Roaming through Rome: A 10-Day Adventure

Edilberto Perez

14 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the ancient wonders of Rome. Discover the secrets of the Colosseum, marvel at the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica, and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Roman Forum. Join us on this epic adventure as we explore the Eternal City!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Rome's Treasures: National Museum & Domus Aurea

$174

$ 5

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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$39

11 - 14 min

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Remains of Emperor Nero's grand 3-floor villa complex, originally decorated with colorful frescoes.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$135

Day 2From Palatine Hill to Caracalla: Unraveling Rome's Imperial Past

$105

$ 5

Legendary founding site of the city & home to ruins of Roman Imperial palaces, temples & baths.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$60

6 - 8 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$45

Day 3Villa Medici, Trevi Fountain, and the Majestic Colosseum

$150

16th-century cardinal's villa with landscaped gardens, offering tours & temporary art exhibitions.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$45

9 - 14 min

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

10:00 AM - 10:40 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

Directions

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

11:10 AM - 12:10 PM

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$51

11 - 16 min

Directions

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

12:40 PM - 1:40 PM

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$54

Day 4Palazzo Massimo and the Spanish Steps: A Glimpse into Rome's Artistic Heritage

$111

$ 5

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$111

7 - 9 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:10 PM

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Free

Day 5Villa Doria Pamphili, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Apostolic Palace

$45

$ 5

Landscaped park on ancient noble Roman estate, with open-air concerts, nature trails & fountain.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Grand pillared Vatican City residence for the Pope with papal apartments & the Vatican Museums.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$45

Day 6Vatican Museums, Castel Sant'Angelo, and the Panoramic Janiculum Hill

$114

$ 10

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$51

18 - 22 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$63

14 - 17 min

Directions

This historic, well-known hilltop terrace offers panoramic views of Rome.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Piazza Navona, the Majestic Pantheon, and the Captivating Capitoline Museums

$99

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

8:00 AM - 8:40 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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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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$48

11 - 16 min

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

10:10 AM - 1:10 PM

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$51

Day 8Imperial Fora and the Quirinal Palace: Exploring Rome's Political Legacy

$63

Public squares forming the center of the Roman Empire, built between 46 BCE & 113 CE.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$57

9 - 14 min

Directions

Former royal & papal residence, now the presidential palace & museum, on piazza offering city views.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Day 9Villa Borghese and the Artistic Splendors of the Borghese Gallery

$60

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$60

Day 10MAXXI and the National Gallery: A Modern Art Extravaganza

$81

$ 5

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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$39

11 - 14 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.

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$42

Budget breakdown: $1037 In total

Activities & Food:$1002

Transport:$35