TCNJ ROME

TOUR 2020

ROME - FLORENCE

Seize the opportunity to live like a Roman for three weeks in an apartment with TCNJ classmates. Explore the neighborhoods, shop the markets, enjoy an afternoon espresso like the natives!

Students will research and view major monuments of architecture, painting, and sculpture throughout the City. Themes include formal analysis of works of art, the impact of religious beliefs and practices on art and architecture, patronage, the training and intellectual life of artists, constructions of gender and sexuality, and the interpretation of works of art by examining purpose, meaning and context.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Tour galleries and museums – like the Galleria Borghese, Galleria dell’Accademia, and Gallerie degli Uffizi

• Visit churches – like Saint Peter’s Basilica, Chiesa del Gesù, Basilica di Santa Croce, and Duomo in Florence

• Explore iconic ruins – like the Roman Forum, Colosseum, and Pantheon

• Imagine historic plazas – like the Imperial Fora, Forum Boarium, and Markets of Trajan

• Take in picturesque sights – like the Vatican Gardens, Trevi Foundation, and Boboli Gardens

• Enjoy fantastic Italian food – including group dinners and wine tastings

COST

The cost of the trip is $4250. This includes, but not limited to; airfare, lodging, three speciality dinners, wine tasting, museum and tour fees and transportation between cities/countries.