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3 Days in Rome: A Journey through History and Culture

Samantha S

Samantha S

30 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure in Rome, exploring ancient ruins, magnificent basilicas, and iconic landmarks. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

Day 1
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$143

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$ 14

Marini Park Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Marini Park Hotel
Bright rooms in a casual hotel offering a laid-back bar, a terrace & complimentary parking.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Gallo Matto
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$40
8 - 10 min

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Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore
Landmark papal basilica founded in the 5th century & known for its Roman mosaics & gilded ceiling.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Spanish Steps
Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Piazza di Spagna
Refined 18th-century square, location of the Spanish Steps & the Church of Trinità dei Monti.
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$43
Caffè Propaganda
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$60
Marini Park Hotel
Bright rooms in a casual hotel offering a laid-back bar, a terrace & complimentary parking.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$170

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$ 7

Marini Park Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Marini Park Hotel
Bright rooms in a casual hotel offering a laid-back bar, a terrace & complimentary parking.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
14 - 21 min

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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
$42
9 - 14 min

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Sistine Chapel
Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 20 min

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Vatican Museums
Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$70
6 - 9 min

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St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Pizza Zizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$58
Marini Park Hotel
Bright rooms in a casual hotel offering a laid-back bar, a terrace & complimentary parking.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$128

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$ 14

Marini Park Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Marini Park Hotel
Bright rooms in a casual hotel offering a laid-back bar, a terrace & complimentary parking.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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Merulana Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$40
13 - 16 min

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Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
Landmark cathedral, the Pope's official seat, with ornate 1700s facade & statues of the Apostles.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
15 - 22 min

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Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$28
12 - 18 min

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Campo de' Fiori
Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Campidoglio
Hilltop square designed by Michelangelo, lined with museums & offering views of the Roman forum.
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Circus Maximus
Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.
5:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Free
Apuleius
Cucina Italiana all'Aventino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$60
Marini Park Hotel
Bright rooms in a casual hotel offering a laid-back bar, a terrace & complimentary parking.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $473 In total

Activities & Food:$440
Transport:$33