Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
VaticanCity,theworld'ssmallestcountry,containsSt.Peter'sBasilica(withMichelangelo's
exquisite
PietÃ
) and the Vatican Museum (with Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel). A helpful
TI
is just to the left of St. Peter's Basilica as you're facing it (Mon-Sat 8:30-18:15, closed
Sun, tel. 06-6988-1662, Vatican switchboard tel. 06-6982,
www.vatican.va
)
. The entrances
to St. Peter's and to the Vatican Museum are a 15-minute walk apart (follow the outside of
the Vatican wall, which links the two sights). The nearest Metro stop, Ottaviano, is about 10
minutes from either sight.
Modest dress is required of men, women, and children throughout Vatican City, even
outdoors.Otherwise the SwissGuardcan turnyouaway.Cover yourshoulders; bringalight
jacket or cover-up if you're wearing a tank top. Wear long pants instead of shorts. Skirts or
dresses should extend below your knee.
