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Rome, Italy
ROME: One of Italy's most beautiful cities, with plenty of activities to keep the family entertained (Digital Visions)
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By Candyce H. Stapen

  • See the ancient Colosseum, site of gladiator battles.
  • Imagine toga-clad politicians speaking at the Forum.
  • Stand in Saint Peter's Square.
  • Admire Michelangelo's work in the Sistine Chapel and his Pietà in Saint Peter's Basilica.
  • Find your favorite flavor of gelato.

Family Overview: Rome, Italy

By Candyce H. Stapen
Rome has almost too many attractions: ancient ruins, world-class art, historic churches and museums, as well as catacombs, classy shops, parks, piazzas, and fountains. A summer day in the Eternal City comes with crowds and noise—screeching Vespas, blaring car horns and droning bus engines. Add the frequent stop-and-go traffic, plus the hot Roman sun, and you can see why it's important not to attempt a marathon tour. Read More

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  • WE will be in Rome for 4 days before a cruise. Is the Rome Pass worth it? What is the difference between the Rome Pass and the Rome Piu Pass? Is it worth hiring a tour guide for the major attractions of the city or do it on our own? What Vatican tour would you remommend? And finally, do you think we have time for a side trip outside the city? Many THanks
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Hotels

The Westin Excelsior, Rome

Via Vittorio Veneto 125
Rome 00187 Map

Distance: 0.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Grand Hotel Palazzo Della Fonte

Via Dei Villini 7
Fiuggi 03015 Map

Distance: 37.9 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars
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Hotel de Russie

Via del Babuino, 9
Rome 00187 Map

Distance: 1.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Attractions

Crypts & Catacombs Tour

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Piazza Barberini
Rome, Italy

Distance: 0.6 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Guests have the opportunity to visit the most interesting and mystifying sites of underground Rome in either group or private tours. ... Read More
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Villa Borghese

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Piazzale Flaminio
00196

Distance: 1.5 mi. (from destination center)
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Basilica di San Pietro (St. Peter's Basilica)

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Piazza San Pietro
Rome, Italy

Distance: 2.2 mi. (from destination center)

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In ancient times, the Circus of Nero, where St. Peter is said to have been crucified, was... Read More

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Airports

Major Airports near Rome

Distance (mi.)
Rome Intercontinental Airport Leonardo da Vinci 15.4 map
Naples International Airport 116.6 map
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport 191.9 map

Other Smaller Airports near Rome

Distance (mi.)
Rome Ciampino Airport 15.3 map
Perugia Sant Egidio Airport 83.0 map
Pescara Liberi Airport 96.3 map
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