Rome's most comprehensive travel guide   Current time in Rome            Current weather conditions in Rome
FONISOL.COM TRAVEL GUIDE Rome, Italy   

Vatican City
Vatican City Shopping Transport Embassies & Consulates Emergency Printable Maps
Travel tips

Vatican City Home                                                   
Click here to watch a short 1min video clip of Vatican City
Vatican City is an independent enclave and sovereign city within the confines of Rome. It measures 440mx440m (1400ftx1400ft approx.). The Vatican is the home of Pope and is one of the most sacred places in Christendom, attesting itself  to a great history and a formidable spiritual venture. Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are some of the main attraction of Vatican. 

Where to stay Budget Hotels..
Sightseeing Book a Tour
Museums
Nightlife
Dining out
Book a Tour
Contact Us

 

Hotel reservationHotel, bed and breakfast, apartment-venere.com
Destination:
From:
To:
Guests: Rooms:

 

Guest Articles  
Opera in Rome  
Football in Rome  
Rome Videos  
Rome Italy Books, Posters,
Music, etc.		  



Be sure to check out the immensely popular Travel tips section of this guide.

easyCar logo

 

Saint Peter's Basilica, erected over the tomb of St. Peter the Apostle, is the largest religious building in the world. This small yet elegant city houses a unique collection of artistic and architectural masterpieces. Follow the links in this guide to learn more about Vatican City tourism.

Absolutely the LOWEST rates on Rome Hotels! Book today and SAVE $$$

Sightseeing in Vatican Vatican Museums Vatican Hotels Vatican City Map


The present Pope is Benedict XVI, Joseph Ratzinger, originally from Germany. He was elected in April 2005.

The Pope holds public audiences on Wednesday mornings. Tickets can be obtained from the Prefettura office on the north side of St Peter's Square. An easier way to see the Pope, however, is simply to turn up at the Square on a Sunday. Every Sunday at noon he appears at his study window to bless the crowds below.


St Peter's Dome Vatican City Rome Italy
View from top of St. Peter's dome

Recommended Tour: Vatican and Sistine Chapel Tour

Below is an interactive map of Rome, centered on  St. Peter's (can you spot it?). You can "move around" on the map; use the zoom and pan controls.

 
Useful Links © Fonisol.com 2006. All rights reserved                            

Need help with Organized Tours, Hotels, Apartment Rentals, etc.? Email us : rome@fonisol.com