Begin your indoor adventure with a visit to the Vatican Museums featuring an extensive collection of art and sculptures. While there, make sure to see the iconic Sistine Chapel, renowned for its beautiful painted ceiling by Michelangelo.
Start the day with a trip to the Pantheon, an impressive temple built in ancient Roman times. Next, head to the Borghese Gallery, an elegant villa museum housing famous art pieces by Bernini, Canova, and Caravaggio.
No visit to Rome is completed without a glimpse into ancient Roman history. Start at the iconic Colosseum where you can learn all about the gladiators on a tour. Then make your way to the Roman Forum, a plaza filled with the ruins of impressive governmental buildings, that provide an insight into the city's ancient past.
Most attractions are close in proximity and may be explored on foot. However, we recommend taking public transportation to the Vatican Museums or the Colosseum since they are some distance away. Consider purchasing a Roma Pass for access to public transport and expedited access to attractions. It costs €38.5 for 48 hours and €28 for 24 hours.
If you have extra time, consider visiting the National Roman Museum, housing a vast collection of ancient artifacts. Alternatively, for those with less time, it may be worth focusing on one area (The Vatican or the Colosseum) to prevent exhaustion from extensive walking.
Rome is serviced by two airports: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) in Fiumicino, located 30 km southwest of the city center, and Ciampino-G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) located 12 km southeast of the city. From both airports, you can take the train or taxi to the city center.