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A Roman Adventure: 3 Days in the Eternal City

Alondra Nova

16 Oct 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 3-day journey through the ancient streets of Rome. Discover iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Vatican Museums. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$96

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$ 7

Fontana del Tritone

17th-century baroque fountain in a public square, featuring a sea god surrounded by dolphins.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Trevi Fountain

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

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Turtle Fountain

Elegant Renaissance fountain with bronze figures of young men, turtles & dolphins, in paved piazza.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

5 - 6 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.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Colosseum

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

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$96

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Basilica of San Pietro in Vincoli

Michelangelo's statue of Moses dominates this coffered 400s church, also home to St. Peter's chains.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$112

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$ 7

Vatican Museums

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$112

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Sistine Chapel

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Directions

St. Angelo Bridge

Pedestrian bridge, built in 134 A.D., with travertine marble fascias & spanning the River Tiber.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Campo de' Fiori

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

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Teatro Marcello

Roman theater started by Julius Caesar & pre-dating the Colosseum, the setting for summer concerts.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II

Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Piazza di Spagna

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

6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$20

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$ 20

Villa Doria Pamphili

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Janiculum Hill

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Fontana dell'Acqua Paola

Ornate marble fountain commissioned by Pope Paul V, floodlit at night, with impressive city views.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Piazza Navona

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

12:30 PM - 1:10 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Church of St. Louis of the French

France's baroque national church in Rome, known for the Caravaggio paintings in its chapel.

1:40 PM - 2:10 PM

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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.

2:40 PM - 3:25 PM

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$20

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Basilica of Saint Paul Outside The Walls

Magnificent papal basilica dating from the 4th century, with tomb of St Paul & elegant cloisters.

3:55 PM - 4:55 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $261 In total

Activities & Food:$228

Transport:$33