🏛️ Roman Adventure: 8 Days in the Eternal City

Kevin Mao

19 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and delectable cuisine. Uncover the secrets of the Vatican Museums, marvel at the grandeur of the Colosseum, and immerse yourself in the artistic treasures of Borghese Gallery. Get ready for an unforgettable Roman adventure!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Encounters at Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica

$34

$ 7

Hotel de Russie

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$34

13 - 20 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

•

Free

Day 2Secrets of Castel Sant'Angelo, Piazza Navona, and Trevi Fountain

$74

$ 7

Hotel de Russie

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$42

12 - 17 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM

•

Free

7 - 10 min

Directions

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

11:40 AM - 12:10 PM

•

$32

8 - 11 min

Directions

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

12:40 PM - 1:20 PM

•

Free

Day 3Unveiling Ancient Rome: Domus Aurea, Baths of Caracalla, and Colosseum

$156

$ 14

Hotel de Russie

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

•

$90

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

•

$30

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

•

$36

Day 4Time Travel through Roman History: National Museum of Rome & Roman Forum

$60

$ 10

Hotel de Russie

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

•

$26

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

$34

Day 5Journey into the Past at National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo

$74

$ 7

Hotel de Russie

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

Neo-Renaissance palace with a classical art collection including sculptures, mosaics & gold jewelry.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

•

$74

Day 6Artistic Splendors at Borghese Gallery and Museum

$40

$ 7

Hotel de Russie

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$40

Day 7Contemporary Delights at MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

$26

$ 7

Hotel de Russie

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

•

$26

Day 8Captivating Art and History: National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art & Capitoline Museums

$62

$ 7

Hotel de Russie

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 29 min

Directions

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

•

$28

16 - 20 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

•

$34

Budget breakdown: $589 In total

Activities & Food:$526

Transport:$63