9 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

kirolos Yaacoub

12 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover awe-inspiring ancient ruins, immerse yourself in world-class art, and savor delectable Italian cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Eternal City!

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Roman Treasures and Iconic Plazas

$26

$ 4

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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$26

11 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Etruscan Art and Renaissance Splendor

$62

$ 7

National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia

16th-century palace exhibiting rich, Etruscan antiquities, including ornate jewelry & sarcophagi.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$22

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 11:10 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

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

11:40 AM - 1:40 PM

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$40

Day 3Roman Grandeur and Wishing at Trevi

$74

$ 4

Neo-Renaissance palace with a classical art collection including sculptures, mosaics & gold jewelry.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$74

7 - 9 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:10 PM

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Free

Day 4Contemporary Art and Architectural Wonder

$58

$ 4

MAXXI - National Museum of 21st Century Art

National museum of contemporary art & architecture in eye-catching, Zaha Hadid-designed building.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$26

16 - 20 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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$32

Day 5Modern Masterpieces and Historic Palaces

$64

$ 4

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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$28

20 - 24 min

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Art by Rubens and Titian, plus ornate furniture and tapestries in palatial, 18th-century apartments.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$36

Day 6Vatican Wonders and Baroque Beauty

$34

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$34

13 - 20 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.

12:30 PM - 1:10 PM

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Free

Day 7Fortress Exploration and Artistic Gems

$74

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$42

16 - 20 min

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Private palace, mostly Baroque but dating to 1300s, with frescoed hall & Old Masters art collection.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$32

Day 8Ancient Baths and Gladiatorial Marvels

$100

$ 4

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

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$30

8 - 10 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$36

11 - 16 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$34

Day 9Hidden Gem of Montemartini

$16

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $538 In total

Activities & Food:$508

Transport:$30