12 days in Rome Itinerary

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

Explore hidden gems such as Villa d'Este and Cascata delle Marmore. Colosseum and Pantheon are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get out of town with these interesting Rome side-trips: Villa Adriana (in Tivoli), Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica (in Ostia Antica) and Orvieto (Pozzo di San Patrizio & Duomo di Orvieto). There's lots more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Basilica.

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If you are flying in from Brazil, the closest major aiports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport. In July in Rome, expect temperatures between °C during the day and °C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can travel back home.