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What to see in Rome in 4 days

4 days 15 experiences 8 where to eat from 5€

4-day itinerary for Rome (Italy) tailored to your budget: what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets with booking links. Build your personalized plan for free.

Practical info · Rome

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Best time to visitSpring & autumn
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Ideal length3-4 days
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BudgetMid-range · €€
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Getting aroundOn foot
Known forHistory, art and food

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Day 1Ancient Rome

Capitoline Museums
Capitoline Museums
The oldest public museums in the world, on the square designed by Michelangelo.
from 16€
Baths of Caracalla
Baths of Caracalla
Imposing ruins of the imperial baths from the 3rd century.
from 8€
Colosseum, Forum and Palatine
Colosseum, Forum and Palatine
The most famous amphitheater in the world and imperial Rome. Timed-entry ticket.
from 18€
Free Walking Tour of Imperial Rome
Guided by an expert through the forums. Tips are optional.
Free
Circus Maximus and Aventine
Circus Maximus and Aventine
The keyhole with views of St. Peter's.
Free
🍽️ Gran Caffe Martini & Rossi
Italian cuisine.
~18€
🍽️ Royal art café
Italian cuisine.
~17€

Day 2Vatican

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo, Raphael and centuries of art. Booking essential.
from 27€
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica
The largest basilica in Christendom. Climb the dome (optional).
Free
Castel Sant'Angelo
Castel Sant'Angelo
Papal fortress beside the Tiber with a viewpoint.
from 16€
🍽️ Cafe Vaticano
Café for a quick stop.
~13€
🍽️ L'insalata ricca
regional cuisine.
~19€

Day 3Baroque Centre

Borghese Gallery
Borghese Gallery
A villa with sculptures by Bernini and paintings by Caravaggio, surrounded by gardens.
from 15€
Spanish Steps
Spanish Steps
A Baroque stairway linking the square with the church of Trinità dei Monti.
Free
Trevi Fountain
Trevi Fountain
Toss a coin to return to Rome.
Free
Pantheon of Agrippa
Pantheon of Agrippa
The best-preserved Roman temple, with its oculus.
from 5€
Piazza Navona and Spanish Steps
Piazza Navona and Spanish Steps
Bernini's fountains and the famous Spanish Steps.
Free
🍽️ Giolitti
A historic ice cream parlour near the Pantheon, open since 1900.
~6€
🍽️ Camilloni a Sant'Eustachio
Café for a quick stop.
~10€

Day 4Trastevere and the Janiculum

Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere
Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere
One of the oldest churches in Rome, with golden medieval mosaics.
Free
Janiculum Viewpoint
A hill with the best panoramic view of Rome's historic centre.
Free
🍽️ Al Gladiatore
Italian cuisine.
~17€
🍽️ Cafè Cafè
Café for a quick stop.
~10€

💡 Indicative prices. The current price is shown when you book on Civitatis.

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Frequently asked questions about Rome

How many days do I need to see Rome?

With 4 days you can see the must-sees of Rome. Our tool organizes each day by area so you don't waste time getting around.

When is the best time to visit Rome?

The best time to visit Rome is spring and autumn. That said, Trip Planner builds your itinerary for any season and adapts it to your pace.

How do you get around Rome?

It's a very walkable city: the centre is compact and almost everything is close by, so you'll get around mostly on foot. Plus, our plan groups each day by area so you barely waste time getting around.

How much does it cost to visit Rome?

It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.

Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?

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