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Vatican City

Vatican City Rome

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Vatican City is not just the center of the Catholic Church, it’s a country unto itself. There are dozens of museums, galleries and, of course, the definitive church, St. Peter’s Basilica, on its 109 acres. You will need appointments to visit many areas, including St. Peter’s Crypt and the mosaic workshop. The two-hour guided tours of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel include the tapestry and antiquity galleries as well as the Raphael Rooms; the guides are widely knowledgeable, so it is worth hiring one to make the most of your visit.

There is also a two-hour tour of the Vatican Gardens offered a few times a week from March to October (and only on Saturdays from November to February). Getting a chance to visit the Sistine Chapel after hours without the crowds or in the company of a former bodyguard of the pope is an unforgettable experience (Indagare members can contact our Bookings Team for help with their planning.)

Children are expected to behave and remain quiet inside St. Peter’s. In addition, a dress code for visitors is strictly enforced; shoulders must be covered and legs must be covered to the knee; no short skirts, short shorts or sleeveless shirts are allowed.

Written by Simone Girner

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