Layover Guide
Making the most of your stopover at Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport — hotels, city tours and transit tips.
Your FCO Layover at a Glance
Best use of a long layover
Leonardo Express to Roma Termini, then walk to the Colosseum (book tickets online — queues are long), Pantheon and Trevi Fountain.
Inside the airport
Small but good duty-free section with Italian boutique products. The Orizzonte lounge bar has apron views.
Hilton Rome Airport is near the terminal with shuttle service. Sheraton Roma is also close to FCO.
Layover Duration Guide
Grab a meal, use the lounge or rest. Not enough time to clear immigration and return safely.
Explore landside facilities, duty-free and airport dining. Consider a transit hotel if you need rest.
Enough time to visit Rome city centre if transit visa permits. Allow 3 hrs buffer for return and re-entry.
Book a nearby hotel. You can explore Rome properly — consider a guided tour to maximise your time.
Hotels Near FCO
Staying close to the airport? Airport hotels and transit hotels let you rest without a long transfer.
Recommended · HotelsAirport hotels, transit stays and Rome city centre options — free cancellation on most bookings.
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City Tours from FCO
Short on time? Layover tours are designed to fit your connection window — pickup from the airport, back before your gate opens.
Recommended · ToursHalf-day and layover-specific tours with airport pickup. See the highlights of Rome without missing your connection.
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Practical Tips for Your FCO Layover
Activate a Italy eSIM on Airalo before you travel — instant data, no SIM card queue at the airport.
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