Quick Facts
Setting: Urban
Population (core): 3.4M
Population (metro): 6.7M
Best time to visit: Year-round
Top Sights
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica, built over 120 years, is a Renaissance marvel designed by architects like Michelangelo. It stands on Nero's Circus, where St. Peter was martyred. The basilica features a massive dome, intricate mosaics, and Michelangelo's Pietà, now protected by glass. It accommodates 60,000 people.
FREE
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€19.9
/ Adult
Vatican Museums
The Vatican Museums, with 54 galleries, house one of the world's largest art collections, including ancient Greek statues, Egyptian mummies, and Renaissance paintings. Highlights include the Laocoön sculpture, Raphael's frescoes, and the Sistine Chapel, showcasing art from classical to modern times.
€20.0
/ Adult
Castel Sant'Angelo
Castel Sant’Angelo, originally Emperor Hadrian's tomb, evolved into a Papal fortress and now a museum. Its rich history, unique architecture, and stunning views make it a must-visit in Rome. Accessible areas include the Chapel of the Condemned and the Armoury. The castle's name honors a legendary angelic apparition.
€17.0
/ Adult
Saint Peter's Square
St. Peter's Square, designed by Bernini, features 284 columns and 140 saint sculptures. The 90-foot granite obelisk, originally from Nero's Circus, stands at its center. Built from 1656-1667 using Tivoli travertine, this iconic Vatican City site hosts crowds for the Pope's address.
FREE
Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel in Vatican City is renowned for Michelangelo's stunning 16th-century ceiling and The Last Judgement fresco. Visitors must remain silent, use earphones for tours, and refrain from photography. This iconic site is a must-see for art lovers, pilgrims, and curious tourists alike.
€20.0
/ Adult
St. Angelo Bridge
Ponte Sant'Angelo, a stunning pedestrian bridge in Rome, was built by Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century. Adorned with Bernini-designed statues, it connects the city center to Castel Sant'Angelo. Despite its turbulent history, it remains a resilient architectural marvel, untouched by Tiber's floods.
FREE
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Gardens of Vatican City
Urban green spaces dating from the 13th century with Renaissance & Baroque fountains & sculptures.
€20.0
/ Adult
Corte Suprema di Cassazione
A bronze sculpture tops this architecturally ornate home to the highest Italian court of appeals.
FREE
Paintings Gallery of the Vatican Museums
€20.0
/ Adult
Passetto di Borgo
Erected in 1277, this elevated walkway has historically served as an escape from danger.
FREE
Raphael Rooms
€25.0
/ Adult
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