18 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.

Head to Via Condotti and La Bottega degli Orsinifor plenty of shopping. Escape the urban bustle at Catacombs of Saint Callixtus and Grotte di Falvaterra. Venture out of the city with trips to Chiesa di Sant'Andrea (in Viterbo), Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta (in Amaseno) and Faggeta del Monte Cimino (in Soriano nel Cimino). The adventure continues: wander the streets of Trastevere, delve into the distant past at Pantheon, don't miss a visit to Piazza Navona, and steep yourself in history at Palatine Hill.

For photos, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Rome online travel planner.

If you are flying in from Libya, 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. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in January, and nighttime lows around 4°C.