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Roaming Rome: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

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florian florindo

8 Mar 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's timeless treasures. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse in rich history, and savor delectable cuisine. Join me as I unravel the secrets of the Eternal City!

Day 1Ascending the Spanish Steps and Reveling in Villa Borghese
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$0

Romanico Palace Luxury Hotel & SPA

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Spanish Steps
Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Villa Borghese
Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Free
Day 2Wildlife Encounters at Bioparco di Roma and Captivating Views from Campidoglio
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$70

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$ 10

Romanico Palace Luxury Hotel & SPA

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Bioparco di Roma
Zoo with elephants & Komodo dragons, animal feeding sessions, a theater & summer camp for children.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$36
23 - 28 min

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Campidoglio
Hilltop square designed by Michelangelo, lined with museums & offering views of the Roman forum.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
$34
Day 3Spiritual Splendor at Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
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$ 7

Romanico Palace Luxury Hotel & SPA

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
Landmark cathedral, the Pope's official seat, with ornate 1700s facade & statues of the Apostles.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Day 4Marveling at Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore, Roman Forum, and Largo di Torre Argentina
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$34

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$ 10

Romanico Palace Luxury Hotel & SPA

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore
Landmark papal basilica founded in the 5th century & known for its Roman mosaics & gilded ceiling.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
$34
14 - 21 min

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Largo di Torre Argentina
Archaeological site close to where Julius Caesar was killed, also home to a colony of cats.
11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Free
Day 5Awe-Inspiring St. Peter's Basilica and Reliving Ancient Chariot Races at Circus Maximus
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$0

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$ 10

Romanico Palace Luxury Hotel & SPA

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
17 - 21 min

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Circus Maximus
Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $141 In total

Activities & Food:$104
Transport:$37