Discover the best of Paris, Vatican City, and Rome on a 5-day budget trip filled with nightlife, food, attractions, shopping, and photography.

Paris, the capital of France, has the well-deserved reputation of being the most beautiful and romantic of all cities, brimming with historic associations and remaining vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food, and design. Dubbed the&nbsp;City of Light&nbsp;(la Ville Lumière) and&nbsp;Capital of Fashion.

Paris

Rome is the capital of Italy and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The city is home to a wealth of historical and cultural attractions, including the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. Rome is also a great place to enjoy Italian food, wine, and culture.

Rome

Discover Vatican City, the world's smallest independent state, renowned for its stunning art, historic architecture, and spiritual significance. Explore St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. Experience the heart of the Catholic Church. Plan or share your trip to Vatican City today!

Vatican City

Explore the iconic landmarks of Paris.

Gustave Eiffel's iconic, wrought-iron 1889 tower, with steps and elevators to observation decks.

Eiffel Tower

Former historic palace housing huge art collection, from Roman sculptures to da Vinci's "Mona Lisa."

Louvre Museum

Montmartre

Immerse in Vatican City's history and culture.

Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.

St. Peter's Basilica

Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.

Vatican Museums

Grand, historic square in front of St. Peter's Basilica, featuring an Egyptian obelisk & a fountain.

Piazza San Pietro

Discover the historic sites of Rome.

Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.

Colosseum

Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.

Roman Forum

Aqueduct-fed rococo fountain, designed by Nicola Salvi & completed in 1762, with sculpted figures.

Trevi Fountain

Experience the vibrant food and culture of Rome.

Trastevere

Campo de' Fiori

Elegant square dating from the 1st century A.D., with a baroque fountain, street artists & bars.

Piazza Navona

Indulge in shopping and leisure activities in Rome.

Main street in Rome's historic center with shops, baroque churches, public squares & monuments.

Via del Corso

Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.

Villa Borghese

Steps with irregular butterfly-shaped design, built in 18th century at French diplomat's bequest.

5-Day Budget Travel Itinerary: Paris, Vatican City, and Rome

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