This plan pairs Rome’s major ancient sights with its historic centre, keeping each day focused on nearby places. Book timed-entry tickets in advance where possible, and enjoy the evening strolls at an easy pace.
Budget
About €130–€220 per person for two days, excluding accommodation and most lunches; includes the listed paid sights and two dinners.
Best time to visit
April–June or September–October for pleasant walking weather and long, comfortable days.
Ancient Rome and Monti
Explore the , and Palatine Hill together, then wind down with dinner in nearby Monti.
Morning
Visit the
Allow around two hours to explore this ancient amphitheatre. Arrive at your timed-entry slot; the entrance is about a 5-minute walk away.
About €18Morning
Explore the and Palatine Hill
Walk among the ruins of the city’s political heart and continue up Palatine Hill; allow two to three hours for both. They are covered by the standard ticket.
About €0Afternoon
See and the Vittoriano
From the Forum, walk about 15 minutes to this monumental square and admire the Vittoriano; the terrace lift costs extra. Pause for lunch nearby before heading back toward Monti, about a 15-minute walk.
About €0Evening
Stroll and have dinner in Monti
Enjoy the neighbourhood’s lanes and settle in for Roman classics. From , it’s roughly a 15-minute walk to Monti.
About €25–€45
Centro Storico and Trastevere
Walk between the historic centre’s fountains and piazzas, then cross the river for an evening in lively Trastevere.
Morning
Visit the
Start early to admire the dome and the well-preserved interior. From the , is about a 5-minute walk away.
About €5Morning
Take in
See Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers and enjoy the square’s Baroque architecture. It’s around a 10-minute walk to .
About €0Afternoon
Browse
Browse the market if it’s open, then stop for lunch in the surrounding lanes. From here, it takes about 15 minutes to walk to the .
About €0Afternoon
See the
Pause at the fountain and toss a coin over your shoulder if you like. The are about a 10-minute walk away.
About €0Afternoon
Climb the
Take a breather on the steps and explore Piazza di Spagna. From here, allow about 25 minutes on foot to reach Trastevere, or around 20 minutes by taxi.
About €0Evening
Enjoy dinner and a riverside stroll in Trastevere
Wander the cobbled lanes, choose a trattoria, and end the day with a walk near the river. This neighbourhood is a lovely change of pace from the busy historic centre.
About €25–€45
Good to know
Tickets
Reserve timed entry for the and check current admission details for the before you go.
Getting around
These routes are walkable, but wear comfortable shoes—Rome’s cobblestones and archaeological sites make the day feel longer.
Dining
For dinner in Monti or Trastevere, book ahead or eat a little earlier to avoid the busiest hours.