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5 Days in Rome: Ancient Marvels and Authentic Delights

juan salvador leyes

8 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the historic streets of Rome, discovering ancient marvels and indulging in authentic Italian delights. From the iconic Colosseum to the breathtaking Vatican Museums, this itinerary will immerse you in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Baroque Splendor to Roman Treasures

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$150

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$ 7

Caffetteria Barcaccia

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

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.

9:00 AM - 9:40 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Borghese Gallery and Museum

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

10:10 AM - 12:10 PM

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$40

7 - 9 min

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National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo

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

12:40 PM - 4:40 PM

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$74

Day 2Contemporary Art and Timeless Wonders

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$92

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$ 7

20MQ Design & Derivati

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$34

6 - 9 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.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$26

15 - 18 min

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Piazza del Popolo

Grand, landmark square centered by Rome's oldest obelisk & the site of the city's northern gate.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Trevi Fountain

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

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Pantheon

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

4:10 PM - 4:40 PM

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$32

Day 3Exploring Ancient Ruins and Majestic Palaces

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$152

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$ 4

Polleria Lima

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

16 - 24 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$28

23 - 28 min

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Roman Forum

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$34

7 - 10 min

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Palatine Hill

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$40

8 - 11 min

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Colosseum

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

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$36

Day 4Divine Art and Architectural Grandeur

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$122

La Cucaracha

La Cucaracha è un ristorante messicano che svolge la propria attività a Roma. Il ristorante offre alla propria clientela la possibilità di effettuare un vero e proprio percorso dei cinque sensi: vista i colori dellarte di Frida Kahlo, olfatto e gusto i profumi e i sapori dei piatti proposti, udit...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

6 - 9 min

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Vatican Museums

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$34

13 - 20 min

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St. Peter's Basilica

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Apostolic Palace

Grand pillared Vatican City residence for the Pope with papal apartments & the Vatican Museums.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

16 - 24 min

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Castel Sant'Angelo

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$42

12 - 17 min

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Piazza Navona

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

5:30 PM - 6:10 PM

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Free

Day 5Hidden Gems and Imperial Remnants

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$206

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$ 7

Bar Brunori

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

12 - 18 min

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Baths of Caracalla

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$30

17 - 21 min

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Domus Aurea

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

16 - 20 min

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Imperial Fora

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

8 - 12 min

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Capitoline Museums

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

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$34

Budget breakdown: $746 In total

Activities & Food:$722

Transport:$24