Can you see Rome in two days? If you've just got a weekend in Rome, don't sweat it! The "Eternal City" is full of timeless art, glorious ruins, and holy squares – you'll see all of this and more in 48 hours!
Start your day bright and early at the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. if you can make it by 7:45 AM, you won't have to wait in line or rub shoulders with tourists. Start off Day 1 with some alone time with history's greatest artworks, and get an espresso after!
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After your encounter with the divine art of the Vatican, it’s time to head out and contemplate what you’ve seen. Popes and cardinals have used the Vatican Gardens for contemplation and prayer since the 13th century.
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As the palace was only opened to the public in 2014, this is a unique opportunity to see what papal holidays are like.
In Castel Gandolfo after touring the palatial grounds, you'll be able to stroll through the charming lakeside town. You can quench your thirst at Antico Ristorante Pagnanelli with a glass (or two) of local wine. This restaurant and wine bar not only offers a lush green interior, but it also has stunning views of Lake Albano.
Experience the Colosseum firsthand, and walk straight into the amphitheater where Romans from all classes once watched fierce gladiators fight lions, rhinoceros, and even each other.
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At a stone’s throw from the Colosseum, is the Roman Forum. In ancient Rome, this was the center of social and political life. In 44 B.C., Caesar was declared emperor for life (only to be assassinated one year later), and 17 years later Augustus was crowned emperor here.
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Rome wasn't built in a day, but you can see the best bits in just three! Witness the Colosseum, relive the past at Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, learn about the Pantheon, and enter the doors of the pristine St. Peter's Basilica – just wait until you see the Sistine Chapel!
Whether you’re drawn to history, crave delicious cuisine, or you’re a sucker for beautiful art, Rome has it all. Don't miss out on this list of top things to do in Rome you'll want to see on your trip:
