It’s hard to see, but the crowds were incredible. We had a choice: A long wait to get into the basilica, or a long line for the Vatican museums. We chose the museums.
St. Peter’s Square
We admired Bernini’s masterpiece.
See the columns in the background?
Where did the columns go?
The columns disappear when you step on this stone.
Another shot from the stone.
Inside the museum
After standing in line for two hours, it was nice to take a break.