5 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Graciela Thomen

29 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Rome's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover awe-inspiring ancient marvels, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's enchanting atmosphere. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Eternal City!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Pantheon, St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums, MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

$92

$ 7

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

17 - 21 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$34

27 - 33 min

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MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

National museum of contemporary art & architecture in eye-catching, Zaha Hadid-designed building.

1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$26

Day 2Castel Sant'Angelo, Trevi Fountain, Imperial Fora, Palatine Hill

$120

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$42

12 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

11:40 AM - 1:10 PM

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$38

12 - 18 min

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

1:40 PM - 4:40 PM

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$40

Day 3Roman Forum, Colosseum, Domus Aurea, Baths of Caracalla, Centrale Montemartini

$206

$ 7

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$34

11 - 16 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$36

7 - 10 min

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Remains of Emperor Nero's grand 3-floor villa complex, originally decorated with colorful frescoes.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$90

15 - 18 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

11 - 14 min

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Ancient sculpture museum, in a former power plant, with Greek & Roman statues, busts & friezes.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$16

Day 4Capitoline Museums, National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian, National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

$82

$ 7

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$34

11 - 14 min

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National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$26

24 - 29 min

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National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

16th-century palace exhibiting rich, Etruscan antiquities, including ornate jewelry & sarcophagi.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$22

Day 5MACRO, Borghese Gallery and Museum, Capuchin Crypt, National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

$86

$ 7

Art museum in a revamped brewery, with edgy exhibits & installations from post-WWII world artists.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$40

5 - 6 min

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Museum & 500-year-old monastery, with a crypt known for its elaborately arranged skulls & bones.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$18

11 - 14 min

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National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

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

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$28

Budget breakdown: $616 In total

Activities & Food:$586

Transport:$30