Grab a quick, affordable fresh pasta or pastry and espresso near Via del Corso to fuel a morning of sightseeing; popular with locals for take-away breakfasts.
Prebook a timed-entry ticket to avoid queues and see the Raphael Rooms and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel; museums typically open 9:00am (check exact seasonal times).
Enter the world’s largest church to view Bernini’s Baldachin, Pietà, and the vast interior; visit is free but lines for security can form — Basilica usually open from early morning until early evening.
Stroll the charming Borgo streets toward the Tiber, then see Castel Sant'Angelo's exterior and riverside walk; castle interior open with separate ticket if desired.
Walk to the historic Jewish Ghetto to taste kosher Roman specialties (like fried artichokes) and see Teatro Marcello’s ancient facade; many sites open in afternoon hours but check individual museums.
Return toward the center to view the Vittoriano monument and visit Capitoline Museums for ancient art and city views; museums often open until early evening — prebook if visiting.
Hearty Roman pastas in a lively Trastevere spot — excellent for a final-night meal with robust flavors and generous portions; open for dinner, reservation advised.