2 Days in Rome: Your Perfect Itinerary

Rome wasn't built in a day — but you can absolutely fall in love with it in two. Here's exactly how to spend 48 incredible hours in the Eternal City.

🏛️ Day 1: Ancient Rome & Trastevere

Morning

• 7:30am — Colosseum (book tickets online in advance)
• 9:30am — Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
• 12:00pm — Walk to Circus Maximus

Afternoon

• 1:00pm — Lunch at Trattoria da Remo
• 3:00pm — Explore Trastevere neighbourhood
• 5:00pm — Aperitivo hour — €8 gets you a spritz and snacks

Evening

• 7:30pm — Dinner at Da Enzo al 29 — get the carbonara, it will change you

🕍 Day 2: Vatican & Piazzas

Morning

• 8:00am — Vatican Museums (book first entry online)
• 10:30am — Sistine Chapel
• 11:30am — St. Peter's Basilica

Afternoon

• 1:30pm — Lunch near Piazza Navona
• 3:00pm — Pantheon
• 4:30pm — Trevi Fountain
• 5:30pm — Spanish Steps — golden hour is magic here

Evening

• 7:00pm — Final dinner at Il Sorpasso

👗 What to Wear

Dress modestly for Vatican entry (shoulders and knees covered — bring a scarf). Comfortable walking shoes are essential.