How to get to the Vatican Museums
Where is the Vatican located?
The Vatican is located about 5km from the centre of Rome. The museums inside are easily accessible by public transport.
You can take the metro, train, bus or tram. You can also drive to the Vatican or walk and enjoy Rome.
Where is the entrance to the Vatican Museums?
The entrance to the Vatican Museums is located on Italian territory (despite being part of the Vatican State), precisely in viale Vaticano 6 in Rome.
How do I get to the Vatican Museums by metro?
From Termini Station, take the Metro line A in the direction of Battistini. The closest stops to the Vatican Museums are Ottaviano-Musei Vaticani and Cipro, about ten minutes' walk away.
How do I get to the Vatican Museums by bus?
The number 49 bus stop is in front of the entrance to the Vatican Museums.
Lines 32, 81 and 982 stop at Piazza Risorgimento, which is a 5-minute walk away.
How do I get to the Vatican Museums from the airport?
If you arrive in Rome by train, you have several options to reach the central station, Roma Termini, where you can take buses, the metro, and taxis to get to the Vatican Museums.
If you land at Fiumicino Airport, the fastest option is the Leonardo Express train, which connects Fiumicino Airport directly to Roma Termini Station in about 30 minutes. The most budget-friendly option is the SIT Bus Shuttle with stops at Piazza Cavour and near Roma Termini Station.
For the utmost comfort, especially if you have lots of luggage or are traveling with children, consider a private minivan transfer.
If you land at Ciampino Airport, the most popular option is the SIT Bus Shuttle, which stops on Via Marsala, near Roma Termini Station.
Where can I park to visit the Vatican Museums?
If you come to the Vatican Museums by car, there are private garages and paid car parks in Viale Vaticano and the surrounding streets.
How do I get from Termini Station to the Vatican Museums?
From Termini Station you can easily reach the Vatican Museums by taking the Metro line A in the direction of Battistini. The Ottaviano stop is about 7 minutes away from the entrance to the museums.