Independent in Vatican

Known for being family-friendly and romantic, the Vatican neighbourhood offers many convenient options for restaurants and cafés. The neighbourhood's architecture and friendly people are just a couple of its charming qualities. Broaden your horizons with some local art. Vatican's hotels make a great home base for venturing out into the greater Rome area.

Sightseeing around Vatican

The monuments and historic sites offer insight into the area's history, while the museums add a sense of refinement. Browse the collections at Museo Storico Artistico, Museo Storico Nazionale dell’Arte Sanitaria, or Galleria Lorcan O'Neill. For cultural attractions, head to Paul VI Audience Hall, Auditorium Conciliazione, and Museo Criminologico. Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and Complesso Monumentale Santo Spirito in Saxia are significant monuments. Learn about the local history at Vatican Museums, Casina Pio IV, and Tomb of St Peter. Bioparco, Hydromania, and Mediterraneum Aquarium Rome will provide enjoyment for the whole family.

Shopping and taking a tour are a couple of popular activities in the area. Vatican Gardens, Pineto Park, and Passeggiata del Gianicolo are some scenic spots that are popular with the locals. Surround yourself with nature at Villa Chigi Park. If you're looking for something else to do, head to Campo de' Fiori Market, Galleria Alberto Sordi, and Olympic Swimming Stadium.

Don't miss some of the area's most popular attractions, such as Roman Forum, Castel Sant'Angelo, and Piazza Navona. Vatican Grottoes, St. Peter's Square, and Piazzale Clodio are also favourite places to visit.

Getting around Vatican

If you want to get around the city, Ottaviano - San Pietro - Musei Vaticani Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Cipro Station and Lepanto Station. To see the sights outside of town, hop aboard a train. Rome Valle Aurelia Station is the closet train station, but Rome Appiano Station and Rome S. Pietro Station are also nearby.

The closest major airport is Rome (CIA-Ciampino), located 16.6 km (10.3 miles) from Vatican. The next closest airport is Rome (FCO-Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl.), located 21 km (13 miles) away.