriguez

6 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Rome, exploring iconic landmarks like the Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Colosseum. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$35

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$35

9 - 14 min

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Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Landmark papal basilica founded in the 5th century & known for its Roman mosaics & gilded ceiling.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

$22

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Pedestrian bridge, built in 134 A.D., with travertine marble fascias & spanning the River Tiber.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$21

Day 3

$35

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$21

11 - 14 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Grand, landmark square centered by Rome's oldest obelisk & the site of the city's northern gate.

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.

2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

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$14

Day 4

$35

$ 4

Grand 16th-century cardinal's villa in exotic hillside gardens with elaborate fountains & grottoes.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$14

38 - 46 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$21

14 - 21 min

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Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Archaeological site close to where Julius Caesar was killed, also home to a colony of cats.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 5

$22

$ 2

Landmark cathedral, the Pope's official seat, with ornate 1700s facade & statues of the Apostles.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$21

8 - 12 min

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Hilltop square designed by Michelangelo, lined with museums & offering views of the Roman forum.

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.

2:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Grand Catholic church known for its 12th-century mosaics & lavish interior with 22 Roman columns.

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $161 In total

Activities & Food:$148

Transport:$14