THE BEST OFROME TRIP PLAN

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Castle of the Holy Angel / Castel Sant’AngeloAn edifice built by the emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century served in thepast as a castle and a prison. Nowadays it serves as a museum.

Lungotevere Castello 50, 00186 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.90310, E12.46640Opening hours:Every day except Mondays: 9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.Last admission: 6:30 p.m.Admission:Full: €10.50Reduced (EU citizens 18-25): €7EU citizens under 18 and over 65: freeThe reduced ticket price is subject to change during exhibitions.

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on foot: 0.8 km (11 mins) Get directions

Navona Square / Piazza NavonaTake a walk around and see the large square crowned by the Fountain ofthe Four Rivers, as well as an Egyptian obelisk and other monuments.

GPS: N41.89903, E12.47307

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on foot: 1.2 km (15 mins) Get directions

Trevi Fountain / Fontana di TreviA stunning, elaborate Baroque gem of a fountain. This famous sight is amust while in the city. Beautiful even at night.

Via della Stamperia, 00187 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.90107, E12.48338

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by car: 2.9 km (11 mins) Get directions

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St Peter’s Square / Piazza San PietroAfter visiting the Basilica di San Pietro in the Vatican City, also pay attentionto this square with an Egyptian obelisk in its center.

Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Vatican City, VaticanGPS: N41.90225, E12.45720

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on foot: 1.3 km (16 mins) Get directions

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Sistine Chapel / Cappella SistinaWorld-famous chapel hiding fresco paintings by artists such as Michelan-gelo and Sandro Botticelli. It’s definitely a must visit when in Rome.

Viale Vaticano, 00165 Vatican City, ItalyGPS: N41.90303, E12.45438Phone:+39 06 69884676Opening hours:Mon – Sat: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Last Sun of the month: 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m, admission freeAdmission:Adults: €16Reduced (children 6-18, students till 27): €8Disabled visitors, children (under 6): freeThe ticket allows access to all of the Vatican museums.

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on foot: 0.1 km (1 min) Get directions

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St Peter’s Basilica / Basilica di San PietroVisit one of Rome’s Renaissance masterpieces. This magnificent basilica isdecorated by masters such as Michelangelo and Carlo Maderno.

Piazza San Pietro, 00165 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.90242, E12.45325Phone:+39 698 83731Opening hours:Basilica:Apr – Sep: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.Oct – Mar: 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Dome:Apr – Sep: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.Oct – Mar: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.Admission:The basilica can be entered for free.The dome:Lift: €7Steps: €5Decent clothing is necessary.

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on foot: 0.9 km (12 mins) Get directions

Vatican Museums / Musei VaticaniThese museums display the vast collection of artwork collected by theCatholic church and its popes. Many gems by Renaissance artists.

Viale Vaticano, 00165 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.90685, E12.45424Opening hours:Mon – Sat: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Last Sun of the month: free entrance; open 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Admission:Adults: €16Reduced (children 6-18, students till 27): €8Disabled visitors, children (under 6): freeThe ticket allows access to all of the Vatican museums.

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Hadrian’s Villa / Villa AdrianaThe home of the Roman Emperor, a crucial archaeological site and a sightto behold – both for the architecture and the artefacts. Must-see.

GPS: N41.94194, E12.77528Opening hours:Open daily: 9 a.m. – between 3.30 p.m. – 6 p.m. (season dependent)Admission:Entrance fee: €6.50

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by car: 6.7 km (15 mins) Get directions

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Villa d’EsteA breath-taking staple of Renaissance architecture and gardening. An ab-solute must-see for the sheer beauty.

GPS: N41.96250, E12.79611Phone:+39 04 45 35 70 99Opening hours:Tue – Sun: 8.30 a.m. – closing an hour before sunsetAdmission:Jun – Nov: Full ticket: €11Reduced ticket: €8Nov – May: Full ticket: €8Reduced ticket: €4

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by car: 46.4 km (55 mins) Get directions

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Subiaco Abbey / Abbazia di Santa ScolasticaEnveloping the cave where St. Benedict lived as a hermit, this outstand-ingly decorated monastery is not to be missed.

GPS: N41.91667, E13.11861

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PantheonWitness the beauty of one of the best preserved Roman buildings. Thestructure was rebuilt in the 2nd century by the emperor Hadrian.

Piazza della Rotonda, 00186 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.89861, E12.47682Phone:+39 06 68300230Opening hours:Mon – Sat: 9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.Sun: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.Midweek holidays: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Admission:Free entrance.

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TrastevereCome and discover the very charming atmosphere of this area of Rome.Well-known for a number of restaurants and several private universities.

GPS: N41.88725, E12.46590

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Campidoglio Square / Piazza del CampidoglioDiscover this famous square designed by Michelangelo. Check out thesurrounding buildings as well as the statue of Marcus Aurelius.

Piazza Campidoglio, 00186 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.89307, E12.48306

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air: 0.2 km Get directions

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Roman Forum / Forum RomanumFrom triumphal arches to the houses of Emperors, the Roman Forum andPalatine Hill contain the remains of the heart of the Roman world.

Via dei Fori Imperiali, 00186 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.89240, E12.48537Opening hours:Jan 2 – mid Feb: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Feb 16 – mid Mar: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.Mar 16 – last Sat of Mar: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.last Sun of Mar – end Aug: 8:30 a.m. – 7:15 p.m.Sept 1 – end Sept: 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.Oct 1 – last Sun of Oct: 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Admission:Adults: €12 + €2 reservation fee over the InternetEU citizens (18-25 years or over 65 years): €7.50 + €2 reservation fee overthe Internetless than 18 year-olds: €1.50 + €2 reservation fee over the InternetTwo-day combined ticket valid for visit of Colosseum, Palatin and ForumRomanum.

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air: 0.6 km Get directions

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ColosseumAn awe-inspiring sight and a gem. See the largest amphiteater used forgladiatorial contests with your own eyes – it’s a must when in Rome.

Piazza del Colosseo, 00186 Rome, ItalyGPS: N41.89018, E12.49218Phone:+39 06 39967700Opening hours:Jan 2 – mid Feb: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Feb 16 – mid Mar: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.Mar 16 – last Sat of Mar: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.last Sun of Mar – end Aug: 8:30 a.m. – 7:15 p.m.Sept 1 – end Sept: 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.Oct 1 – last Sat of Oct: 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Last Sun of Oct – end Dec: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Admission:Adults: €12 + €2 reservation fee over the InternetEU citizens (18-25 years or over 65 years): €7.50 + €2 reservation fee overthe Internetless than 18 year-olds: €1.50 + €2 reservation fee over the InternetTwo-day combined ticket valid for visit of Palatin and Forum Romanum.

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by car: 4.6 km (11 mins) Get directions

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Catacombs of St. Callixtus / Catacombe di San CallistoRome has a number of fascinating catacombs and a visit to at least one ofthem is a must. Those at San Callisto rank among the best.

Via Appia Antica, 110, 00179 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.85873, E12.50993Opening hours:Wed and Jan 24 – Feb 20: closedOpen daily: 9 a.m. – noon & 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.Admission:Full: €8Reduced (children 7-15): €5Disabled and children (under 6): free

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by car: 6 km (13 mins) Get directions

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Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major / Basilica di Santa MariaMaggioreGreat church, which is only one of Rome’s four sacral buildings entitledmajor basilica. Notice its beautiful interior decoration.

Via Carlo Alberto, 47, 00185 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.89731, E12.49874Phone:+39 06 483195Opening hours:Basilica:Apr – Sept: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Oct – Mar: open daily: 6 p.m.Museum:Open daily: 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Last admission: 6:15 p.m.Admission:Free.Museum and other exhibitions: extra ticket needed.

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air: 1.9 km Get directions

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Villa Borghese Gardens / Villa BorgheseTake a stroll in one of the largest public parks in the city and enjoy itspeaceful atmosphere. Number of museums and attractions all around.

Via Pinciana, 31, 00198 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.91209, E12.48707Phone:+39 06 854 9648Admission:Free.You will need at least two hours, it’s a vast park.

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Spanish Square & the Spanish Steps / Piazza di Spagna & Scali-nata della Trinità dei MontiA monumental square with beautiful sights scattered around. The famousSpanish Steps are a must, as well as the fountain and the French church.

GPS: N41.90608, E12.48259

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People’s Square / Piazza del PopoloA Neoclassical square with a very rich history, lined by Baroque churches.Notice the Egyptian obelisk right in the middle.

Piazza del Popolo, 00187 Roma, ItalyGPS: N41.91107, E12.47624

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Ostia AnticaAncient Ostia is one of Rome’s best kept secrets with some of the best Ro-man ruins in the world. A little out-the-way, but definitely worth it.

GPS: N41.75220, E12.28563

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by car: 44.4 km (36 mins) Get directions

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Etruscan Necropolis of Cerveteri / Necropoli etrusche di Cervet-eriOne of the major Etruscan cities and a place with unique atmosphere.Check out the various houses of the dead, some with stone reliefs.

GPS: N42.00686, E12.10193

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air: 13.3 km Get directions

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Lake BraccianoA natural gem right next to Rome with crystal clear water – ideal for sailingand swimming. Makes for a great day out.

GPS: N42.11209, E12.17845

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