Rome, capital city of  Italy, is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, on the Tiber River. Its history spans more than two thousand years. It was the capital city of the Roman Kingdom, the Roman Republic, and the Roman Empire. Rome, known as the birthplace of western civilization, has been the seat of the Papacy since the 1st century AD. After the end of Byzantine domination in the 8th century it became the capital of the Papal States, which lasted until 1870. Rome is where most Insight Vacations tours begin and end. Its historic center is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Sites and Monuments and museums such as the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum are amongst the most visited places in the world. Rome is a remarkable city and Insight Vacations tours are the best way to see all the incredible history.

Trafalgar Escorted Tours visiting Rome