31 days in Vatican City Itinerary

Covering 44 hectares (110 acres) in the city center of Rome, the wall-enclosed sovereign state of Vatican City is one of the most famous religious sites worldwide, serving as the papal residence and home of the Roman Catholic church.

Step off the beaten path and head to La Pieta and Vatican Necropolis. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Vatican City: Cerveteri (Necropoli della Banditaccia, Ranch Ferretti, &more), Bracciano (Il Bastione della Sentinella, Piazza IV Novembre (Piazza del Comune), &more) and Borgo di Ceri (in Ceri). There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Basilica, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cappella Redemptoris Mater, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and see the interesting displays at Stanze di Raffaello.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Vatican City trip itinerary planning website.

If you are flying in from United Arab Emirates, the closest major aiports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport, Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport and Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport. In January, daily temperatures in Vatican City can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 4°C.