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3 Days in Rome: Unveiling the Eternal City

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cristina lookuy

29 Sep 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Rome's iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Explore the ancient wonders of the Colosseum, marvel at the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica, and immerse yourself in the artistic treasures of the Vatican Museums. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Eternal City!

Trip to Rome

Day 1
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$64

Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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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.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Villa Borghese
Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM
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$64
9 - 14 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.
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$64

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$ 10

Park of the Aqueducts
Protected parkland with a Roman aqueduct & ancient archaeological sites, plus a former mill.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$64
14 - 21 min

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Circus Maximus
Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$147

Vatican Museums
Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$105
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
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Castel Sant'Angelo
Circular, 2nd-century castle housing furniture & paintings collections in Renaissance apartments.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$41
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.
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $284 In total

Activities & Food:$274
Transport:$10