Skip the Line: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour in Rome

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guide explaining the galleries
Guide
Galleries of the Maps
Explanation of sistine chapel
The last judgement
Nero's Bathtub
Laocoon
Cortile della Pigna
Laocoon
Laocoon
Raphael Rooms
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Group
guide explaining the galleries
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Description

Summary

Starts
Via Vespasiano, 28
Duration
3 Hrs.
Languages
German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, and Spanish
Difficulty
Medium
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Enhance your travel experience with this skip-the-line tour to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. Enjoy Italy's rich historical heritage as you explore these iconic sites. This unique tour offers an unforgettable journey through time, showcasing the splendor of the past.

Travelers who have booked this historical tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,767 reviews. The entire cultural tour lasts around 3 hours.

Spanning only 121 acres (49 hectares) and home to about 825 residents, the Vatican is the world's smallest independent state by size and population. Established as an independent state in 1929, it houses cultural treasures like the Apollo of Belvedere, Laocoon, Nero's bathtub, and the Room of Muses. Enjoy a hassle-free exploration of this sacred location with the tour's skip-the-line feature.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking a memorable adventure, the tour offers the opportunity to experience Vatican Museums (Musei Vaticani) and Sistine Chapel (Cappella Sistina) up close.

Discover the Vatican Museums' Galleries of Maps, Tapestries, Candelabra, and the famous Raphael Rooms. The tour also highlights Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel masterpiece. It showcases the artistic rivalry between Michelangelo and Raphael during the Renaissance. Delve into the Vatican's art collections, once exclusive to popes.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 6 languages: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, and Spanish.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Rome. The exact address is Via Vespasiano, 28, 00192 Roma RM, Italy. The endpoint of the tour is located at 00120, Vatican City.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Make your visit to Italy extraordinary by booking this skip-the-line tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica in Rome. Choose your travel dates and secure your spot today before it's fully booked!

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Included

Free Wifi available at the meeting point
Headsets
Professional guide for 2.5 hours (IF OPTION SELECTED)
Skip the line entry - Sistine Chapel
Skip the line Entry - Vatican Museums
Skip the line-Basilica ENTRY ONLY(if option selected, no for option TICKET ONLY)
Staff available to assist you at the meeting point

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
Vatican City

Map

Attractions

Vatican Museums, Vatican CityVatican Museums

Options

Spanish Tour without Basilica
Non ha accesso alla Basilica
Duration: 2 hours
German tour without Basilica
Non ha accesso alla Basilica
Duration: 2 hours
French Tour without Basilica
Non ha accesso alla Basilica
Duration: 2 hours
Italian tour without Basilica
Non ha accesso alla Basilica
Duration: 2 hours
English Tour Without Basilica
Non ha accesso alla Basilica
Duration: 2 hours
Portoguese without Basilica
Non ha accesso alla Basilica
Duration: 2 hours
VATICAN TICKET (ONLY ENTRANCE)
NO GUIDED TOUR
Italian tour & Basilica Access
accesso alla Basilica S.Pietro
Duration: 3 hours
Spanish tour & Basilica Access
Accesso alla Basilica S.Pietro
Duration: 3 hours
English tour & Basilica Access
Accesso alla Basiica S.Pietro
Duration: 3 hours
French tour & Basilica Access
Accesso alla Basilica S.Pietro
Duration: 3 hours

Good to know

A current valid ID document is mandatory on the day of the tour
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Please note that due to security or ticket availability situations, there might be a slight change in scheduling and when this happens you will be notified.
Please note that during Easter and Christmas time the fast access to the Basilica can't be guaranteed because St. Peter's may be closed due to religious functions
Please note that during the Jubilee year the Basilica of Saint Peter may observe different unexpected closures.
Please note that the Vatican Museums are very strict with entrance times. Latecomers cannot be guaranteed entry, and no refund will be provided if you arrive late or do not attend the tour.
Please note that, for disabled visitors with certified invalidity of more than 74%, the Vatican Museums offers free entry that is extended to a companion for visitors who are not self-sufficient. To benefit from this, make sure you mention it at the time of booking so that our staff may handle your request.
Please note: by purchasing this tour you accept our Terms and Conditions and you are aware that not refund it will be given in case of not attending the tour or if you arrive late for the tour. Please note that in the afternoon the door connecting the Basilica and the Vatican Museum is closed and you are aware that by purchasing this tour you will not have the skip the line passage for St. Peter’s Basilica. You can go to the Basilica on your own entering from the main square.
PLEASE NOTE: We are not responsable if St Peter's Basilica is closed for religious functions or for the decision of the Pope.
Please show up 10 minutes before the tour to do the check in.
Public transportation options are available nearby

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