The dome is open at 7:30 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. in winter and 6 p.m. in the summer. St. Peter's Basilica is free to visit. However, it's recommended you reserve a timed ticket online in advance.

The very first hotel from the group that gave us the Orient Express possesses all the allure Stendahl captures in his Roman promenades.

Pope Francis made a short and unannounced visit Saturday to St. Peter's Basilica to pray before this evening's Easter vigil ...