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🇮🇹 Roman Escapade: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Artistic Wonders

lance matsumoto

25 Dec 2023

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Embark on an enchanting journey through Rome's rich history and artistic treasures. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. Wander through the narrow streets to discover Castel Sant'Angelo, Piazza Navona, and the awe-inspiring Pantheon. Unearth the secrets of Baths of Caracalla, Colosseum, and Roman Forum. Marvel at the captivating collections of Capitoline Museums and Trevi Fountain. Indulge in the beauty of Piazza del Popolo, Piazza di Spagna, and Borghese Gallery. Immerse yourself in modern art at the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art. Uncover the ancient artifacts at the National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo. Your Roman adventure awaits!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Vatican Marvels - Exploring the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica

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$17

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$ 4

The Major

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Vatican Museums

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$17

13 - 20 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

Day 2Secrets of Rome - Castel Sant'Angelo, Piazza Navona, and the Majestic Pantheon

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$37

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$ 4

The Major

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Castel Sant'Angelo

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$21

12 - 17 min

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Piazza Navona

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

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Pantheon

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

11:40 AM - 12:10 PM

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$16

Day 3Ancient Splendors - Baths of Caracalla, Colosseum, and Roman Forum

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$50

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$ 5

The Major

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Baths of Caracalla

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

9 - 11 min

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Colosseum

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$18

11 - 16 min

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Roman Forum

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$17

Day 4Artistic Treasures - Capitoline Museums and the Magical Trevi Fountain

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$17

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$ 4

The Major

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Capitoline Museums

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$17

12 - 17 min

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Trevi Fountain

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

11:30 AM - 12:10 PM

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Free

Day 5Beauty Unveiled - Piazza del Popolo, Piazza di Spagna, and Borghese Gallery

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$20

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$ 5

The Major

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 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.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Piazza di Spagna

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

9:30 AM - 10:10 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Borghese Gallery and Museum

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

10:40 AM - 12:40 PM

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$20

Day 6Modern Art Delight - National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

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$14

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$ 4

The Major

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 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.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$14

Day 7Timeless Artifacts - National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo

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$37

The Major

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$37

Day 8Captivating Farewell - Exploring Rome's Hidden Gems

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$0

The Major

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $216 In total

Activities & Food:$192

Transport:$24