3 Days in Rome: History and Art Itinerary
This balanced, deeply satisfying three day journey allows for a proper, immersive exploration of the city's distinct historical eras. It cleverly dedicates one full day to the sheer power of the ancient empire, another to the breathtaking spiritual grandeur of the Vatican, and the final day to the elegant art and romantic squares of the Renaissance. The pacing is comfortable, leaving ample time to enjoy long, leisurely lunches and appreciate the vibrant local street life. It offers a comprehensive, highly enriching overview of the cultural and architectural evolution of the capital. It is the ideal introductory tour for first time visitors.
1 The Ancient Heart
- MORNING
The Colosseum
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 82, making it 1944 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 5,832,996 (2022)
- Exhibition Items
- 140
- Wi-Fi
- Free
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
- Architectural Styles
- Ancient Roman
- Founders
- Vespasian
WEB & AMENITIES
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The Roman Forum
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In -800, making it 2826 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
WEB & AMENITIES
- AFTERNOON
The Vittoriano Monument
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 2000, making it 26 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 487,167 (2020)
- Exhibition Items
- 100
- Wi-Fi
- Free
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
- Architectural Styles
- NeoclassicalEclectic
- Architects
- Giuseppe Sacconi
- EVENING
Capitoline Museums
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Possible Cost
- €20
- Established
- In 1471, making it 555 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 411,217 (2022)
- Exhibition Items
- 6,756
- Wi-Fi
- Free
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
- Architects
- Michelangelo
- Founders
- Sixtus Iv
WEB & AMENITIES
FacilitiesArchive BuildingBookstoreCaféCloakroomLibraryPhoto ArchiveRestoration LaboratoryAccessibilityWheelchair Accessible
2 Vatican Glory and Baroque Charm
- MORNING
St. Peter's Basilica
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1506, making it 520 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 11,000,000 (2018)
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Part Of Unesco World Heritage Site
- Architectural Styles
- RenaissanceBaroque
- Architects
- Antonio Da Sangallo The YoungerBaldassare PeruzziBernardo RossellinoCarlo MadernoDonato BramanteGiacomo Barozzi Da VignolaGiacomo Della PortaGian Lorenzo BerniniGiovanni GiocondoGiuliano Da SangalloMichelangeloPirro LigorioRaphael
- Founders
- Julius Ii
WEB & AMENITIES
- AFTERNOON
Piazza Navona
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ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architectural Styles
- Baroque
- Architects
- Francesco BorrominiGian Lorenzo Bernini
- EVENING
The Pantheon
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 128, making it 1898 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 4,926,809 (2022)
- Exhibition Items
- 50
- Wi-Fi
- No
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
- Architectural Styles
- Ancient Roman
- Architects
- Apollodorus Of Damascus
3 Aristocratic Parks and Bohemian Streets
- MORNING
Villa Borghese Gardens
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1605, making it 421 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Founders
- Paul VScipione Borghese
WEB & AMENITIES
- MORNING
Borghese Gallery
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1903, making it 123 years old
- Annual Visitors
- 544,290 (2022)
- Exhibition Items
- 540
- Wi-Fi
- No
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Heritage Status
- Italian National Heritage
- Architects
- Flaminio PonzioGiovanni Vasanzio
- Founders
- Scipione Borghese
WEB & AMENITIES
FacilitiesArchive BuildingBookstoreCaféCloakroomLibraryPhoto ArchiveRestoration LaboratoryAccessibilityWheelchair Accessible - AFTERNOON
Spanish Steps
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1726, making it 300 years old
ARCHITECTURE & HERITAGE
- Architectural Styles
- Baroque
- EVENING
Wandering Trastevere
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OVERVIEW & STATS
- Established
- In 1300, making it 726 years old
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