Roaming Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Cultural Treasures

Diego Quiroz

23 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover ancient marvels, awe-inspiring art, and indulge in authentic Italian cuisine. Join me as I explore the Eternal City's hidden gems and iconic landmarks.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Palazzo Farnese, Baths of Caracalla, and Roman Forum

$135

$ 20

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Renowned Renaissance palace built, in part, by Michelangelo, now used as French embassy, plus tours.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$39

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.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$45

11 - 14 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$51

Day 2Delight in Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Centrale Montemartini

$72

$ 15

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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

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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$48

8 - 11 min

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

10:10 AM - 10:50 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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

11:20 AM - 2:20 PM

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$24

Day 3Ascend Piazza di Spagna, Galleria Colonna Museo e Pinacoteca, and Colosseum

$102

$ 15

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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

8:00 AM - 8:40 AM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Private palace, mostly Baroque but dating to 1300s, with frescoed hall & Old Masters art collection.

9:10 AM - 12:10 PM

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$48

13 - 16 min

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

12:40 PM - 1:40 PM

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$54

Day 4Immerse in National Museum of Rome - Baths of Diocletian and Domus Aurea

$174

$ 15

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 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.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$39

11 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$135

Day 5Marvel at Borghese Gallery and Museum, and explore MACRO

$60

$ 10

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$60

11 - 16 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Journey through Imperial Fora and Capitoline Museums

$108

$ 10

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$57

8 - 12 min

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$51

Day 7Discover Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica

$51

$ 5

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$51

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 8Explore National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia and MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

$72

$ 15

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$33

9 - 11 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.

10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$39

Day 9Admire the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

$42

$ 10

Vatican Rome

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 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.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$42

Budget breakdown: $930 In total

Activities & Food:$816

Transport:$114