In this hour-long travel special, we explore the "Eternal City" of Rome, a grand and ancient metropolis rich with exquisite art, vibrant culture, and centuries of history. We trace the rise and fall of classical Rome, meander through the heart of Bernini's Baroque Rome, and make a pilgrimage to the Vatican. Then, we follow Rick as he uncovers the charms of hidden neighborhoods filled with character and energy, enjoys a Roman feast, and mixes and mingles with the locals during an early-evening stroll through the city's romantic nightspots.
Content: Segments from three half-hour episodes from Rick Steves' Europe Season 7: 701 Rome: Ancient Glory, 702 Rome: Baroque Brilliance, and 703 Rome: Back-Street Riches — woven together with additional footage. Length: 56 minutes. Release: 2012.
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Rick Steves' Rome: Eternally Engaging [33 words]
In this hour-long travel special, Rick Steves traces the rise and fall of classical Rome, meanders through the heart of Bernini's Baroque Rome, makes a pilgrimage to the Vatican, and uncovers neighborhood charms.
Rick Steves' Rome: Eternally Engaging [88 words]
In this hour-long travel special, Rick Steves explores the "Eternal City" of Rome, a grand and ancient metropolis rich with exquisite art, vibrant culture and centuries of history. In "Rick Steves Special: Rome, Eternally Engaging," Rick traces the rise and fall of classical Rome, meanders through the heart of Bernini's Baroque Rome and makes a pilgrimage to the Vatican. Then, he uncovers the charms of hidden neighborhoods filled with character and energy, enjoys a Roman feast, and mixes and mingles with the locals during an early-evening stroll through the city's romantic nightspots.
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Rick inside the Colosseum. Download image
Bernini's Apollo Chasing Daphne in the Borghese Gallery. Download image
Michelangelo's Pièta in St. Peter's Basilica. Download image
Rick at the Victor Emmanuel Monument. Download image
Piazza Navona. Download image
The floodlit Pantheon. Download image
The Trevi Fountain. Download image
Rick at the Spanish Steps. Download image
Mosaics in the Church of Santa Maria in Trastevere. Download image
Ostia Antica. Download image
St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. Download image
Rick at the Roman Forum. Download image
Rick outside St. Peter's Basilica. Download image
Inside the Pantheon. Download image