21 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.

Colosseum and Vatican Museums are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Pantheon and Piazza Navona will appeal to history buffs. Explore Rome's surroundings by going to Tivoli (Villa d'Este, San Pietro alla Carita, & more), Monastero Di S.Benedetto (in Subiaco) and Grotte di Falvaterra (in Falvaterra). There's much more to do: delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill, stroll the grounds of Catacombe di San Callisto, admire the masterpieces at Sistine Chapel, and make a trip to Roman Forum.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Rome trip planner .

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 90°F in August, and nighttime lows around 69°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.