Is It More Divine To Use Cash Than Plastic?

St. Peter's Basilica

     The Vatican Museum hosts one of the greatest collections of art in the world.  From classic Greek and Roman statues like Apollo Belvedere and Laocoon to Renaissance masterpieces by Raphael and Leonardo da Vinci to the legendary Sistine Chapel by Michelangelo.  If you plan on seeing any of these incredible works of art in the near future, than bring some cash.  This is because the Vatican has stopped taking credit and debit cards, to be more accurate, The Deutsche Bank Italia has pulled it's authorization for taking money digitally.  This decision is based on the fact that The Vatican has not fully complied with European Union safeguards against money laundering.  So where does this leave the unsuspecting tourist?  Well, it means that you are going to need some cash the next time you visit this amazing micro country.  The spectacular museum alone will set you back 14 Euros a person, unless you battle the crowds on the first Sunday of the month, when the museum is free.  Don't forget to bring some extra cash for those cool souvenirs from The Holy Sea.

     So until The Vatican can get their financial house in order, we as tourists need to be prepared and make sure to bring more than enough cash or you might miss out on this amazing museum.

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