The months of June to September are the busiest time of year in the Eternal City, as many tourists visit the city from all over the world. The weather this time of the year is sunny and warm with clear blue skies, allowing you to explore the city on foot. Temperatures are between 17°C and 29°C, and prices for accommodation are higher due to large crowds. However, you can enjoy events such as the Festa della Repubblica, the Gay Village Festival, and the Festa di San Giovanni (The Feast of Saint John) during this time. Be sure to enjoy the International Film Festival of Rome along with all its A-list stars and experience the Halloween celebrations which allows locals to enjoy the last of the outdoors before winter sets in. For budget-friendly travellers, the month of December is the perfect time for you. Take in the joys of Christmas celebrations throughout the city and make your way through to the Piazza Navona market as it becomes a hub for all things Christmas.
Rome Fiumicino Airport or Leonardo da Vinci Airport is Rome’s main and busiest international airport, located 25 kilometres southwest of the city. It has three terminals and spoils you for choice, be it buying last-minute gifts or grabbing a bite before boarding your flight. Trenitalia-operated Leonardo Express train leaves every 15 minutes to reach Termini Station in just half an hour. Alternatively, car hire and taxi services are also available.
As part of our commitment to reduce carbon emissions, we've launched a carbon offsetting scheme. Input the details of your London to Athens into our travel footprint calculator to calculate your carbon emissions. You can choose to offset your emissions by making a payment supporting two verified carbon-reducing projects. You will receive a certificate in return, recognizing the offset emissions.