Visiting the Vatican Museum and St. Peter's Basilica in 2021 - No lines, no waiting!
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2 жыл бұрынToday we head over to the Vatican Museum and St. Peter's Basilica, which is conveniently located on the entirely opposite side of Rome during the hottest day this year! :) First, we had to ward off a bit of gnarly jet lag, but the effort was definitely worth it. Also, we've been spending way too much money since we got to Italy, so we had to find a few ways to ramp that back.
What we're most amazed with is just how few people are around - there are no lines for anything. It's truly an amazing time to go and visit Italy, and see some of these unique places without all of the usual hours and hours of waiting. The Vatican Museum had literally no line, and it's usually at least an hour or two wait. St. Peter's Basilica is usually the place you line up for at 6 AM just to have a chance to get in at all. No line there either. What a time to be in Italy.
UPDATE: As of July 14, 2021, you MUST purchase your Vatican Museum ticket online before going to the museum - you cannot purchase it there.
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@richmondaerials9351 2 жыл бұрын
Keep the videos coming! My wife & I arrive on Sunday, so we really appreciate all the advice & news.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Richmond! We hope you have an awesome trip!
@jorel4477 2 жыл бұрын
This video was ‘subjectively’ perfect. We were in Rome almost exactly two years ago and we did all of these things including the 25-30,000 daily steps. Loved this video. On a side note, we lost 5kgs each over 5 weeks due to the heat and constant walking. Even though we ate pizza, Chocolate, wine and beer constantly. Great content🙏🙏👍👍👏👏
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
haha - we are also suffering from that same problem - we walk literally all day in the sun, but still somehow stay the same weight. maybe we just needed to eat one less pizza per day :) and thank you so much for the kind words, we appreciate it
@JourneywithJenandDrew 2 жыл бұрын
So so cool! Honestly would feel the same way Lisa! You’re so far from home and it’s not just an easy quick trip to get back to your friends and family! But once you get acclimated it gets much easier! Hope y’all have tons of fun 😍 It looks amazing! - Drew
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, exactly this! It’s been a while since we’ve felt like this, waiting to get those sea legs bag. Thank you :)
@fragras 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been to the Vatican Museum three times - the last just a few years ago. It was “pushed along” by the crowds and could barely breathe in there. The Sistine Chapel was like being on a crowded subway train. You are so lucky to be able to enjoy it with so few people there. I am looking forward to all your future videos. Your photography is great! So now, Lisa, you’re prepared for any other church in Italy. Keep that scarf handy!! Buon viaggio!
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Grace! Wow, what a vastly different experience. We feel super lucky that it's not as crowded. Thank you or watching and following along! And yes, I'm carrying that scarf with me in my bag throughout this whole trip! :)
@deborahlozano4334 2 жыл бұрын
Great video's ..so happy to see youre beautiful smile Lisa...so happy you're feeling much better..enjoy and stay safe..✌
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Aw thanks, Deborah!! We are feeling so lucky right now
@Walts-Travel 2 жыл бұрын
You guys make me want to come to Rome sooo bad now. Definitely during the week. Maybe 3- 4 days just to hit the Vatican, St. Peter's and the Coliseum would be epic. Maybe one a day. You guys stay hydrated. Way to go Josh I've been waiting to see those flip flops. 👊😎
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Well, flights are pretty cheap right now. I’m willing to bet that all flights to Europe are going to be crazy expensive in a few weeks. Get on over here :)
@Walts-Travel 2 жыл бұрын
@@LisaAndJosh actually around trip is hovering around a thousand. So I'm looking to buy now and fly maybe in the fall. 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼
@MilesNauticus 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see that you like Italian pizza (without pineapple eh eh eh ...). I also admire your enthusiasm and optimism in every situation. Thumb up for you.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
We love Italian pizza (without the pineapple! 😂) thank you for the encouragement :)
@addapetrescu742 2 жыл бұрын
I miss Rome ! You guys enjoy it !
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Adda! Rome is amazing :)
@jeangatchalian-music8709 2 жыл бұрын
So clean and beauty places here
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's so beautiful here!
@Diana-lo6cx 2 жыл бұрын
Did you climb to the top of the Basilica? The view from the top is so amazing! Thanks for this video! You did a great job!
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
We did not :( that was closed when we went to visit (I think it’s generally open, we just went too late in the day) and thank you!!
@beckyj.odonnell2385 2 жыл бұрын
It costs a few euros to go up but well worth it!
@ORyanMcEntire 2 жыл бұрын
The storytelling in this one is top-notch! While I'm disappointed that you obviously cut out the Vatican Catacombs part of your adventure (I've read Dan Brown, I know what's going on down there!) I really enjoyed Lisa's not-boring fun fact at the end. I've read a fair amount about the Sistine Chapel and didn't know about Grumpy Michelangelo. Just goes to show even the greats can have debilitating imposter syndrome too! That pizza looked like it was worth the 12 miles by itself. Yum!
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Iykyk!!! 😂 good reminder that even michaelangelo had bad days! Turning into 🍕 over here! 😋
@SorgiStories 2 жыл бұрын
Bubblers! The Vatican looks stunning. Can't wait to eventually go there. - Anthony
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Ha yeah - the Vatican was amazing. Bubblers everywhere. What are you up to these days?
@SorgiStories 2 жыл бұрын
@@LisaAndJosh The kid's sleeping as we speak. We're now living in Philly. Trying to find which cheese steak places use authentic Wisconsin cheese.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
@@SorgiStories That sounds like a great video in the making :)
@DeeDeeCreative 2 жыл бұрын
There's no way you're getting me in an elevator that small! 😲 I remember the day I got stuck in an elevator on a cruise ship when the power went out. I literally forced the doors open (it stopped halfway bw floors) and climbed out!! I've been to the Vatican twice and remember being pushed through, nobody had any space to move.
@Sarae89 3 ай бұрын
Great video
@evelyngrammar 2 жыл бұрын
We were there on July 12. And yes, empty. We felt lucky to have the place to ourselves.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
It really feels both weird, and very welcome after previous visits of having thousands of people there all the time
@faylovesfood 2 жыл бұрын
Hello! Love the video. Did you say St Peter’s Basilica is free to enter? How do you access the crypt?
@MicheleMlard 11 ай бұрын
Very beautiful place to b
@lilyth682 2 жыл бұрын
6:42 omg...I never thought about doing in that way 🤨 That's smart
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Ha yeah - pro-tips :)
@ItsHannahGrey Жыл бұрын
Hey Lisa and Josh! Which hotel did you guys stay out in Rome? Love how it's so close to the Colosseum! :)
@LisaAndJosh Жыл бұрын
I think it was this one! goo.gl/maps/YoqR5g9cpueknrGQ8
@stephanie9410 Жыл бұрын
What time of the year did you guys go?
@vulakyr 2 жыл бұрын
you have to wait in the line even though you already bought tickets online?
@jeremyyaple8498 2 жыл бұрын
We are headed that way in 2 days. It would be very helpful if you could share some cost info - how you paid for things from food to tickets. I’m sure that would help grow your channel. As you did a very Kara&Nate coffee moment there, I’m sure you know a large part of there success is that Nate shares everything in regards to costs.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Jeremy, we definitely would like to add more info on costs and budgeting in our trips. Have a great trip!
@jeremyyaple8498 2 жыл бұрын
@@LisaAndJosh Thanks so much! We’ve been in Rome for 2 days now. Been fantastic! More crowds than we thought, but not bad by any means! Most seem local. Looking forward to seeing the week days! Headed to the Cinque Terre Thursday, then Milan, up to Switzerland’s Berner Oberland for 8 days, down through Venice and Florence, finishing back in Rome or Milan for a flight home! 4 weeks!
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
@@jeremyyaple8498 sounds like a great trip!! We are in cinque terre now and it’s wonderful (and warm!) just a tip-if you are buying the cinque terre card, you can skip the ticket lines at the train stations and just buy it online now!
@jeremyyaple8498 2 жыл бұрын
@@LisaAndJosh How are the crowds? Hoping not too bad. Rome is definitely more busy than when you were here a few days ago, but much of European schools just let out. We are staying in Vernazza.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
@@jeremyyaple8498 the crowds and trains seemed busy for a Monday. Definitely later in the afternoon was busier. We were in vernazza in the morning and it was great
@mauroscarponi9440 2 жыл бұрын
When i Was a young student. My school, he was in front of the Coloseum.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
That's an amazing place to learn :)
@mauroscarponi9440 2 жыл бұрын
@@LisaAndJosh She was on Colle Oppio's Hill.
@iamrips2132 22 күн бұрын
Whats the distance between St. Peter's Basilica to the Vatican museum ? Pls advice
@LifeisaPhotoOp 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Can't wait to see Rome! But that person is wrong, pineapple does NOT belong on a pizza!
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! And hahaha it’s such a controversial subject right!?
@josefinahilomen1287 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Lisa and Josh. Where did you stay? We're interested to visit Rome and we wanted to stay in a place close to mist of the attractions. Thank you and more power to your channel !!!
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Josefina! We stayed at the merulana holidays and loved it! They were so welcoming and the stay was sweet and comfortable. It was close to the colosseum, but also was on a beautiful neighborhood like street. we loved it
@josefinahilomen1287 2 жыл бұрын
@@LisaAndJosh thanks so much 😊
@MicheleMlard 11 ай бұрын
@@LisaAndJoshmay I ask the cost of stay there for maybe one or two nites
@MicheleMlard 11 ай бұрын
Does a plane ticket cost thousands from dallas to Rome
@ciscokid4432 2 жыл бұрын
DO YOU GUYS RECOMMEND GETTING A TOUR OR CAN I GET THE SAME EXPERIENCE BY MYSELF! THANK YOU
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
we usually love DIYing it and downloaded a few podcasts to listen to as we went, that went well :)
@MicheleMlard 11 ай бұрын
How much was the train
@adrianvillalobos7948 2 жыл бұрын
What do you need to enter to the Vatican? I'm not Italian so I don't have a green pass. However I have a CDC vaccine card with my last booster ok. Is that accepted to enter to the Vatican?
@ellekhaye_1022 2 жыл бұрын
I’m following hopefully someone can answer
@Walts-Travel 2 жыл бұрын
Alright Alright!!!
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Alright! :)
@irmuunbilig8218 2 жыл бұрын
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@jackmcjelly8858 2 жыл бұрын
The Vatican: "Lisa you're dressed too scandalously" Also the Vatican: "Come enjoy our nude artwork!" Lol hope you guys are enjoying this new adventure! Stay safe and keep up the uploads! :)
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
😂 😂 😂 Thank you so much!!!
@theahmics 2 жыл бұрын
Can you just go to St Peter’s Basilica without tickets like the museums?
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Correct!
@theraddadinvestor1000 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Love the content and helped me decide not to go to the Vatican. You saved me some time and choices, thanks.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! :)
@Soso-ok8jz Жыл бұрын
How much in cash do you recommend for 5 days in Rome.
@MicheleMlard 11 ай бұрын
Good question
@Soso-ok8jz 11 ай бұрын
@@MicheleMlard we made it fine with 350 euros.
@lafurrina 2 жыл бұрын
Rule number 1 for those who want to come and visit Italian cities is to wear a shawl, wear non-necked T-shirts and dress with pants that are not too short. Our best masterpieces of art are kept inside our Churches which, it should be remembered, are places of worship.
@LisaAndJosh 2 жыл бұрын
Helpful to know! And of course want to be respectful. Wish we had know before we got there. But now I have a lovely shawl to take with me as we travel
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This is so kind and generous of you - thank you SO much for even thinking of this. Don't feel like you have to, but if you do want to, we would really appreciate it :) This would be the easiest way - paypal.me/lisaandjoshYT
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@alexismazz2070 2 жыл бұрын
Pineapple pizza should be forbidden in all the world..it's a crime against the humanity
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