Vatican Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Vatican Museums
Breathtaking Renaissance masterpieces by artists such as Caravaggio, Raphael and da Vinci await in these magnificent museums neighbouring the Sistine Chapel.
St. Peter's Basilica
Few people are left unmoved by St. Peter’s, whether it’s the sheer opulence of the interior or the staggering art treasures within it.
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
As the centre of the Catholic world, St. Peter’s Square is a breath-taking spiritual experience for all who visit it.
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.
Activities
Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Skip-the-Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission with Audio Guide
Underground Rome Catacombs Tour with Aqueducts & Appian Way
Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + Optional Basilica
Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
Rome in a Day: Small Group Tour with Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center
Our pick of the best Vatican Hotel Deals
Hotel Dei Mellini
The room was very cleaned, and cleaned and stocked everyday. The staff was very polite and helpful in anyway we needed, even giving us tips for whatever we were doing in Rome! Great hotel and would definitely go back!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Mama Shelter Roma
Room was nice and clean and all you need staff were all very friendly and helpful will definitely stay again and will look at other cities too
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Olympic
We had a very comfortable stay at the Grand Hotel Olympic. The room was spacious, and clean. It was very close to the Vatican and to many restaurants. We will stay with them again on our next trip back to Rome.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hotel Pacific Roma
Very clean room, helpful staff, great breakfast! We slept with the window open to make the temperature cooler. Shout out to Alberto, expert navigator!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hotel Diplomatic
Lovely accommodation, friendly and helpful staff. Great location
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Les Chambres d' Or
Comfortable, very good
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vatican
Prati
Via Cola di Rienzo and Tiber River 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 Campo de' Fiori.
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 Campo de' Fiori or Palazzo Farnese 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, San Luigi dei Francesi and Corso Vittorio Emanuele II are top sights worth seeing.
