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A Roman Adventure: 4 Days in the Eternal City

Cruz Doncel

27 Sep 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 4-day journey through the ancient wonders of Rome. Explore iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and Trevi Fountain, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Eternal City.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$128

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$ 10

Fiumi Fountain

Classical 17th-century fountain, a homage to 4 rivers, featuring a Roman obelisk topped by a dove.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Campidoglio

Hilltop square designed by Michelangelo, lined with museums & offering views of the Roman forum.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Mouth of Truth

Carving of man's face on ancient manhole cover, a popular attraction due to the myth attached to it.

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Arch of Constantine

A 21m-high Roman structure made up of 3 arches decorated with figures & battle scenes.

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Colosseum

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

12:15 PM - 2:15 PM

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$128

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Mosè di Michelangelo

Catholic place of worship with 5th-century origins & a transept with Michelangelo's statue of Moses.

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$128

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$ 10

Roman Forum

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$128

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II

Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Piazza Navona

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

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere

Grand Catholic church known for its 12th-century mosaics & lavish interior with 22 Roman columns.

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$210

Vatican Museums

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$210

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Sistine Chapel

Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

St. Peter's Basilica

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$83

Spanish Steps

Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Piazza di Spagna

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

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Trevi Fountain

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

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Pantheon

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Directions

St. Angelo Bridge

Pedestrian bridge, built in 134 A.D., with travertine marble fascias & spanning the River Tiber.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Castel Sant'Angelo

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

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$83

Budget breakdown: $568 In total

Activities & Food:$548

Transport:$20