I’m Femke and as a product specialist at The Tour Guy, research trips are part of my job—tough, I know. This time, it meant 3 days in Rome, hopping between trattorias, uncovering local secrets, and strolling through parks that have been around longer than some countries. Now, I get to share it all with you.
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Three Days in Rome Itinerary
Forget the whirlwind tourist checklist—this three-day Rome itinerary is all about slowing down and experiencing Rome like a local. From Pigneto’s hip cafés to a sunset cocktail with a view, and a gelato-topped food tour through Trastevere, your days will be packed with traditional flavors, hidden courtyards, and experiences that feel authentically Roman.
If you’re short on time but still want the full experience, consider booking a Rome in a Day tour or one of our Colosseum and Vatican tours.
Not ready to book a tour? Check out our article on the best Rome tours to take and why.
Rome with Femke: 3-Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Discover Rome’s Coolest Neighborhood
Morning: Explore Pigneto, Rome’s bohemian neighborhood.
How to get here: From Roma Trastevere, hop on Metro Line A to San Giovanni, then switch to Metro Line C which will take you to Pigneto.
Afternoon: Aperitivo at Necci dal 1924.
Evening: Dinner at Dar Parucca, topped off with a gelato at Capriccio di Carla.
Not ready to book a tour? Find out if a Rome food tour is worth it.
Day 2 – Villa Borghese and the Best Bites in Trastevere
Morning: Breakfast with a view at Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese. Afterward, stroll around Villa Borghese—one of Rome’s most beautiful gardens.
Add to your itinerary: Witness masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, and Raphael on a skip-the-line Borghese Gallery tour.
Afternoon: Lunch in the Jewish Quarter at Ba’Ghetto.
Evening: Three-hour food tour in Trastevere, complete with a three-course meal and gelato.
Not ready to book a tour? Check out our article on the best restaurants in Trastevere.
Day 3 – Markets, Rooftops, and One Last Roman Feast
Morning: Fuel up for the day with a stop at Mercato Trionfale, home to Al 224 Gusto e Tradizione’s legendary sandwiches.
Next, visit the graves of John Keats and Percy Shelley at Cimitero Acattolico—a non-Catholic cemetery in Testaccio.
Afternoon: Lunch at Flavio al Velavevodetto.
Evening: Kick off the evening with a cocktail at the Atlante Star Hotel’s Roof Garden & Bar, followed by whisky tasting at Drink Kong.
Add to your itinerary: Rome Evening Cocktail Tour With a Local Guide
Lastly, grab a bottle of wine and settle in for a classic Italian film under the stars at Casa del Cinema.
Not ready to book a tour? Check out our article on the best places to have a drink in Rome.
More Inspiration For Your Trip to Rome
Rome wasn’t built in a day, and you won’t see it all in one either. But with our insider guide, you can narrow down what to see, where to eat, which tours to book, and more.
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