Francesca: The Roman Empire was successful because of brutal military force, without a doubt. We will be staying for 3 nights in Rome in Early May. We did not know in advance that we would be in Rome so we could not pre-purchase tickets. This Dying Gaul a Roman copy of a Greek original was part of a monument celebrating another victory over the barbarians. Because that one is limited to a 2-hour visit (they clear the museum after every 2-hour time slot) it's easy to know how long it'll take to do it! It was an early morning tour, but well worth it because we were in the Sistine Chapel with less than 75 or so people . She took us back through after a couple hours of doing the Vatican and it was so crazy crammed with people. The Birth of Ancient Rome and the Forum | Rick Steves Classroom Europe Add to Playlist The Birth of Ancient Rome and the Forum Rome, Italy Rome lasted about 1,000 years (roughly 500 BC to AD 500), starting as a republic, then becoming an empire at the time of Julius Caesar. The Pantheon allowed bags. Roman guys - Rome in 1 Day Tour. Hello Everyone, I just wanted to give my thoughts on the Rick Stevens walking tours podcasts. And they're everywhere today and they were everywhere in antiquity and they stood for the fact that Rome had taken over Egypt. Capitoline Museums Ancient statues, mosaics, and expansive view of Forum. Usually a tour company can secure for a more expensive price point, but you're getting an official, licensed guide.) There is a great walk starting at Piazza Navona that would easily take you via Pantheon & Trevi Fountain then up to the Spanish Steps and if you really want a longer walk, up to the Galleria Borghese. The second century original considered the greatest equestrian statue of antiquity is showcased in the adjacent Capitoline Museum. Chic. Track down these 15 items on the Rick Steves' Europe Scavenger Hunt! There are many websites that review these. You could do that in a day, and you could say you saw something really amazing. Castel Sant'Angelo Hadrian's Tomb turned castle, prison, papal refuge, now museum. I'm sure that it would have been even better/less work to have a paid tour, but if you want to include the underground portion of the Colosseum, those are pretty pricey. We visited the Colosseum and the Forum, and then enjoyed a beer in an outdoor cafe nearby. Usual rate or 50-55 Euro per hour. The pocket size is perfect and both the Venice and Rome books are very informative. We stayed at The Lancelot a family run hotel a few blocks from the Coliseum and Forum. I don't stress over which ones I've gotta see in a certain time slot. Romans emulated the high culture of the Greeks and when it came to capturing beauty, their forte was making excellent copies of Greek originals. Note: This busy plan is possible only if you reserve entry times for the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum in advance. [20] Rick: If you had to sum up the key to success for the Roman Empire they're so successful. We didn't stop at the museums, but walked around to the right of the museums for the magnificent view of the Forum. Where your group ( based on a previous post I think you're traveling with an "other party ") is concerned, best choices can depend not just on interests but ages and any mobility challenges. Here, a boy quietly pulls a thorn from his foot. (19:00), Seek travel companion(s) for Italy in May 2024 (Rome, Venice, Tuscany, Assisi), Day trip from Rome -one day wine tour in Tuscany - Montepulciano, From Rome Airport to Cruise Ship Terminal. Francesca: Yes. We walked everywhere - didn't use any public transport on that trip - had multiple coffee stops every day, and were usually done in time for Beer O'clock at around 4:00 - 5:00 PM, although we also started early. Feel free to browse to post questions and answers. Walkable to Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Renovated, nice hotel, clean, great staff, good breakfast and it has an elevator. ticket and you can skip the ticket line and head straight for the turnstile to enter the Colosseum. So cross my heart, it can be done!!! We took the Walks of Italy "VIP Caesars Palace Tour with Colosseum & Roman Forum" two weeks ago at 9:00 AM. Yes, guided tours get preferential treatment. Going back next June for 3 days. Choose a message board from the menus below or see the latest from All Topics. https://www.skylinewebcams.com/en/webcam/italia/lazio.html. I think dropping your luggage first might be nice and your room might even be ready early for check-in. Rick Steves Italy (2023 Travel Guide) . AC, elevator, robe/slippers, etc. I'd start with Heart of Rome, then do Trastevere or Jewish Ghetto. Scavenger Hunt for European Travelers | Rick Steves Europe audio app for my iPhone. Also, I often like to suggest watching these https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRomanGuyTours/videos?disable_polymer=1 Browse the videos for some fun and helpful tips. You can see the original walls of some rooms; the building was on the Palatine. It was a great 4 1/2 hour tour, I would highly recommend this one for sure. Rick: I imagine the city as gleaming white marble. I don't agree with the post that the Museum and the Basilica are far apart. I would vote for seeing Domus Aurea on Saturday afternoon. My recommendation is to sleep in the Trastervere neighborhood. I'm a Roman history enthusiast, so I wanted to see Augustus' 'house', which is on this tour. To post a question or comment, you need to have an account. And they called the Mediterranean, "Mare Nostrum"our sea. How sad. They also can get stuck in traffic, can be too full to pick up passengers at designated points, and complaints about them have been frequent for quite a number of years. The view out our two large windows of the Pantheon was spectacular, especially at night. Usually prices are higher and food may not be home made (catering to mostly tourists or a fast lunch crowd.). ROME Roman Forum. Ancient Roman Mosaics Pave the Villa Romana del Casale, Ancient Roman Engineering: Roads, Theaters, Arenas, and Aqueducts. Before posting, please read our Community Guidelines. I agree you need to look at guidebook and see what interests YOU most. Rome's most important monuments, temples and halls of justice were built here. HOHO is not a good option in Rome. Have dinner near the atmospheric Campo de' Fiori, and then walk to the Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps (following my guidebooks' Heart of Rome Walk also available as a free audio tour). We also had special access to a top tier of the Colosseum, which was really cool, people tried to follow us in and they were told that we are a tour. If so, I don't know if it's better to leave our bags at the train station and explore the Monti area in the interim or take them to the hotel and then backtrack. Roman Forum Ancient Rome's main square, with ruins and grand arches. Architecture This topic has been automatically closed due to a period of inactivity. New to the forum? I also recommend a tour, the area of the three sites is very large and without a plan it would be easy to wander around and not really see and experience these awesome landmarks. Rick Steves Audio Tours. my thoughts.. - Rome Forum With smart planning you can pack a lot of sightseeing into your Roman visit, but there's no point in overloading your trip with any luck, you'll keep coming back to Rome. Rick Steves Italy (2023 Travel Guide) [Steves, Rick] on Amazon.com. I've been to Rome a couple times and on the second visit, it was just for one day. 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy, FAQ's: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions. The reign of Julius Caesar who ruled around the time of Christ marked the turning point between the Republic and the Empire. A long walk in Villa Borghese (on arrival day, to stay awake) ). Rick Steves Colosseum schematic map - Rome Forum - Tripadvisor This, like the other great statues of antiquity, is now safely out of the elements. Rest of the day TBD. Side-trip to Ostia Antica (closed Mon). Well, I pull up Skylinenewswebcam for the Steps now and again just to guess how long it'll take for someone of authority to ask a sitter to get off their tush. Of course, you have to start out very early - 8 AM to get a good full day of Rome in. They have limited routes and can't get close to a number of attractions. The OP's trip was in June so long over and done with but I'd be interested to know how it went for them via public transit to/from Massa Lubrense, and what they were able to squeeze in during the time that they had. We have to get rid of this idea that Rome was a forest of white marble only. Either that or watch the Russell Crowe movie "Gladiator" before going or get a Great Courses video. Best of Rome in 7 Days Tour | Italy Vacations | Rick Steves 2024 Tours Teatro di Marcello/Portico d'Ottavia/Jewish Ghetto Visit St. Peter's, the greatest church on earth, learn something about eternity by touring the huge Vatican Museums, ramble among the rabble and rubble through ancient Rome's Colosseum and Forum, savor the sumptuous Borghese Gallery, and take an early evening stroll with Rome's beautiful people. One day in Ancient Rome (Colosseum, Forum, Capitoline Museum). I can't tell you what you need to see in Rome, but in most cases the HOHO bus isn't a good deal UNLESS you have mobility issues. We used the tour company "Walks of Italy", they did get us right to the front of the lines (felt like a VIP walking past lines and lines of people), and with the two tours we took with them (Vatican also) the employees seemed to know them. I plan on taking his Heart of Rome walk. Any suggestions would be appreciated. In actuality, the first Romans mixed and mingled here in the valley between the famous Seven Hills of Rome. I had also heard about the horrific lines at the Colosseum, so I was glad that the inexpensive Colosseum tour allowed us a shorter entry time. If you want an elevator, air conditioning, 24 h front desk, etc you'll need to search for those amenities. The front door faces Piazza Della Minerva. For example the villa had a swimming pool, and with light and sound they help you visualize it full of water. Many like Termini area and with only 3 nights- assume you are at least leaving by train, that might be most convenient for you. 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So I guess in the end it depends if you are budget travels or have money to spend to enhance your experience. Italy. And I agree that the HOHO does not work well in Rome. http://www.turismoroma.it/piazza-navona Scroll down for an interactive map, Fontana di Trevi The fountain at the junction of three roads. We also had the "Rome: then and now" book to help us visualize things better. I have about 3.5 days in Rome and I'm trying to finalize my itinerary. Start a New Topic Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1372 1373 Next On the first day, do the "Caesar Shuffle" from the Colosseum (book ahead) to the Roman Forum, then over Capitoline Hill (visiting the Capitoline Museums), and on to the Pantheon. The Republic designed to rule a small city state found itself trying to rule most of Europe. It's majestic, gorgeous, ornate presence is mesmerizing. I loved Rome and everywhere else we went in Italy. We were in Rome for New Year's, 2019 and I researched restaurants & cafes along our route, so we wouldn't be standing on a street corner hungry, which you will be with this itinerary! But it does take time to digest. GAS Tour Sept 2023 Germany, Austria, Switzerland tour Concern Hotels and Long Bus rides. Capitoline Museums Perhaps there might be something that appeals to you more. I'm sure you could find something similar. Some may be on the higher end. In the morning, visit the National Museum of Rome and the nearby Baths of Diocletian. It looks like this is the free first Sunday for museums but I'm not sure if that's still happening with covid? There is also a great film at the end of the visit about Trajan's column which reads the column like a storybook; the actual column is just outside the villa. Campo de Fiori - "Field of Flowers" - By day, it's an outside, fun, spirited market - to browse or pick up that little unique bottle of Limoncello - if more than 3 ounces, it must go in checked bag. All of the bricks here must be imagined with the veneer of marble. For longer stays we have enjoyed Albergo Cesari- just around corner from Regno on a small quiet Piazza di Pietra/Adrians Temple. Ancient Rome Thanks. If that's your traveling style, more power to you. We had one day in Rome. Travel Forum Italy Italy Post questions and answers about travel in Italy Before posting, please read our Community Guidelines. In the afternoon do my Jewish Ghetto Walk, followed immediately by my Trastevere Walk (both walks are outlined in my Rome guidebooks and available as a free audio tour). The Roman Forum and Colosseum are available for RS. Rome grew for 500 years, peaked for 200 years and fell for 300 years. I highly recommend Sonia Tavoletta, soniatav@alice.it. The entrances are a ways apart, so take a look on Google, either of these are pretty overwhelming in terms of majesty and art so that's a very full day if you want to hoof it around from one to the other. Italy travelers: what do you wish you'd brought, and what didn't you need? Was just in Italy in May for 18 days. Created Date: 10/2/2015 11:57:36 AM . Italy. The Palatine is just more of what you'll see in the Forum - ruins, without much context. Palatine Hill Ruins of emperors' palaces, Circus Maximus view, and museum. He arranged advance tickets for the important sites: the colosseum and forum, Trevi fountain, we had lunch on the Spanish Steps, then the Vatican museum and Sistine Chapel, and as he drove us around he pointed out many, many interesting things in the neighborhoods we passed through. Rome plans - Rick Steves Travel Forum Terms of Service | Privacy. Sunday, Dec 5th: TBD. I liked Lonely planet better however, their Rome pocket was old and Rick Steves was a newer version. Does the Colosseum call or perhaps the Vatican Museums and St. Peters? You're showing that you conquered, you use art and architecture to say that you're in power and that it's better to obey. I've been to Rome, and in my case, of course it depends on what you are interested in, but I'd say, if you just have one day, go to the Vatican Museum, which includes the Sistine Chapel, and then into St. Peter's Basilica. Tmc0298, if you're still out there, care to share? You can even enjoy the audio download prior to your trip. Largo Argentina is a modern transportation hub with traffic roaring all around some of the Rome's oldest temples. If you do this, make sure you tell the cabbie "exactly" where you want to be let off. During Mass, no touring. So glad to have seen it that morning. I would recommend the Hotel Navona. My son was just there, left today. And one thing that's interesting is that the Romans built a lot for peoplenot just for the godsnot just temples, but roads, sewers, bridges, and all of their buildings have to have three qualities: all their buildings have to be solid, useful, and beautiful. It was pretty cool, but perhaps more so if you are really interested in that period of history. Like our other Pocket guides, Pocket Rome is smaller than the complete guidebook (and in full color), but still offers our best sightseeing advice, a handful of self-guided city walks and museum tours, and a foldout map. I can vouch for do-ability because we essentially did it on a trip back in 2007: 4 nights; 3.5 days, and that was coming from the U.S. versus Florence. We would like to visit Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and are debating if we should do a self-guided audio tour vs. a guided tour. First trip in 2010, 3 days. Check it out. Oops, there goes a third https://www.skylinewebcams.com/en/webcam/italia/lazio/roma/piazza-di-spagna.html, No one sitting on the edge (meaning hands or feet could be dangled in the water) of Trevi for long either; 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | The museum helps you imagine life before the fall of Rome. We booked the inexpensive Colosseum tour offered by the Colosseum itself (rather than a third party company) then used Rick Steves' free downloadable audiotour of the Forum along with a photocopied walking tour of Palatine Hill out of Rick Steves' Rome guidebook (from the library). (12:19), Italian Women in the 21st Century We were there in february so did not need a/c but believe they have it. Otherwise, I'd just do the "Heart of Rome" walk. And the museum also shows a more peaceful and intimate side of Roman life. 2023 Rick Steves' Europe, Inc. | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy, Used to be Steilacoom, now its Las Vegas, https://www.skylinewebcams.com/en/webcam/italia/lazio/roma/fontana-di-trevi.html. Rome's thriving economy was fueled by plunder and slaves won in distant wars. that's still happening with covid? Also I feel like that leaves Sunday with just Domus Aurea and potentially the Pantheon, but those two seem a little spread out. If that's a rule, its a rule more honoured in the breach. We were back on the ship in plenty of time for dinner. I cannot remember the name of the company we used, but we found it on TripAdvisor. To better appreciate how and why, I've invited my favorite Roman tour guide Francesca Caruso to take us back. Posted by Susan San Francisco/Marin County 06/29/21 08:46 AM 8805 posts We loved Albergo del Senato. The art of Imperial Rome almost always carried a message. The Via Sacra or Sacred Way was the main street of ancient Rome. I like the overall idea of leaving our bags at the hotel on Saturday and meandering our way back over to Domus Aurea. The Ancient Roman Forum | Rick Steves Classroom Europe We are able to walk most everywhere in Rome- major sights- from there. Wondering if that is still an option. Ancient Rome This situation is pretty fluid and likely to change between now and 12/2021. 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In 509 BC, they tossed out their king, established a relatively democratic Roman Republic, and began what was perhaps history's greatest success story the rise of Rome. Shops and eateries hug the piazza. His body was burned on this spot in 44 BC. [15] Rick: So, I know this was the political and commercial center, but I can't imagine what it must have looked like in the day. Hi there, Andrea - Please make sure you check each attractions policies - especially about bags or backpacks. Would it be reasonable to see Domus Aurea on Saturday in the 15:45 time slot instead? Here's what they don't tell you 8 years ago Save Sorry no dirt here -- what they don't tell you is how much fun you will have with the other members of the tour and how well run the whole thing is. The non-tour lines already looked formidable. In fact, I just watched two of them ordered to standing position while banging out this post! We walked through the Jewish neighborhood on our way back towards our hotel (and used Rick's Jewish ghetto walk on the app). I'll be the dissenter here 'cause I think your wish list is very do-able for 3.5 days, especially as you've devoted entire days apiece for the Vatican and Colosseum/Palatine/Forum. Others will downplay the Termini area but we like it for convenience to transit. Spend the late afternoon doing my guidebooks' Heart of Rome Walk (also available as a free audio tour ).
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