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3 Days in Rome: A Journey through History and Culture

SCC

SCC

8 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure in Rome, exploring iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and St. Peter's Basilica. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

Day 1
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$122

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$ 4

Villa Borghese
Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Spanish Steps
Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Free
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.
10:45 AM - 11:25 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
11:55 AM - 12:35 PM
Free
13 - 16 min

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1:05 PM - 2:35 PM
$48
4 - 5 min

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St. Angelo Bridge
Pedestrian bridge, built in 134 A.D., with travertine marble fascias & spanning the River Tiber.
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM
Free
15 - 22 min

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Sistine Chapel
Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.
4:05 PM - 6:05 PM
$38
9 - 14 min

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Pizza Zizza
6:35 PM - 8:05 PM
$36
8 - 11 min

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St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
8:05 PM - 9:35 PM
Free
Day 2
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$126

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$ 4

Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$42
12 - 17 min

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Piazza Navona
Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.
10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Campo de' Fiori
Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Panepiù Bistrot
1:10 PM - 2:40 PM
$28
2 - 3 min

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Largo di Torre Argentina
Archaeological site close to where Julius Caesar was killed, also home to a colony of cats.
2:40 PM - 3:20 PM
Free
7 - 9 min

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Giardino degli Aranci
Secluded public square with fragrant orange trees, medieval walls & views over the city & Tiber.
3:50 PM - 4:35 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Circus Maximus
Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.
5:05 PM - 6:05 PM
Free
16 - 23 min

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Baker Boss
6:35 PM - 8:05 PM
$20
4 - 6 min

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Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
8:05 PM - 9:05 PM
$36
Day 3
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$154

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$ 4

Villa d'Este
Grand 16th-century cardinal's villa in exotic hillside gardens with elaborate fountains & grottoes.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$10
38 - 46 min

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Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore
Landmark papal basilica founded in the 5th century & known for its Roman mosaics & gilded ceiling.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Gelatist
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$46
8 - 11 min

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Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$34
8 - 12 min

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Campidoglio
Hilltop square designed by Michelangelo, lined with museums & offering views of the Roman forum.
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
$34
9 - 14 min

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Mouth of Truth
Carving of man's face on ancient manhole cover, a popular attraction due to the myth attached to it.
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere
Grand Catholic church known for its 12th-century mosaics & lavish interior with 22 Roman columns.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Da Otello In Trastevere
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
$30

Budget breakdown: $412 In total

Activities & Food:$402
Transport:$10