1 day in Rome Itinerary

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Wed): ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, admire the striking features of Pantheon, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, then steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, and finally contemplate the long history of Colosseum.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Rome online vacation planner .

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major airports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in March, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.