From the beginning of planning our trip to italy i discussed with students the importance of obeying the vatican s dress code we all dressed appropriately for our visit.
Can i wear sandals to the vatican.
What to wear to the vatican.
It can be a little scary to stand in a long line if you are not sure if they are even going to let you in.
Jacket dress bracelet blouse bag sandals pants scarf necklace.
The general idea is to wear a breezy long dress or trousers for knee coverage and pair with a light removable layer such as a denim jacket or cardigan you can wear to cover your shoulders once inside.
Pick a lighter cotton like these for summer months when the museums are hot and crowded.
Bring a scarf or a pashmina with you.
Deciding what to wear to the vatican can be simple and easy once you know what your restrictions are.
However i would warn you they are very strict about other items of clothing.
I know that the vatican and italian churches frown upon shorts and sleeveless shirts or blouses but i have.
It is not that difficult and can alleviate some hassles at one of the most amazing and beautiful places you will ever visit.
We saw halter tops short shorts etc.
I was shocked to see the inappropriate dress.
Guys can sometimes get by with longer shorts but trousers or jeans are always a better bet.
If you re wearing a hat or a cap you ll have to remove it once you re inside the building.
Vatican travel outfit ideas.
He seems to think you cannot wear sandals or open toed shoes into the vatican or churches.
If you only have strapless or strappy dresses look at adding on a small shawl or cardigan over the shoulders to create that modesty.
32 years ago my husband traveled in italy.
So our tip is just to wear what they ask in the rules for the vatican.
Go for a short sleeve dress that flows past the knees.
Sandals are fine but flip flops are considered too relaxed as footwear to enter the vatican.
Not even a millimetre no tops that show cleavage or.
Basilicas and museums can be chilly even in summer.
No dresses or skirts above the knee.
I was at vatican city this past monday june 11 with a group of teenagers.
Not only it ll be useful if worn around bare.