The Papal Palace and Gardens of Castel Gandolfo
byGo on a day trip to to Castel Gandolfo to visit the Papal Palace and Gardens, known as the pope’s summer residence.
Religious sites/buildings
What to wear to the Vatican
byKeep in mind that if you don’t comply with the dress code, you’ll be denied access to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica.
The Best Underground Sites of the Eternal City
byExplore the catacombs and crypts of the city’s most significant monuments, and unearth some of Rome’s best-kept treasures.
Must-See: The Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs
byDesigned by Michelangelo himself, the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri was built into the ruins of the famous Diocletian Baths, deriving its name from a legend of Christian martyrs who died during its construction.
Basilica di San Paolo Fuori le Mura
byA Must See in Rome: San Paolo Fuori Le Mura, one of four papal basilicas, where each of the popes dating back to Saint Peter is awarded a circular mosaic portrait around the internal walls of the basilica.
The Church of St. Louis of the French
byThe Church of San Luigi dei Francesi is the national church in Rome of France, famous for the three paintings by Caravaggio dedicated to San Matteo and for the frescoes by Domenichino.
Holy Stairs revealed
byAfter three centuries, the wooden planks that covered the Scala Sancta in the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran have been removed, unveiling the Holy Stairs that Jesus climbed.
San Pietro in Vincoli Church
bySan Pietro in Vincoli: a Church located in the neighbourhood of Monti in Rome
Guide to managing the Vatican in a day
byWhen visiting Rome for only a few days, adding the Vatican to the schedule can seem a bit daunting. Yet, there is a way to manage your time. Here’s how to navigate the Vatican in one day (or less).
Follow the Frescoes of Rome
byRome has some of the most astonishing frescos in the world, ranging from ancient roman villa interiors, to eighteenth century wall tapestries.
San Pietro in Montorio and the Tempietto
byThe Church of San Pietro in Montorio and the Donato Bramante’s little temple.
Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars
byA Must See in Rome: Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars (Museo e Cripta dei Frati Cappuccini) e the Church of Our Lady of the Conception of the Capuchins (Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini)
Basilica di San Clemente
byDiscover 2000 years of history at the Basilica di San Clemente in Rome The Basilica of St. Clemente is an unparalleled experience here in…
Sant’Ivo alla Sapienza
byLocated behind the hidden walls of Palazzo alla Sapienza, this Baroque marvel is very hard to spot from the outside.