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 Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica. Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get out of town with these interesting Rome side-trips: Villa Adriana (in Tivoli), Cascata delle Marmore (in Marmore) and Orvieto (Pozzo di San Patrizio & Duomo di Orvieto). There's lots more to do: get engrossed in the history at Museo Storico Piana delle Orme, admire the striking features of Villa Borghese, contemplate the long history of Le Domus Romane di Palazzo Valentini, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pantheon.

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If you are flying in from Brazil, the closest major aiports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport, Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport and Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport. In July in Rome, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can travel back home.