8 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Aya Mahmoud

24 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the Eternal City, where ancient wonders and modern marvels collide. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Rome as you explore iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure filled with awe-inspiring architecture, mouthwatering cuisine, and unforgettable memories.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Fountain Fantasia and Spanish Steps

$26

$ 7

Hotel Demetra Capitolina Roma

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 8:40 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

9:10 AM - 9:50 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian

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

10:20 AM - 1:20 PM

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$26

Day 2Roman Treasures and Pantheon Perfection

$106

$ 7

Hotel Demetra Capitolina Roma

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 6 min

Directions

Neo-Renaissance palace with a classical art collection including sculptures, mosaics & gold jewelry.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$74

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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$32

Day 3Artistic Delights at Borghese and Beyond

$68

$ 7

Hotel Demetra Capitolina Roma

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

11 - 16 min

Directions

National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Embrace the Contemporary at MAXXI

$26

$ 7

Hotel Demetra Capitolina Roma

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

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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$26

Day 5Journey Through Time at the Imperial Fora

$108

$ 7

Hotel Demetra Capitolina Roma

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

8 - 12 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$34

16 - 24 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Day 6Vatican Visions and Heavenly Heights

$64

$ 7

Hotel Demetra Capitolina Roma

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$34

13 - 20 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

Directions

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$30

Day 7Unveiling Ancient Secrets and Majestic Views

$166

$ 7

Hotel Demetra Capitolina Roma

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

Directions

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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$90

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$34

17 - 21 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$42

Day 8Palatine Hill and the Baths of Caracalla

$70

$ 10

Hotel Demetra Capitolina Roma

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

Legendary founding site of the city & home to ruins of Roman Imperial palaces, temples & baths.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$40

7 - 9 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $691 In total

Activities & Food:$634

Transport:$57