What to pack for Rome in December
4 nights · 43–56°F / 6–13°C · St. Peter's Basilica requires covered shoulders and knees, so bring a scarf and long bottoms
clothes
- mid-weight coat you can layer under
- 2-3 sweaters
- long-sleeve tops
- dark jeans or wide-leg pants
- one nicer outfit for dinner
- wool socks
- scarf for churches and chilly evenings
for the churches and cobblestones
- broken-in sneakers or boots with grip
- scarf or shawl to cover shoulders in churches
- long pants or skirt for the Vatican
- compact umbrella for rainy days
- zip crossbody bag for crowded spots
- foldable tote bag
- refillable bottle for Rome's drinking fountains
toiletries + meds
- moisturizer
- lip balm
- pain reliever
- blister pads
- cold and flu tablets
- throat lozenges
- travel-size toothpaste
the stuff you always forget
- European plug adapter (Type L/C)
- phone charger
- slim power bank
- reusable water bottle
- passport or ID
- Vatican and Colosseum tickets saved offline
- coins for small purchases