10 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

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29 Nov 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Rome, where ancient wonders and modern delights intertwine. Discover the secrets of the Colosseum, immerse yourself in the opulence of the Borghese Gallery, and wander through the enchanting streets of the Eternal City. Join me as I unravel the mysteries of Rome, one day at a time.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Rome's Treasures

$31

$ 4

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian

Vast thermal baths now housing funereal artworks & decorations dating back to the Aurelian period.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$18

Day 2From Golden Palaces to Majestic Fountains

$65

$ 5

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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Remains of Emperor Nero's grand 3-floor villa complex, originally decorated with colorful frescoes.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$45

12 - 15 min

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

10:00 AM - 10:40 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Villa housing 15th- to 18th-century artworks with pieces by Bernini & Caravaggio. Booking essential.

11:10 AM - 1:10 PM

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$20

Day 3A Fusion of Art and History

$16

$ 5

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Art museum in a revamped brewery, with edgy exhibits & installations from post-WWII world artists.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Private palace, mostly Baroque but dating to 1300s, with frescoed hall & Old Masters art collection.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$16

Day 4Bathing in Ancient Grandeur

$32

$ 5

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Ruins of a vast rectangular-shaped Roman thermal bath complex used from around 216 A.D. to 537 A.D.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

11 - 14 min

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One of the 7 hills of ancient Rome, popular for its view of Saint Peter's dome through a keyhole.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Secluded public square with fragrant orange trees, medieval walls & views over the city & Tiber.

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

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$17

Day 5Panoramic Views and Artistic Delights

$ 5

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Ancient sculpture museum, in a former power plant, with Greek & Roman statues, busts & friezes.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Day 6Exploring Rome's Architectural Gems

$48

$ 5

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 9:40 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Renowned Renaissance palace built, in part, by Michelangelo, now used as French embassy, plus tours.

10:10 AM - 11:40 AM

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$13

7 - 9 min

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Public squares forming the center of the Roman Empire, built between 46 BCE & 113 CE.

12:10 PM - 1:40 PM

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$19

Day 7Captivating Museums and Spiritual Splendor

$17

$ 5

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Classical Roman, Greek & Egyptian sculptures & Renaissance art in Michelangelo-designed palaces.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$17

12 - 15 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 8A Journey into Vatican City

$43

$ 5

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Grand pillared Vatican City residence for the Pope with papal apartments & the Vatican Museums.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$15

11 - 16 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$17

21 - 26 min

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National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

16th-century palace exhibiting rich, Etruscan antiquities, including ornate jewelry & sarcophagi.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$11

Day 9Contemporary Art and Cultural Marvels

$13

$ 4

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

Day 10A Glimpse into Modern Creativity

$14

$ 4

Vertex Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

Renowned collection of 19th- & 20th-century art, including work by Canova, Modigliani & Van Gogh.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$14

Budget breakdown: $332 In total

Activities & Food:$287

Transport:$45