Do I Need Vaccines for the Vatican?
Do I Need a Passport or Visa for the Vatican?
What is the Climate Like in The Vatican?
How Safe is the Vatican?
Visiting the Vatican Museums
Canadian Embassy to the Vatican
The Vatican, also known as the See of Rome, is a sovereign territory containing Vatican City. It is located in the north part of Rome and easily reached by public transportation.
It is the smallest country in the world. The Pope is the ruler of the Vatican City State and the Vatican. Tourists from all over the world come to see the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and other sites.
It is a beautiful place to visit for those of the Catholic religion or for those interested in exploring the history of Rome.
Do I Need Vaccines for the Vatican?
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for The Vatican. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccines for The Vatican: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, and influenza.
| Vaccine | How Disease Spreads |
|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | Contaminated Food or Water |
| Hepatitis B | Contaminated Body Fluids (Sex, needles, etc.) |
| Rabies | Infected Animals |
| Influenza | Airborne Droplets |
See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.
Do I Need a Passport or Visa for the Vatican?
A passport which is valid for at least 3 months from the expected date of departure is required to enter the country. A visa is required. Those not in possession of a return or onward ticket may be denied entry.
| Is A … | A Vatican Entry Requirement? |
|---|---|
| Passport | Yes |
| Passport Validity | At least six months |
| Blank Passport Pages | Two pages per entry stamp |
| Visa | No |
| Vaccinations | May be required |
Outside of Catholic clergy, there are no visas or other documents issued for the Vatican. All travel is to, through or from Italy.
Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.
What is the Climate Like in The Vatican?
Much like Rome, the Vatican has a warm and temperate climate. The hottest month is July with temperatures in the low-20’s. The coldest month is January when it can reach as low as 5 degrees.
How Safe is the Vatican?
The Vatican has a very low amount of crime. Most of the resident population is Catholic clergy. Internal strife is rarely reported. But, there are museums and other areas of the Vatican that are open to the public.
In these sections, pick-pocketing and petty theft are not uncommon. Travellers should take precautions to make sure they bags cannot be easily accessed.
While there have been threats of terrorism against the Vatican. No attack has been carried out.
Visiting the Vatican Museums
The Vatican Museums contain a huge collection of works by Popes, Roman Emperors and famous artists. The museums have about 70,000 works and currently displays 20,000 of them.
The Sistine Chapel has its ceiling painted by Michelangelo and the Stanze di Raffaello by Raphael. Other notable paintings include Leonardo da Vinci’s St. Jerome in the Wilderness, Filippo Lippi’s Marsuppini Coronation, and Perugino’s Madonna and Child with Saints.
There are also sculpture museums, such as the Museo Pio-Clementino and Museo Chiaramonti. There is also the Vatican Historical Museum, which contains a collection of portraits of the Popes from the 16th century to now. The papamobili (Popemobiles) are on display.
Canadian Embassy to the Vatican
There is no Vatican embassy. Instead, use the Canadian Embassy in Rome:
Canadian Embassy in Italy
Via Zara 30,
Rome 00198, Italy
Tel.: 39 06-85444-1
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