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3 Days in Rome: A Journey Through History and Culture

Sierra Bell

Sierra Bell

19 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure in Rome, exploring iconic landmarks like the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Roman Forum, and Colosseum. Indulge in delicious Italian cuisine at local favorites such as Pizza Zizza, Alice Pizza, and Antico Caffè Greco. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

Day 1
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$140

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$ 7

Hotel Donatello

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Hotel Donatello
Refined rooms with minibars & apartments with kitchens, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Vatican Museums
Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$56
9 - 14 min

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Sistine Chapel
Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Pizza Zizza
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$48
7 - 10 min

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St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
Alice Pizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$36
Hotel Donatello
Refined rooms with minibars & apartments with kitchens, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$118

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$ 14

Hotel Donatello

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Hotel Donatello
Refined rooms with minibars & apartments with kitchens, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
16 - 23 min

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Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$43
12 - 15 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
11 - 16 min

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Campo de' Fiori
Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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St. Angelo Bridge
Pedestrian bridge, built in 134 A.D., with travertine marble fascias & spanning the River Tiber.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Free
7 - 10 min

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L'Arena del Gelato
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$28
9 - 11 min

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Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$28
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.
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Spanish Steps
Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Antico Caffè Greco
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20
Hotel Donatello
Refined rooms with minibars & apartments with kitchens, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$134

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$ 10

Hotel Donatello

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Hotel Donatello
Refined rooms with minibars & apartments with kitchens, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$48
5 - 8 min

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Piazza Navona
Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.
11:30 AM - 12:10 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Antica Salumeria
12:40 PM - 2:10 PM
$46
2 - 3 min

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Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
2:10 PM - 2:55 PM
$10
La Casa Del Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$30
Hotel Donatello
Refined rooms with minibars & apartments with kitchens, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $422 In total

Activities & Food:$392
Transport:$30