[2025 Vatican Attraction] Travel Guide for Sistine Chapel (Updated Apr)

Rome is a city full of history, art, and incredible food. This four-day itinerary covers the must-see attractions while giving you time to explore at a relaxed pace. On Day 1, start with Ancient Rome. Visit the Colosseum, explore the Roman Forum, and enjoy panoramic views from Palatine Hill. After lunch at La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali, stroll through Piazza Venezia and see the towering Vittorio Emanuele II Monument. Visit the Pantheon, relax in Piazza Navona, and end the day with dinner at Roscioli. Before heading back, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain at night for good luck. On Day 2, head to Vatican City. Begin at the Vatican Museums and marvel at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and climb to the dome for breathtaking city views. After lunch at Pizzarium, walk along the Tiber River to Castel Sant’Angelo. Spend the afternoon exploring Trastevere’s charming streets before dining at Trattoria Da Enzo al 29. Wrap up the day with a drink at Freni e Frizioni. On Day 3, immerse yourself in art and culture. Visit Galleria Borghese to admire masterpieces by Caravaggio and Bernini. Walk through Villa Borghese Gardens and enjoy stunning views from Pincian Terrace. After lunch at Caffè Canova Tadolini, explore Campo de’ Fiori and the historic Jewish Ghetto. In the evening, have dinner at Ristorante Aroma with its stunning Colosseum views. On Day 4, explore Rome’s hidden gems. Visit the Basilica of San Clemente, then walk or bike along the ancient Appian Way. Stop by the Catacombs of San Sebastiano or San Callisto for a glimpse into underground Rome. Have lunch at Hostaria Antica Roma, then head to Aventine Hill for the Orange Garden and the famous Keyhole view. End your trip with a sunset at Gianicolo Hill and a final dinner at Taverna Trilussa. This itinerary blends history, culture, and food for an unforgettable Roman adventure!

If you have three days in Rome, be sure to reserve one day for a visit to the Vatican. Feel the influence of art and experience the unparalleled naked-eye 3D visual feast. [CoolGuy] St. Peter's Basilica ⛪ If Rome is an "eternal city", then St. Peter's Basilica is undoubtedly the soul of this city. As one of the largest and most magnificent churches in the world, St. Peter's Basilica is not only a symbol of faith, but also a pinnacle of art and architecture. At around 9:30 in the morning, while there were few people, I went to St. Peter's Basilica first, and almost skipped the line to buy a ticket to the top 🎫 and entered smoothly. As you climb the stairs to the top, you can experience a wonderful journey from wide to narrow, and from inclined to steep dome space. After reaching the top, you can have a panoramic view of the Vatican and a 360-degree panoramic view of Rome. In addition, you can also appreciate the dome paintings painted by Michelangelo up close. [Like] Vatican Museums 🏛 The Vatican Museums house ancient relics from Greece and Rome as well as fine art from the Renaissance; its paintings and sculptures are considered the ceiling of the art world. The moment you step into the Vatican Museum, you feel as if you are in a sacred temple where art and faith are intertwined, and your soul is instantly deeply shaken. The sculpture "Pietà" depicts the Virgin Mary's light skirt and eyes, Jesus' muscles and bones, and lifelike details, even the texture of the muscles and veins are meticulously portrayed. The folds of the clothes present a silky soft texture, completely changing the original hard texture of the marble and showing the perfect beauty of the human body. The statue of Laocoön depicts the death of Laocoön. The characterization is extremely realistic, demonstrating the sculptor's mastery of human anatomy and precise observation of nature. 🔸Raphael Rooms: The ultimate in aesthetics, with paintings on the ceiling and walls featuring themes such as philosophy and theology! "The School of Athens" is one of Raphael's most representative murals. The painting is based on the story of the ancient Greek philosopher Plato organizing the Academy of Athens. With extremely inclusive, free and open ideas, it breaks the boundaries of time and space and brings together cultural celebrities representing different disciplines such as philosophy, mathematics, music, astronomy, etc. 🔸Map Gallery: Geographical maps of Italy from the 16th century are here🗺 🔸Spiral staircase: the embodiment of magical geometric aesthetics! Sistine Chapel 🔸Ceiling painting Michelangelo's "The Creation of Adam": How did God create the world? The murals, with their exquisite craftsmanship and grand narrative, vividly present the scene of God creating all things on the dome, which makes people feel awe when looking up.[Beg] 🔸Altar wall "The Last Judgment": depicts the scene of Jesus Christ judging mankind. The painting is roughly divided into four levels: the top level is angels, the center is Jesus Christ, the bottom level is the people being judged, and the bottom level is hell. These murals and sculptures are not only works of art, but also the crystallization of human spirit and faith. They transcend time and space, conveying the wisdom and power of ancient civilization, allowing everyone who stands in front of them to feel the shock and sublimation of the soul. [Love] 📝Note tips: If you want to explore the Vatican in one day and visit the three check-in spots of St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, it is recommended to go to St. Peter's Basilica early in the morning so that you can reach the top early. Book your Vatican Museum tickets around 12:30 noon (the best time to buy tickets) and enter without queuing. Please allow 3-4 hours for your visit and prepare some dry food. In fact, my eyes were full and I forgot I was hungry. [Chukle]

The Vatican is very beautiful and ancient. If you come here, you should go inside to see the ancient architecture. There are also many pilgrims. When you go inside, you will see that the long line waiting to enter is worth it. It is so beautiful!

#0yentripFebruary2025 The entrance fee was so expensive that I hesitated to go to the Venice Museum on a budget student trip... I was so glad I went! This time I bought a ticket with priority entry and entered for 7000 yen 😭 It was so expensive that I cried... But it would have been better if there was priority entry! Everyone was waiting in line in the rain, but since it was priority entry, I was able to go in all the way and it was worth the money!! Of course, I was impressed by the main Last Judgment, but I was also impressed by the other Egyptian exhibits!

#Travel tips for overseas The Italian Republic, commonly known as Italy, is a republic located in southern Europe, with Rome as its capital The independent state of Vatican City is located on the country's territory In VOL.2, we will introduce our tour of Rome and the Vatican Please use this as a reference when you are sightseeing °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Travel itinerary 🔸Day 4 10:00 Train to Rome, about 280km, about 1.5 hours 12:00 Bus from Termini Station to the Vatican, about 6km, about 1 hour (traffic jams) 13:00 Arrive at St. Peter's Basilica (there is a very long line) 15:00 Bus to the Colosseum, about 6km, about 30 minutes 15:30 Arrive at the Colosseum and Arch of Constantine 16:00 Take the bus to Piazza di Spagna, approx. 3.5km, approx. 1 hour (traffic jams) 17:00 Arrive at Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna 19:00 Dinner 20:00 Arrive at Bettoja Hotel Massimo D'Azeglio ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹ 🔸Day 5 8:20 Start sightseeing in Rome Enter the Colosseum 9:30 Walk to the Mouth of Truth, approx. 1.2km, approx. 20 minutes 10:00 Arrive at the Mouth of Truth 10:30 Cafe 11:00 Walk and train to Piazza di Spagna, approx. 6km, approx. 40min 11:40 Arrive at Piazza di Spagna, shopping, cafe 16:30 Train and walk to St. Peter's Square, approx. 3.5km, approx. 30min 17:00 Arrive at St. Peter's Square 18:00 Enter the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel 20:00 Train to hotel, approx. 6km, approx. 40min 21:00 Arrive at hotel °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• 🔹Things that are not available at hotels, unlike in Japan Roomwear Slippers Toothbrushes, etc. 🔹About bags In Western museums, backpacks are not allowed and may be "checked in on the spot" or "prohibited to be brought in" It is convenient to bring a small bag with a closing opening to put valuables in #Europe #European travel #Italy #Vatican #Church #Rome #Overseas travel #Solo travel

#SummerTripEvent #ItalyTravel Visiting the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museum is a must-see when traveling to Italy, and if you visit, you should definitely not miss the ceiling. It is not a sculpture, but a painting, and it is actually very elaborate. Since the Sistine Chapel is a representative attraction of the Vatican City, its ceiling frescoes are famous, so we recommend visiting during opening hours if possible! 📍00120 Vatican City, Vatican City Daily 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Closed on Sundays

Beautiful little country just a stone throw away from Rome city. Designed well and maintained well. Pope ceremony was a great experience. #instatravel #Vaticancity

THE SISTINE CHAPEL IS A CHAPEL IN THE APOSTOLIC PALACE, THE POPE'S OFFICIAL RESIDENCE IN VATICAN CITY. ORIGINALLY KNOWN AS THE CAPELLA MAGNA L, THE CHAPEL TAKES ITS NAME FROM POPE SIXTUS IV WHO HAS IT BUILT BETWEEN 1473 AND 1481. SINCE THAT TIME, THE CHAPEL HAS SERVED AS A PLACE OF BOTH RELIGIOUS AND FUNCTIONARY APPAL ACTIVITY. #passionpassport #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer #tripblazers #awesomepic #cafe #awesomepic #celebratewithtrip #couplestrip #2023travelwish #passionpassport

#European travel The Sistine Chapel, located in the Vatican, has the world's largest mural painted by Michelangelo on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome. It is said that Michelangelo planned the work for 4 years and worked according to it. Also, this chapel is a building dedicated to the Virgin Mary by Pope Sixtus IV. In addition, it is a place where you can see various statues and building styles, and you will lose track of time. It is a highlight of the Vatican tour, so be careful not to wear hats, as it is very crowded and there are restrictions on wearing hats👍 #Vatican tour #Rome travel

📍Vatican City, Rome, Italy ✔️Basilica is free to enter, and museum and Sistine Chapel admission tickets can be purchased on various travel platforms. When going up the Basilica dome, the admission fee varies depending on whether you take the elevator or walk up. It was easy to enter the city, but the line for baggage inspection was long because the city had to check the baggage to enter the Basilica… but the line moved faster than I thought. In the basement of the Basilica, there were the burial chambers of past popes, but I couldn’t take pictures, so I just took a look. It’s really amazing here. And you can also see the Swiss Guards that protect the Pope! #EuropeTravel #RomeTravel #VaticanTour #Vatican

If you come to Rome, you must visit this place, Vatican City, the smallest country in the world☺️ If you are going to see it in a half-day course, I will introduce you to the main spots you must see💕 1️⃣ St. Peter's Basilica A cathedral that encompasses the Renaissance and Baroque styles, First of all, you will be surprised by its enormous size, and twice by the artworks that fill the wide space! And most of all, you can see Michelangelo's Pieta👀 Since you need to make a separate reservation for admission to the Duomo, if you are interested, it is better to purchase it in advance👏🏻 2️⃣ Raphael's Room A place where you can see the famous masterpiece, Raphael's School of Athens☺️ The painting on the museum admission ticket is a scene from the School of Athens where Plato and Aristotle are talking. You can also take a cute certification shot with your admission ticket💕 3️⃣ Sistine Chapel You can see Michelangelo's The Volta (Creation of Adam) and The Last Judgement👏🏻 However, photography is prohibited here, so you can only admire it with your eyes🥲 The staff strictly control it inside, so it was better to fully appreciate it! I recommend studying about the paintings in advance. 4️⃣ Octagonal Garden and Room of the Muses You can appreciate ancient sculptures here. The famous Laocoon is a must-see and you will be amazed by the delicate sculptures👏🏻 Take your time and look around :) 5️⃣ Tapestry and Map Gallery The Map Gallery with its gorgeous ceiling steals your attention🫶🏻 On both walls, there are Italian maps made in the 16th century by city☺️ It is also fun to compare how much the city I am traveling to has changed from the past to the present! 📍Address: 00120 Vatican City #TravelPlan #EuropeTravel #Rome #Vatican

A trip to Vatican City is well worth it. It’s something you wouldn’t regret seeing. Especially if you go on a Sunday for the Sunday MASS you will get a chance to see the Pope. We had an amazing time there. They is so much to do and see. But be prepared to do a lot of walking to get to the Sistine chapel. That was probably my biggest wow factor on the whole trip.#Rome #vaticancity #pastalover #pizzalover #italy