7 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Gizem Celik

20 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through the eternal city of Rome, where ancient wonders and modern delights collide. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture as you explore iconic landmarks, awe-inspiring museums, and hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Italy!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Trevi Fountain to Vatican Museums

$66

$ 10

Hotel Siracusa

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 8:40 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

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

9:10 AM - 9:40 AM

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$32

6 - 9 min

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

10:10 AM - 10:50 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

11:20 AM - 12:50 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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

1:20 PM - 3:20 PM

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$34

Day 2Discovering Centrale Montemartini and Castel Sant'Angelo

$58

$ 14

Hotel Siracusa

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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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

22 - 27 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$42

11 - 14 min

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

2:00 PM - 2:40 PM

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Free

Day 3Unveiling the National Museum of Rome and Quirinal Palace

$30

$ 7

Hotel Siracusa

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

Directions

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

7 - 9 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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Day 4Journey through Colosseum and Roman Forum

$134

$ 14

Hotel Siracusa

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$36

7 - 9 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

8 - 10 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$34

7 - 10 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$34

Day 5Delving into Doria Pamphili Gallery and Palazzo Massimo

$110

$ 7

Hotel Siracusa

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$36

10 - 12 min

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

10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$74

Day 6Artistic Marvels at Borghese Gallery and Villa Giulia

$62

$ 10

Hotel Siracusa

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

11 - 14 min

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National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$22

12 - 18 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Exploring MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

$26

$ 7

Hotel Siracusa

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$26

Budget breakdown: $552 In total

Activities & Food:$486

Transport:$66