A Taste of Italy in 3 Days

  • Day 1: Exploring Historic Rome with a Guided Tour
    30 minutes (5 miles) from Rome Ciampino Airport to Hotel Mosaic Central Rome

    Start your adventure by exploring the heart of the ancient city Rome. Begin with a guided tour of the iconic Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Afterwards, enjoy a stroll through the charming streets of Trastevere, grab lunch at the popular Pizzeria Ai Marmi, and finish the day with a visit to the magnificent Pantheon.

  • Day 2: Museums, Markets, and Mouth-watering Food in Florence
    1 hour and 20 minutes (160 miles) from Hotel Mosaic Central Rome to Mercato Centrale Florence

    Take an early morning train to Florence and visit the world-renowned Uffizi Gallery. Afterwards, explore the colorful and vibrant Mercato Centrale Florence and indulge in the city's best bites. In the afternoon, visit the iconic Duomo and climb to the top for stunning views of the city.

  • Day 3: Gondola Ride in Venice and Sunset in Rialto
    2 hours (165 miles) from Mercato Centrale Florence to Hotel al Vagon, Venice

    Take a morning train to Venice and begin the day with a gondola ride through the narrow canals. Visit the grand St. Mark's Basilica and explore the city's many picturesque squares, bridges, and gardens. In the evening, head to Rialto for a sunset stroll and stop by one of the many wine bars for an aperitivo.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Guided Tour (3 hours, €35)
  • Pizzeria Ai Marmi (1 Hour, €20)
  • Uffizi Gallery (2 hours, €20)
  • Mercato Centrale Florence (1 hour, €15)
  • Climbing to the top of the Duomo (2 hours, €20)
  • Gondola Ride (1 hour, €80)
  • St. Mark's Basilica (1 hour, €3)
  • Wine Bar in Rialto (2 hours, €25)

  • Total Estimated Costs: €238

Transportation

Travelers can easily navigate to and around each city by train. Rome, Florence, and Venice are all connected by a high-speed rail system, with frequent departures throughout the day. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also available in each city, but public transportation is generally affordable and reliable.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the ancient ruins of Pompeii or the charming city of Siena. If you have less time, skip the Duomo climb or the Uffizi Gallery and spend more time exploring the local neighborhoods or relaxing in a piazza.

Airports

Rome has two major airports: Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA). FCO is located 19 miles southwest of Rome's city center, while CIA is located 7.5 miles southeast of the city. Florence has one airport: Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR), located 4 miles northwest of the city center. Venice has one airport: Marco Polo Airport (VCE), located 8 miles north of the city.

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