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A Roman Adventure: 4 Days in the Eternal City

Carmen Eliana Realpe

Carmen Eliana Realpe

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's iconic landmarks and ancient wonders. Explore the Vatican Museums, marvel at the Sistine Chapel, visit St. Peter's Basilica, and toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

Day 1
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$70

Vatican Museums
Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$70
9 - 14 min

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Sistine Chapel
Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 2
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$28

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$ 4

St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$28
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.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
Free
Day 3
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$65

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$ 4

Baths of Caracalla
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
$23
9 - 11 min

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Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$43
17 - 26 min

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Mouth of Truth
Carving of man's face on ancient manhole cover, a popular attraction due to the myth attached to it.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 4
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$43

Arch of Constantine
A 21m-high Roman structure made up of 3 arches decorated with figures & battle scenes.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$43
16 - 24 min

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Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
15 - 22 min

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Piazza di Spagna
Refined 18th-century square, location of the Spanish Steps & the Church of Trinità dei Monti.
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $212 In total

Activities & Food:$205
Transport:$7