10 days in Italy Itinerary

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

You've now added Spanish Steps to your itinerary. Get some historical perspective at Palatine Hill and Piazza Navona. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Church of St. Louis of the French and St. Clement Basilica. There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di San Pietro, delve into the distant past at Colosseum, make a trip to Roman Forum, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola.

To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Rome driving holiday planner .

Toronto, Canada to Rome is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of bus and flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Time (CET), which is usually a 6 hour difference. Expect much warmer weather when traveling from Toronto in February: highs in Rome hover around 16°C, while lows dip to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Ponte di Rialto, Free Walk in Venice and Canal Grande. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Tue): admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco, get to know the fascinating history of St. Mark's Square, then contemplate the long history of Scala Contarini del Bovolo, then contemplate the long history of Ponte dei Sospiri, and finally admire the striking features of Porta della Carta.

Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your Venice trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.

You can fly from Rome to Venice in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. When traveling from Rome in February, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Venice: temperatures range from 11°C by day to 2°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) early enough to catch the train to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

On the 22nd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Galleria dell'Accademia, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then examine the collection at Uffizi Gallery, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John, and finally admire the striking features of Loggia dei Lanzi.

For maps, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Florence trip maker app .

Traveling by train from Venice to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 14°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. On the 24th (Sat), you'll travel to Rome.

On the 24th (Sat), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Maria Sopra Minerva Basilica, and then contemplate the long history of Basilica Papale San Paolo Fuori le Mura.

To find photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Rome online attractions planner .

Traveling by train from Florence to Rome takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. You will leave for home on the 25th (Sun).