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City guide · Italy

Rome

Three thousand years, and still nobody eats better.

See the year in Rome ↓

Ancient empire · Renaissance art · Trattoria culture · La dolce vita

When to visit.

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What to see

Start with the sights.

01What to seeRoman EmpireExplore →
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Roman Empire

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The Roman Empire was a state that dominated the Mediterranean and much of Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa during the classical period.

02What to seeTrevi FountainExplore →
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Trevi Fountain

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The Baroque fountain where tradition holds that a tossed coin means a return to Rome.

03What to seeColosseumExplore →
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Colosseum

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The great amphitheatre at the heart of ancient Rome.

04What to seeRoman ForumExplore →
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Roman Forum

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The Roman Forum, also known by its Latin name Forum Romanum, is a rectangular forum (plaza) surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the centre of the city of Rome.

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Pantheon

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The Pantheon is an ancient 2nd century Roman temple and, since AD 609, a Catholic church called the Basilica of St.

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Month by month

Rome, month by month.

What to plan a trip around, month by month.

April in Rome

Rome in April. One of the best months to visit Rome. Typical daytime highs around 66°F (19°C).

May in Rome

Rome in May. One of the best months to visit Rome. Typical daytime highs around 75°F (24°C).

June in Rome

What’s on in Rome in June. One of the best months to visit Rome. Typical daytime highs around 86°F (30°C).

August in Rome

What’s on in Rome in August. Typical daytime highs around 91°F (33°C).

September in Rome

Rome in September. One of the best months to visit Rome. Typical daytime highs around 82°F (28°C).

October in Rome

Rome in October. One of the best months to visit Rome. Typical daytime highs around 73°F (23°C).

Make a plan

Before you go.

Transport, fares & local advice

Getting there

Fly into Fiumicino (FCO) / Ciampino (CIA).

Know before you go

  • Validate regional train and bus tickets before boarding or you risk a fine.
  • Carry a refillable bottle; the street nasoni fountains run clean, cold water.
  • Cover shoulders and knees to enter St. Peter's and most churches.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Rome?

The best time to visit Rome is Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct, in Italy.

Where is Rome?

Rome is in Italy. The nearest major airport is Fiumicino (FCO) / Ciampino (CIA).

What is Rome known for?

Three thousand years, and still nobody eats better.

More places to explore

Explore these places for a longer trip. Distances are straight line; check the route and travel time before planning an outing.

Rome: The lantern of Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza in Rome at sunset
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The lantern of Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza in Rome at sunset