Day trips from Rome
Day trips from Rome open up the towns and sights around it. The most comfortable months are April–May and October–November, with highs around 70°F (21°C) and about 7 rainy days a month.
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Places to go from Rome
Towns and sights within day-trip range, with the straight-line distance from the centre:
- Cerveteri
- Etruscan city of the dead: huge tombs carved like houses, a UNESCO site. About 21 miles away.
- Castelli Romani
- Hill towns on the volcanic lakes south of Rome, known for wine and porchetta. About 16 miles away.
- Castel Gandolfo
- Lakeside town above Lake Albano with the papal summer palace and gardens. About 14 miles away.
- Anzio
- Seaside town with fish restaurants and the Second World War landing beaches. About 32 miles away.
- Civitavecchia
- Rome's cruise port, with a Michelangelo-designed fort and seafront. About 38 miles away.
How to pick a good day trip
- Work out the real travel time each way. A two-hour drive each direction leaves about four hours on the ground.
- Trains are often cheaper than a tour if you only want one town; tours earn their price when they combine several stops.
- Leave early. Popular towns are quietest before the tour coaches arrive mid-morning.
- Check what's closed on Mondays. Museums and churches in many towns take that day off.
Rome month by month
Averages for Rome Urbe Airport, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 55 (13) | 57 (14) | 62 (17) | 68 (20) | 77 (25) | 85 (30) | 91 (33) | 91 (33) | 82 (28) | 73 (23) | 63 (17) | 56 (13) |
| Low °F (°C) | 38 (3) | 38 (3) | 42 (6) | 47 (8) | 55 (13) | 62 (17) | 67 (19) | 67 (20) | 61 (16) | 54 (12) | 46 (8) | 40 (4) |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 9 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:03 pm | 5:42 pm | 6:16 pm | 7:50 pm | 8:23 pm | 8:47 pm | 8:44 pm | 8:11 pm | 7:21 pm | 6:29 pm | 4:50 pm | 4:40 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for day trips in Rome?
April–May and October–November. Expect highs around 70°F (21°C) and about 7 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are August and July.
What's the closest day trip from Rome?
Castel Gandolfo, about 14 miles away: lakeside town above Lake Albano with the papal summer palace and gardens. Castelli Romani, about 16 miles away: hill towns on the volcanic lakes south of Rome, known for wine and porchetta. Cerveteri, about 21 miles away: etruscan city of the dead: huge tombs carved like houses, a UNESCO site.
Where can I book day trips in Rome?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
