We arrived in Rome on the 3rd of November and stayed at the Ivanhoe Hostel near the Colosseum for 3 nights.
The Ivanhoe Hostel is a party hostel, offering either free cocktails or pasta every night which allows people to get to know each other and socialise.
Our first night there we went to a 1 Euro shot bar then a nightclub with most of the people from the hostel.
The following morning we planned out our day. First we walked to the Colosseum and did an audio tour. The building is absolutely spectacular as well as the gardens and ruins surrounding the area.
Afterwards we walked to the Tiber river where we found thousands of starling birds flying around and creating a bit of a poo storm. Thankfully we had an umbrella to take cover under.
We crossed to the other side of the river and found side street with many restaurants and a night market. Here we grabbed an early and very cheap dinner (15 euro for a pizza, chicken breast, side of vegetables and bruchetta).
After dinner we walked to the Pantheon and lastly to the Trevi Fountain where lots of people were sitting admiring the fountain and getting hassled by men trying to sell roses, toys and photos.
We were quite tired after our big day so we got an early night because the following day was going to be even more exhausting!
The following day we headed to the Vatican City. First we wondered through the museum in search for the Sistine Chapel which we eventually found. It was quite eery and dark, not at all what I was expecting but still very beautiful and impressive!
Afterwards it was time to check out St Peter's Basilica. The line to enter was around 800 metres long but thankfully it moved very fast and within half an hour we were inside this amazing church. I am not a very religious person but the building was extremely impressive. I've never seen a building quite like it. The amount of detail and the size alone would impress anyone.
That night we went for dinner at a restaurant down the road from our hostel which had apertivo on offer from 7pm - 9pm. This meant we could help ourselves to the buffet served at the bar for free if we bought a drink. I wish they had places like this at home! There is nothing better than having a drink and some nibbles for dinner.
The following day we went wondering with some people from our hostel in search for the Spanish Steps. On our way we visited the Rome Dal Cielo Terrazza dell Quadrighe. An Amazing large marble building that you can spot from almost anywhere in Rome. Inside is a museum focusing on the history of Italy and World War 2. You can go to the top of this building and on a clear day get some amazing panoramic photos of Rome.
Afterwards we heading back to the Pantheon because last time it was closed. So this time we went inside. It is an incredible building, a must see for anyone who goes to Rome!
Then we headed for the Spanish Steps where we hung out and soaked in some sunshine before heading back towards the hostel to get lunch.
That evening we flew to Edinburgh, Scotland to begin another adventure!
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