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.

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, delve into the distant past at Colosseum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Vatican Museums, and make a trip to Roman Forum.

For more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Rome online trip itinerary builder.

If you are flying in from United States, 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 90°F in August, and nighttime lows around 69°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can travel back home.