Title: Visit Vatican City: 2026 Travel Guide for Vatican City, Rome | Expedia.com [Hotels in Vatican City](https://expedia.com/Vatican-City-Hotels.d179952.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Vatican City](https://expedia.com/Vatican-City-Vacation-Rentals.d179952.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Vatican City](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Vatican-City.d179952.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Vatican City](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Vatican-City.d179952.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Vatican City](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Vatican-City.d179952.Car-Rental-Guide)[Vatican City Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Vatican-City.d179952.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Vatican City ## Travel Guide ![Visit to St. Peter's Square, a bustling gathering place in Rome, inviting exploration and reflection on a sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508634/dfaa1ff0-ee1b-47f7-9829-95e98dc1f135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Peter\'s Basilica featuring a church or cathedral, a square or plaza and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074144/155b86f5-3a9b-4c58-b533-674d5c845d08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Light streaming through the grand dome of St. Peter's Basilica creating a serene atmosphere in Rome](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074144/48f6cfe9-7e3e-4311-aa3b-1920d6281783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St Peter's Basilica interior corridor showcasing historic inscriptions in Rome, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074144/8de6f431-80a2-43cc-a15e-709bfa248b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St Peter's Basilica showcases stunning architecture and rich history in Rome, Lazio, Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074144/655c4c86-da64-4933-af67-0398ba10363e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Vatican City Things to do - Vatican City Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Vatican City ![Hotel Quirinale](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1100/1058/1c2ed679_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Quirinale Via Nazionale 7 Rome RM $196 nightly $233 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,933 reviews) Large room, very friendly staff breakfast was good. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=1058&PinnedHotelID=1058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179952) ![Ruby Giulia Hotel Rome](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114940000/114933100/114933055/960b9e99_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ruby Giulia Hotel Rome Via Agostino Depretis 45 Rome RM $211 nightly $246 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Rome. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews) Walkable and close to all the attractions and historical places. Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=114933055&PinnedHotelID=114933055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179952) ![UNA Hotels Decò Roma](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222500/2222425/f97ca989_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### UNA Hotels Decò Roma Via Giovanni Amendola, 57 Rome RM $172 nightly $207 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,522 reviews) Hotel room was very nice with a good choice for breakfast, and when having an early start they prepared a breakfast pack. Our air conditioning wasn't working the first 2 nights but the staff sorted it after we let them know. The WiFi was a bit slow. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=2222425&PinnedHotelID=2222425&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179952) [See all 8,079 properties in Vatican City](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F26%2F2026&endDate=3%2F27%2F2026®ionId=179952) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![HiSuiteROME](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8210000/8202600/8202567/b382384d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HiSuiteROME Via di Montegiordano 51 Rome RM Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (407 reviews) We stayed here for a couple days before our cruise. The hotel is perfectly located! Close enough to walk to all the sites yet quiet area. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Nice kitchen that is well stocked. It has a Keurig style coffee maker that I never did figure out how to use. But no worries, ... Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Rome-Hotels-HiSuiteROME.h8202567.Hotel-Information) ![Trianon Borgo Pio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1450000/1443400/1443366/86a48ce1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Trianon Borgo Pio Piazza delle Vaschette n 13 Rome RM Stay at this aparthotel in Rome. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,495 reviews) The people were pleasant, the room was clean and the beds were comfortable. The location perfect. Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Rome-Hotels-Trianon-Borgo-Pio.h1443366.Hotel-Information) ![JOIVY Cavour 238](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110230000/110222000/110221947/f9a59c69_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JOIVY Cavour 238 Via Cavour 238 Rome RM Stay at this apartment in Rome. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room espresso maker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews) Rooms were clean and location was nice, especially to the colosseum and Roman forum. Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Rome-Hotels-JOIVY-Cavour-238.h110221947.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Vatican City](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=179952&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Vatican City hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179952&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[Mar 25 - Mar 26](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179952&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179952&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[Mar 26 - Mar 27](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179952&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179952&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179952&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179952&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179952&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Illuminated Colosseum stands majestically in Rome at night with vibrant city life surrounding it](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046257/dfc1097b-fb0b-4d2f-96f5-15d86e72f134.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colosseum 4.5/5(6,700 reviews) A true architectural heavyweight, the 2,000-year-old Colosseum is often considered one of the seven “modern” wonders of the world. [](https://expedia.com/Colosseum-Rome-City-Centre.d6046257.Vacation-Attraction) ![Visit Pantheon in Rome and experience its ancient architecture and bustling atmosphere during a sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502483/0d2ace47-fa09-4440-b2e6-a2a75b850d1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pantheon 4.5/5(5,521 reviews) One of ancient Rome’s greatest achievements combines momentous history and inspired architecture. [](https://expedia.com/Pantheon-Rome-City-Centre.d502483.Vacation-Attraction) ![Visit Trevi Fountain, stunning baroque masterpiece in Rome, Italy under bright blue sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341167/4d1f5486-6de9-4b4a-9d04-d3a5db349148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Trevi Fountain 4.5/5(6,279 reviews) Rome is a city abundant in world-class water features, but none more stunning, or more famous, than the Trevi Fountain. [](https://expedia.com/Trevi-Fountain-Rome-City-Centre.d6341167.Vacation-Attraction) ![Visitors relax on the Spanish Steps in Rome, enjoying the historic architecture and lively atmosphere during a sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046254/33998c16-eec9-4260-99d3-fa34ff9cbb70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spanish Steps 4.5/5(5,503 reviews) A monumental stairway with a monumental past, the Spanish Steps are literally and figuratively at the heart of Rome. [](https://expedia.com/Spanish-Steps-Rome-City-Centre.d6046254.Vacation-Attraction) ![Exploring Piazza Navona in Rome as visitors admire stunning architecture and vibrant atmosphere under a clear blue sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508631/d0774731-f7d8-4f6e-8952-c8e6b3379ce6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Piazza Navona 4.5/5(4,052 reviews) The old papal buildings have altered little over the centuries, but still act as an open-air hub for cafés and street entertainers. [](https://expedia.com/Piazza-Navona-Rome-City-Centre.d508631.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wide angle aerial view over the city of Rome and the Vatican museums](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074162/bf40a63f-a7a9-4895-9daa-2c0193e5143f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vatican Museums 4.5/5(4,017 reviews) Forget the Louvre, the Met or the Hermitage, some of the world’s greatest collections of art can be found in the Vatican Museums. [](https://expedia.com/Vatican-Museums-Vatican.d6074162.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Rome Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/376190/27f7cb2b-8299-411e-bfc9-45c2f55e37d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rome Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Tour by Open-top Bus $27 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rome-big-bus-hop-on.a376190.activity-details) ![Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1008396/e19be9b0-753b-468f-8c06-a9430bdb8b3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica $39 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/skip-the-line-group-tour-of-the-vatican.a1008396.activity-details) ![Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3138351/0d493523-2b23-480f-8c61-eb6471d1a511.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour $92 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rome-colosseum-with-arena.a3138351.activity-details) ![Rome in a Day: Small Group Tour with Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/291895/4aae3a98-63b0-4865-a823-00118479191e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rome in a Day: Small Group Tour with Vatican, Colosseum & Historic Center $203 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rome-in-a-day-small-group-tour-with-vatican.a291895.activity-details) ![The VIP Colosseum Underground & Ancient Rome Small Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3087492/4592544d-fae1-4392-8d99-c2c66b990294.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colosseum Underground & Ancient Rome Guided Tour $71 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/colosseum-underground-ancient-rome-guided-tour.a3087492.activity-details) ![3 in 1 Cooking Class near Navona: Fettuccine, Ravioli & Tiramisu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2128072/99424690-45a6-41c0-80b9-d6dd8583fa44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 in 1 Cooking Class near Navona: Fettuccine, Ravioli & Tiramisu $69 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/3-in-1-cooking-class-near-navona-fettuccine.a2128072.activity-details) [See all activities in Vatican City](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Vatican-City.d179952.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Vatican City ![Roman Forum which includes a ruin, heritage elements and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502481/62395336-08f9-4521-904f-53f1daa4b18b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rome - Cities near Vatican City - Places of interest [Rome](https://expedia.com/Rome.dx179899) - [Vatican Museums ](https://expedia.com/Vatican-Museums-Vatican.d6074162.Vacation-Attraction) - [St. Peter's Basilica ](https://expedia.com/St-Peters-Basilica-Vatican.d6074144.Vacation-Attraction) - [St. Peter's Square ](https://expedia.com/St-Peters-Square-Vatican.d508634.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sistine Chapel ](https://expedia.com/Sistine-Chapel-Vatican.d6074136.Vacation-Attraction) - [Apostolic Palace ](https://expedia.com/Apostolic-Palace-Vatican.d6116026.Vacation-Attraction) - [Governor's Palace of the Vatican City State ](https://expedia.com/Governors-Palace-Of-The-Vatican-City-State-Vatican.d6116028.Vacation-Attraction) - [Paul VI Audience Hall ](https://expedia.com/Paul-VI-Audience-Hall-Vatican.d6116036.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vatican Grottoes ](https://expedia.com/Vatican-Grottoes-Vatican.d553248621532956075.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vatican Library ](https://expedia.com/Vatican-Library-Vatican.d6074160.Vacation-Attraction) - [Casina di Pio IV ](https://expedia.com/Casina-Di-Pio-IV-Vatican.d6116034.Vacation-Attraction) - [Palace of Justice ](https://expedia.com/Palace-Of-Justice-Vatican.d6116030.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tomb of St Peter ](https://expedia.com/Tomb-Of-St-Peter-Vatican.d553248621532956076.Vacation-Attraction) - [Museo Storico Artistico ](https://expedia.com/Museo-Storico-Artistico-Vatican.d553248621532956074.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chair of Saint Peter ](https://expedia.com/Chair-Of-Saint-Peter-Vatican.d553248621562150739.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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