The Vatican is the smallest sovereign state in the world and the epicentre of the Roman Catholic faith. It houses St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican Museums. Spend the morning exploring the vast and beautiful religious art scenes inside the museums, and finish with a tour of St. Peter’s Basilica.
The Colosseum is one of the most iconic ancient structures in the world. An over 2,000 years old amphitheatre where the Romans held gladiatorial contests, animal hunts, and public spectacles. Book a guided tour to experience what the ancient Romans did all those years ago.
Ancient Rome meets modern cafe culture at the Pantheon. Originally a temple, this structure now hosts an impressive open dome ceiling that creates the most beautiful natural light. Get a coffee at a nearby cafe and sit and enjoy the striking sights of the Pantheon.
The Trevi Fountain is the largest and most beautiful Baroque fountain in Rome. Thousands of coins are thrown into the fountain daily as a superstitious belief that throwing a coin with your right hand over your left shoulder will ensure a return to Rome.
The Spanish Steps lead up to the Trinità dei Monti church at the top of the hill. The steps and surroundings are a popular gathering place for tourists to relax and enjoy. You can grab an early lunch at a nearby Trattoria before climbing the Spanish Steps.
To move around Rome, you can get a Roma Pass, which gives you unlimited access to buses, trams, and the metro system. It costs €38 for a 48-hour pass. A taxi from the airport to the city centre costs around €48 and takes about 45 minutes. However, the cheapest and most hassle-free option is taking the train for €14, and it takes 32 minutes.
If you have more time, consider visiting the Borghese Gallery, the Catacombs or tasting traditional Italian wines at a wine tasting course. If you have less time, you can visit the Vatican and Colosseum in one day.
Rome has two major airports, Leonardo da Vinci (FCO) and Ciampino (CIA). FCO is the busiest airport with direct flights to major cities worldwide. It is located 22 miles southwest of the city centre. You can take a train or taxi to reach the city centre. CIA handles mainly domestic and low-cost airlines and is located 7.5 miles southeast of the city centre.