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.

Escape the urban bustle at Cascata delle Marmore and Passeggiata di Gianicolo. Explore hidden gems such as Duomo di Orvieto and Villa d'Este. Venture out of the city with trips to Pozzo di San Patrizio (in Orvieto), Villa Adriana (in Tivoli) and Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica (in Ostia Antica). Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, pause for some serene contemplation at Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta Spoleto, contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona.

To find other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Rome trip planner .

If you are flying in from Brazil, the closest major airports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.