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4 Days in Rome: A Journey Through History and Beauty

Imagic O.

27 Sep 2023

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Join me on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Rome, where we'll explore iconic landmarks like the Trevi Fountain, Vatican Museums, and Colosseum. Immerse yourself in the rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture of the Eternal City.

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Day 1

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$170

Fontana del Tritone

17th-century baroque fountain in a public square, featuring a sea god surrounded by dolphins.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Trevi Fountain

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

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Piazza di Spagna

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

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Villa Borghese

Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.

11:15 AM - 1:15 PM

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$85

6 - 9 min

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Bioparco di Roma

Zoo with elephants & Komodo dragons, animal feeding sessions, a theater & summer camp for children.

1:45 PM - 3:45 PM

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$85

Day 2

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$140

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$ 14

Vatican Museums

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$140

18 - 22 min

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Piazza del Popolo

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

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

14 - 17 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.

12:45 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Pantheon

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

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$0

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$ 7

Sistine Chapel

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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St. Peter's Basilica

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Janiculum Hill

This historic, well-known hilltop terrace offers panoramic views of Rome.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

17 - 26 min

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Campo de' Fiori

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

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Piazza Navona

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

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

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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.

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$170

Colosseum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$85

8 - 11 min

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Arch of Titus

Triumphal arch with inscriptions & sculptures honoring the military victories of Emperor Titus.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Roman Forum

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$85

8 - 12 min

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Campidoglio

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

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

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Free

9 - 14 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.

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Circus Maximus

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

3:45 PM - 4:15 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $500 In total

Activities & Food:$480

Transport:$20