Vatican Travel Guide
Rome
Popular places to visit
Vatican Museums
Vatican Museums is a top museum in Vatican City with a rich history. Make time for the notable monuments and local tours in this vibrant area.
St. Peter's Basilica
You can learn about the local history of Vatican City when you visit a top site such as St. Peter's Basilica. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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
You can learn about the history of Vatican City when you stop by St. Peter's Square. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Castel Sant'Angelo
You can browse the exhibits at Castel Sant'Angelo, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Rome. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Top hotels in Vatican
Grand Hotel Olympic
Yes all was really well organised
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Mama Shelter Roma
Friendly staff, great location, funky designs!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Pacific Roma
Friendly staff, clean rooms and very good complimentary breakfast. The location is a little far from everything but it’s walkable. Not much restaurants around the hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Dei Mellini
Friendly, clean and spacious bedroom. Perfect for a weekend break.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Vatican Style
This is a nice boutique hotel. Lots of steps. The elevator is very tiny. Fantastic location. I will stay here again. Very clean. You just have to understand what you are getting.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
NH Collection Roma Giustiniano
Pillows could be renewed. Staff was cleaning the room next to us and woke us up. Requested coffee to my room and took hours to get. Asked about how we could watch Netflix on the tv in the room and was told that they would ask maintenance, never heard back…twice. Overall the room was clean. It is ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vatican
Prati
Via Cola di Rienzo and Palace of Justice 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 San Salvatore in Lauro and Via dei Coronari.
Parione
While visiting Parione, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Navona and Corso Vittorio Emanuele II.
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 Palazzo Farnese or Campo de' Fiori 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, Palazzo Madama and San Luigi dei Francesi are top sights worth seeing.
