Vatican Travel Guide
Rome
Popular places to visit
Vatican Museums
Forget the Louvre, the Met or the Hermitage, some of the world’s greatest collections of art can be found in the Vatican Museums.
St. Peter's Basilica
Experience this high-domed church at the heart of Catholicism and its magnificent gallery at the heart of the art world.
Sistine Chapel
You can learn about the history of Vatican City with a visit to Sistine Chapel. Visit the churches and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
St. Peter's Square
The open-air heart of the Catholic world, Piazza San Pietro is at the pinnacle of religious architecture, especially as the sun sets.
Castel Sant'Angelo
Explore the different layers of history, admire the intricate artwork and frescos or just take in the sweeping views of Rome from this riverside fortress.
Via Cola di Rienzo
During your visit to Rome, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Via Cola di Rienzo. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
Skip-the-Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission with Audio Guide
Rome: Castel Sant’Angelo Entry Ticket and Audioguide
Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + Optional Basilica
Priority Entrance Ticket to Castel Sant Angelo
Top hotels in Vatican
Hotel Dei Mellini
Delightful return to the hotel - very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast selection.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Olympic
Hotel is nice very close to St. Peter Basilica. Room is clean, breakfast is good.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Mama Shelter Roma
Everything was perfectly amazing ❤️ love everything in this place
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Pacific Roma
staff was very nice
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
NH Collection Roma Giustiniano
The beds were very comfortable. The rooms were clean and quiet. Service was wonderful. Location was close to bus stations and about 15 minutes walking to Rome center, 5 minutes away walking from the Vatican. Breakfast was good however not much variety. Lots of cheeses, deli meats, breads, yogurt ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel Diplomatic
Room was clean and comfortable and the staff were helpful and courteous: front desk, housekeeping, and breakfast room workers. I appreciated the hotel arranging a driver to pick us up at the airport and a cab to take us back to the airport for an early morning flight. I also appreciated good restaurant ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vatican
Prati
Via Cola di Rienzo and Palace of Justice are top sights in Prati, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Risorgimento/S. Pietro Tram Stop or Ottaviano - San Pietro - Musei Vaticani Station to see more sights in the area.
Ponte
While visiting Ponte, you might make a stop by sights like Via dei Coronari and Tiber River.
Parione
While visiting Parione, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Navona and Corso Vittorio Emanuele II.
Navona
Consider a visit to Piazza Navona and take some time to enjoy the cosy cafes during your time in Navona. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Arenula-Cairoli Tram Station or Arenula-Min. G. Giustizia Tram Station.
Regola
If you're spending time in Regola, check out sights like Palazzo Farnese or Campo de' Fiori and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Arenula-Min. G. Giustizia Tram Station or Arenula-Cairoli Tram Station.
Sant'Eustachio
If you're spending some time in Sant'Eustachio, Palazzo Madama and San Luigi dei Francesi are top sights worth seeing.
