One Day Itinerary: Exploring Rome and Vatican City with Sistine Chapel

Day 1: Rome in a Day

Rome, Italy

6:00 AM

Departure from Geneva

Arrive at Geneva International Airport early in the morning, energized for your adventure in Rome.
Direct flight to Rome.
CHF 150, 1.5 hours

9:00 AM

Arrive in Rome

Touch down at Fiumicino Airport, ready to embark on an exciting day filled with history and culture.
Take the Leonardo Express train from the airport to Termini Station (30 minutes).
EUR 14, 30 minutes

9:30 AM

Visit the Colosseum

Step inside the ancient Colosseum and imagine the gladiators battling in this monumental arena.
Take Metro Line B from Termini to Colosseo (10 minutes).
EUR 18, 1.5 hours

11:00 AM

Walk to the Roman Forum

Stroll through the ruins of the Roman Forum adjacent to the Colosseum and soak in the essence of ancient Rome.
Walk from the Colosseum to the Forum (5 minutes).
Included in Colosseum ticket, 1 hour

12:00 PM

Vatican Museums

Explore the treasures housed in the Vatican Museums, including the stunning Sistine Chapel before the time runs out.
Take a taxi or ride-sharing service to Vatican City (10 minutes).
EUR 17, 1 hour

1:00 PM

Visit the Sistine Chapel

Marvel at Michelangelo's iconic frescoes inside the Sistine Chapel, a true masterpiece of Renaissance art.
Continue within the Vatican Museums to reach the Sistine Chapel.
Included in Vatican Museums ticket, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Visit the Vatican Gardens

Discover the serene beauty of the Vatican Gardens, filled with lush landscaping and historical significance.
Guided tours are available, which typically need to be booked ahead of time.
EUR 30, 30 minutes

2:30 PM

Lunch at Ristorante Pizzeria Cotto

Savor a delicious Italian lunch featuring authentic pizza and pasta to recharge for the rest of your adventure.
Walking distance from the Vatican Gardens.
EUR 20, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Return to Fiumicino Airport

Head back to the airport with unforgettable memories of your whirlwind day in Rome.
Take the Leonardo Express train from Vatican to Termini Station, then switch to the Leonardo Express to the airport (30 minutes).
EUR 14, 30 minutes

4:00 PM

Flight Departure

Bid farewell to Rome as you board your flight back to Geneva.
Direct flight.
Included in initial cost, 1.5 hours

5:30 PM

Arrival in Geneva

Arrive back in Geneva, concluding a memorable one-day adventure in Rome.
Transfer back to your accommodation.
CHF 20, 1 hour
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