Rome First Visit: Classic Sights in
The Ancient Forum, the Vatican and the historic center in one day each, covering Rome's essential sights.
Three days organized by area. Day 1: the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Day 2: the Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Castel Sant'Angelo, then in the evening cross the river to Trastevere. Day 3: walk from the Pantheon past Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. Stay in the historic center and get around mostly on foot. Suited to first-time visitors with limited time. Borghese and sites outside the city are saved for next time.
July and August often exceed 35°C, so visit popular sites as early in the day as possible.
Day by day
Day 1 · The Colosseum and the Roman Forum
Rome（Colosseum、Roman Forum / Palatine Hill、Altare della Patria (Vittoriano)）
Take the train about 32 minutes from the airport to Termini station. After checking in, take Metro Line B to Colosseo station, then walk to the Roman Forum and the Altare della Patria.
The Colosseum requires a timed-entry ticket booked in advance. It is combined with the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Stay: Historic Centre (Pantheon & Piazza Navona)
Day 2 · The Vatican and the West Bank of the Tiber
Rome（Vatican Museums、St. Peter's Basilica、Castel Sant'Angelo、Trastevere）
Take Metro Line A or walk about 25 minutes to the Vatican. Then walk to Castel Sant'Angelo, and in the evening walk along the river for about 20 minutes to Trastevere.
The Vatican Museums are generally closed on Sundays, so book an early-morning slot. Entering churches requires covered shoulders and knees.
Stay: Historic Centre (Pantheon & Piazza Navona)
Day 3 · From the Pantheon to the Spanish Steps
Rome（Pantheon、Piazza Navona、Trevi Fountain、Spanish Steps）
In the morning, walk from the Pantheon past Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps, about 3 km in total. In the afternoon, take the train from Termini to the airport.
The Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain now charge admission. Go early to avoid crowds.