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5 Days in Rome: A Journey Through History and Beauty

Iva Perić

Iva Perić

27 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Rome, where we'll explore ancient ruins, stunning architecture, and indulge in delicious Italian cuisine. Get ready to be captivated by the wonders of Villa d'Este, Trevi Fountain, Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and much more!

Trip to Rome

Day 1
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$391

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$ 7

Villa d'Este
Grand 16th-century cardinal's villa in exotic hillside gardens with elaborate fountains & grottoes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$55
44 - 53 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
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.
11:40 AM - 12:20 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Imago Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$196
3 - 4 min

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Sugo D'Oro
The kingdom of fresh handmade pasta, pizzas, traditional Roman dishes, meat and fish, and you can also find some vegetarian delicacies.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$140
Day 2
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$540

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$ 14

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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$72
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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$64
17 - 21 min

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Vatican Museums
Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$68
3 - 4 min

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Ristorante Aldo ai Musei Vaticani
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$156
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La Locanda di Pietro
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$180
Day 3
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$444

Sistine Chapel
Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$76
6 - 9 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
7 - 10 min

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Pastasciutta
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$188
3 - 4 min

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Arlu
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$180
Day 4
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$432

Campo de' Fiori
Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.
8:00 AM - 9:00 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.
9:30 AM - 10:10 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.
10:40 AM - 11:20 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
11:50 AM - 12:50 PM
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$68
4 - 5 min

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Ristorante Angelino Ai Fori
Ristorante Pizzeria Caffetteria Wine Shop
1:20 PM - 2:50 PM
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$172
4 - 5 min

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La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$192
Day 5
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$472

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$ 7

Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$84
8 - 10 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Villa Borghese
Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Casina Valadier
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$192
13 - 20 min

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Ristorante Andrea
Ristorante italiano con specialità di pesce e carne. Atmosfera piacevole e rilassante. Ampia scelta di vini.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$196

Budget breakdown: $2306 In total

Activities & Food:$2279
Transport:$27