26 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.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Colosseum and Trevi Fountain. Explore Rome's surroundings by going to Convento di San Cosimato (in Vicovaro), La Pasta al Bivio (in Capena) and Tivoli (Villa Adriana, Villa d'Este, &more). Pack the 28th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Zoomarine. There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill, don't miss a visit to Spanish Steps, and explore the galleries of Vatican Museums.

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If you are flying in from Canada, 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 August in Rome, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 24°C at night.