8 days in Rome, Vatican City & Florence Itinerary

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Rome
— 2 nights
Drive
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Vatican City
— 1 night
Bus to Roma Tiburtina, Train to Florence
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Florence
— 4 nights
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Rome — 2 nights

Eternal City

On the 11th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain, admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, then admire the masterpieces at Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, then explore the ancient world of Colosseum, and finally explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill.

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Entebbe, Uganda to Rome is an approximately 15-hour flight. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Entebbe to Rome due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Entebbe in May, plan for a bit cooler nights in Rome, with lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can drive to Vatican City.
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Vatican City — 1 night

City of Seven Hills

To find photos, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Vatican City journey builder tool.

Vatican City is just a stone's throw from Rome. May in Vatican City sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to travel to Florence.
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Florence — 4 nights

Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Florence: Pisa (Duomo di Pisa, Leaning Tower of Pisa, &more). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Giotto, and contemplate the long history of Basilica of Santa Croce.

For other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Florence trip tool.

Getting from Vatican City to Florence by combination of bus and train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Vatican City in May, plan for slightly colder nights in Florence, with lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) so you can travel back home.
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