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A Roman Adventure: 4 Days in the Eternal City

Nik K

9 Oct 2023

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Join me on an unforgettable journey through the ancient streets of Rome. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Eternal City.

Trip to Rome

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$278

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$ 10

Sugo D'Oro

The kingdom of fresh handmade pasta, pizzas, traditional Roman dishes, meat and fish, and you can also find some vegetarian delicacies.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

5 - 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.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Trevi Fountain

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

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Largo di Torre Argentina

Archaeological site close to where Julius Caesar was killed, also home to a colony of cats.

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Roman Forum

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

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM

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$64

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Colosseum

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

2:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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$64

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Park of the Aqueducts

Protected parkland with a Roman aqueduct & ancient archaeological sites, plus a former mill.

4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Grandma Bistrot

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 2

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$150

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$ 15

Trattoria Moderna

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$63

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Teatro Marcello

Roman theater started by Julius Caesar & pre-dating the Colosseum, the setting for summer concerts.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Campidoglio

Hilltop square designed by Michelangelo, lined with museums & offering views of the Roman forum.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II

Grand marble neoclassical temple honoring Italy's first king & First World War soldiers.

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Spanish Steps

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

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore

Landmark papal basilica founded in the 5th century & known for its Roman mosaics & gilded ceiling.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano

Landmark cathedral, the Pope's official seat, with ornate 1700s facade & statues of the Apostles.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Hosteria cannavota

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$87

Day 3

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$255

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$ 5

Anni 60

In a strategic spot between Navona square and Tiber river, you can find a small bistrot surrounded by photographs that will take you back to the 60s.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Fiumi Fountain

Classical 17th-century fountain, a homage to 4 rivers, featuring a Roman obelisk topped by a dove.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Campo de' Fiori

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

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

St. Peter's Basilica

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Sistine Chapel

Famous chapel in the Vatican Museums, best known for Michelangelo's 16th-century painted ceiling.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Vatican Museums

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

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$105

3 - 4 min

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Directions

La Locanda di Pietro

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$90

Day 4

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$198

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$ 25

Himalaya Palace

Himalaya Palace è un ristorante indiano a Roma con specialità indiane in zona Monteverde, Colli Portuensi, Giannicolense che, dagli anni Novanta, porta i lontani sapori dell'India nella capitale italiana...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$63

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Villa Doria Pamphili

Landscaped park on ancient noble Roman estate, with open-air concerts, nature trails & fountain.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Castel Sant'Angelo

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$41

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Piazza del Popolo

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

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Piazza Navona

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

1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

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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.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Circus Maximus

Green space & remains of a stone & marble arena that could seat 250,000 Romans for chariot races.

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Basilica of Saint Paul Outside The Walls

Magnificent papal basilica dating from the 4th century, with tomb of St Paul & elegant cloisters.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Verde Pistacchio

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$93

Budget breakdown: $935 In total

Activities & Food:$880

Transport:$55