3 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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Pantheon and Vatican Museums. And it doesn't end there: delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, don't miss a visit to Roman Forum, and shop like a local with Via Condotti.

For maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Rome day trip app.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, 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 May, daytime highs in Rome are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) so you can travel back home.