Vatican City Travel Guide
What to visit in Vatican City & Rome
City guide for visiting Vatican City and Rome in Italy with the best info about sightseeing and the tourist attractions in Vatican City and Rome.
Things to do in Vatican City
Vatican City tourist attractions & sightseeing
Vatican City is the smallest independent state in the world and is located in the heart of Rome. Vatican City, also known as Stato della Città del Vaticano, is only 44 hectares in size. Despite the small dimensions of the country, Vatican City is one of the major attractions of Rome, with highlights including the Vatican Museums and the magnificent St. Peter’s Square with the stunning St. Peter’s Basilica. Especially during holiday periods, the attractions in Vatican City are extremely crowded, and long queues are more the rule than the exception.
The Best tourist pass in Rome
Rome city passes
In Rome, there is a diverse range of city passes, priority tickets, and tourist cards available, like the Rome Pass and Omnia Card. These Rome City Passes offer the benefit of saving money, tickets for the public transport or providing fast-track tickets for attractions and museums in Vatican City & Rome.
Book your skip the line tickets
St. Peter's Basilica Tickets
The St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City is one of the most popular attractions in Rome, and you can see that from the queues! During the summer months, the line for the St. Peter’s Basilica can extend up to 2 hours. Avoid waiting in the line and order your tickets with skip-the-line entrance.
From the airport to Rome
Rome airport transfers
Looking for a train, taxi, or bus transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport or Ciampino Airport to the center of Rome? We’ve listed the best airport transfers from Rome’s airports including tickets for the Leonardo Express train that runs from Fiumicino Airport to Termini station in the city center of Rome.
Tours, attractions, and things to do in Rome
Tickets & excursions in Rome & Vatican City
Planning a trip to Rome? Streamline your sightseeing experience by pre-booking tickets for the city’s top tourist attractions. From the iconic Colosseum to the awe-inspiring Vatican Museums and everything in between, securing your tickets in advance not only saves you valuable time but also ensures seamless access to Rome’s most sought-after landmarks.