5 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.

Popular historic sites such as Colosseum and Piazza Navona are in your itinerary. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Pantheon and Palatine Hill. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Louis of the French, and make a trip to Centro Storico Associazione Centro Storico.

For traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Rome vacation builder site.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, 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. December in Rome sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 13th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling home.