About Vatican City
Vatican City is the capital of Vatican City, home to around 829 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Vatican City
1
St. Peter's Basilica
2
St. Peter's Square
3
The Vatican Museum
4
Swiss Papal Guards
5
Castel Sant'Angelo
6
Passetto di Borgo
7
Palazzo di Giustizia
8
Ponte Sant'Angelo
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit St. Peter's Basilica
- Visit St. Peter's Square
- Visit The Vatican Museum
- Eat at Pastasciutta
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Swiss Papal Guards
- Visit Castel Sant'Angelo
- Visit Passetto di Borgo
- Eat at Old Bridge Gelateria
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Palazzo di Giustizia
- Visit Ponte Sant'Angelo
- Eat at L'Insalata Ricca
Where to eat
Pastasciutta
Old Bridge Gelateria
L'Insalata Ricca
Where to stay
- Catone District Hotel
- Hotel Colors
- B&B Eldorado Rome
- B&B Gli Artisti
- Prati BB
Shopping
- Sabatini
- Savelli Religious
- St. Peter's Gallery
Nightlife
- Be.Re
Museums & culture
- St. Peter's Basilica
- The Vatican Museum
In pictures
Vatican City gallery
Keep exploring
