Rome in 4 Days
A balanced first-timer plan: the ancient city, the Vatican, baroque Rome and a slow Trastevere finale.
Estimated daily costs
Day 1
$110
Day 2
$130
Day 3
$120
Day 4
$95
The plan
Day 1
Rome cityArrival into Fiumicino, train to Termini, drop bags and head straight to the Colosseum for the earliest available slot, then end the day on Palatine Hill.
Activities
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum
- Palatine Hill
Where to eat
- Pizza near Monti
- Gelato on the walk back
Day 2
Vatican / PratiMorning at the Vatican: dome climb first, then the basilica and the Museums for the Sistine Chapel.
Activities
- St Peter's dome
- St Peter's Basilica
- Vatican Museums
Where to eat
- Pasta at lunch near the Vatican
- Roman-style pizzeria
Day 3
Rome cityThe baroque walking day: Pantheon, Piazza Navona, early Trevi and the Spanish Steps before a late Ghetto lunch.
Activities
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Trevi Fountain
- Spanish Steps
Where to eat
- Jewish Ghetto lunch
- Campo de' Fiori market snacks
Day 4
Rome citySlow goodbye: Trastevere morning, Testaccio or Campo market, then train back to the airport in the afternoon.
Activities
- Trastevere wander
- Testaccio market
Where to eat
- Trattoria in Trastevere
Where to stay
Recommended places to base yourself during this trip.
Hotel Artemide
Rome
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