St. Peter's Basilica
Nearby Attractions
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St. Peter's Basilica
Things to do near St. Peter's Basilica
There are 3 attractions within a 2-mile radius of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
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Sistine Chapel
Located at Vatican Museums - - Vatican City, IT-RM 00120The Sistine Chapel, located within Vatican City, is one of the most iconic artistic and religious landmarks in the world. Built between 1473 and 1481 under the commission of Pope Sixtus IV, it was consecrated in 1483. Its architectural design is modest from the outside, but the interior holds some of the most celebrated Renaissa... Read more
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Vatican Museums
Vatican City, Roma, ItalyThe Vatican Museums in Vatican City are among the most celebrated art institutions in the world, featuring a vast collection curated by the Catholic Church over several centuries. Founded in 1506 by Pope Julius II, the museums host approximately 70,000 works, with around 20,000 on public display. Highlights of the visit include ... Read more
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Castel Sant'Angelo
Lungotevere Castello, 50 - 00193 Rome, Roma, ItalyCastel Sant’Angelo, also known as the Mausoleum of Hadrian, is a towering cylindrical fortress situated along the Tiber River in Rome. Originally constructed in 123 AD by Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum for himself and his family, it later evolved into a fortress, papal residence, prison, and museum. Its robust architecture and s... Read more