Religious Studies trip to Rome: 4 days, 3 nights
A Religious Studies educational trip to Rome with Select offers a unique opportunity to explore the heart of Christian history and culture. Home to the Vatican, St. Peter’s Basilica, and countless ancient churches, Rome allows students to immerse themselves in the historical roots of Christianity. Our 4 days, 3 nights trip provides firsthand experiences of significant religious sites, art, and traditions that have shaped the faith for centuries, fostering a deeper understanding of its global impact and spiritual heritage.
Excursion Ideas
Colosseum
Subject range: Religious Studies, Art, Cultural, History, Classics, Geography
What you’ll experience: The Colosseum is an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome and the largest amphitheatre in the world, considered one of the greatest achievements of Roman engineering and architecture. A symbol of the pageantry of the Empire and estimated to hold between 50,000 and 80,000 spectators, it was used for gladiatorial contests as well as other public spectacles such as dramas based on Classical mythology. Construction began in 70 AD under Emperor Vespasian. The last recorded games were held there in the 6th century. The monument’s damage was mostly caused by earthquakes. The present-day exterior of the Colosseum is in fact the original interior wall.
The Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Subject range: Religious Studies, Art, Cultural, History, Classics, Geography
What you’ll experience: Once the heart of Roman public life, the Forum is a plaza in the centre of Rome surrounded by the ruins of important ancient government buildings. Many events took place here including public speeches, trials and elections. Located in the small valley between the Palatine and Capitoline hills.
Pantheon
Subject range: Religious Studies, History, Classics, Geography
What you’ll experience: The Pantheon, built 118-128 AD, is the most complete and best preserved of the ancient temples due to being in continuous use throughout history. Since the 7th century it has been used as a Catholic Church, dedicated to St. Mary and the Martyrs. The space inside is awe-inspiring – a perfect sphere symbolising the vault of heaven with the height of the dome the same as its diameter creating perfect balance and unique harmony.
Trevi Fountain
Subject range: Religious Studies, Art, Cultural, History, Classics, Geography
What you’ll experience: The largest Baroque fountain in the city, the Trevi Fountain is a beautiful, imposing construction that features the central figure of Neptune flanked by two Tritons – one struggles to master an unruly sea horse, the other leads a more docile animal (this symbolises the two contrasting moods of the sea). A traditional legend holds that if visitors throw a coin into the fountain, they are ensured a return to Rome.
The Vatican City, St Peter's Basilica and the Sistine chapel
Subject range: Religious Studies, Art, Cultural, History, Classics, Geography
What you’ll experience: The Vatican is the smallest state in the world. It’s full of places of interest to be discovered including the Vatican grounds and Museum with fabulous art work such as the wondrous Michelangelo masterpieces in the Sistine chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica with its beautiful Renaissance architecture, and St. Peter’s Square with the impressive Egyptian obelisk at its centre.
Spanish Steps
Subject range: Religious Studies, Art, Cultural
What you’ll experience: The Spanish Steps is a monumental stairway of 135 steps which climbs a steep slope between the Piazza di Spagna at the base and the Trinità dei Monti church at the top. They were built between 1723-1726 and designed by Francesco de Sanctis.
Religious Studies trip to Rome: 4 Days, 3 Nights Accommodation
Hotel Capitol
Location: Rome
Capacity: 100
The Hotel Capitol is ideally located near to the Roma Termini Railway Station in the historical centre of the city, and is close to all the main monuments. The Hotel Capitol is located in a historic late Nineteenth century building and staff are friendly and English speaking. A great choice for your school tour to Rome!
Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities, TV, air conditioning and WiFi.
Facilities: Comfortable reception, the rooms occupy the six upper floors and can be reached by a modern elevator from the mezzanine floor.
Hotel Dina
Location: Rome
Capacity: 100
Centrally located in Rome, close to the main train station. The Hotel Dina offers authentic Italian style accommodation in a great location.
Rooms: Bedrooms with en-suite bathroom, television, radio.
Facilities: Reception, breakfast room.
Meininger Roma Termini
Location: Termini
Capacity: 117
Located in an old renovated building, near the main railway station, the metro is also only a 2-minute walk away, providing excellent connections to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Sights including the Vatican, Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain can also be conveniently reached from the main station.
Rooms: Bedrooms sleep 2-6 people and some all rooms are en-suite and have air conditioning.
Facilities: Restaurant, 24 hour reception.
Villa Palazzola
Location: Castelli Hills
Capacity: 52
Set high up above the extinct volcanic Lago Albano. this renovated 13th century Cistercian monastery offers a beautiful, peaceful rural accommodation alternative within reach of the city of Rome. Now owned by the Venerable English College in Rome, Palazzola offers stunning views, great facilities and an Italian family welcome.
Rooms: Bedrooms sleep 2-4 people and some rooms are en-suite.
Facilities: Beautiful gardens, tennis courts, swimming pool, volleyball court, field for ball games, free WI-FI.
