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City Break in Rome

Highlights

  • Visit the stunning Vatican museums and Sistine Chapel with a local guide
  • Immerse yourself in the local cuisine with an authentic aperitivo
  • Explore the beauty of Rome's history
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What you'll do

Overview

This city break in Rome is the perfect weekend away for anyone, allowing you to visit the highlights of this beautiful city whilst immersing yourself in the local culture.

From the start of your trip, you will be amazed at all of the beauty present around Rome. The stunning architecture and buildings around you will mesmerise you from the first second.

You will explore the iconic Vatican museum and Sistine Chapel like never before, with a local guide present to tell you about the culture and history behind these enchanting sites.

An aperitivo is a cultural ritual in Italy that cannot be missed out on. You will be tasting local Jewish traditional foods whilst enjoying a glass of wine, as a pre-meal snack.

Immerse yourself in the cuisine, enjoying the many aspects of Italian cuisine present in the bubbling city of Rome!

Walk along the stunning cobbled streets whilst sightseeing, discovering the Baroque Rome with all of its stunning architecture.

This trip allows you to discover Rome like never before, making this weekend away one to remember!

There is an option to extend your stay for an extra night, giving you an extra day to explore at leisure. Choose either the 2 night or 3 night option on the booking page.

Arrival Day

After arriving at your hotel, you can check in and spend the rest of the day as you desire. Whether you choose to begin your adventures through the historic city centre or by dining in the delicious local restaurants, this stunning city has so much to offer you’ll be spoilt for choice.

 

 

 

Accommodation

The Hotel Universo, in Rome.

The Hotel Universo offers all guests an unforgettable 4-star Roman city break in the very heart of one of the most celebrated cities on earth.

Situated right in the city centre, it boasts comfortable rooms and an unrivalled location for exploring some of the Italian capitals most beautiful areas.

Enjoying Rome's History

After breakfast, you will meet your local guide and visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. A path of indescribable emotions, during which your eyes will be enchanted by the works of the greatest artists of all time and by places that pass down centuries of history of the Vatican State, the Popes, and the Church.

In the afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore the many faces of Rome on your own. Imperial Rome is surely the most famous; the splendour of the ancient times is still very much alive and includes the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Domus Aurea and the Pantheon.

In the early evening, you’ll have your aperitivo in the Roman Ghetto. In the Ghetto of Rome, the Jewish tradition and kosher cuisine are very much alive. Discover and taste the “carciofi alla giudìa”, the traditional deep-fried artichoke originated in the Jewish community of Rome, with a glass of wine. This authentic experience is delicious and immerses you into aspects of local cultures.

Dinner will be spent as you wish. You can retreat back to your hotel to unwind, or explore more of Rome through its cuisine. Regardless of what you choose, you’re sure to have a delicious meal to end your busy day.

 

Accommodation

The Hotel Universo, in Rome.

Exploring Rome and Departure

After breakfast, you will be checking out of your hotel but you can still enjoy the day in Rome.

Enjoy your morning at leisure, maybe discover the Baroque Rome. This is characterised by architects like Bernini and Borromini, with the stunning Piazza Navona and Piazza di Spagna, or the Renaissance Rome with its princely palaces, including Palazzo Farnese, Palazzo della Cancelleria and Villa Farnesina.

The stunning historic architecture in Rome is not to be missed, and is certainly worth a stroll around. Walking through the cobbled streets of Rome whilst admiring the unique structures is a must do as well as sampling some authentic roman street food before you had back to airport and home.

What's included

Included

  • 2 nights of accommodation in your hotel with breakfast and all city taxes included
  • Guided visit of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a professional English speaking local guide
  • Aperitivo with "carciofo alla Giudia" tasting and 1 glass of wine in a local restaurant in the Jewish ghetto
  • Entrance fees for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • 24 hour emergency line
Your local host

Vincenzo and team

Our itineraries reveal the unexpected and often hard to find Italy that travellers have always dreamed of discovering - the legendary Italy you can get under the skin of to personally encounter the real country you often miss.

Every detail that makes your time spent travelling unforgettable will be taken care of: comfort, quality, exclusive visits, local voices and encounters. Our aim is to become a go-to group for those who seek the ultimate Italian experience by ensuring our visitors leave inspired and personally enriched after their time with us.

Our itineraries reveal the unexpected and often hard to find Italy that travellers have always dreamed of discovering - the legendary Italy you can get under the skin of to personally encounter the real country you often miss.

Every detail that makes your time spent travelling unforgettable will be taken care of: comfort, quality, exclusive visits, local voices and encounters. Our aim is to become a go-to group for those who seek the ultimate Italian experience by ensuring our visitors leave inspired and personally enriched after their time with us.

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Location

Rome is the capital city of Italy, famous for its amazing cuisine and ancient history. This buzzing city has beauty all around, through the food, drinks, buildings, cultures and history. Rome never ceases to amaze!

FAQs

What room is included in the hotel?

You will be staying in a Double Room in the Hotel Universo in Rome. This double room has a double bed or twin beds.

How long is the guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel?

You will have a 2 hour guided tour through the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, brought to you by a local professional guide who speaks English.

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