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Discover the Eternal City: 11-Day Itinerary to Rome

Clara Habechian Nardin

28 Sep 2023

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Embark on a journey through history and culture with this 11-day itinerary to Rome. Explore iconic landmarks like the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Colosseum. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Piazza Navona and Trevi Fountain. Experience the charm of Campo de' Fiori and the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Eternal City!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$0

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$ 4

Sistine Chapel

Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Circus Maximus

Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Day 2

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$ 4

St. Peter's Basilica

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Campo de' Fiori

Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

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$28

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$ 4

Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere

Grand Catholic church known for its 12th-century mosaics & lavish interior with 22 Roman columns.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Castel Sant'Angelo

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$28

Day 4

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$0

Largo di Torre Argentina

Archaeological site close to where Julius Caesar was killed, also home to a colony of cats.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Pantheon

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Fiumi Fountain

Classical 17th-century fountain, a homage to 4 rivers, featuring a Roman obelisk topped by a dove.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 5

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$0

Piazza Navona

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

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Trevi Fountain

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

9:15 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Piazza di Spagna

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

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 6

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$43

Roman Forum

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$43

Day 7

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$43

Colosseum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$43

Day 8

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$ 4

Park of the Aqueducts

Protected parkland with a Roman aqueduct & ancient archaeological sites, plus a former mill.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 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.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 9

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$ 4

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

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Piazza del Popolo

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

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

Day 10

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$28

MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$28

Day 11

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$0

Budget breakdown: $157 In total

Activities & Food:$140

Transport:$17