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Vatican City Vacations

Before you run off to Vatican City on a whim, take some time to learn a few facts about it.

About 1 mile (2 kilometers) west of the center of Rome, this neighborhood is an excellent place to experience the nation's capital like a local.

At last count, the population of Rome was 2,300,000.

Hotels in Vatican City

Considering spending your nights in Vatican City? Outstanding choice! This locale gives easy access to a decent range of accommodations. There are at least 757 places to stay near the center, so you'll have no problems finding something that suits.

If you're in need of a lush vacation, there's no greater place in Vatican City than the Gran Meliá Rome Villa Agrippina -The Leading Hotels of the World (Via del Gianicolo 3) or the Palazzo Dama (Lungotevere Arnaldo da Brescia 2). However, if you're more of a shoestring traveler, consider the deals at the G-Rough (Piazza di Pasquino, 69) and the Lifestyle Suites Rome (Piazza Navona, 93).

Being home to such a world-famous attraction, you'd suspect Vatican City would have a fine selection of accommodations. And you'd be spot on! Just a stone's throw away, the Amalia Vaticano Hotel and the Hotel Sant' Anna are great places to stay if you're keen to truly experience St. Peter's Basilica.

Places to visit in Vatican City

Your buddies back home are bound to be envious when they discover that you're staying within shouting distance of the world-famous attraction, St. Peter's Basilica. Stay somewhere in Vatican City, and that's literally how close you'll be!

There's plenty to keep you occupied in this lively neighborhood. Noteworthy attractions like the Pantheon and Piazza Navona are just a brisk walk away.

You don't need to know your Rubens from your Degas to enjoy an excursion to Vatican Museums. It features an excellent array of exhibits that'll engage your interest and fuel your curiosity for art. Want more nearby options? If you’re looking for a little spiritual enlightenment on your travels, call in to Sistine Chapel. You never know, you might even discover the answers to one or two of life's most essential questions! And there's more. Love all things art? Take in inspiring works and try to figure out the story behind them at Castel Sant'Angelo.

Where do you fly into for Vatican City?

Flight landing at Ciampino Airport (CIA)? Pass through the security gates, head out of the terminal and you'll be 10 miles (16 kilometers) to the southeast from the middle of Vatican City.