Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica guided tour

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Starts
Rome
Duration
2 Hrs. 30 Min.
Languages
English, Italian, and Spanish
Admission
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Description

Step into the heart of Vatican City on a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Explore Rome’s most celebrated treasures with skip-the-line access, ensuring you spend more time admiring masterpieces and less time waiting.

Your certified Vatican guide will lead you through a captivating journey across seven renowned museums, including the Hall of the Muses, Pio-Clementine Museum, Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, Raphael Rooms, and the iconic Courtyard of the Pinecone. Listen to fascinating stories and insights that bring the art and history to life.

Marvel at the awe-inspiring frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, where you’ll discover Michelangelo’s legendary ceiling and The Last Judgement, as well as works by Botticelli, Perugino, and other Renaissance masters. Your guide will provide detailed explanations before you enter, allowing you to fully appreciate the chapel’s beauty in respectful silence.

The experience continues with direct access from the Sistine Chapel into St. Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll uncover the rich history and grandeur of one of the world’s most important churches. Headsets are provided so you can hear your guide clearly throughout the tour.

As a bonus, enjoy exclusive discounts at select nearby shops and cafes after your tour. With small group sizes and tours available in English, Italian, or Spanish, this 2.5-hour experience is perfect for anyone seeking to uncover the wonders of Vatican City. Secure your spot now and make your visit to Rome truly unforgettable.

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Included

Vatican Museum Skip the line entrance
Headsets to hear the tour guide clearly
Direct access to the St. Peter's Basilica from the doorway in the Sistine Chapel
Guided tour also inside the St. Peter's Basilica
20% discount on merchandising at the Capriotti shop on the ground floor of the Saints Tour agency (minimum spend of €10)
10% discount on books at the Capriotti shop on the ground floor of the Saints Tour agency (minimum spend of €10)
10% discount on food and drinks at Sanpietrino Caffè - Via della Conciliazione no. 45
10% discount at Gelotti ice-cream shop in Via delle Fornaci 16/a and 16/b, 50 meters away from St. Peter's Square

Destinations

Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome

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Attractions

Sistine ChapelSistine Chapel
Photo of Towers of Serranos in Valencia . Spain.Torres dels Serrans
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica

Options

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica English tour
Complete guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica in English.
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Spanish tour
Complete guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica in Spanish.
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Italian tour
Complete guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica in Italian.

Good to know

- All visitors must pass through airport-style security - The direct passage from the Sistine Chapel to St. Peter's Basilica is normally open, but the Vatican is a separate state and could decide to close the passage as well as the Basilica without any prior notice. On such occasions, the Raphael Rooms will be offered as an alternative. - Student are considered from 19 years old to 25 years old with a valid student card. Special closures of the Sistine Chapel - On Saturday, 3 January 2026, the Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public from 2 p.m., with the last admission of visitors at 1 p.m. - On Friday, 9 January 2026, the Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public from 2 p.m., with the last admission of visitors at 1 p.m. - On Saturday, 10 January 2026, the Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public from 1 p.m., with the last admission of visitors at 12 noon. Please note that the Vatican Museums will remain open to the public as usual on these days

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