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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Tour

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Summary

Starts
Rome
Duration
2 Hrs. 30 Min.
Languages
English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Portuguese
Admission
Printed voucher

Description

Experience the wonders of Vatican City on this expertly guided tour through Rome’s iconic Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Skip the long entrance lines and enjoy seamless access as your knowledgeable guide brings centuries of history and art to life with fascinating insights and stories.

Begin your journey inside the Vatican Museums, where you’ll marvel at legendary collections including the ornate Gallery of the Maps, the stunning Gallery of Tapestries, and the lavish Gallery of the Candelabra. Each corridor reveals masterpieces from the Renaissance and beyond, making every moment unforgettable.

Next, step into the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo’s world-famous ceiling frescoes. Stand beneath The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment, and learn how these masterpieces changed the course of art forever. Your guide ensures you don’t miss the most significant details and hidden gems within this sacred space.

If you choose the full tour, enjoy exclusive fast-track entry to St. Peter’s Basilica, bypassing yet another line. Inside, gaze at Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s magnificent Baldachin, and soak in the grandeur of one of the world’s most important churches. The tour concludes outside the Basilica, leaving you perfectly positioned to discover St. Peter’s Square or nearby sights like Castel Sant’Angelo at your leisure.

All essential entry fees are included in your tour, but personal expenses and gratuities are not. With a central meeting point and a well-paced itinerary, this tour is ideal for travelers seeking a stress-free, in-depth Vatican experience. Secure your spot now to ensure you don’t miss out on this unforgettable journey through Rome’s spiritual and artistic heart.

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Included

Free WiFi available at the meeting point
Friendly assistance team at the meeting point
Headsets to clearly hear your guide
Licensed, expert guide
Optional skip-the-line entry to St. Peter’s Basilica (if selected)
Skip-the-line entry to the Sistine Chapel
Skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums

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Options

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour in English
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. The access to the Basilica of Saint Peter is not included
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour in Portuguese
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. The access to the Basilica of Saint Peter is not included
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour in German
Choose this option for a tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip the line entry. The access to the Basilica of Saint Peter is not included
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour in Spanish
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. The access to the Basilica of Saint Peter is not included
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour in Italian
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. The access to the Basilica of Saint Peter is not included
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour in French
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. The access to the Basilica of Saint Peter is not included
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Entry
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Access. This option includes the access for the Basilica
Spanish Tour With St. Peter's Basilica Entry
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Access. This option includes the access for the Basilica
French Tour With St. Peter's Basilica Entry
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Access. This option includes the access for the Basilica
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Basilica Entry & Dome Climb
Choose this option for a skip-the-line guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. This tour includes access to St. Peter's Basilica and the climb to the top of St. Peter’s Dome, which is self-guided.
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Basilica Entry & Dome Climb
Choose this option for a skip-the-line guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. This tour includes access to St. Peter's Basilica and the climb to the top of St. Peter’s Dome, which is self-guided.
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Basilica Entry & Dome Climb
Choose this option for a skip-the-line guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. This tour includes access to St. Peter's Basilica and the climb to the top of St. Peter’s Dome, which is self-guided.
Japanese Tour With St. Peter's Basilica Entry
Choose this option for a skip the line guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Access. This option includes the access for the Basilica

Good to know

St. Peter’s Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and during certain religious holidays. Tours starting after 2:00 PM do not include access to the Basilica. Entry to the Vatican Museums is strictly timed; late arrivals will not be admitted or refunded. All visitors must bring a valid photo ID for security checks. The Vatican enforces a dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered. Entrance to the Basilica may be restricted without prior notice due to religious ceremonies, especially during the Jubilee Year. Disabled visitors may receive free entry to the Vatican Museums, please inform us when booking so we can assist with arrangements.

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