St Peter's Basilica
Church
Arguably the most famous church in the world, St Peter’s is the big daddy of all Rome churches. This basilica is an unmissable sight during any visit to Rome, and tourists flock from every country in the world to drink in the spectacular view of the basilica’s humongous cupola. Located in the Vatican City, the smallest independent country in the world, St Peter’s acts as the headquarters of the entire Catholic Church. This church, with its 20,000-person capacity, is one of the two largest in the world. The basilica was designed by celebrated artist Michelangelo, and is one of the most famous examples of Renaissance architecture in existence. Home to the tombs of the popes and the treasury of church ornaments, the basilica’s interior is as magnificent as the outside. Make sure to take time to scale the 551 steps to the top of the cupola to enjoy a breathtaking panorama across the whole city.