Rome from the Empire to the Pope
Uncover the layers of Rome, a city reborn through centuries of ambition and art. Begin at the Pantheon, where imperial dreams met architectural genius, and discover how this ancient temple outlived the empire. Wander through Piazza Navona, where chariot races gave way to Baroque spectacle, and rival artists turned fountains into politics. Explore hidden streets and Palazzo Madama, where powerful families and popes reshaped the medieval city. Follow the popes' escape route to St. Peter's Square, where Baroque grandeur awaits. By the end of your journey, you'll grasp how Rome reinvented itself, transforming from imperial powerhouse to the epicenter of Catholic Europe, its legacy woven from intrigue, art, and resilience.
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Where this sits in Rome
Rome is about 33 min by road from Rome Fiumicino Airport. Three thousand years stacked on top of each other, still busy being a capital. Stay central and walk — the Forum, the Pantheon and a dozen churches worth the detour are closer together than the map suggests, and the city rewards wandering more than ticking off.
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