Its Lunch time already! For Lunch you could head across the Tiber River to Trastevere, which is a beautiful, picturesque neighbourhood with narrow cobblestone streets, charming alleys, and colourful houses. This bohemian district is known for its lively atmosphere and wide variety of restaurants to choose from, where you can enjoy some authentic Roman cuisine whilst sitting and dong some people-watching!
Day 1 Afternoon:
How about visiting the Pantheon, a Roman temple turned church and known for its amazing dome and well-preserved ancient architecture. Marvel at the grandeur of this historic site and learn about its rich history.
Then it’s on to the Trevi Fountain, one of the most famous and iconic fountains in the world. One of the traditions for the fountain is to throw a coin over your left shoulder into the fountain. Apparently the Trevi fountain receives around €1.4 million each year in tossed coins!
Your next stop could be a leisurely stroll to the nearby Spanish Steps, a popular meeting spot and a famous landmark in Rome. Here you can climb the steps for a panoramic view of the city or simply relax and people-watch and enjoy the atmosphere.
Dinner time. How about ending the first day at Piazza Navona, a beautiful square surrounded by baroque buildings and adorned with fountains. You can enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants lining the square, and soak in the charming ambiance and do some more people watching.
Day 2:
How about starting your day with a visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, located in the smallest country in the world, Vatican City! You can explore the Vatican Museums, which are home to a vast collection of art, including masterpieces by Michelangelo and Raphael amongst many others. The Vatican Museums is a group of rooms, stairways, galleries and terraces that are home to some of the church’s incredible collection of art that’s been collected over the centuries. Don't miss the world-famous Sistine Chapel, with its equally famous ceiling painted by Michelangelo, and of course St. Peter's Basilica, one of the largest and most beautiful churches in the world also located in Vatican City. Your trip to the Vatican will likely take most if not all of the morning as you do need time to take it all in and enjoy it.
Time for lunch. How about heating to Borgo Pio, a historic neighbourhood which is located just outside the Vatican walls. The area is known for its charming streets, local shops, and trattorias. You can enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the authentic Italian restaurants and do some more people watching, of course!
Day 2 Afternoon:
Why not head over to Castel Sant'Angelo, another UNESCO World Heritage site which is a fortress that dates back to Roman times. Castel Sant’Angelo has served as a mausoleum, a castle, and papal residence. It was built by Emperor Hadrian form himself to use as his own mausoleum. You can explore the historic rooms, enjoy panoramic views of the city from the terrace, and learn about its fascinating history and how its been used for various purposes over the centuries.
Then it’s time to take a leisurely stroll to Piazza del Popolo, one of Rome's largest and most famous squares. You can admire the twin churches of Santa Maria dei Miracoli and Santa Maria in Montesanto and take in the grandeur of the Egyptian Obelisk that’s located in the centre of the square.
Dinner time after a busy day of sightseeing! We would head to Campo de' Fiori in the evening, to the lively neighbourhood of Campo de' Fiori, which is known for its bustling market during the day and vibrant nightlife in the evening. Here you can enjoy dinner at one of the many trattorias or pizzerias, and soak in the lively atmosphere of this historic square along with some more… people watching of course!
That ends our busy but great two days of fun in Rome! Let us know what you think and if you would do anything differently! If you fancy following in our footsteps, we sell tickets to The Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, along with the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel and Castel Sant’Angelo. Go and check out our ticket selections and have a great time during your visit to Rome!
