8 days in Rome & Province of 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, nightlife, museums, classes, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Colosseum, explore the galleries of Vatican Museums, explore the world behind art at Galleria Borghese, and delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill.

To see reviews, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Rome day trip planner.

Lagos, Nigeria to Rome is an approximately 10-hour flight. In May, Rome is slightly colder than Lagos - with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to take a train to Valmontone.

Valmontone is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Rome in the Italian region Lazio, located about 45km southeast of Rome.GeographyThe historic part of the town is situated on a tuffaceous hill, 303m above sea level, part of a morphological system of valleys and low relieves, known as Alta Valle del Sacco (High Valley of Sacco River). Start off your visit on the 10th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Villa Adriana, admire the natural beauty at Villa d'Este, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Monastero Di S.Benedetto. On the next day, explore the different monuments and memorials at Sicily Rome American Cemetery and Memorial.

To find photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Valmontone trip planner .

Take a train from Rome to Valmontone in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.