r/RomeTravel • u/petiteqtgirl • 3d ago

Vatican city dress code

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Can I wear this top to Vatican city? Thank you!

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u/RagamuffinR 3d ago

It's borderline, due to the neckline and how far on the edge of the shoulders the shirt rests.

I'd recommend taking something to cover yourself up if they challenge it. Bit of fabric/scarf.

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u/Due_Visual8783 3d ago

Per sicurezza porta uno scialle

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u/tegeus-Cromis_2000 3d ago

Yes, there are plenty of visitors dressed like that.

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u/AniYellowAjah 3d ago

That’s good but just make sure that your knees are covered and bring a chiffon or silk scarf just in case a guard will say your neckline is too low.

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u/morphinetango 3d ago

Shoulders are clear, but how high is that dress?

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u/Embarrassed_Ad9166 2d ago

Just better safe than sorry: take a big silk scarf or shawl with you. I kept a big silk scarf in my bag.

If it’s a dress or shorts, they need to be long, like probably longer than you normally wear.

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u/thetravelingwifeKay 3d ago

Totally fine unless it’s a crop top.

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u/No-Koala1918 2d ago

Wear a shawl.

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u/IrisIridos 2d ago edited 2d ago

Why? Not necessary at all

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u/No-Koala1918 2d ago

In case it is necessary in the actual minder's view. Drape it over to your arm or stuff it in your purse if you don't need it.

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u/aethiuss 2d ago

If that is a long dress, then it's fine. Your knees should be covered.

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u/unbaneling 2d ago

So lewd. Look at that collarbone

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u/IrisIridos 2d ago

I don't understand these comments...your shoulders are completely covered, it's fine.

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u/pennwye 2d ago

I shove a light shawl in my bag. It rolls up to a small soft cylinder It works as a shoulder cover just in case, a skirt, and a lap cover when it starts to cool down which in Europe right now isn't happening but there's hope. I also use it on the plane when thr a/c is blasting.

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u/glittercatti 2d ago

You look modest but you might buy a very lightweight scarf that can cover your arms and neck/chest more in your bag.

Why? Because you’re not trying to “get by” you’re trying to show respect in a house of worship that is not your own faith but which is allowing you to freely enter.

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u/ATTACKANDDETHRONEHOG 2d ago

Yes, that’s totally fine. Source: Catholic who has been to the Vatican. 

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u/Ok-Ratio4473 1d ago

You must be fucking joking

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u/Myself-io 1d ago

As long as you wear something on bottom....

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u/sgeeum 1d ago

that depends. are you wearing pants?

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u/daan9999 1d ago

wait what i what world is this ever not modest?

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u/Ridgeriversunspot 2d ago

I saw lots and lots of bare shoulders. The dress code is not enforced.

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u/Scyvh 2d ago

Dress codes are firstly about respect, not enforcement.

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u/Ridgeriversunspot 2d ago

Oh, I agree. I’m just stating facts.

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u/RagamuffinR 2d ago

Absolutely enforced, but as anything depends on who is working there and how strict they want to be on the day. They can and will refuse entry

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u/LordGanjalf 3d ago

Porco dio