




Look up at the Sistine Chapel ceiling where Michelangelo's genius unfolds in vivid color above your head. Join the faithful gathering in St. Peter's Square, where the Pope delivers blessings to crowds from around the world. The Vatican Museums house treasures that would take weeks to properly appreciate - arrive early to beat the inevitable queues. Inside St. Peter's Basilica, Bernini's bronze baldachin towers impossibly high, while Michelangelo's PietĆ sits in quiet perfection behind protective glass. After exploring the Vatican's wonders, find respite in the nearby Prati neighborhood, where locals dine at trattorias far from the tourist crowds. For the best photos, climb the dome of St. Peter's for a view that even the most jaded travelers find breathtaking.

