Roaming through Rome

Megha ramesh

30 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day journey through the Eternal City, uncovering ancient marvels, art treasures, and vibrant piazzas. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Rome, from the iconic Colosseum to the Vatican Museums. Indulge in authentic pizza and gelato along the way. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Artistic Gems of Villa Borghese

$40

Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$40

Day 2Immersing in Modern Art at Piazza di Spagna

$28

$ 4

National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$28

17 - 21 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:10 PM

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Free

Day 3Discovering the Majestic Fountains and Squares of Rome

$32

$ 4

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

7 - 10 min

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

9:10 AM - 9:40 AM

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$32

6 - 9 min

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

10:10 AM - 10:50 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.

11:20 AM - 12:20 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Secluded public square with fragrant orange trees, medieval walls & views over the city & Tiber.

12:50 PM - 1:35 PM

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Free

Day 4Delving into the Captivating Capitoline Museums

$34

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$34

Day 5Exploring the Ancient Baths of Diocletian

$26

National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$26

Day 6Immersing in Contemporary Art at MAXXI

$26

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 7Unraveling the Ancient Ruins of Baths of Caracalla and Colosseum

$100

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

9 - 11 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$36

11 - 16 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$34

Day 8Journeying through Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica

$34

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

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 9Admiring the Panoramic Views from Janiculum Hill

$42

$ 4

This historic, well-known hilltop terrace offers panoramic views of Rome.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$42

Day 10Conquering Castel Sant'Angelo and Bidding Farewell to Rome

Budget breakdown: $376 In total

Activities & Food:$362

Transport:$14