About Rome
Rome is history you can touch. Toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain, stand in the 2,000-year-old Pantheon, wander the Forum where Caesar walked, and end the day with cacio e pepe in a candlelit trattoria.
Best time
April–June & September–October
Weather
Hot dry summers, mild winters
Airport
Fiumicino (FCO) & Ciampino (CIA)
Getting around
The historic center is best explored on foot
Experiences
Things to do in Rome
1
Tour the Colosseum and Roman Forum
2
Marvel at the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican
3
Throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain
4
Climb the Spanish Steps at golden hour
5
Eat your way through Trastevere
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Ancient Rome
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum
- Palatine Hill
- Trastevere dinner
- 2
Day 2
Vatican & baroque
- Vatican Museums
- St. Peter's Basilica
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
Where to eat
- $$$
Roscioli
Roman • Famous carbonara
- $$
Da Enzo al 29
Trattoria • Trastevere classic
Where to stay
- Hotel de Russie
- Hotel Eden
- Palazzo Manfredi
Shopping
- Via del Corso
- Via Condotti
- Campo de' Fiori market
Nightlife
- Trastevere
- Monti
- Testaccio
Museums & culture
- Vatican Museums
- Galleria Borghese
- Capitoline Museums
Local foods to try
- Carbonara
- Cacio e pepe
- Supplì
- Maritozzi
Hidden gems
- Aventine Keyhole
- Quartiere Coppedè
- Appian Way at sunset
Travel tips
- Book Vatican & Colosseum tickets in advance
- Carry water — public fountains (nasoni) are free and safe
Nearby
Attractions in the city
In pictures
Rome gallery
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
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