Few places in the world carry the weight of history and splendor quite like Rome. Known as La Città Eterna—The Eternal City—Rome is a living museum where ancient ruins, Renaissance art
Day 1: Ancient Rome and Renaissance Treasures
Morning: The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Begin your journey back in time at the Colosseum, the most iconic symbol of ancient Rome.
Lunch: Trattoria al 19 or La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali
Head a short walk away from the ruins for a well-earned lunch. Trattoria al 19 serves up classic Roman dishes like cacio e pepe and saltimbocca,
Day 2: Vatican City and Baroque Grandeur
Morning: The Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica Rise early and head to Vatican City, the smallest country in the world and home to the Catholic Church’s most sacred treasures.
Lunch: Borgo Pio or Mercato Centrale
Just outside the Vatican walls lies Borgo Pio, a charming street lined with cafés. Try Ristorante Arlu for fresh pasta or Da Romolo alla Mole Adriana for a relaxed trattoria experience.
Afternoon: Castel Sant’Angelo and Villa Borghese
After lunch, stroll along the Tiber River to the Castel Sant’Angelo, originally built as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum. Today, it’s a fascinating museum with stunning views from the rooftop terrace.