5 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

Tom Leitch

18 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the heart of Rome, as you discover iconic landmarks, immerse in rich history, and savor authentic Italian cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Eternal City!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Marvels of Piazza Navona, Colosseum, and Pantheon

$68

$ 14

Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

9:10 AM - 10:10 AM

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$36

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

10:40 AM - 11:10 AM

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$32

Day 2Delights of Campo de' Fiori, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza di Spagna

$34

$ 10

Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$34

16 - 23 min

Directions

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

11:00 AM - 11:40 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

12:10 PM - 12:50 PM

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Free

Day 3Spiritual Splendors at St. Peter's Basilica and Piazza del Popolo

$ 10

Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

Grand, landmark square centered by Rome's oldest obelisk & the site of the city's northern gate.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 4Artistic Treasures at the Vatican Museums

$34

$ 7

Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$34

Day 5Majestic Castel Sant'Angelo and the Enchanting Borghese Gallery

$82

$ 10

Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$42

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$40

Budget breakdown: $268 In total

Activities & Food:$218

Transport:$50