9 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica and Piazza Venezia. You'll explore and learn at Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Rome: Sabbianera Super Beach (in Anguillara Sabazia), Orvieto (Decugnano dei Barbi & Duomo di Orvieto) and Lido Riviera (in Salto di Fondi). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Colosseum, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Peter's Basilica, appreciate the extensive heritage of Centro Storico Associazione Centro Storico, and kick back and relax at Acqua e Sale - Stabilimento Balneare.

To find traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Rome journey planner.

If you are flying in from Australia, 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 34°C in June, and nighttime lows around 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.