5 Days in Rome: A Journey Through Ancient Wonders

Esther AS

11 Oct 2023

Experience the magic of Rome in this 5-day itinerary, exploring iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and Vatican Museums. Indulge in authentic Italian cuisine and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Eternal City.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$127

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$43

14 - 21 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

•

Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

Carving of man's face on ancient manhole cover, a popular attraction due to the myth attached to it.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

•

Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$48

2 - 3 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$36

Day 2

$91

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

•

Free

16 - 23 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$43

15 - 18 min

Directions

Landmark cathedral, the Pope's official seat, with ornate 1700s facade & statues of the Apostles.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$28

8 - 11 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$20

Day 3

$104

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

•

Free

8 - 12 min

Directions

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

Mercati di Traiano Museo dei Fori Imperiali

Roman shopping center with preserved forums, great hall markets & archaeological exhibits.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

•

$28

10 - 15 min

Directions

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

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

•

Free

8 - 11 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$46

1 - 2 min

Directions

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

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

•

Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$30

Day 4

$172

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$70

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

•

Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$48

8 - 11 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$54

Day 5

$74

$ 7

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

•

$28

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

•

Free

6 - 8 min

Directions

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

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

•

Free

12 - 18 min

Directions

Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

•

Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

•

$24

4 - 5 min

Directions

Landmark papal basilica founded in the 5th century & known for its Roman mosaics & gilded ceiling.

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

•

Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$22

Budget breakdown: $580 In total

Activities & Food:$566

Transport:$14