4 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.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Via Condotti and L'Artigianato. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Colosseum and Vatican Museums. There's much more to do: take a stroll through Trastevere, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, and make a trip to Roman Forum.

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If you are flying in from Ireland, 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 October, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.