Experience Rome

Day 1: Arrival & Ancient Rome

Morning

• Arrive in Rome

• Check-in at your hotel (recommend: Hotel Artemide, Albergo del Senato, or a boutique stay in Monti)

• Light Italian breakfast – espresso & cornetto at Sant’Eustachio Il Caffè

Late Morning

• Explore the Colosseum (pre-book a guided tour or skip-the-line tickets)

• Stroll through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill – the heart of Ancient Rome

Lunch

• Try traditional Roman pasta at Taverna dei Fori Imperiali (near the Forum)

Afternoon

• Walk to Piazza Venezia and climb the Altare della Patria for panoramic views

• Casual wander or shopping around Via del Corso

Evening

• Aperitivo at Terrazza Borromini (rooftop view over Piazza Navona)

• Dinner in Trastevere – charming cobbled streets and trattorias (try Osteria da Zi’Umberto)

• Optional: Wine bar or gelato at Otaleg

Day 2: Vatican City & Prati

Morning

• Early tour of Vatican Museums (Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms – go with a guide or audio tour)

• Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and climb to the dome for incredible views

Lunch

• Light lunch in Prati – try Pizzarium Bonci for gourmet Roman pizza slices

Afternoon

• Optional: Explore Castel Sant’Angelo and stroll along the Tiber River

• Explore local boutiques in Prati or relax at Caffè Castroni

Evening

• Sunset walk across Ponte Sant’Angelo

• Dinner at Il Sorpasso (local favorite)

• Nightcap at Jerry Thomas Speakeasy (reservations recommended)

Day 3: Heart of Rome + Hidden Gems

Morning

• Breakfast near Campo de’ Fiori

• Explore Piazza Navona, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain

• Pop into quirky museums or artisan shops in the area

Lunch

• Lunch at Armando al Pantheon (classic Roman cuisine)

Afternoon

• Visit Villa Borghese and Galleria Borghese (reservations required)

• Rent a boat on the park’s lake or bike through the gardens

Evening

• Sunset at Pincian Terrace

• Aperitivo in Piazza del Popolo

• Dinner at La Carbonara in Monti

• Optional: Attend an opera or concert at Teatro dell’Opera di Roma

Day 4: Day Trip or Leisure Day

Option 1: Day Trip

• Take a short train to Tivoli

• Visit Villa d’Este (fountains & gardens) and Villa Adriana (Emperor Hadrian’s retreat)

• Lunch at Ristorante Sibilla (with a view of the ruins)

• Return to Rome in the evening

Option 2: Stay in Rome

• Visit Testaccio Market for food tastings and local life

• Relax at the Baths of Caracalla

• Wine tasting or pasta-making class in the afternoon

Evening

• Casual dinner at Emma Pizzeria

• Gelato at Frigidarium or Gelateria del Teatro

• Stroll through lit-up streets and admire Rome by night

Day 5: Last Glance & Departure

Morning

• Breakfast at Roscioli Caffè

• Visit Basilica di San Clemente or Santa Maria in Trastevere – peaceful and lesser known

• Pick up artisanal souvenirs (leather goods, ceramics, limoncello)

Lunch

• Final lunch at Trapizzino – a Roman street food must

Afternoon

• Return to your hotel, check out

• Transfer to the airport or train station