3-Day Gentle Rome Itinerary for Elderly Parents

Day 1: Ancient Rome Exploration

Rome, Italy on May 4, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Aroma Restaurant

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast with a view of the Colosseum at Aroma, which opens at 8:00 AM. The setting is calm and ideal for elderly guests to start the day comfortably.
EUR28, 1h

10:30am

Colosseum Guided Tour

Take a gentle, wheelchair-accessible guided tour of the Colosseum, which opens at 9:00 AM. The tour is designed to minimize walking and includes plenty of seating.
EUR24, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali

Experience classic Roman dishes in a cozy, quiet setting near the Roman Forum. The restaurant offers accessible seating and a peaceful atmosphere.
EUR20, 1h

2:00pm

Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Explore on a short, soft stroll through the Roman Forum grounds, using available benches and shaded areas to rest frequently. Palatine Hill access is optional if energy permits.
Included with Colosseum ticket, 1h30m

4:00pm

Relax at Hotel

Return to your accommodation to rest and freshen up before dinner, ensuring a comfortable recharge time.
N/A, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Trattoria Vecchia Roma

Dine on hearty Roman cuisine in a traditional trattoria with accessible access and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for an early and relaxed evening meal.
EUR25, 1h30m
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Day 2: Vatican and Trastevere

Rome, Italy on May 5, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Caffè Propaganda

Start the day with a light Italian breakfast in an elegant setting near the Colosseum that is calm and quiet, opening from 7:30 AM.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Book a skip-the-line, accessible guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, starting early to avoid crowds. The museums provide elevators and wheelchairs on request.
EUR34, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Ristorante Arlù

Enjoy a restful lunch with authentic Roman dishes in Trastevere, offering a quiet dining room and ease of access for elderly guests.
EUR22, 1h

1:30pm

Walk in Trastevere and Santa Maria in Trastevere

Gentle stroll around the picturesque Trastevere neighbourhood with lots of benches, visiting the basilica which is wheelchair-accessible and calm.
Free, 1h

3:00pm

Leisure Time at Hotel

Return to the hotel for a rest to avoid afternoon fatigue and prepare for the evening.
N/A, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Osteria Pizzeria Margherita

Enjoy a simple dinner with Roman-style pizza and pasta in an accessible and low-key setting perfect for an early restful evening.
EUR18, 1h30m
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Day 3: Villa Borghese and Spanish Steps

Rome, Italy on May 6, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Ginger Sapori e Salute

Have a healthy and gentle breakfast in this light-filled restaurant offering gluten-free options and close to Villa Borghese, open from 8:00 AM.
EUR16, 1h

9:30am

Visit Villa Borghese Gardens

Enjoy the landscaped gardens with shaded paths and plenty of benches, ideal for a slow-paced, relaxing morning walk. The Borghese Gallery visit depends on energy levels and can be reserved in advance.
EUR13 for gardens, EUR30 for gallery, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Casina Valadier

Dine with panoramic views of Rome at Casina Valadier, which offers accessible dining and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for a refined lunch.
EUR35, 1h

1:30pm

Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna

Visit the Spanish Steps where resting spots are available nearby. Avoid climbing the steps; instead, enjoy the lively square at the base with nearby cafes for rest.
Free, 1h

3:00pm

Rest and Departure Preparation

Return to the hotel or accommodation for rest and preparation for departure or onward travel, ensuring comfort in the final hours of the trip.
N/A, Rest of afternoon
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