Vatican Necropolis

The Vatican Necropolis, located beneath St. Peter's Basilica, is a labyrinthine burial ground and a meticulously kept museum filled with paintings, woodwork, sculptures, and relics. The most significant finding, however, is a gravesite said to contain the remains of Saint Peter himself, a relic that the Vatican is still meticulously excavating.

Each day, only a certain number of tourists are permitted to visit, and tickets must be acquired directly from the Vatican Excavations Office. To visit, you will need to make an advance reservation, so while you are waiting for your time slot to arrive, spend some time seeing Rome. A fun segway trip will take you around the sights, and you will be back in time for your Vatican Necropolis excursion.

Location: Vatican Necropolis, Vatican City
Best time to visit Vatican Necropolis: The Vatican Necropolis is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. On Sundays, it is closed.