St. Peter's Basilica – St. Peter's Square loop from Vatican City

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Italy

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Rome

St. Peter's Basilica – St. Peter's Square loop from Vatican City

Easy

4.4

(11)

115

hikers

St. Peter's Basilica – St. Peter's Square loop from Vatican City

01:07

4.10km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

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821 m

Angels Unawares sculpture, St. Peter's Square

Highlight • Monument

“That's why it's not just about the migrants' cause, it's not just about them, but about all of us, about the present and the future of the human family. Migrants, …

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976 m

St. Peter's Colonnade

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The colonnades embrace St. Peter's Square like arms and yet open it outwards.
Genius architecture.

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1.06 km

St. Peter's Basilica

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The view of St. Peter's Basilica from here is very sublime.

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1.14 km

Bernini Fountain — St. Peter’s Square, Rome

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The fountains of Saint Peter's Square are two twin fountains located in the homonymous square in Rome, included in the territory of Vatican City, and placed on the major axis …

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1.26 km

St. Peter's Square

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St. Peter's Square is among the most famous squares in the world. It is a symbol not only of spirituality but also of culture, being among the greatest architectural works …

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1.34 km

Maderno Fountain, St. Peter's Square

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The fountains in St. Peter's Square are two twin fountains located in the square of the same name in Rome, included in the territory of Vatican City. They are placed …

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1.50 km

Vatican Gate

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Holy Door

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2.21 km

Momo Spiral Staircase, Vatican Museums

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The Helical Staircase in the Vatican Museums, located in Vatican City, is an architectural marvel. Although at first glance it looks like a single staircase, it is actually made up …

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4.10 km

End point

Bus stop

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