Photo TR: The Roman Empire Tour

Parcolido is on the east coast area not far from Fiumcino airport. From Rome central it took around just under one hour.

Although bigger then the other two smaller parks i reported on, it is still mainly for those who count coaster.

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To get to Parcolido one needs to get to Piranide metro stop Line B. From there change to Roma Lido (grey line) You need to get off at Lido Centro and the park is about 3/4 minutes walk from the station.

I got there around 7pm. The park was deserted. The park closd at midnight the day i was there.

completly empty.

The reason for coming. I know it's sad. Head hanging in shame.

Mine train Il Treno Delle Miniere.

Hooray, finally found someone human, even if they are climbing the rope course.

Opposite Parcolido is a small children park. No coasters.

Small gem of a place. Stunning.

Parco Morelli is another children park located in south east Rome. The park was not on Rcdb when i visited it. It was the hardest park to get to as it was no way near any metro or train stations. I took the bus to this park. I don't have the bus number, as my notes are not on me, but i'll give direction to this park later.

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Entrance to Parco Morelli.

The coaster is called "Le Tour de Paris"

Eiffel tower in Rome. Bonus

Nerd shot.

Thanks all for reading my report.

Good things come to those who wait. I've left the best till last.

I have two more large updates left. One for Vatican City and One for Rainbow Magicland.

Stay tuned they'll be coming soon.

Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. This place is amazing.

Absolutely stunning. Nearest metro station is Ottaviano, which is on line A.From the station Vatican City is a few minutes walk.

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Walking to the entrance.

Massive pillars.

First look at St. Peter's Square.

Swiss guards by the door.

St Peter's basilica.

Looking back at the square.

The narthex

Inside...... Due to poor lighting inside some photos did not come out well.

Next up was the climbing up the Cupola (Dome) One would take the lift to roof level then walk up the remaining steps but during my visit the lift was not operating so i had to climb the 551 steps. It's 5 euros extra to climb to the top or 7 euros if you use the lift part way and climb the rest.. The view from the top is stunning.

Looking down from the Gallery at roof level.

tight stairs going to the top. If you are Claustrophobic, then it's best to not do this.

View from the top.

Palace of the Governorate of Vatican City State.

Close up of Palace of the Governorate of Vatican City State.

The museum building.

The famous post card view.

I thought i got rid of you. How the hell did you climb up all these steps anyway?

Steps to go back down.

Back at roof level for coming down only. Here you will find toilets, water drinking fountain, souvenir shop.

If you look at the crown on top of the dome, that's where we were a few minutes ago. Taking all the pics of the surroundings.

Close up, it was crowded up there a while back. Seams i bought the crowds down with me.

Back down again.

Thanks for looking at my photo TR. Hope you guys enjoyed this update. Final update from Rainbow Magicland still to come.

Nice coverage of St. Peter's. I need to climb the dome the next time I go.

My brother is studying abroad in Rome for the fall semester and our family is planning to visit during the week of Thanksgiving. I'm really excited, as it'll be my first time out of the US and it's to a place that I've wanted to visit forever. Although none of the parks will be open, I'm pretty sure I'm going to have a fantastic time; there's plenty of other stuff to do.

 

Anyway, your Photo TR has just made me about 100,000,000 times more excited!

Great photos! I never realized that Italy had so many Wacky Worms... it's almost kinda scary.

 

We went to St. Peters for Easter Mass this year, but I didn't get to do a tour. I love the views from the top!

I went to Florence, Verona, Venice, Assisi, Orvieto, and Rome during spring break this year. It was absolutely beautiful. Everything from the countryside to the architecture was just stunning. I'd love to return someday and visit the parks!

Just caught up on this thread. The architecture in the Vatican is just incredible. And it's hilarious that all the little parks rip-off Disney! Great photo's!

Thanks for all your replies. The view from the top is amazing and is highly recommended.

 

Last update of this report, Rainbow Magicland....Enjoy

Vekoma junior coaster, Bomborun

A selection of children rides.

Amerigo the wacky worm coaster.

First look at Shock!

Cagliostro, Enclosed Maurer spinner.

Italian firemen enjoying the park too.

Stunning theming.

Vekoma Mine train, Olandese Volante.

Good Rapid ride, fairly wet; but with the heat it was a relief to get wet.

Tower ride, Closed.

Nice indoor ride.

Rather boring 4D cineman show.

Park overview shots.

Entrance round about.

Covered parking bays.

Shock's station.

Everytime I see a Photo TR of this park it just SCREAMS of the China Happy Valley's.

^Or Hard Rock Park...

Rome is awesome - hoping to go back next year as well as get to Venice, Milan and of course....Miriblandia.

 

I was giggling over the fact that they were selling ashtrays and shot glasses (sinny stuff?) in the souvenir shops on top of St. Peters. I was surprised that they didn't have a Vatican bong or Vatican condoms that you could buy. Even though I quit smoking, I just had to buy the St Peter's ashtray...it was just too awesome to pass by! It made a great conversation piece for my smoking friends when we hosted poker when we got back!

Everytime I see a Photo TR of this park it just SCREAMS of the China Happy Valley's.

I fully agree. The similarities are endless. They can easily name it Happy Valley Europe

 

Rainbow Magicland needs a few years to settle in. The main issue with this park is lack of shade. Once the plantation is matured and they manage to open up all the rides it can become a top park in Europe. In it's present condition ( large percentage of rides not open) it's average at best.

Nice report!

I'll visit after the summer to avoid the heat.