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Roman Adventure: 10 Days of History, Art, and Pizza!

Daria Onofrei

5 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's ancient marvels, world-renowned museums, and mouthwatering pizza joints. Discover the secrets of the Colosseum, soak in the beauty of the Trevi Fountain, and indulge in authentic Italian pizza. Join me as I explore the Eternal City and immerse myself in its rich history, art, and culinary delights.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Citrus Paradise and Gladiatorial Spectacle

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$57

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$ 4

Giardino degli Aranci

Secluded public square with fragrant orange trees, medieval walls & views over the city & Tiber.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Colosseum

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

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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$18

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Baths of Caracalla

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

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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$15

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Elleniko

cucina greca

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 2Artistic Fusion and Pizza Delight

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$22

Centrale Montemartini

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Pizza Luigi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

Day 3Roman Baths, Spanish Steps, and Coffee Tradition

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$36

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$ 2

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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$13

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Piazza di Spagna

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

11:30 AM - 12:10 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Antico Caffè Greco

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$23

Day 4Renaissance Masterpieces and Culinary Delights

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$60

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$ 2

Borghese Gallery and Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Trevi Fountain

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

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Pantheon

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

11:40 AM - 12:10 PM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Antica Salumeria

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 5Contemporary Art, Ancient Ruins, and Vibrant Markets

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$29

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$ 4

MACRO

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Roman Forum

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$17

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Campo de' Fiori

Popular local produce market in a public square, selling fruit, vegetables & general goods.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Campo dè Fiori 27 Suites

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

Day 6Modern Art and Legendary Pizza

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$39

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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$14

12 - 17 min

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Directions

L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele

L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele si trova all’interno del museo Explora su via Flaminia, vicino a Piazza del Popolo e alla relativa fermata della metro A, e dispone di un giardino interno proprio sotto la collina di Villa Borghese...

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 7Grand Squares, Museums, and Irish Pub Vibes

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$32

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$ 2

Piazza Navona

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

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Capitoline Museums

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

9:10 AM - 12:10 PM

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$17

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Scholars Lounge

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

Day 8Vatican Wonders and Divine Pizza

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$30

Vatican Museums

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$17

13 - 20 min

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Directions

St. Peter's Basilica

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Pizza Zizza

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 9Panoramic Views, Castles, and Gelato Heaven

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$48

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$ 2

Janiculum Hill

This historic, well-known hilltop terrace offers panoramic views of Rome.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Castel Sant'Angelo

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$21

7 - 10 min

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Directions

L'Arena del Gelato

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$27

Day 10Unforgettable Farewell to the Eternal City

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$0

Budget breakdown: $367 In total

Activities & Food:$353

Transport:$14