40 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Rome: Tivoli (Chiesa ed Ex Convento di San Pastore, Villa d'Este, &more), Museo Civico Delle Telecomunicazioni (in Colleferro) and Santuario della Mentorella (in Capranica Prenestina). Pack the 26th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Zoomarine. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Vatican Museums.

For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Rome trip itinerary planning app.

If you are flying in from Australia, 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. In July, daily temperatures in Rome can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 24°C.