11 days in Rome, Florence & Milan Itinerary

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, delve into the distant past at Colosseum, make a trip to Spanish Steps, and get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona.

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Dallas, USA to Rome is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Dallas to Rome due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Dallas in October; daily highs in Rome reach 73°F and lows reach 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Mon) to allow time for the train ride to Florence.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of The Baptistery of St. John, snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, and then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza della Signoria.

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Traveling by train from Rome to Florence takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. October in Florence sees daily highs of 71°F and lows of 54°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) to allow enough time to take a train to Milan.

Milan is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: pause for some serene contemplation at Duomo di Milano, explore the world behind art at Pinacoteca di Brera, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Il Cenacolo, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

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Traveling by train from Florence to Milan takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Florence in October, you will find days in Milan are a bit cooler (65°F), and nights are about the same (52°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.