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4 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Wonders

Paul Florin

Paul Florin

19 Nov 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Rome's iconic landmarks, from the majestic Colosseum to the enchanting Trevi Fountain. Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

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Day 1
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$18

Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$18
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.
No time set
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Free
17 - 26 min

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Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.
No time set
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Largo di Torre Argentina
Archaeological site close to where Julius Caesar was killed, also home to a colony of cats.
No time set
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Piazza Navona
Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.
9:30 AM - 10:10 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$17

Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$17
16 - 23 min

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Trevi Fountain
Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.
9:30 AM - 10:10 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Church of Saint Ignatius of Loyola
17th-century Roman Catholic church with trompe l'oeil ceilings & frescoes depicting St Ignatius.
No time set
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Teatro Marcello
Roman theater started by Julius Caesar & pre-dating the Colosseum, the setting for summer concerts.
No time set
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Free
7 - 10 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.
No time set
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Free
Day 3
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$17

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$ 5

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
19 - 23 min

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Church of St. Louis of the French
France's baroque national church in Rome, known for the Caravaggio paintings in its chapel.
No time set
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Chiesa del Gesù
Consecrated in 1584, this lavish church has a richly decorated interior by Giacomo della Porta.
No time set
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Porta Portese
Vast Sunday flea market with hundreds of stalls for new & used clothing, media & home goods.
No time set
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Turtle Fountain
Elegant Renaissance fountain with bronze figures of young men, turtles & dolphins, in paved piazza.
No time set
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Free
Day 4
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$16

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$ 2

St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Sant'Agnese in Agone
17th-century church with frescoes, large-scale sculptures & a shrine containing St Agnes' skull.
No time set
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$16
2 - 3 min

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Basilica of Saint Mary of Minerva
Lavish Gothic church known for its medieval tombs, Michelangelo sculpture & elephant obelisk.
No time set
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Tiber Island
Compact island in a bend of the River Tiber with a number of historical buildings & monuments.
No time set
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Free

Budget breakdown: $75 In total

Activities & Food:$68
Transport:$7