Giardini Vaticani, Rome

Name: Giardini Vaticani
Address: Viale Vaticano, Rome, 00120, Italy
Telephone: +39 06 6988 3145

#137 among attractions in Rome

Park, Relax in park, Garden

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Facts and practical information

The Gardens of Vatican City, also informally known as the Vatican Gardens in Vatican City, are private urban gardens and parks which cover more than half of the country, located in the west of the territory and owned by the Pope. There are some buildings, such as Vatican Radio and the Governor's Palace, within the gardens. ()

Alternative names: Area: 57 acres (0.0891 mi²)Elevation: 256 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°54'14"N, 12°27'1"E

Address

Viale VaticanoStato della Città del VaticanoRome 00120 Italy

Contact

+39 06 6988 3145

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Day trips

Giardini Vaticani – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, Apostolic Palace, Sistine Chapel.

~1260 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Sacred and religious sites
Vatican Museums, Rome
7 min walk • The Vatican Museums, nestled within the heart of Vatican City in Rome, Italy, are a treasure trove of art and history, revered as one of the most significant cultural institutions in the world. Founded by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century, the museums are a...
~530 ftE
World’s largest basilica of Christianity
St. Peter's Basilica, Rome
3 min walk • St. Peter's Basilica stands as an iconic emblem of the Vatican City and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture in Rome, Italy. This colossal church, the largest in the world, is a central place of pilgrimage for Catholics and an exemplar of artistic...
~1450 ftE
Pope's official residence in Vatican
Apostolic Palace, Rome
7 min walk • The Apostolic Palace, also known as the Papal Palace, Vatican Palace, or Palace of the Vatican, is an iconic structure located within Vatican City, Rome. It is the official residence of the Pope, the head of the Catholic Church, and a site of great historical...
~1180 ftE
Michelangelo's iconic painted ceiling
Sistine Chapel, Rome
6 min walk • The Sistine Chapel, nestled within the Vatican City in Rome, stands as a monumental testament to Renaissance art and religious reverence. This sacred site, consecrated in 1483, is renowned for its exquisite frescoes that adorn the interior, most notably the ceiling...
~1120 ftSE
Baroque architecture, Cemetery, History museum
Vatican Necropolis, Rome
6 min walk • Beneath the gilded opulence of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City lies the Vatican Necropolis, a historical treasure trove shrouded in the sacred and the mysterious. This ancient cemetery, resting in the heart of Rome, Italy, is a subterranean labyrinth where...
~1300 ftE
Church, Vernacular architecture
Cappella Paolina, Rome
7 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Rome, the Cappella Paolina, or Pauline Chapel, stands as a hidden gem of artistic and religious significance. Located within the Apostolic Palace of the Vatican City, this intimate chapel is not as widely known as its neighbor, the Sistine...
~590 ftSW
Cave
Grotta di Lourdes, Rome
3 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Rome, the Grotta di Lourdes offers a serene escape to spirituality and tranquility. This unique site, which pays homage to the renowned Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in France, is an emblem of faith and reflection in the Italian...
~670 ftE
Palace
Casina Pio IV, Rome
4 min walk • Nestled within the verdant Vatican Gardens in Rome, Casina Pio IV is a historic gem that often goes unnoticed by the average tourist. This elegant villa, originally constructed in the 16th century, serves as a testament to the grandeur of Renaissance architecture...
~1230 ftE
Museum, Art gallery
The Gallery of Maps, Rome
6 min walk • The Gallery of Maps is a gallery located on the west side of the Belvedere Courtyard in the Vatican containing a series of painted topographical maps of Italy based on drawings by friar and geographer Ignazio Danti.
~1140 ftE
Church
Sistine Chapel ceiling, Rome
6 min walk • The Sistine Chapel ceiling, painted by Michelangelo between 1508 and 1512, is a cornerstone work of High Renaissance art. The ceiling is that of the Sistine Chapel, the large papal chapel built within the Vatican between 1477 and 1480 by Pope Sixtus IV, for whom the chapel is named. It was painted at the commission of Pope Julius II.
~860 ftSE
Church
St Stephen of the Abyssinians, Rome
5 min walk • St Stephen of the Abyssinians is an Ethiopian Catholic church located in Vatican City. The church dedicated to Stephen the Protomartyr is the national church of Ethiopia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Giardini Vaticani open?

Giardini Vaticani is open:

Monday 9 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday closed
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday 9 am - 6 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Giardini Vaticani?

Nearby attractions include Mater Ecclesiae Monastery, Rome (1 min walk), Vatican Hill, Rome (2 min walk), St. Peter's Basilica, Rome (3 min walk), Grotta di Lourdes, Rome (3 min walk).

How to get to Giardini Vaticani by public transport?

The nearest stations to Giardini Vaticani:

Bus

V.le Vaticano/Pisani • Lines: 49 (4 min walk)
Emo/Bragadin • Lines: 490, 495, n1 (5 min walk)

Train

Vatican City (6 min walk)
Valle Aurelia (11 min walk)

Metro

Cipro • Lines: A (8 min walk)
Valle Aurelia • Lines: A (12 min walk)

Tram

Risorgimento/S. Pietro • Lines: 19 (12 min walk)
Ottaviano • Lines: 19 (15 min walk)

Ferry

Sant'Angelo • Lines: Battelli di Roma (24 min walk)