Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour from Rome

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Description

Summary

Starts
Via Tunisi, 4
Duration
3 hours
Languages
English, and Spanish
Difficulty
Medium
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica with an expertly guided Vatican tour. Delve into centuries of art, history, and culture as a knowledgeable guide leads the way. From the captivating paintings of the Sistine Chapel to the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica, this immersive experience offers an unforgettable journey through iconic landmarks.

Previous travelers have given this cultural tour an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 30,906 reviews. The entire activity lasts approximately 3 hours.

Throughout this guided tour, you will get the opportunity to experience Vatican Museums (Musei Vaticani), Sistine Chapel (Cappella Sistina), St. Peter's Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro), and St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro) up close.

During this tour, you’ll explore the Vatican's wonders with an expert guide who vividly narrates the history and artistry within its vast collection. Marvel at captivating Italian maps and sculptures in the Vatican Museums, including the Gallery of Candelabras.

Experience the tranquil Pineyard Courtyard and immerse yourself in the intricate Gallery of the Maps, followed by a visit to the iconic Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo's masterpieces await. You’ll conclude your journey in the symbolic heart of the Catholic Church, St. Peter's Basilica, adorned with architectural brilliance.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Rome. The exact address of departure is Via Tunisi, 4, 00192 Roma RM, Italy. This tour offers skip-the-line access to save time. Choose from various departure times or upgrade to a small-group tour for a more personalized experience. Audio headsets are provided, making this Vatican tour an exceptional exploration of magnificent art and history.

The activity is offered in 2 languages: English and Spanish. The maximum group size for this tour is 15 people. Check the "Included" and "Good to know" sections below for more details. The cancellation policy for this cultural tour is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Included

Access to the Sistine Chapel
Reserved Priority Access to the Vatican Museums
Group of 20 people or less
Guided visit of St. Peter’s Basilica (except: Vatican Museums only / Evening / Wed morning options)
Audio headsets so you can always hear your guide

Map

Attractions

Vatican Museums, Vatican CityVatican Museums
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica

Options

Vatican Group - Spanish
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica tour with Spanish-speaking guide & small group of 20 people or less.
Vatican Semi Private - English
Experience the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica with an intimate group of up to 10 participants.
Vatican Group - English
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica tour with English-speaking guide & small group of 20 people or less.
Vatican Group - Italian
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica tour with Italian-speaking guide & small group of 20 people or less.
Vatican Group - Spanish
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica tour with Spanish-speaking guide & small group of 20 people or less.
Vatican Semi Private - English
Experience the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica with an intimate group of up to 10 participants.
Vatican Group - English
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica tour with English-speaking guide & small group of 20 people or less.
Vatican Group - Italian
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica tour with Italian-speaking guide & small group of 20 people or less.
Vatican Evening Tour
Skip-the-Line Access: Enjoy a Skip-the-Line access to both the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel to maximize your time inside.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Early Evening Departure: This early evening tour finishes at a perfect time for dinner.
Ends at Sistine Chapel: This option ends at Sistine Chapel. Please note St. Peter's Basilica is not accessible in the evening tour
Vatican Special Evening Group: Escape the crowds and visit the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel at sunset on this small-group tour of max. 22 participants.
Vatican Museums only
2 hours highlights tour of the Vatican Museums (does not include St. Peter's Basilica).This tour ends at the Sistine Chapel.
Duration: 2 hours
Vatican Private - English
Tailor your Vatican experience to perfectly suit your needs on this private tour, with an expert, English-speaking guide

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
Avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour
At times, despite our priority access tickets, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues
St Peter’s Basilica is subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we're happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums. While we endeavour to tell tour groups ahead of time if there are any planned disruptions to the Basilica's opening hours, this is not always possible and in these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts.
On Wednesdays, due to the Papal Audiences, access to St Peter's Basilica is not possible until 1pm
St Peter's Basilica is not accessible on the evening tours

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