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Rome

Rome is Italy's capital, known for ancient ruins, Baroque fountains and about 900 churches.

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Rome is Italy's national capital and the capital of Lazio, and it sits on the Tiber in western central Italy. It is also the country's largest city. Its historic center, inside the Aurelian Walls, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ancient Rome grew into an empire from here, and the Colosseum, which made the 2007 New Seven Wonders list, stands near the Roman Forum. Churches and squares that popes shaped over the centuries sit among the ruins.

Vatican City is an independent state inside Rome, home to the Holy See and the center of the Catholic Church. Trastevere, across the Tiber, is a historic neighborhood with a traditional feel. Villa Borghese, the city's best-known large park, has shaded walks and art galleries. In spring and autumn, the weather is at its most pleasant, while August is the warmest month, averaging 31.7 °C by day.

Rome in five

Book the Colosseum aheadTickets are timed and named, sold on the official site, and go days ahead in spring.
Book a Vatican Museums slotBuy online. The museums close on Sundays, except the last Sunday of the month.
Leonardo Express from FiumicinoAbout 32 minutes non-stop to Roma Termini.
Tap to rideThe metro and buses take contactless cards at the gates and on board.Tourist taxes in Europe
Pick your neighborhood firstMonti, Trastevere or near Termini, compared by train access and evening life.Where to stay in Rome

Things to do in Rome

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Historic site · RomeColosseumBook entry in advance to reduce time spent in ticket queues.

Restaurant · RomeHostaria RomanaReserve ahead; the dining room can fill up quickly.

Church · RomeChurch of Saint Eusebius 'all'Esquilino'Check the church or Diocese schedule before setting out, as access times can vary.

Free trip plannerPlan a trip to RomePut the places you like in Rome on a map, give them days, and let one button order each day. Free, with no account.Plan a trip

Need to know

Airport: Fiumicino (FCO), about 32 min to Termini by Leonardo Express
Getting around: Walking, metro lines A, B and C, buses; tap a contactless card
Best base: Monti or Trastevere
City tax: Per person, per night, by hotel category
Emergency: 112

Weather by month

Rainy days

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Good
Mixed
Poor

JanuaryPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh13°Low7°Mild, quiet
FebruaryPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh14°Low8°Quiet
MarchPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh15°Low9°Mild, before Easter
AprilPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh18°Low11°Warm, Easter crowds
MayClear10 rainy daysHigh21°Low15°Warm
JuneClear4 rainy daysHigh26°Low20°Hot
JulyClear3 rainy daysHigh29°Low23°Hot, busy
AugustClear4 rainy daysHigh29°Low23°Hottest, locals away
SeptemberClear9 rainy daysHigh26°Low20°Warm
OctoberClear11 rainy daysHigh22°Low16°Mild
NovemberRain15 rainy daysHigh17°Low12°Rainy, quiet
DecemberPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh14°Low9°Lights

Average daily high and low in Rome, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

Right now in Rome

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 11°
Humidity: 61%
Wind: 16 km/h
Chance of rain: 100%

Lazio

10:56 PM

Monday, November 2

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Today17°9°100%Monday: Rain. High 17°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 100%.
Tue20°11°10%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 20°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 10%.
Wed19°11°13%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 19°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 13%.
Thu19°9°7%Thursday: Cloudy. High 19°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 7%.
Fri15°12°25%Friday: Rain. High 15°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 25%.
Sat17°12°19%Saturday: Rain. High 17°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 19%.
Sun19°9°15%Sunday: Rain. High 19°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 15%.

Updated 07:22 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 USD = 0.8961 EUR

Amount

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EUR · Euro

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

What's on in Rome

Concerts, festivals and big events in and around the city

Events calendar

Coming up

Every year

Jun–JulFestival dei Due MondiSpoleto, a day trip

Day trips by train

Naplesabout 1 to 1.25 hours by high-speed trainThe archaeological museum and the base for Pompeii.Read the guide
Orvietoabout 1 to 1.5 hours by trainA hilltop town with a striped cathedral.Read the guide
Tivoliabout 1 hour by train and busVilla d'Este's fountains and Hadrian's Villa.Read the guide
Ostia Anticaabout 30 to 45 minutes by trainA ruined Roman port town, quieter than Pompeii.

Before you go to Rome

Colosseum and Vatican ticketsTimed entry; both sell out aheadBook timed entry

Hotels in Monti and TrasteverePick by metro line and eveningsCheck availability

eSIM for RomeTicket QR codes and live bus timesRead the guide

Insurance for a Rome tripCover for stolen bags and phonesRead the guide

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Rules for Rome, checked

The Vatican Museums are open Monday to Saturday and closed on Sundays, except the last Sunday of the month.Checked Oct 1, 2026 · Source

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Where to stayWhere to stay in Rome: six neighborhoods comparedChecked Oct 2, 2026

Plan around Rome

All of Italy

Regions, rail, entry rules and money

Read the guide Florence

Two hours by high-speed train: the Uffizi and the Duomo

Read the guide Naples

About an hour by high-speed train, and the gateway to Pompeii

Read the guide Tivoli

Villa d'Este and Hadrian's Villa, an hour from Rome

Read the guide Italy by train off-peak

A route that avoids the summer rush

Read the guide Tourist taxes in Europe

City taxes by country, and how they are charged

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Rome FAQ

How many days do you need in Rome?

Three days covers the Colosseum and Forum, the Vatican and an evening each in Trastevere and Monti. Add a day for a trip to Tivoli, Orvieto or Naples.

Do you need to book the Colosseum in advance?

Yes. Tickets are timed and named, and they sell out days ahead in spring and summer. Buy on the official site and bring matching ID.

Where should I stay in Rome for a first visit?

Monti for food and a short walk to the Colosseum, Trastevere for evenings, Prati for the Vatican. Near Termini is the budget choice with easy trains.

Are the Vatican Museums open on Sunday?

Only on the last Sunday of each month. On other Sundays they are closed, so plan the Vatican for Monday to Saturday and book a timed slot online.

How do you get from Fiumicino to central Rome?

The Leonardo Express runs non-stop to Termini in about 32 minutes. Regional trains and buses also run, taking longer but serving other neighborhoods.