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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Colosseum and Vatican Museums. Visit Pantheon and Piazza Navona for their historical value. Venture out of the city with trips to Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica (in Ostia Antica) and Tivoli (Villa d'Este & Villa Adriana). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Abbey of St. Paul Outside the Walls, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Louis of the French, steep yourself in history at Colle del Gianicolo, and delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill.

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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. March in Rome sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.