Vatican City

Temples & religious sites

St. Peter's Basilica

St. Peter's Basilica is the iconic church of Vatican City and is regarded as one of the grandest churches in the world. It is said to stand over the tomb of the Apostle Peter, drawing pilgrims and travelers alike.

Temples & religious sites

Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel is the pope's chapel within the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City, filled with frescoes by Renaissance masters such as Michelangelo and Raphael. The ceiling painted by Michelangelo is the chapel's most famous highlight.

Museums & galleries

Pantheon

An ancient Roman temple still standing in Rome, used as a Catholic church since the 7th century. True to its name, meaning "temple of all gods," it offers a glimpse of magnificent ancient architecture.

Parks & gardens

Roman Forum

This ancient Roman site remains at the heart of Rome's historic center, once surrounded by government buildings around a central square. Walking through it, visitors can sense the traces of what was once the heart of ancient Rome.

Parks & gardens

Saint Peter's Square

A square spread out in front of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican. Its grand scale, able to hold up to 300,000 people, draws large crowds of pilgrims and travelers.

Museums & galleries

Vatican Museums

The Vatican Museums, located in Vatican City, are among the largest museums in the world, housing artworks the Roman Catholic Church has gathered over centuries. It's a wonderful place to take a leisurely stroll through vast galleries and enjoy an artistic journey.

Museums & galleries

Palatine Hill

One of the seven hills of Rome, this historic site once held the palaces of Emperor Augustus and his successors. Its charm lies in the sweeping view over the Roman Forum.

Temples & religious sites

Archbasilica of St. John Lateran

It serves as the cathedral of the Diocese of Rome and is regarded as the oldest and most prestigious basilica in the city. For Catholics, it holds special significance as the "mother church" of all churches.