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How to Travel Italy with Kids

Rome, Sicily, Travel tips, Tuscany, Vatican, VeniceOctober 10, 2016 By Gina Mussio

There’s no need to wait until the kids are grown to visit Italy, the country is safe, fun, and immensely educational. To top things…

St. Peter's Cathedral is a great spot in the Vatican for kids if you know how to prep them for it.

The Best Things to do in the Vatican For Kids

Rome, VaticanMarch 10, 2016 By Walks of Italy

For families with a limited time frame (i.e. kids with limited attention spans) we run the Sistine Express Tour and the Vatican Highlights Tour, both…

6 Of The Most Surprising Properties Owned By The Catholic Church

VaticanFebruary 24, 2016 By Gina Mussio

It’s common knowledge that the Catholic Church owns some of the most ornate and impressive churches in the world, but have you ever wondered what other properties…

The last jubilee year attracted 25 million visitors to the Vatican City. Many think that this year could see tens of millions of pilgrims. Photo by Alfredo Borba

How to Enjoy Pope Francis’ Jubilee Year of Mercy

VaticanDecember 9, 2015 By Gina Mussio

Since his move to the Vatican, Pope Francis has been a font of change and renewed enthusiasm for the Catholic Church. He has worked…

Alberobello is one of Puglia's most impressive ancient towns showcasing the region's traditional 'trulli' houses.

The 8 Italian Places To Visit Before You Die

All around Italy, Alps, Florence, Milan, Rome, VaticanSeptember 2, 2015 By Gina Mussio

Walks of Italy runs a wide range of immersive, small group walking tours in Italy. Whether you’re coming to Italy for the first time or…

8 Interesting Facts about Michelangelo that Might Surprise You

Art & culture, VaticanJuly 8, 2015 By Gina Mussio

You probably know Michelangelo Buonarroti as one of the greatest artists of all time. During his prodigious career he sculpted the Pieta in Rome…

Visiting St. Peter’s Basilica, An Insider’s Guide To Rome’s Most Famous Church

VaticanApril 13, 2015 By Gina Mussio

Feeling overwhelmed by all the options in beautiful Vatican City? We hear you. After you’ve checked out the Vatican Museums (using our handy Vatican Museums guide) it’s…

Raphael's School of Athens is one of the most impressive works in the Vatican Find out what else to see in the Vatican museums!

Visiting the Vatican Museums, A Guide: Part 1

Art & culture, Rome, VaticanMarch 30, 2015 By Gina Mussio

The Vatican Museums house some of the world’s most beautiful and culturally significant art. Few museums in the world have the potential to be…

5 Ways Pope Francis Changed the Vatican and How You Can Visit

Uncategorized, VaticanFebruary 14, 2015 By Gina Mussio

Pope Francis has brought sweeping change to the Catholic Church in his first two years of office. The first pope from the Americas, first…

The view from the top of the dome of St. Peter's Basilica (now you know how big it is!)

What is Canonization? Popes John Paul II & John XXIII

VaticanMarch 18, 2014 By Elena Ciprietti

The Vatican, along with the rest of the world, celebrates each time a saint is canonized, attracting huge crowds to St. Peter’s Square for…

1 Walks of Italy The Biggest Mistake People Make When Planning A Trip to Italy (And How To Avoid It)
Hi Megan, If you're a food-lover, you could hardly have chosen two better cities! Bologna is known as The Fat One, for the delicious food created and celebrated there, and…
2 Walks of Italy How to Travel Umbria by Train and Bus
Hi Jane, You're right, that link is no longer available. Perhaps this map might help you a bit. When it comes to day trips, you'll likely get the best, most…
3 Walks of Italy The Biggest Mistake People Make When Planning A Trip to Italy (And How To Avoid It)
Hi Floyd, We suggest you start south and work your way up, to minimize transit time. Another good option is to base yourself in a major city and take day…