3 Day Itinerary for Rome Visual Story

By Loredana Elena

Introduction

3 Day Itinerary for Rome Visual Story

3 Days is just enough time to scratch the surface of Rome, and this jam-packed...

DAY 1

Get to Know the Famous Romans

Rome, also known as 'The Eternal City', was founded in 753 BC by the Romans...

DAY 1 - STOP 1

The Roman Forum

The Roman Forum is a rectangular plaza that was once the centre of everyday Roman...

DAY 1 - STOP 2

Palatine Hill

Palatine Hill is where Rome was founded. It is one of the most ancient famous...

DAY 1 - STOP 3

Colosseum

Nothing brings to mind the ancient Romans more than the famous Colosseum. Built around 70...

DAY 1 - STOP 4

Baths of Trajan

The Baths of Trajan are the remains of a recreational complex and ancient Roman baths...

DAY 1 - STOP 5

Capitoline Museum

Capitoline Museum is located on top of Capitoline Hill in Rome and is considered to...

DAY 1 - STOP 6

Pantheon

The last stop is the Pantheon - the temple of all gods. Located about a...

DAY 2

A History Lesson in the Vatican City

The Vatican City, a city-state in Rome known as the 'Holy See,' is home to...

DAY 2 - STOP 1

St. Peter's Square

St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro) is in front of St. Peter's Basilica and is...

DAY 2 - STOP 2

St. Peter's Basilica

Located in the heart of the Vatican City, right by the Piazza San Pietro, is...

DAY 2 - STOP 3

The Vatican Museums

The Vatican Museums are a group of art museums under one name. All of them...

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DAY 2 - STOP 4

Pergamino Cafe

Pergamino Cafe is conveniently located no more than a 5-minute walk from the Vatican Museums...

DAY 2 - STOP 5

The Vatican Gardens

After a busy day exploring and admiring the architecture and art of the Vatican City...

DAY 2 - STOP 6

Walk Along the Tiber River

Once you are done with your guided tour of the Vatican Gardens, start to head...

Destguides

DAY 2 - STOP 7

Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere

Built in the 3rd century, the Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere - or the...

DAY 2 - STOP 8

Trastevere District

Trastevere neighbourhood is a hip, bohemian area of Rome that tends to attract the younger...

DAY 2 - STOP 9

Tiber Island

Tiber Island, or Isola Tiberina in Italian, is a charming little island located in the...

DAY 3

Walking Tour of More Historical Sights in Rome

For your third day in Rome, explore more of the city's famous European landmarks, such...

DAY 3 - STOP 1

Castel Sant'Angelo

Begin your third day a little later than usual at Castel Sant'Angelo, which was built...

DAY 3 - STOP 2

Stroll Through Piazza Navona

Nothing evokes Italian culture more than the Piazza Navona. While walking through the square, soak...

DAY 3 - STOP 3

Largo di Torre Argentina

The Largo di Torre Argentina is a bit of an odd attraction. Once a tower...

Destguides

DAY 3 - STOP 4

Lunch at Pizza Florida

I don't have much to say about this place other than it has amazing pizza...

Destguides

DAY 3 - STOP 5

Altar of the Fatherland

The Altar of the Fatherland Monument, also known as the Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II...

DAY 3 - STOP 6

Trajan's Column

Trajan's Column is a free-standing structure built to honour Emperor Trajan. It is known for...

DAY 3 - STOP 7

Trajan's Market

Trajan's Market is not just another site of Roman Ruins, although technically it is, as...

DAY 3 - STOP 8

Trevi Fountain

You have probably already noticed that there are a lot of fountains in Rome, and...

DAY 3 - STOP 9

Spanish Steps - Scalina Spagna

The Scalina Spagna, or the Spanish Steps, is a set of 138 Roman Baroque-style steps...

DAY 3 - STOP 10

Villa Borghese Gardens

It is nice to finish your last long day of exploring in Rome by surrounding...

Conclusion

In Summary,

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