Another way to Vatican from Termini (Besides Bus #64)

Taxis are inexpensive in Rome, and they take you right to the door very quickly.

Metro, but it's a little bit of a walk from the Vatican stop to St. Peters or the Museum. If you're in decent shape you'll be fine, but if you have mobility issues do consider a taxi. Should be something like 10 to 15 euros.

I agree with Joyce Ann. Taxis are cheap and save vacation time and energy.

Take the metro for 1 euro each. Get off at the Ottaviano stop. The entrance to the museums is about a 5 minute walk from the metro station. Donna

Bus 64 is overrated. It is not interesting at all. We have been on 64 a number of times over the past few years and absolutely nothing happened. I was expecting more excitement, may be a top less distractions so pickpockets could work quicker. Nothing. Only a couple time was it crowded. It is just another bus.

I've used Donna's plan and it works, and it is easy and fast. I also agree with Frank, but I would hop the Metro.

I agree with Frank. If you take the precautions to make yourself as "pickpocket proof" as possible, you have nothing to worry about. When I took Bus 64, it wasn't even half-full anyway.

We never took bus 64 when it was not crowded! But we never had any problems with pick-pockets, either. BUT I would recommend the taxis. Great ride, and the price isn't bad! We never had problems with the taxi drivers and they were very helpful and we were generous with our tips because of that. One day we wanted to go to the new MAXXI museum and it was so new the taxi driver did not know where it was (it had only been open a monty). I had the address, he had a map and together we found it.

We take the metro from either Stazione Termini or Repubblica to Ottiviano and remain on guard for pickpockets. If you do not want to deal with the bus, metro, or the pickpockets take a taxi. Two years ago I caught a Peruvian Indian lady trying to pick my pocket on the Roma metro and I physically assaulted her. The only thing she took from me were bruises. This occurred on the other metro line at the Coliseum stop. The reason I mention this is that I saw her on the platform of the metro line coming back from the Vatican the next day. She was scanning the crowd for her next victim. Buon viaggio,

I didn't find bus 64 isn't as bad as everyone makes it out to be. Just beware of your surroundings & keep your hand on your wallet. But being aware should always be the case, and keeping your hand on your wallet should be the case in crowded areas. If you still don't want to take 64, it is walkable. It's a long walk, but not out of the question. I did it many times when studying abroad.

I did a study abroad program in Rome. We always took the Metro from Termini to Ottaviano. It was quicker and more reliable than the buses, and it really is only 5-7 minutes walking.

I did a study abroad program in Rome. We always took the Metro from Termini to Ottaviano. It was quicker and more reliable than the buses, and it really is only 5-7 minutes walking.

I also took 64 and had no problems. However I think that bus 40 follows the same route and according to Steves has less problems.

Another bus option is #40, which ends it's run just off Via delle Conciliazione, about a 5 minute walk from St. Peter's Square.

i'm almost positive we used the hop on hop off bus to get to the vatican. good luck :):)

forgot to mention we were also staying near the termini

We had to take bus #64 on a regular basis (usually twice a day) for an entire month because we stayed near the Vatican and it took us right to where we needed to be. Almost every single time I was on it, it was pretty crowded, as in I rarely got a seat and also as in people were jammed so tight at times you'd never fall over if there was a crash. However, we did not have a single incident. Just as on any bus/metro/public place in general, be aware of your surroundings and take caution to protect your belongings.
I also tried the Ottaviano stop (from Metro A) and walked to the Vatican. There are many stalls with goods when you first come up from the stop and lots of stores so it's definately a nice experience. So do what fits you best, but don't be terrified of 64. It's bark is bigger than it's bite for those who are travel savvy.

Just the metro, taxi or walking!

Brandon, if you are headed to the Vatican Museums, then take the Metro line A towards Battistini and get off at the Cipro Stop - It is actually closer to the entrance of the museum. For pictures and directions, read the article, 20 tips on visiting the Vatican