12 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Rome: Culture Discovery Vacations - Cooking Classes & Vacations (in Soriano nel Cimino), Tivoli (Villa Adriana & Villa d'Este) and Monastero Di S.Benedetto (in Subiaco). There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at St. Peter's Basilica, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Vatican Museums.

To see more things to do, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Rome driving holiday planning website.

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. Expect a daytime high around 84°F in June, and nighttime lows around 65°F.