5 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.

Rome is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Basilica, make a trip to Roman Forum, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, and delve into the distant past at Pantheon.

To find where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Rome trip planner.

If you are flying in from Belgium, 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 August in Rome, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.