4 days in Northwest Italy Itinerary

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Sun): ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, delve into the distant past at Pantheon, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, then make a trip to St. Peter's Basilica, and finally delve into the distant past at Colosseum.

For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Rome day trip planning site.

Toronto, Canada to Rome is an approximately 13-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Toronto to Rome. While traveling from Toronto, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Rome, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can take a train to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Mon): admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Santa Croce, then contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo.

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You can take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. In September, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can go by car to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): examine the collection at Doge's Palace, then don't miss a visit to Piazza San Marco, then snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, and finally explore the activities along Canal Grande.

To see photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Venice trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Florence to Venice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to fly back home.