Vatican Museums
Walk from Ottaviano to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
Open walking route ↗
Little Terraceby the Vatican
Neighbourhood guide
Experience Prati
like a Roman.
An elegant, lived-in district close to the Vatican, with markets, everyday services and memorable walks. Explore on foot or use Metro A.
St Peter’s and Borgo
Continue towards St Peter’s Square, the Basilica and historic Borgo.
Open walking route ↗Castel Sant’Angelo
Cross Prati towards the Tiber, the castle and Ponte Sant’Angelo.
Open walking route ↗Piazza Navona and Pantheon
Continue across the river into Rome’s Baroque centre.
Open walking route ↗Useful Prati
Everything you need,
close to home.
Getting around
Ottaviano Metro A connects the area with Termini, the Spanish Steps and Barberini.
Food shopping
Explore local supermarkets and the traditional Mercato Trionfale on Via Andrea Doria.
Eating nearby
Prati has cafés, bakeries, gelaterias, trattorias and restaurants. Check opening days before visiting.
Local tip
Visit the Vatican early, then return through the quieter streets of Prati and along the Tiber.