10 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.

Get some historical perspective at Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica. Do some cultural sightseeing at Pantheon and Roman Forum. Go for a jaunt from Rome to Tivoli to see Villa Adriana about 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums, explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill, take a stroll through Trastevere, and pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Louis of the French.

To see traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Rome online itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Spain, 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. December in Rome sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.