4-day classic Rome
Colosseum, Vatican, Trevi, and the historic centre.
4 daysFirst-timersHistory loversBest: April–June, September–October
Last updated: 2025-03-15
Day 1 – Colosseum & Roman Forum
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum and Palatine
- Evening in Monti or Centro
Book Colosseum + Forum in advance. Morning at the Colosseum, then Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Lunch nearby. Afternoon: rest or short walk. Evening in Monti or near Via Cavour.
Tips:
Book the first slot to avoid heat and crowds. Allow 3–4 hours for all three.
Day 2 – Vatican
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- St Peter's Basilica
Full morning at Vatican Museums (book ahead); end at Sistine Chapel. St Peter's (free; go early or late to shorten queue). Lunch in Borgo or Prati. Afternoon: Castel Sant'Angelo or rest. Evening in Prati or Trastevere.
Tips:
Vatican: book online, go when it opens. Dress modestly for St Peter's.
Day 3 – Historic centre
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
Morning: Trevi (early for fewer people), then Pantheon (free; quick visit). Lunch near Piazza Navona. Afternoon: Piazza Navona and Spanish Steps. Gelato and passeggiata. Evening in Campo de' Fiori or Trastevere.
Tips:
Do Trevi and Pantheon early. Wear comfortable shoes; lots of walking.
Day 4 – Trastevere & departure
- Trastevere streets and food
- Last sights or shopping
Morning in Trastevere: wander and early lunch. Last-minute shopping or one more sight. Transfer to FCO or Ciampino (allow 1–1.5 hours from centre).
Tips:
Book airport transfer or shuttle. Trastevere is perfect for a long lunch.
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