Is it possible to see the best of Rome in one day? While the Eternal City wasn't built in a day, you can certainly see its highlights if you have a plan. We recently tackled a whirlwind Rome itinerary to see if we could fit 2,000 years of history and Rome’s most iconic highlights into a single, action-packed day. From ancient gladiator arenas to Baroque masterpieces, it was a marathon in the form of a sprint, but totally worth it!

If you’re short on time but want the full Roman experience, here is exactly how we did it.