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Rome: Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel St Peters Basilica Tour

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Discover the richest artistic heritage in the world of the Vatican Museums the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica spiritual center of Catholicism with professional guides and skip-the-line ticket

  • Free cancellation
    This activity is non-refundable.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Live guiding
    English, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    3 hours
  • Includes
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilic from a dedicate entrance
    • Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums
    • Guided Tour of the Sistine Chapel
    • Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica
    • Headsets to hear clear the guide that speak
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Access to the Dome
    • Gratuities
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Skip the line to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica
  • Enjoy our professional guide for a enriching experience of art and history
  • Admire the beauty of Michelangelo's frescoes inside the Sistine Chapel
  • See masterpieces of the Renaissance and the Catholic Church's treasures
  • Be inspired by the spectacular construction of St. Peter's Basilica dome

Description

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Due to the passing of Pope Francis and the upcoming Conclave:

-The Sistine Chapel will be closed to all visitors starting April 28, 2025, until further notice. Your ticket will still provide full access to the Vatican Museums.

-Starting April 22, 2025, St. Peter’s Basilica will be closed to group visits, if the Basilica appears available in the booking calendar, it is because access may still be possible; however, please note that sudden closures may occur without prior notice.

-Until further notice, St. Peter’s Basilica will remain open only for individual visitors; group access is temporarily suspended.

Explore Vatican City's iconic landmarks, the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica, on a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets. Journey through art, history, and spirituality and see what makes this place the heart of the Catholic Church and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Meet your guide and make your way to the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of art and history. As you enter the vast complex, be greeted by a stunning array of sculptures, paintings, tapestries, and archaeological artifacts.

The museums house an unparalleled collection, including works by renowned artists such as Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, Caravaggio, and countless others. The galleries are organized thematically, taking you through different epochs of human creativity.

Arrive in the Sistine Chapel, situated within the Vatican Museums, and a crown jewel of Renaissance art. Gaze upward to the iconic ceiling with Michelangelo's breathtaking frescoes. The most famous is the "Creation of Adam," a masterpiece that depicts the moment when God gives life to Adam.

The chapel's walls are adorned with magnificent frescoes by other Renaissance masters, creating an atmosphere of profound spiritual and artistic significance. It is also the site of the papal conclave, where the College of Cardinals gathers to elect a new pope.

Then, enter St. Peter's Basilica, one of the largest and most magnificent churches in the world, designed by some of the greatest architects of the Renaissance, including Michelangelo and Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

Approach the basilica and its stunning facade and towering dome. Inside, find an interior of grandeur and spirituality, with intricate mosaics, sculptures, and altars. The centerpiece is Michelangelo's magnificent "Pieta" sculpture, which depicts the Virgin Mary holding the lifeless body of Jesus.

Conclude your tour after visiting the basilica and understand how these 3 sites stand as a testament to the enduring influence of the Renaissance and continue to inspire and captivate visitors from all walks of life.

Good to know before you go
  • The skip-the-line ticket still includes going through the security check. This process may take up to approximately 30 minutes.
  • For institutional reasons, St. Peter's Basilica may be closed without notice, in which case the tour will only take place in the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Therefore, only a partial refund will be granted.
  • To enter the Vatican Museums and Basilica, shoulders and legs must be covered up to the knees.
  • People with reduced mobility will not be able to participate in the tour.
  • Disabled people who are able to walk independently are entitled to a reduced rate based on the percentage of disability. The disability must be communicated at the time of booking. Reservations at the standard rate cannot be changed to a reduced rate on the day of the tour.
  • Strollers for children are not recommended due to the presence of stairs.
  • The following cannot be brought into the Vatican Museums: Bulky luggage, food or drink, weapons or sharp or dangerous objects.
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Tour in Russian

Tour in Portuguese

Tour in Spanish

Tour in English

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
This activity is non-refundable.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    19-99 years
  • Children
    7-18 years
  • Infants
    0-6 years
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