Vatican
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
This exquisite church offers some of Rome’s most notable architecture, as well as possessing a magnificent art collection that can be viewed by the public.
St. Peter's Square
In a city with an unequalled architectural heritage, Piazza San Pietro nevertheless makes its mark.
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.
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
Rome Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Tour by Open-top Bus
Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
Rome in a Day: Small Group Tour with Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center
Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica
Skip-the-Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission with Audio Guide
Underground Rome Catacombs Tour with Aqueducts & Appian Way
Top hotels in Vatican
Hotel Dei Mellini
Great time at a beautifully decorated and maintained hotel.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Mama Shelter Roma
Everything was perfectly amazing ❤️ love everything in this place
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
Grand Hotel Olympic
Room is big. No divider/curtain in the washroom, so water splash everywhere.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Hotel Pacific Roma
staff was very nice
Reviewed on Feb 2, 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 Jan 11, 2026
Les Chambres d' Or
Comfortable, very good
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vatican
Prati
Enjoy the popular shops in Prati. Via Cola di Rienzo is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Risorgimento/S. Pietro Tram Stop or Ottaviano - San Pietro - Musei Vaticani Station to see more of Rome.
Ponte
If you're spending some time in Ponte, Via dei Coronari and Tiber River are top sights worth seeing.
Parione
If you're spending some time in Parione, Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori are top sights worth seeing.
Navona
Spend some time visiting places like Piazza Navona while getting to know Navona, and be sure to check out the cozy cafes. You can hop aboard the metro at Arenula-Cairoli Tram Station or Arenula-Min. G. Giustizia Tram Station to see more of the area.
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 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.
