Vatican City

Vatican City is the world's smallest independent sovereign state by both area and population.

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Why go

Capital: Vatican City

Currency: Euro (EUR)

Best time: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct

Weather: Mediterranean; warm summers and mild winters

Top attractions: St Peter's Basilica • Vatican Museums • Sistine Chapel • St Peter's Square

Nature: Vatican Gardens • landscaped historic grounds

Quick fact: Vatican City is the world's smallest independent sovereign state by both area and population.