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7 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Javier Ruiz Durán

Javier Ruiz Durán

7 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through the Eternal City, where history and culture converge. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Vatican Museums, stroll through the enchanting Piazza Navona, and be awestruck by the architectural wonders of St. Peter's Basilica. Discover the secrets of the Pantheon, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, and climb the Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna. Unearth the mysteries of Castel Sant'Angelo and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Piazza del Popolo. Unleash your inner gladiator at the Colosseum, marvel at the Baths of Caracalla, and wander through the remnants of the Roman Forum. Indulge in art at the Borghese Gallery and Museum, and explore the treasures of the Capitoline Museums. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Italy!

Day 1Vatican Museums & Piazza Navona
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$51

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$ 5

Vatican Museums
Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$51
13 - 20 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
11 - 14 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
Free
Day 2St. Peter's Basilica, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain & Piazza di Spagna
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$48

Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$48
8 - 11 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Piazza di Spagna
Refined 18th-century square, location of the Spanish Steps & the Church of Trinità dei Monti.
12:10 PM - 12:50 PM
Free
Day 3Castel Sant'Angelo & Piazza del Popolo
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$63

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$ 5

Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$63
11 - 14 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 4Colosseum & Baths of Caracalla
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$99

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$ 5

Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$54
7 - 9 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.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$45
Day 5Roman Forum & Borghese Gallery and Museum
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$111

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$ 5

Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$51
15 - 18 min

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Borghese Gallery and Museum
Villa housing 15th- to 18th-century artworks with pieces by Bernini & Caravaggio. Booking essential.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$60
Day 6Unveiling the Treasures of Capitoline Museums
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$51

Capitoline Museums
Classical Roman, Greek & Egyptian sculptures & Renaissance art in Michelangelo-designed palaces.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$51
Day 7A Day of Serendipity
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$0

Budget breakdown: $443 In total

Activities & Food:$423
Transport:$20