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.

Visit Colosseum and Vatican Museums for their historical value. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Pantheon and Palatine Hill. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Rome: Tivoli (Villa d'Este & Villa Adriana). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, explore the different monuments and memorials at Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, admire the masterpieces at Galleria Borghese, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Louis of the French.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Rome route planning app.

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. March in Rome sees daily highs of 61°F and lows of 45°F at night.