What are the nearest attractions to Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) ?

Attractions near Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) : St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro) St. Peter's Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro) Sistine Chapel (Cappella Sistina)

What else should I know about attractions in Rome?

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Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) , Rome - All You Need To Know BEFORE You Go

The Basics

The Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano)—one of 13 obelisks in Rome, and the only one said to have never been toppled—is best visited with a guide on a tour that touches on multiple Vatican highlights, including St. Peter's Basilica, Michelangelo’s dome, and Vatican Museums. These sites' vast collection of art is best appreciated on a private tour with skip-the-line tickets to avoid long entrance lines. In-depth Vatican tours may also include Vatican Gardens and Vatican Grottoes.

Things to Know Before You Go

The square and its sights are accessible to wheelchair users.
There is no dress code to enter the square, but to enter St. Peter's Basilica, your clothing must cover your shoulders and knees.
Wear a hat and sunscreen and bring water if visiting in summer, as there is little shade in the square and no cafes or bars.
Expect a security check to enter the basilica, but pedestrians entering the square are only screened on days when a papal audience is scheduled.

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Mysteries and Legends of the Obelisk

For centuries, the decorative gilt ball on the top of the obelisk was believed to hold the ashes of Julius Caesar, but when architect Domenico Fontana removed the ancient metal ball to move the obelisk to St. Mark’s Square, he found only dust inside. The claim that a relic from Christ’s cross is set in the metal of the cross topping the obelisk has never been proven true or false and remains an unsolved mystery.

Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano)