Rome Eternal City
The Colosseum, Vatican wonders, and Trevi Fountain wishes — three days walking through two millennia of history.
Trip overview
- Ancient Rome
- Vatican City
- Spanish Steps & Borghese
Best time to visit
April–June and September–October are ideal. Summers are hot and crowded; winters are mild but rainy.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · Ancient Rome
- 🏛️09:00Colosseum & Roman Forum
- 🍝13:00Trastevere pasta lunch
- ⛪16:00Pantheon & Piazza Navona
- ⛲19:30Trevi Fountain & gelato
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Day 2 · Vatican City
- 🖼️08:00Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
- ⛪12:00St. Peter's Basilica & dome climb
- 🏰15:00Castel Sant'Angelo
- 🍕19:00Roman pizza & wine in Monti
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Day 3 · Spanish Steps & Borghese
- 🎨09:00Galleria Borghese
- 🛍️12:00Spanish Steps & luxury shopping
- 🚲15:00Appian Way bike ride
- 🍷19:00Supplì & aperitivo farewell
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Budget
Estimated total cost: 500 EUR for 3 days.
Includes accommodation, local transport, food, and activities. International flights not included.
Travel tips
- April–June and September–October are ideal. Summers are hot and crowded; winters are mild but rainy.
- Carry local currency for small eateries and street food; cards are widely accepted in cities.
- Book popular restaurants in advance during peak season.
- Use public transit where possible — most stops in Rome are tourist-friendly.
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