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A Day in Rome: Exploring Ancient Ruins and Iconic Landmarks

Karina Todino

Karina Todino

15 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's rich history and breathtaking architecture. Visit the iconic Circus Maximus, explore the ancient Roman Forum, and marvel at the grandeur of the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II. Throw a coin into the legendary Trevi Fountain and savor a delicious lunch at Antico Caffè Greco. Discover the beauty of Piazza di Spagna and Piazza del Popolo, then step inside the magnificent Pantheon. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori before ending your day with a visit to the majestic St. Peter's Basilica.

Trip to Rome

Day 1
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$192

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$ 10

Circus Maximus
Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$64
11 - 16 min

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Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Antico Caffè Greco
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$72
1 - 2 min

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Piazza di Spagna
Refined 18th-century square, location of the Spanish Steps & the Church of Trinità dei Monti.
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
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Free
11 - 16 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.
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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$15
6 - 9 min

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Piazza Navona
Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.
6:45 PM - 7:25 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Campo de' Fiori
Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.
7:55 PM - 8:25 PM
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Free
15 - 22 min

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Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
8:55 PM - 9:55 PM
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$41
10 - 12 min

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St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
10:25 PM - 11:55 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $202 In total

Activities & Food:$192
Transport:$10