3 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 St. Peter's Basilica. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Pantheon and Vatican Museums. There's much more to do: wander the streets of Trastevere, explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill, make a trip to Roman Forum, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona.

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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. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in May, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.