On the way to Rome
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 14 °C
We leave at 6.42 from Brescia with a high speed train to Rome. In just 4h we will be in Rome ready to explore the city.
A first walk in the city
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
After a short stop at the hotel for check-in we started our of the city with a brief walk through the center heading to our first stop... A good restaurant for lunch! :)
A first look at Colosseum
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
On our way from the hotel to the city center, we passed by the amazing Colosseum. It's the perfect way to get immediately into the Rome atmosphere and start our short visit of the city.
Refresh before lunch
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
After about an hour walking around we stopped briefly for a refreshing drink ... A bit of relax before lunch :)
Quirinale
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
After a great lunch at Osteria Vicolo 9, our first stop is at Quirinale, an official residency of the Head of State, Sergio Mattarella. Unfortunately we couldn't enter the palace, but just being atMeer informatie
Trevi fountain
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
After the Quirinale palace, we walked through the ancient center of Rome to reach the iconic Trevi fountain. The small square is always quite crowded, but admiring this amazing landmark in the greatMeer informatie
Palazzo Chigi & Montecitorio
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
This is the main government buildings where the government and the parliament meet and the main site for the institutional activities of the prime minister. Another mandatory stop in Rome along ourMeer informatie
Tempio di Adriano
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
Walking through the city center we passed nearby this ancient Roman temple. It is fascinating how history is embedded in every place of the city with ancient buildings melted in the modern structures.
Chiesa di S.Ignazio di Loyola
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
Moving toward the Pantheon, we visited this Jesuits church. The inside has amazing decorations all around including a stunning ceiling fresco. Another hidden gem of Rome.
Pantheon
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
The pantheon was an ancient temple dedicated to all gods, then turned into a church and now hosting tombs of many famous artists and the first kings of Italy. The circular structure creates aMeer informatie
Palazzo madama
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Just before entering Piazza Navona, we stopped briefly to see the last of the institutional buildings, palazzo Madama which host the Senate assembly. Just a quick look from the outside, to completeMeer informatie
Piazza Navona
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
We keep walking through the city and we reach Piazza Navona, a fascinating large square where you can admire famous landmarks such as obelisk and the Neptune fountain. Walking through Rome is amazingMeer informatie
Walk along the river
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Moving toward Castel Sant'Angelo we took a walk along the Tevere River. The river side is not that well maintained, but the river lazily moving through the city anyway has a special atmosphere. AMeer informatie
Castel Sant'angelo
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Before arriving at San Pietro, we passed by Castel Sant'Angelo to have a quick look at this fortress that used to be a refuge for the Pope in the moment of war. Unfortunately there is so much to seeMeer informatie
Basilica di San Pietro
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
We finally reached the stunning San Pietro square and the basilica which are the main symbols of the Catholic church. The view in the square is amazing and the inner part of the church is also hugeMeer informatie
Refreshing drink before dinner
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
After finishing our first day of tour, we stopped briefly for a refreshing drink waiting for dinner. A great first day and a well deserved moment of relaxation.
Dinner @ Vecchia roma
6 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C
We booked dinner at Osteria Vecchia Roma. An amazing place where they serve local cuisine and huge portions. A tasty, delicious dinner with porchetta iconic pasta of Roman tradition.
Piazza del popolo
7 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
The second day starts from Piazza del popolo. A vast square with twin cathedrals, a fountain and statues all around. The place is often used for events and unluckily there was one just before ourMeer informatie
Scalinata Trinità dei Monti
7 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
We then walked to the next iconic landmark, namely Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti. This is an amazing architectural piece a huge monumental stair starting with a beautiful fountain. The view of theMeer informatie
Circo massimo
7 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
The next stop in today's tour was Circo massimo. This used to be a huge place for events and games back in ancient Rome, able to host up to 300k people. The place is now a huge free area where eventsMeer informatie
Walking in Rome
7 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
We walked from Circo Massimo to Altare della Patria and along the street you can see ancient history blending with modern streets and houses. Rome has a really fascinating atmosphere
Altare della Patria
7 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
Altare della Patria is another iconic stop in Rome. It celebrated the king Vittorio Emanuele II and the Italian nation. The monument is huge with a solemn atmosphere even if packed with tourists allMeer informatie
Fori romani
7 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Moving back to the Colosseums we passed through the area of Fori romani, a large area with remainings of ancient Roman buildings. Another stunning example of ancient Rome, you can feel how the cityMeer informatie
Quick brunch stop
7 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
A quick stop for brunch, to relax a bit and replenish our energy for the afternoon. A tasty energizing stop in the center of Rome.
Domus Aurea
7 april 2024, Italië ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
In the afternoon we planned a guided tour in the Domus Aurea. This is nowadays an underground tour to explore what remains of the ancient huge building made by emperor Nerone as his house. The placeMeer informatie