15 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.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Cupola di San Pietro and Saline di Tarquinia. Get out of town with these interesting Vatican City side-trips: Valle del Treja (in Calcata), Bracciano (Castello Orsini-Odescalchi & Monterano Natural Preserve) and Riva di Polline (in Trevignano Romano). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, identify plant and animal life at La Faggeta di Bassano Romano, steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica, and go all around town with City Tours.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Vatican City online trip itinerary maker .

If you are flying in from Sweden, the closest major airports are Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport. In June, daytime highs in Vatican City are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.