How To Visit Vatican City - Discover The Smallest Country In The World

How to visit Vatican City - Are you looking to visit Vatican City but you don’t know how? Today we will tell you all you need to know about the smallest country in the world! The Vatican City is an independent country that was founded in 1929. The head of state is the Pope. It is located in Rome, on the west bank of the river Tiber. It is also the smallest country in the world. In fact it is only 856m long (or 946yards) and 741meters wide or (781yards). In the video we will tell you How to visit Vatican City, what you need, what you can see, how to get there and more.
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00:00 - Start
00:46 - What is Vatican City?
01:58 - How to get to the Vatican City
03:50 - What can I see in the Vatican City
08:43 - How long does it take to Visit the Vatican City?
10:09 - What do I need to Visit the Vatican City?
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Thanks for explaining everything so clearly. I hope to go to Rome next year, so will definitely visit the Vatican too.

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This is such a great video..."To first get to the Vatican City, you first have to be in Rome". Thank you. I would never have know that.

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[@craigduncan8773]

Lovely video, brings back great memories of my recent visit to Rome and the Vatican City

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[@yvo4944]

This was the most helpful video for a first timer. I now know to go on the metro, which line, it’s stops and it’s location. Also, how close the other tourist areas are to the Vatican. The postcard info, the line between 2 countries. A lot of important info and presented concisely. It’s my first time and somewhat anxious in how to get around. Thank you again!!!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

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[@nirukshidavid2331]

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[@nirukshidavid2331]

Do you suggest going to museums first or the basilica first? I amwith 2 teenage kids

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[@milamcdonald716]

I remember going to the Vatican City after 3. pm in October 2018. It's not too crowded. The Basilica was almost empty and I climbed the tower quite fast, because I was the only one.

[@AdoraMiller1023]

I’m going mid November. I wonder if it will be similar

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Novembre is usually a slow month in Rome

[@AdoraMiller1023]

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[@annmarieruhland42]

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[@TravelAddictsLife]

You will need to make a reservation and only 250 people are allowed per day. Here is the website: www.vatican.va/various/basiliche/san_pietro/it/necropoli/informazioni.htm

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[@DanielAirGuitar]

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[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much! Most of the gardens are closed as far as we know

[@DanielAirGuitar]

@@TravelAddictsLife I see. Well I know they're only acessible by tour, but even so probably only part of them. I hope our visit takes us through at least a bit of the beauty we hear about

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[@DriverDude100]

Great video. Very helpful. I recently spent 40 minutes waiting in line to get through security to enter the basilica. The line to visit the dome was another 30 minutes-pay for the elevator even though it serves only the first portion of the ascent. Tickets for the Vatican Museum were difficult to get online, but I persisted and was eventually able to purchase tickets from the official web site. I agree that it is wise to dedicate a whole day for visiting the Vatican. There is so much to see. Consider taking a break for lunch in the garden of the Vatican Museum (entry tickets required). Your videos helped me a lot on my recent trip to Italy. Keep up the good work!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

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[@dalerenaud2118]

Where do I get tickets to see the treasures? Thank you for all of the wonderful information

[@TravelAddictsLife]

@@dalerenaud2118 inside the basilica on the south’s side

[@dalerenaud2118]

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[@TravelAddictsLife]

@@dalerenaud2118 thank you so much Dale. Unfortunately Campo dei Fiori became a little touristy now and most restaurants are not very authentic there. You should walk 10 minutes to Trastevere to find more local and authentic food

[@cicadarangs6026]

Thank you for very informative clip. I would like to spend one day in Vatican.Are there any restaurant near the museum ? Where can I have lunch?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Yes there are a few in that area 👍🏻

[@samroy5967]

Such an informative video. 👍🏽 I was wondering if there’s one particular day of the week that’s best to AVOID entering Vatican? Or no such day and it’ll be the same amount of crowd on ANY given day? Just thought I’d ask before ordering the tickets through the link that you shared. 🤔

[@TravelAddictsLife]

In our experience during the week is a little less busy but not by much

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[@lalitadaniel75]

Thank you for very useful information! One question ..Baby and prams aloud in the museum? Thanks 😊

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[@gabrielmaldonado1903]

As a Catholic my self it is my dream and my plan to visit Vatican City and Jerusalem Jesus bless you guys

[@shivathealmighty]

Visited Vatican and sistine chapel after standing 3 hours in the line but at the end of the day it was worth it ❤!!

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[@JulieMoranNE111]

I tried to visit St. Peters in February ... and twice there were long lines at the security check, and both times I gave up. Planning to arrive early in the morning is critical year-round, IMHO, if you wan to make sure you are able to get through the metal detectors!

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[@chillout6036]

Hello.thanks for The great video...u say that the st Peter bazilica îs free entry to visit but i saw on 2 site that you need yo but a 25 euro ticket.can you give me more info bcause i am planning to visit în 2 weeks and I want to be prepared

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We went there several time and it was always free.

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[@ericl2326]

if i book guided tour to Vatican Museum, is there a special entrance and is the line much quicker (like less than 30mins)?

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Yes there is a special line and it is much quicker.

[@alicearmstrong5082]

Thank you for this video. It helped me to understand the scope of what is to be seen in the Vatican city. I have a few questions. Our cruise arrives at 8am on a Sunday in September and departs at 5pm. 1) Will any of the sites mentioned in Vatican city be closed to the public? 2) Would it be possible to visit the Pantheon? 3)Because this is our first time and the time is limited, what site should I not leave out? I watched your video seeing Rome in a day. My husband has mobility issues the Vatican city is top on his list to see. Any advice will be helpful.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you for your comment. Keep in mind that the train from the port to downtown takes about one hour. So you might not have time to see the Pantheon after the Vatican. The sites should be open but it might be really busy there because on Sunday the Pope does the blessing from the window in the piazza

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[@willthetrucker7613]

Sistine Chapel used to allow photography. Wish they still did.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

That would be nice

[@shivathealmighty]

They do not.. Last week I visited Sistine chapel.. Inside the chapel one security guard came and whispered in my ears, pls do not open your mobile camera in this room.. Thats it!!

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[@maholidaylife381]

Hi thanks for the informative video. Just wondering your link to the Vatican Museum entrance ticket is all for group tours. Do you have any links for where I can buy a skip the line ticket and enter without a guided tour please?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much for your comment. If you check this link: readysetitaly.com/vatican-museums the third tour is a skip the line on your own.

[@maholidaylife381]

@@TravelAddictsLife Thanks for the reply I think the link changes depending what country you're in so I had to select "language Italian" to see it cus I'm in England and mostly the group tours come up. I'm noticing most of the "skip the line" tickets are sold out for 2 weeks probably because third party sellers & they want £35. Then the guided tours say it's £38 but when you select it the price changes to £60. Looks like I'm forced to go early in the morning and wait in the line, is 8,30am a good time? lol

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@@maholidaylife381 8:30 might be good we don't know we have never been there that early in the morning

[@emmasourli4142]

As i read there is post office in the Vatican where you can send a postcard with stamps from special signature od Vatican's signature.If you know where it's located in to visit it please??

[@TravelAddictsLife]

The post office is located in the Piazza on the right side, it is very easy to spot!

[@sha.elaine]

Question. So men cannot wear long shorts...they have to reach the knee or completely cover the knee?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Technically they have to cover the knees. We always use long pants to be safe.

[@kimberlysubera3803]

Is the Vatican City/museum closed on certain days, i.e. Mondays?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Hello there, the museums are open from Monday to Saturday until 6pm and Sunday until 2 pm. They are closed on specific holidays. You can check them on this link: m.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani-mobile/it/info/tutti-gli-orari.html

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I am planning to go Italy end of November Do I still need to buy tickets in advance since this is off season

[@TravelAddictsLife]

It would be better

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[@beckyhuynh8007]

Hi, do we need to show any ID or passport to entrance Colosseum, Rome?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Most of the time you don’t, but it is always good to keep a piece of ID with you just in case

[@beckyhuynh8007]

Thanks

[@Richardpasquinucci]

Are there certain hours you can visit st peters basilica and the church in the Vatican?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Usually from 7 am to 7 pm

[@Richardpasquinucci]

@@TravelAddictsLife ok. Grazie

[@Richardpasquinucci]

Is the basilica open for individual prayer? And do they do confession there?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

@Richardpasquinucci yes and yes

[@liebet9491]

Can you skip the museums and go straight to the Sistine chapel if you buy tix directly from Vatican website.? We will have little time and want to at least see the Sistine chapel. Thanks for your help!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

You can skip most of the museums and go to the Sistine Chapel, however we would recommend you to walk by the Raphael Rooms on your way they are magnificent.

[@liebet9491]

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@liebet9491 keep us posted on how your trip goes 😃

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[@BE2001]

Is it acceptable to wear shorts that come to the knee in the Vatican/Sistine Chapel? We are going in July and I know it will be hot.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

It all depends on the person at the entrance, some person are more lenient than other

[@caridadfruto6212]

do they have wheelchairs in the basilica n museum?

[@TravelAddictsLife]

In the museum yes in the basilica we don’t know

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You offen say find a king down, but I can’t never find the king

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[@Richardpasquinucci]

Is the holy see in the Vatican City

[@TravelAddictsLife]

The Holy See and Vatican City are the same thing

[@Richardpasquinucci]

@@TravelAddictsLife O. O.k.

[@dianaxiang1145]

Missed most important information- visiting time abs opening hours

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👍👍🇮🇹🇮🇹👍👍Welcome all in Italy because Italy is an open-air museum 😁😁😁

[@TravelAddictsLife]

So true

[@mrm700]

Vatican has to be one of the most frustrating sights to visit in Rome. Far too crowded, having to walk (more like shuffle) shoulder to shoulder with other tourists through the Vatican. I hated it.

[@TravelAddictsLife]

It is a bit crowded but totally worth it

[@matildawolfram4687]

Fabulous video! When visiting another city or country, every educated person must visit a museum. Visiting museums is very useful and fascinating. A love for the "eternal" and "beautiful" is awakened in a person, the beginnings of greatness and respect for history are inculcated. It is impossible to turn the excursion into something banal, ordinary and boring. The person should be a comprehensively developed person, cultured, educated, critically and analytically thinking, with knowledge of foreign languages. It is the knowledge of a foreign language that opens wide prospects for a person to realize his/her creative potential, career and financial growth. I would like to recommend the practical training course by Yuriy Ivantsiv "Polyglot Notes. Practical tips for learning foreign language", where you can find lots of useful information how to learn a foreign language quickly. Learn a foreign language and realize your creative potential on an international scale! The international community needs creative ideas! Thanks to the author of the channel for a very fascinating tour!

[@TravelAddictsLife]

Thank you so much 😊

[@gabrielmaldonado1903]

You are so wrong. Italian is not the official language inside vatican city. It is Latin that's the language priest from different countries speak to each others

[@strategiccompanysale]

According to Wikipedia, " Italian is the lingua franca of the Vatican and replaced Latin as the official language of the Synod of Bishops in 2014." Maybe dial back on your confrontational language. These two guys are helping you without charge.

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Other than the dress code can the men carry a back pack in.

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[@TravelAddictsLife]

No at the moment you do not

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Are masks still mandatory in Vatican and in Italy in general?

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