Heart of the Ancient Roman Empire: Day 1 and 2 Itinerary, Rome, Italy
Rome is not just today’s capital of Italy, it was also the heart of the Roman Empire and a key part of ancient history. Because of this, Rome is the perfect example of blending a modern city with ancient histories and ruins. With world-renowned landmarks such as the Colosseum and the world’s smallest sovereign state of Vatican City landlocked within, it is no wonder why Rome is one of the most visited cities in Italy. This 3-day Rome itinerary will help you plan the must-sees for a first-time visitor, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Square as well as its historic district (Centro Storico).
Do also refer to my Italy Travel Guide for an overview of Italy including tips on budget, safety and food.
This 3-day Rome itinerary is designed generally to suit first-time visitors. That would include the must-see sights of the Colosseum, Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel as well as the historic centre (Centro Storico). 3 days is typically the most optimal time you need to be able to comfortably cover the essence of the city, but I will also suggest itineraries for shorter stays in this article.
For a start, you may wish to browse some of the activities available* to have an idea of what you’d be interested in to include in your Rome itinerary, in case you have any other more specific interests. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Do also refer to my Italy Travel Guide for an overview of Italy including tips on budget, safety and food.
This 3-day Rome itinerary is designed generally to suit first-time visitors. That would include the must-see sights of the Colosseum, Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel as well as the historic centre (Centro Storico). 3 days is typically the most optimal time you need to be able to comfortably cover the essence of the city, but I will also suggest itineraries for shorter stays in this article.
For a start, you may wish to browse some of the activities available* to have an idea of what you’d be interested in to include in your Rome itinerary, in case you have any other more specific interests. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Heart of the Ancient Roman Empire: Day 1 and 2 Itinerary
Guide Location: Italy » Rome
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Tommy Ong
Read it on Author's Website: https://footprintsleftabroad.com/3-day-rome-itinerary-heart-of-the-ancient-roman-empire/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Italy » Rome
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Tommy Ong
Read it on Author's Website: https://footprintsleftabroad.com/3-day-rome-itinerary-heart-of-the-ancient-roman-empire/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Colosseum
- Palatine Hills
- Roman Forum
- Sistine Chapel
- Roma Termini
- Piazza Navona
- Trevi Fountain
- Spanish Steps
- Pantheon
- Prati
- Testaccio
- Trastevere
- Monti
- Esquillino
- Castro Pretorio
- Trattoria Da Enzo
- Alice Pizza
- Scialla the Original Street Food
- Dal Toscano
- Roma Sparita
- Naumachia
- La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali
- Hosteria Grappolo d’oro
- Ponte e Parione
- Pancrazio dal 1922
- Armando al Pantheon
- Oro Bistrot
- AcquaRoof Terrazza Molinari
- Ponte e Parione
- Naumachia
- Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II
- the Campidoglio Square
- Capitoline Museums
- Arco di Costantino
- Naumachia Ristorante
- La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali
- La Prezzemolina
- House of Augustus
- House of Livia
- Terrazza Belvedere del Palatino
- Via dei Fori Imperiali
- Central Museum of the Risorgimento
- Campidoglio Square
- Palazzo Senatorio
- Palazzo dei Conservatori
- Palazzo Nuovo
- Oro Bistrot
- Restorante Roma Sparita
- Vatican Museums
- Sistine Chapel
- Villa Borghese
- Circo Massimo
- Knights of Malta Keyhole
- St Peter’s Square and Basilica
- Church of Santa Maria della Concezione
- Galleria Borghese
- Piazza del Popolo
- Aventine Keyhole
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