10 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Culinary Delights

Madhu Sreedhar

29 Nov 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Rome's rich history and delectable cuisine. Discover iconic landmarks like the Colosseum and Vatican Museums, while savoring authentic pizza and indulging in charming tea rooms. Immerse yourself in art at the Borghese Gallery and National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art. This 10-day itinerary is a perfect blend of ancient marvels and culinary delights.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Fountain Hopping and Fine Dining

$368

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$80

6 - 9 min

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National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian

Vast thermal baths now housing funereal artworks & decorations dating back to the Aurelian period.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$52

8 - 10 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:10 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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1:40 PM - 3:10 PM

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$116

1 - 2 min

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

3:10 PM - 3:50 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$120

Day 2Palaces, Museums, and Artistic Inspirations

$340

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$84

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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14 - 17 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$120

13 - 20 min

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National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$44

12 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$84

Day 3Gaudí's Legacy and Artistic Treasures

$460

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$80

4 - 6 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$80

11 - 16 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.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$56

20 - 30 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$124

2 - 3 min

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Edy Ristorante ha sede vicino al centro di Roma in Vicolo Del Babuino, 4, vanta notevole esperienza nella preparazione di piatti tipici romani. Propone piatti di carne e di pesce, vegetariani e vegani. Ampia carta di vini. E disponibile per pranzi e cene aziendali ma non solo.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$120

Day 4Roman Cuisine and Architectural Wonders

$536

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$84

4 - 5 min

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

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$148

8 - 10 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$116

1 - 2 min

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

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$64

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$124

Day 5Ancient Baths, Colosseum, and Pizza Delights

$528

$ 20

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$88

8 - 10 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.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$60

9 - 11 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$72

11 - 16 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$68

9 - 11 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$120

12 - 17 min

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One of the 7 hills of ancient Rome, popular for its view of Saint Peter's dome through a keyhole.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$120

Day 6Modern Art, Historical Sites, and Piazza Navona

$428

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$80

6 - 9 min

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Ancient sculpture museum, in a former power plant, with Greek & Roman statues, busts & friezes.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$32

13 - 16 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$124

4 - 5 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$76

14 - 21 min

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

4:00 PM - 4:40 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$116

Day 7Art Galleries, Museums, and Gastronomic Delights

$468

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$88

3 - 4 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$72

8 - 12 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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$68

6 - 9 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$120

11 - 16 min

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Ristorante Pizzeria Caffetteria Wine Shop

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$120

Day 8Sushi Fusion, Palaces, and Vatican Splendors

$468

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$88

7 - 10 min

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Private palace, mostly Baroque but dating to 1300s, with frescoed hall & Old Masters art collection.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$64

18 - 22 min

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La Cucaracha è un ristorante messicano che svolge la propria attività a Roma. Il ristorante offre alla propria clientela la possibilità di effettuare un vero e proprio percorso dei cinque sensi: vista i colori dellarte di Frida Kahlo, olfatto e gusto i profumi e i sapori dei piatti proposti, udit...

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$124

6 - 9 min

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