Travel Vaccines and Advice for 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.
On This Page:
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
Embassy of the United Kingdom in the Vatican
Do I Need Vaccines for the Vatican?
See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunisations:
- Tetanus –
Wounds or Breaks in Skin –
Recommended for travellers to most regions, especially if not previously vaccinated. - Rabies –
Saliva of Infected Animals –
Vaccine recommended for long-stay travellers and those who may come in contact with animals. - Tickborne Encephalitis –
Ticks or Unpasteurised Products –
Transmission is widespread. Spread is most common from early spring to late autumn.
See the tables below for more information:
Recommended Travel Vaccinations for the Vatican |
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| VACCINE | HOW DISEASE SPREADS | DETAILS |
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| Tetanus | Wounds or Breaks in Skin | Recommended for travellers to most regions, especially if not previously vaccinated. |
| Rabies | Saliva of Infected Animals | Vaccine recommended for long-stay travellers and those who may come in contact with animals. |
| Tickborne Encephalitis | Ticks or Unpasteurised Products | Transmission is widespread. Spread is most common from early spring to late autumn. |
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 visa is not needed for stays in Italy under three months. Passports must be valid for the duration of a traveller’s stay.
Vatican Entry Requirements |
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| Do I Need A… | For My Trip to the Vatican? | |
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Sources: Embassy of the Vatican and GOV.UK
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 Ensure 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.
Embassy of the United Kingdom in the Vatican
The Vatican is an independent entity within Italy. Any consular issues whilst in the Vatican should be handled through the British embassy in Rome.
British Embassy Rome
Via XX Settembre 80/a
00187 Rome
Italy
Telephone: +39 06 4220 0001
Emergency Phone: +39 06 4220 0001
Fax: +39 06 4220 2334
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