5 Days in Rome: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Cindy Kassis

19 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the Eternal City, as you explore iconic landmarks, immerse in rich history, and savor delectable cuisine. Discover the secrets of Rome's ancient marvels and indulge in authentic pizza along the way.

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Day 1Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum - Unveiling Rome's Architectural Gems

$68

$ 7

Hotel Colosseum

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

6 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 9:40 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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

10:10 AM - 11:10 AM

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$36

Day 2Spanish Steps, Borghese Gallery and Museum - Artistic Wonders and Breathtaking Views

$40

$ 10

Hotel Colosseum

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

9:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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$40

Day 3Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna, Campo de' Fiori, Roman Forum - Unraveling Rome's Historic Treasures

$34

$ 10

Hotel Colosseum

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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

8:00 AM - 8:40 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

9:10 AM - 9:50 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

10:20 AM - 11:20 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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

11:50 AM - 12:50 PM

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$34

Day 4Vatican Museums - A Journey Through Art and Spirituality

$34

$ 7

Hotel Colosseum

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$34

Day 5St. Peter's Basilica, Castel Sant'Angelo - Divine Beauty and Medieval Grandeur

$42

$ 10

Hotel Colosseum

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$42

Budget breakdown: $261 In total

Activities & Food:$218

Transport:$43