9 days in Rome & Veneto 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 Pantheon and St. Peter's Basilica. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Centro Storico Associazione Centro Storico and Basilica Papale San Paolo fuori le Mura. There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, steep yourself in history at Palatine Hill, make a trip to Vatican Necropolis, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Cupola di San Pietro.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read Rome holiday planning site.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Rome is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Rome is 4 hours. In February, Rome is much colder than Rio de Janeiro - with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to travel to Verona.

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Thu): pause for some serene contemplation at San Fermo Maggiore, Verona, shop like a local with Galleria Dello Scudo, get a taste of the local shopping with Piazza delle Erbe, enjoy breathtaking views from Torre dei Lamberti, then look for gifts at Vivavino Wine Shop, and finally experience the emotional art of opera at Arena di Verona.

For where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Verona trip builder app.

Fly from Rome to Verona in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Rome in February, with highs in Verona at 10°C and lows at 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can go by car to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Scuola Grande di San Rocco, look for gifts at Atelier Marega, make a trip to Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, explore the activities along Canal Grande, then wander the streets of Cannaregio, and finally take a stroll through Campo del Ghetto. On the next day, snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile, then snap pictures at Ponte dei Sospiri, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza San Marco, and finally examine the collection at Doge's Palace.

For maps and more tourist information, read Venice route planner.

You can drive from Verona to Venice in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Venice can reach 11°C, while at night they dip to 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.