About Rome
Rome is the capital and largest city of Italy. It is also the administrative centre of the Lazio region and of the Metropolitan City of Rome. A special municipality named Roma Capitale with a population of 2.7 million in an area of 1,287.36 km2 (497.1 mi2), Rome is the third most populous city in the European Union by population within city limits. The Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, with a population of 4.2 million, is the most populous metropolitan city in Italy. Its metropolitan area is the third-most populous within Italy. Rome is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, within Lazio (Latium), along the shores of the Tiber Valley.
Cheap flights to Rome
The lowest round-trip fare found by Destina Holidays travellers in the last 30 days was $504 from New York, travelling 25 Nov – 25 Dec. These are the cheapest fares from the most searched cities.
- NYC New York to Rome25 Nov – 25 Dec · FCO from$504
- LAX Los Angeles to Rome7 Dec – 15 Dec · ROM from$713
- MIA Miami to Rome11 Nov – 18 Nov · FCO from$572
- CHI Chicago to Rome18 Nov – 25 Nov · FCO from$797
- BOS Boston to Rome1 Nov – 10 Nov · ROM from$834
- WAS Washington to Rome8 Dec – 17 Dec · ROM from$831
- YTO Toronto to Rome28 Nov – 13 Dec · FCO from$554
- SFO San Francisco to Rome3 Nov – 17 Nov · ROM from$866
Cheapest month to fly
Airlines travellers compared most often: Aer Lingus, ITA Airways, Austrian Airlines, United Airlines, Finnair, Icelandair.
Prices are per adult in US dollars, taken from searches between 20 Sep and 20 Oct 2026. Fares change often, so search your dates for live prices.
Search flights to RomePlaces to visit in Rome
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Colosseum
HistoricThe great amphitheatre of ancient Rome, where crowds once watched gladiator fights and animal hunts. Book a timed ticket, which is usually combined with the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
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Roman Forum
HistoricThe ruins of temples, basilicas and triumphal arches that formed the center of ancient Roman life. Combine it with Palatine Hill above for shade, imperial palace remains and views over the site.
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Vatican Museums
Museum · 2 mi from centreThe papal collections include classical sculpture, the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's ceiling. Reserve entry in advance to skip the long queues outside the walls.
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St. Peter's Basilica
Religious · 2 mi from centreThe vast Renaissance church in Vatican City, with Michelangelo's Pieta and Bernini's bronze canopy over the altar. Climb the dome for views over St. Peter's Square and the city.
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Pantheon
HistoricThe best-preserved ancient Roman temple, with a huge concrete dome open to the sky through its central oculus. It sits on the lively Piazza della Rotonda.
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Trevi Fountain
LandmarkRome's grandest baroque fountain, where visitors toss a coin over their shoulder to ensure a return. Visit early in the morning or late at night to avoid the thickest crowds.
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Galleria Borghese
Museum · 2 mi from centreA villa in the Borghese gardens filled with Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael and Titian. Entry is by timed reservation only, which keeps the rooms pleasantly uncrowded.
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Trastevere
NeighborhoodA charming neighborhood across the Tiber with ivy-covered lanes, trattorias and the mosaic-filled Basilica of Santa Maria. It is at its liveliest in the evening when the piazzas fill up.
Things to do in Rome by type
390 tours, tickets and experiences across 13 categories. Pick a type to see what is available for your dates.
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Art & culture 118 experiences The Doria Pamphilj Gallery with Ticket and Optional Guided Tour -
City tours 112 experiences Ancient Ostia By Fiat - Private Tour -
Tickets & Attraction Passes 81 experiences Ancient Rome Multimedia Video -
Day Trips & Excursions 46 experiences "Special Offer: Amalfi Coast and Positano by High Speed Train - Full-Day Small Group Tour" -
Gastronomy & nightlife 38 experiences A Tasteful Morning for Breakfast Lovers with optional Pantheon Ticket -
Classes 15 experiences Buongiorno Roma: Moka Coffee Aroma, Cappuccino and Tiramisù - Cooking Class -
Outdoor activities & Adventure 14 experiences Appia Antica and Castel Gandolfo: Day Trip to Discover Rome and The Castelli Romani -
Tour & activities 12 experiences Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill - Private Tour -
Cruise & Water Tours 7 experiences Capri by High-Speed Train - Full-Day Tour -
Specialist tours 5 experiences 3 Days / 2 Nights: From Ash to Azure - Exploring Vesuvius, Pompeii and Amalfi -
Travel Services 4 experiences European eSim Data Card -
Shows, sports and special events 3 experiences AS Roma Football Game at Stadio Olimpico - Ticket -
Transport & Rentals 3 experiences Florence by High-Speed Train - Ticket
- 1-3 hours 78
- Over 6 hours 38
- 3-6 hours 26
- Flexible 22
- Up to 1 hour 8
- Senior 16
- Couples 16
- Families 14
- Youth 14
- Adult only 2
- Families with kids 1
- Small group 81
- Private 51
- Skip the line 34
- Wheelchair accessible 2
Top experiences in Rome
Tours, tickets and experiences you can book with Destina Holidays, from 390 available.
Special Offer: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - Skip the Line Guided Tour
From $202 per adult
Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill - Walking Tour
From $73 per adult
Reserved ticket entrance Colosseum, Roman Forum and Platine Hill
From $47 per adult
Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel - Ticket
From $42 per adult
Colosseum with Roman Forum and Optional Access to the Arena Floor
From $80 per adult
Classic Rome: Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel
From $139 per adult
Rome Combo: Colosseum and 48-hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
From $50 per adult
Colosseum and Roman Forum - Small Group Tour
From $83 per adult
Ancient Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill - Tour with transport
From $134 per adult
Pantheon Skip-the-Line Ticket with Optional Tours and Tastings
From $18 per adult
Combined Package: Colosseum + City Sightseeing Rome Hop on - Hop off Tour
From $73 per adult
Pisa and Florence Full-Day Tour
From $157 per adult
Where to stay in Rome
Popular hotels in Rome, out of 2,874 properties you can book.
Dei Mellini
From $264 per night
The Republic Hotel
From $174 per night
UNA HOTELS Empire Roma
From $142 per night
NH Collection Roma Palazzo Cinquecento
From $270 per night
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Rome Termini
From $178 per night
The Code Hotel
From $158 per night
UNA HOTELS Decò Roma
From $133 per night
NH Collection Roma Giustiniano
From $232 per night
Trevi Collection
From $180 per night
Palladium Palace
From $139 per night
Rome Times
From $180 per night
Stendhal
From $203 per night
Best time to visit Rome
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Rome is April to June and September, when average daytime highs are around 69–89°F and rain falls on about 9 days a month.
Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Rome weather forecast
- Wed 21 Oct 72° 64° 98%
- Thu 22 Oct 73° 60° 3%
- Fri 23 Oct 72° 52° 3%
- Sat 24 Oct 64° 57° 73%
- Sun 25 Oct 64° 46° 39%
- Mon 26 Oct 67° 52° 35%
Know before you go
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)1 US dollar ≈ €0.89
- Language
- Italian
- Calling code
- +39
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- Europe/RomeUTC+2
Upcoming public holidays in Italy
- All Saints DayTutti i Santi
- Immaculate ConceptionImmacolata Concezione
- Christmas DayNatale
- St. Stephen's DaySanto Stefano
- New Year's DayCapodanno
- EpiphanyEpifania
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Getting to Rome
These are the airports closest to central Rome. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.
- CIA Rome Ciampino Airport9 mi (14 km) from the city centre
- FCO Roma Fiumicino Airport14 mi (22 km) from the city centre
Getting around Rome
In a nutshell: Don't do it. Well, some people actually enjoy it as a master class in defensive driving. Roman traffic is chaotic (and has been since the first century BC), but it is possible to drive there. However, the roads are not logical, the signs are few and the condition of the roads gets worse daily. It will take a few weeks to understand where to drive, to get where you want to go. When driving in Rome it is important to accept that Italians drive in a very pragmatic way.
By taxi
Some private citizens dress up their cars to look like cabs. These people strategically locate themselves at airports and railway stations waiting for travellers. Beware of operators who don't display a licensed meter and ID. Use only authorised taxis (white vehicles with a taximeter) that are available in the arrivals areas of the terminals. Also, some airport employees may direct you to a 'Taxi' driver if you ask where you find them when you are inside the airport terminal.
On foot
Once you're in the centre, you are best off on foot. What could be more romantic than strolling through Rome on foot holding hands? That is hard to beat!
By public transport (ATAC)
ATAC operates the public transport network. There are two ways of buying public transport tickets in Rome: Tap&Go with a contactless credit/debit card (incl. on a mobile phone) or paper tickets. Paper tickets offer the most variety but the other options are more convenient for visitors.
Rome travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Rome?
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Rome is April to June and September, when average daytime highs are around 69–89°F and rain falls on about 9 days a month.
What is the weather like in Rome?
July is usually the warmest month in Rome, with average highs of 93°F (34°C). December is the coolest, with average lows of 41°F (5°C). The wettest month is typically September, with about 151 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Rome?
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is the closest airport, about 9 miles (14 km) from the centre of Rome. Other nearby airports include Roma Fiumicino Airport (FCO, 14 mi).
How much are flights to Rome?
The cheapest round-trip fare Destina Holidays travellers found to Rome in the last 30 days was $504 from New York, travelling 25 Nov – 25 Dec. November is currently the cheapest month to fly, with fares from $504.
What currency is used in Rome?
Rome uses the Euro (EUR). At the latest exchange rate, 1 US dollar ≈ €0.89.
What time zone is Rome in?
Rome uses the Europe/Rome time zone (currently UTC+2). Remember to check for daylight saving changes when planning connecting flights.
How do I get around Rome?
In a nutshell: Don't do it. Well, some people actually enjoy it as a master class in defensive driving. Roman traffic is chaotic (and has been since the first century BC), but it is possible to drive there. However, the roads are not logical, the signs are few and the condition of the roads gets worse daily.
What are the best places to visit in Rome?
Top sights in Rome include Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. The great amphitheatre of ancient Rome, where crowds once watched gladiator fights and animal hunts. Book a timed ticket, which is usually combined with the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
What are the top things to do in Rome?
Popular experiences you can book in Rome include Special Offer: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - Skip the Line Guided Tour, Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill - Walking Tour and Reserved ticket entrance Colosseum, Roman Forum and Platine Hill. Destina Holidays offers 390 tours and activities here.
What kinds of tours and activities can I book in Rome?
The most popular types of experiences in Rome are art & culture (118), city tours (112), tickets & attraction passes (81) and day trips & excursions (46). Filter by type when you search to compare prices and availability for your dates.
Where should I stay in Rome?
Popular areas for hotels in Rome include Vatican, Termini Railway Station and Via Veneto. Well-reviewed options include Dei Mellini and The Republic Hotel.
How many hotels can I book in Rome?
Destina Holidays currently lists 2,874 properties in and around Rome, from budget stays to luxury hotels. Search your dates to see live prices and availability.
