6 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 Di San Giacomo. Let the collections at Borghese Gallery and Capitoline Museums capture your imagination. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Colosseum, don't miss a visit to Piazza Navona, stop by Elena Kihlman Designer Shop, and admire the masterpieces at Sistine Chapel.

For photos, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Rome trip site .

If you are flying in from Ireland, the closest major airports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport. July in Rome sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 24°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can travel back home.