Mater Ecclesiae Monastery, Rome
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Facts and practical information
The Mater Ecclesiae Monastery is a monastery located inside Vatican City. It was founded around 1990 by Pope John Paul II as a monastery for cloistered nuns. In 2013, it became the residence of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI after his resignation. ()
Day trips
Mater Ecclesiae Monastery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, Apostolic Palace, Sistine Chapel.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Mater Ecclesiae Monastery?
Nearby attractions include Giardini Vaticani, Rome (1 min walk), St. Peter's Basilica, Rome (2 min walk), Vatican Hill, Rome (3 min walk), Casina Pio IV, Rome (3 min walk).
How to get to Mater Ecclesiae Monastery by public transport?
The nearest stations to Mater Ecclesiae Monastery:
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Bus
- V.le Vaticano/Pisani • Lines: 49 (4 min walk)
- Emo/Bragadin • Lines: 490, 495, n1 (6 min walk)
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- Vatican City (6 min walk)
- Valle Aurelia (12 min walk)
Metro
- Cipro • Lines: A (8 min walk)
- Valle Aurelia • Lines: A (13 min walk)
Tram
- Risorgimento/S. Pietro • Lines: 19 (11 min walk)
- Ottaviano • Lines: 19 (15 min walk)
Ferry
- Sant'Angelo • Lines: Battelli di Roma (23 min walk)