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Can't handle another day of Rome's
crowds? (image: wikicommons) |
There's plenty you can do in Rome if you have an extra day, but here are day-trips that pack a BIG punch.
These are intense day-trips, most over 10 hours, but that's part of their beauty. You can easily spend a few hours in each direction sleeping, if you wish, and still have a culturally rich layover.
Options below range from private tours, small group tours, standard-type tours, budget tours, independent tours and do-it-yourself tips for the backpacking crowd. Be sure to check the options until you find one for your budget - and go!
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| The Amalfi Coast will take your breath away |
Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is a stretch of coastline on the southern coast of the Sorrentine Peninsula in the Province of Salerno. A popular tourist destination, the Amalfi Coast is known for its lemons and limoncello liqueur. Popular destinations include Amalfi, Positano and Sorrento.
Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Small Group Day Trip from Rome (14 hours)
Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Full-Day Tour from Rome (1 day)
Amalfi Coast Full-Day Private Tour from Rome (1 day)
Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Full-Day Private Tour from Rome (10 hours)
Pompeii & Positano Full-Day Private Tour From Rome (12 hours)
Private Day Trip to Pompeii & Sorrento from Rome (12 hours)
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| Is it any wonder Capri has been a top resort spot since Roman times? |
Capri
Capri, an island located on the south side of the Gulf of Naples, has been a resort since Roman times. The island is famous for the Faraglioni limestone crags that project above the sea, the Blue Grotto and the ruins of the Imperial Roman villas and charming Anacapri town.
Capri Day Trip from Rome (13 hours)
Full-Day Sightseeing Tour to Capri (11 hours)
Naples and Capri Day Trip from Rome (13 hours)
Capri from Rome on your own - Capri Insider Guide
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| Is it the Royal Palace of Caserta or the Palace of Versailles? |
Caserta
Of all the royal residences inspired by the Palace of Versailles, the Royal Palace of Caserta is the one that bears the greatest resemblance to the original model. The Reggia of Caserta was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997, but is well off the beaten track. The town of Caserta, 20 kilometres from Naples, is unremarkable.
Caserta from Rome on your own - Enjoy Rome
Caserta from Rome on your own - Browsing Rome
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| Yes, you can visit David in a day from Rome - but it will be a long day! |
Florence
Florence, the capital of Tuscany, is considered a cultural, artistic and architectural gem. The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, Florence was the most important city in Europe for 250 years, until the early 1500s. Florence deserves more than a day, but if that's all you've got...
Florence Day Trip from Rome (15 hours)
Florence Full-Day Small-Group Tour: From Rome (1 day)
Rome to Florence: Full-Day Private Guided Excursion (12 hours)
Florence & Pisa Full-Day Tour from Rome (1 day)
Independent Florence Day Trip from Rome by High-Speed Train
(12 hours)
Florence from Rome on your own - Enjoy Rome
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| Just one of the priceless artifacts in the Naples National Archaeological Museum |
Naples
Italy's 3rd largest city and capital of Campania region, Naples is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. The Naples National Archaeological Museum houses one of the most extensive collections of artifacts of the Roman Empire, including antiques unearthed at nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum. Napoli is also the birthplace of pizza.
Naples Day Trip from Rome with Traditional Naples Food Tour (10 hours)
Naples for Food Lovers Full-Day Tour from Rome (1 day)
Naples and Capri Day Trip from Rome (13 hours)
Naples and Pompeii Day Trip from Rome (13 hours)
Pompeii and Naples Private Full-Day Tour from Rome (9-10 hours)
Naples Self-Guided Day Trip from Rome (12 hours)
Naples from Rome on your own - Walks of Italy
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| The Duomo di Pisa - and its famous leaning bell tower |
Pisa
The architecture in Pisa, a city in Tuscany on the Tyrrhenian Sea, comes from its time as an Italian maritime republic. Although known worldwide for its Leaning Tower of Pisa, the city boasts 20+ historic churches, a few palaces and scenic bridges across the River Arno.
Florence & Pisa Full-Day Tour from Rome (1 day)
Pisa from Rome on your own - An American in Rome
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| The magically preserved Pompeii - with Mount Vesuvius as a backdrop |
Pompeii and Herculaneum
The ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum were destroyed, buried and hidden under ash and pumice following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The largely preserved archaeological sites are located near modern Naples.
Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Small Group Day Trip from Rome
(14 hours)
Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Full-Day Tour from Rome (1 day)
Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Full-Day Private Tour from Rome (10 hours)
Pompeii & Positano Full-Day Private Tour From Rome (12 hours)
Private Day Trip to Pompeii & Sorrento from Rome (12 hours)
Pompeii Private Full-Day Tour from Rome (8 hours)
Naples and Pompeii Day Trip from Rome (13 hours)
Pompeii and Naples Private Full-Day Tour from Rome (9-10 hours)
Pompeii Day Trip from Rome (13 hours)
Pompeii and Vesuvius Volcano Full Day Trip from Rome (13 hours)
Rome to Pompeii Shuttle Bus & Independent Day Trip (12 hours)
Pompeii from Rome on your own - Enjoy Rome
Pompeii from Rome on your own - The Rome Toolkit
Pompeii from Rome on your own - Walks of Italy
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| The stunning Duomo di Siena |
Siena
The city of Siena, in Tuscany, is one of the Italy's most visited tourist attractions due to its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sienna is also famous for its art, museums and cuisine.
Sienna Day Trip from Rome (13-14 hours)
Siena and San Gimignano 1 day from Rome (1 day)
Siena & San Gimignano Day Tour & Wine Tasting from Rome (1 day)
Siena from Rome on your own - An American in Rome
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| The rolling Tuscan hills near Pienza |
Tuscany
While Florence, Pisa and Sienna are popular gems, Tuscany has much more to offer, with numerous smaller towns, including Bagno Vignoni, Montalcino, Montelpulciano, Monticchiello and Pienza.
Tuscany Day Trip from Rome (13 hours)
Etruscan Tuscany & Lazio Full-Day Tour from Rome (1 day)
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(13 hours)
The Wine and Oil of Tuscany: Full-Day Tour from Rome (1 day)
Tuscany: Full-Day Private Excursion from Rome (10 hours)
Private Tuscany Wine Tour from Rome (10 hours)
Tuscany from Rome on your own - Walks of Italy
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| Lush vineyards in the Umbria region of Italy |
Umbria
The most popular towns in the Umbria region of Italy are Assisi and Orvieto.
Assisi Day Trip from Rome (12 hours)
Assisi and Orvieto Day Trip from Rome (12-13 hours)
Assisi and Orvieto Full-Day Trip from Rome (10 hours)
Rome to Orvieto by Private Car: Full-Day Guided Tour (7 hours)
St. Francis Basilica and Medieval Umbria from Rome (Assisi + Perugia or Orvieto) (7 hours)
Orvieto & Civita Bagnoregio Private Day Tour From Rome (12 hours)
Gourmet Tour to Chianti & Umbria from Rome (13 hours)
Orvieto from Rome on your own - Walks of Italy
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| Romantic Venice |
Venice
The city of Venice, in northeastern Italy, is situated on 118 small islands, separated by canals and linked by bridges. Venice is famous for its beauty, setting, vaparetto, architecture and artworks. The city, including its lagoon, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day Trip to Venice by High Speed Train from Rome (1 day)
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