Vatican City

Overview

Vatican City, officially known as Vatican City State, is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy. It is the spiritual and administrative headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, and is the smallest internationally recognized independent state in the world, both by area and population.

Vatican City - Quick Facts

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Languages

Italian

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Continent

Europe

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Population

825

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Capital City

Vatican City

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Best Time to Visit

April to June, September to November

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Drinkable Tap Water

Yes

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Religion

The predominant religion is Roman Catholicism, as Vatican City is the spiritual and administrative headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church.

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Plug Type

Type F, Type L

Safety

Overall Safety

9.0/10

Solo Female Travel

9.0/10

LGBTQ Safety

9.0/10

Travel Advisory

Level 2 - Exercise increased caution

Vatican City is generally safe with low crime rates. However, petty crimes like pickpocketing can occur, especially in crowded areas.

Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing

Budget

Currency

€ - Euro

Cost of Living

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Crowds of tourists gather in St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, with the iconic dome of St. Peter's Basilica in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Vatican City

Overview