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Day trip from Rome ideas?

We will be in Rome for 3 days in July and given that we were there in 2018 and hit the major touristy things (Vatican, Colosseum, Forum, Steps, Fountain, etc.,) last time we were thinking of doing a day trip outside the city. We know the ruins around Pompeii are an options, but are there any quaint towns that are worth visiting that are a short train ride away (an hour or so)? My wife is looking for something like Siena.

We're four adults ranging in age from 20-60 and are able to walk around.

Thank you!

Posted by
12010 posts

Rather than the LONG day trip to Pompeii, check out Ostia Antica, for a more relaxed visit to an ancient Roman city.

Posted by
98 posts

ORVIETO
One hour train ride, funicular into the old town -
Duomo, read Rick's description - sit out front and watch the light, chapels*** are amazing
Guided cave tours- not sure during Covid??
walk-able streets, bottles of the best white wine for sale everywhere

Posted by
1745 posts

Another vote for Orvieto.

The guided cave tours in Orvieto were still happening when we were there in November.

Posted by
11647 posts

Our favorite day trip from Rome was Villa d’Este /Tivoli Gardens with all of it’s many fountains.

Posted by
6713 posts

Ostia Antica is a good alternative to Pompeii, much easier to reach and doable in half a day. Not what you'd call a "quaint town" though.