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 Pantheon. Visit Vatican Museums and Villa d'Este for their historical value. Venture out of the city with trips to Villa Adriana (in Tivoli) and Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica (in Ostia Antica). The adventure continues: delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill, make a trip to Piazza Navona, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Clement Basilica, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Abbey of St. Paul Outside the Walls.

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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.