Rome Complete Tour – Part 1: travel itinerary
What to see, opening hours, prices, map
Rome Complete Tour is a journey through the city’s main rioni and neighborhoods, a collection of itineraries featuring iconic landmarks and hidden gems, to discover the Eternal City in depth.
📌 To view the complete itinerary for each area, click on the links to the dedicated pages +🔗
- Overview
- Orientation Table 📊
- Itinerary Overview
- Routes: Maps, Descriptions, Details
- 📍 Campo Marzio +🔗
- 📍 Colonna and Ponte +🔗
- 📍 Parione and Regola +🔗
- 📍 Sant’Eustachio and Pigna +🔗
- 📍 Sant’Angelo and Trastevere +🔗
- 📍 Testaccio and Ripa +🔗
- 📍 Celio +🔗
- 📍 Esquilino +🔗
See also:
- Guide to Rome
- Itineraries: 1d, 3d, CT
- Experiences, Getting Around
- Eating: Where & What
- Where to Sleep
Overview
Rome Complete Tour was created with the aim of guiding visitors through the discovery of one of the world’s richest cities in terms of history, art, and culture, offering a comprehensive and well-organized experience.
The tour is designed both for those visiting Rome for the first time and for anyone who has already been to Rome (including Romans themselves), but wishes to explore lesser-known attractions beyond the usual tourist routes.
The Rome Complete Tour includes 16 itineraries focusing on the monumental, archaeological, and museum attractions of some of the city’s most important rioni and neighborhoods.
More specifically, this Part 1 of the Rome Complete Tour includes the first 8 itineraries dedicated to 13 historic rioni. Over 70 hours of sightseeing spread across 10 days, visitors will discover 189 attractions, including both major and secondary stops, for a truly immersive full-experience visit.
📌 The itineraries follow a criterion of visit continuity: some attractions may therefore belong to neighbouring districts, but they are included due to their proximity and connection with the route.
📊 Orientation Table
The table below summarizes all the main attractions included in the first 8 itineraries of Rome Complete Tour – Part 1, helping you to quickly find your way and plan your visit in the best possible way (see Itinerary Overview).
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Itinerary Overview
Below you will find a summary of all the itineraries dedicated to discovering the 8 Roman rioni covered in this Part 1, with the relevant link to the itinerary page with map and detailed stages.
RIONE CAMPO MARZIO
The itinerary of Rione Campo Marzio leads to the discovery of one of the most elegant and monumental areas of Rome, among historic squares, prestigious streets and artistic masterpieces. The route includes places of great interest such as Piazza di Spagna with the famous Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti, Piazza del Popolo and the Ara Pacis, offering a fascinating journey through art, history and the atmosphere of the most refined Rome.
RIONI COLONNA and PONTE
The itinerary dedicated to Rioni Colonna and Ponte crosses some of the most central and representative areas of Rome, among historic buildings, ancient remains and monuments of great artistic value. The route includes places of interest such as Piazza Colonna, the Chiostro del Bramante and the Museo Nazionale Romano of Palazzo Altemps, offering a complete overview of Roman history, art and culture.
RIONE PARIONE and REGOLA
The tour of Rioni Parione and Regola leads to the discovery of one of the most fascinating areas of the historic center of Rome, characterized by monumental squares, Renaissance palaces and charming historic streets. The route includes places of great interest such as Piazza Navona, Campo de’ Fiori, Palazzo Farnese and numerous other historical landmarks, offering an immersive journey through Baroque and Renaissance Rome.
RIONI SANT’EUSTACHIO and PIGNA
The itinerary dedicated to Rioni Sant’Eustachio and Pigna allows visitors to explore the historic heart of Rome, among ancient remains of the imperial city, monumental churches and iconic squares of the capital. The route includes places of great interest such as the Pantheon, the Chiesa di San Luigi dei Francesi, Largo di Torre Argentina and other important monuments, offering a fascinating journey through the Roman era, the Renaissance and the Baroque period.
RIONI SANT’ANGELO and TRASTEVERE
The tour of Rioni Sant’Angelo and Trastevere leads to the discovery of two of the most characteristic areas of Rome, among ancient traditions, charming alleys and important historical testimonies. The route includes iconic places such as the Teatro Marcello, the Isola Tiberina, the Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere and the Gallerie Naz. di Arte Antica of Palazzo Barberini, offering an experience among history, culture and authentic Roman atmospheres.
RIONI TESTACCIO and RIPA
The itinerary dedicated to Rioni Testaccio and Ripa accompanies visitors on the discovery of an authentic Rome, where archaeology, panoramic views and popular traditions coexist in a fascinating route. The tour includes attractions such as the Piramide Cestia, the Giardino degli Aranci, the Buco della Serratura dell’Ordine di Malta, the Circo Massimo and other important historical sites, offering a journey between ancient Rome and contemporary atmospheres.
RIONE CELIO
The tour of Rione Celio leads to the discovery of one of the most important archaeological and monumental areas of Rome, among historic basilicas, remains from the imperial age and places of extraordinary cultural value. The route includes attractions such as the Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano, the Terme di Caracalla, the Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo, the Case romane del Celio and other important sites, offering a fascinating journey through more than two thousand years of Roman history.
📌 The Colosseo, although located inside the Celio district, is not included in this itinerary because it is covered in a dedicated route: see Colosseum in 1 day: what to see and complete itinerary
RIONE ESQUILINO
The itinerary dedicated to Rione Esquilino allows visitors to explore one of the historic districts of Rome richest in artistic and religious testimonies. The route includes places such as Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, the Basilica di San Clemente and the Anfiteatro Castrense, offering a complete itinerary among archaeology, spirituality and the history of the Eternal City.
FAQ
Rome Complete Tour Part 1 is organized into 8 itineraries, dedicated to discovering some of the city’s most important historic rioni.
📌 See also Itinerary Overview
Is it possible to skip stops or customize the itineraries?
Yes. You can remove stops or change their order while always maintaining route continuity. This allows you to adapt the itinerary according to your interests and available time.
📌 See also Itinerary Info
Can these itineraries be done on foot?
Yes. All itineraries are designed to be explored entirely on foot.
📌 See also Getting around Rome: Info and Tips
Is it worth booking the main attractions in advance?
During peak tourist seasons, it is recommended to book in advance or join guided tours to avoid waiting times and ensure entry to the most popular attractions.
- ✅ Pantheon
- ✅ Palazzo Barberini
- ✅ Terme di Caracalla
- ✅ Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
- ✅ Museo Nazionale Romano
📌 See also Experiences in Rome: Tours, Tickets and Useful Info
How long does it take to complete Rome Complete Tour Part 1?
Part 1 includes approximately 70 hours of visiting time, distributed across the eight itineraries dedicated to the city’s historic rioni, with a total of 189 stops including main attractions and secondary points of interest.
See also
- Guide to Rome
- Itineraries: 1d, 3d, CT
- Experiences, Getting Around
- Eating: Where & What
- Where to Sleep
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🔐 Some images on this page are used under Creative Commons licenses:
By Richard Nevell – Naples, panoramic view of the city and Mount Vesuvius – Own work – CC BY-SA 4.0 – Wikimedia Commons
By PROPOLI87 – Florence, panorama from Piazzale Michelangelo – Own work – CC BY-SA 4.0 – Wikimedia Commons
By Luca Aless – Venice, panoramic view of Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Campanile – Own work – CC BY-SA 4.0 – Wikimedia Commons
By Marcus Winter from Potsdam, Germany – Roma, panoramica di San Pietro da Castel Sant’Angelo – Opera propria, CC BY-SA 2.0 – Wikimedia Commons
