St Peter’s Dome is - unsurprisingly - found in St Peter’s Basilica. But did you know that you can actually climb it for stunning views of Rome? Well, fun fact - you can! In this guide, we will help you navigate this part of Vatican City so that you can maximize your experience! First, however, [...]
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Simply put, the Vatican at night is wonderful! You may be surprised to find out that the Vatican City attractions are not a 9-5 operation! You can visit the Vatican museum at night. It’s a thing. In this guide, we will give you some insights into how to do it. There are several options, from [...]
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Commissioned by Pope Julius II for his own personal use - and finished by subsequent Popes after his death - the four rooms were decorated by Raphael. The key feature is the artwork which adorns the walls and ceilings. Much like the frescoes in the Sistine Chapel painted by Michelangelo, those visiting will get a [...]
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When in Rome, visit this church! The Church of Santa Maria Maggiore Rome is known for its stunning interior, beautiful mosaics and marble columns. It is a papal basilica outside of the Vatican walls, and is therefore often visited by the Pope. Let’s learn more here about the Basilica’s history in this guide. The recent [...]
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Located within the wonderful Vatican Museums, the Belvedere Torso is definitely worth stopping at when visiting the Vatican City. The Belvedere Torso history is not 100% known, but it is thought that the torso sculpture has been in Rome since at least the 15th century. This headless, armless and legless statue has more impact than [...]
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If you are in the Vatican City, don’t forget to visit the Paul VI Audience hall. This building - which is actually part in Rome and part in the Vatican City - is home to the stunning Statue of the Resurrection. This is not your average traditional Vatican resurrection statue however. Read on to find [...]
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The fabulous St Peter’s Square, Vatican City is something you must see when visiting Rome. It’s also a great free attraction, so being on a budget is no excuse not to visit! Read on to discover all about the history, obelisk, and architecture. Welcome to the Entrance to St Peter's Square Vatican and Basilica st_peters_square_vatican [...]
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One of the most inevitable tourist destinations of Vatican City, Michelangelo’s la Pieta possesses a rich and appealing charisma, tugging thousands of visitors from across the globe. Along with the Pieta meaning and all the facts and curiosities related to it, here you will discover everything you need to know to plan your visit to [...]
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Painted between 1509 and 1511 in the Apostolic Palace by Raphael, the School of Athens is one of the most important and fascinating frescos in history. Dedicated to classical Greece and Rome, Raphael’s School of Athens painting depicts the birth of philosophy of almost every kind. Being a tourist attraction for over centuries and having [...]
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