4-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Rome

  1. Day 1: Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica
    30 minutes (2.2 miles) from Colosseo

    Start your trip at the Vatican City, home to some of the most famous art and architecture in the world. Explore the Vatican Museums to see the Sistine Chapel painted by Michelangelo. Then, visit the St. Peter's Basilica which is the largest church in the world. You can also climb to the top of the basilica dome for the City view.

  2. Day 2: Colosseum and Roman Forum
    30 minutes (2.7 miles) from Vatican Museums

    Explore the ancient ruins of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum which depicts the history of ancient Rome. Experience the grandeur of the Colosseum, where legendary gladiators once fought and the history of all the fights held there. You can get a guided tour which includes access to the subterranean, where gladiators prepared to meet their fate.

  3. Day 3: Borghese Gallery and Park
    20 minutes (2.0 miles) from Roman Forum

    Visit the Borghese Gallery and Park which is located amidst the stunning Villa Borghese. Inside the gallery, you'll find the works from Bernini, Raphael, Caravaggio and Titian. A tour of the park will provide you with a pristine location for a picnic and a chance to see the zoo in Bioparco area.

  4. Day 4: Aquarium Blu
    20 minutes (1.5 miles) from Borghese Gallery and Park

    After all the walking, take a tour of Aquarium Blu which is Rome's largest aquarium. The aquarium featuring different varieties of sea creatures, interactive exhibits and is a great option for families with younger children. Experience the Mediterranean's marine life and see rays, sharks and turtles up close.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Vatican Museums (3 hours, $25.27)
  • St. Peter's Basilica (2 hours, free)
  • Colosseum (2-3 hours, $16.64)
  • Roman Forum (2 hours, $16)
  • Borghese Gallery and Park (2-3 hours, $21.64)
  • Aquarium Blu (1-2 hours, $11.90)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $91.45

Useful tips

If you have more time to spend in Rome, you might consider visiting The Pantheon or the Catacombs of Rome. If you have less time, you may skip the aquarium and Borghese Gallery and park. Don’t forget to check for opening and closing time of places for the selected time before you go.

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