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Semi-Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

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Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's early morning guided tour. See the Vatican's masterpieces alongside your expert guide, in a group of max 10 people!

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • 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
  • Duration
    3 hours
  • Includes
    • Skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums
    • Guided visit of the Pio-Clementino Museum, Gallery of the Candelabra, Tapestries, and Maps
    • Raphael Rooms and School of Athens
    • Marvel at the beauty of the Sistine Chapel
    • Skip-the-line entry through the Scala Regia (Holy Staircase)
    • Guided visit to St. Peter's Church
    • A professional, English-speaking guide
    • Maximum group size of 10
    • Headsets from +6 participants
    • Hotel pick-up & drop off
    • Tips (optional)
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Skip the lines and enjoy fast-track entry to the Vatican Museums
  • Explore the Vatican's treasure trove of artworks on a guided tour
  • Marvel at Michelangelo's fresco "The Creation of Adam" in the Sistine Chapel
  • Skip-the-line Entry through the Scala Regia & Visit the St. Peter's Church
  • Semi-Private Group Setting of Maximum 10!

Description

Get ready to beat the crowds with a skip-the-line guided tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel! Enjoying direct entry bypassing the ticketing line and prepare to be blown away by the incredible artworks of Michelangelo and Raphael as you discover the Vatican Museums. Your expert guide will walk you through the mind-blowing galleries, including the Pio-Clementino Museum, Gallery of the Candelabra, Tapestries, and Maps.

This early morning tour truly experiences the stories and artistry behind the 20,000 masterpieces on display across four incredible miles of art, sculptures, tapestries, paintings, and architectural wonders.

Next, immerse yourself in Michelangelo's legendary Sistine Chapel, where his breath-taking frescoes, like The Creation of Adam and the Last Judgement, come to live in front of your eyes. Although guides are not allowed to speak inside of the Chapel, our guide will give you a briefing on all the ins and outs before entering this magical place.

Lastly, enjoy privileged access through the Scala Regia (Holy Staircase) to St. Peter's Basilica, bypassing the long lines that often form in St. Peter's Square. Immerse yourself in the rich history of one of the world’s most prestigious churches as you explore its highlights with an expert guide. From Michelangelo's breath taking Pietà to the dome towering over Bernini’s grand Baldacchino, each masterpiece tells a story that brings this iconic site to life.

Good to know before you go
  • Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
  • On Wednesdays, we are unable to visit St Peter's Church due to the mass, instead, our guide will make up for this by visiting more sites inside of the Vatican Museums.
  • DRESS CODE: Entrance into any religious site requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. The company will not be held responsible for refused entry due to unsuitable dress.
  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.
  • Large bags, backpacks, luggage, tripods, and glass bottles cannot be brought inside. therefore, we encourage you to leave such items and anything similar at your accommodation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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
    18-99 years
  • Youth
    7-17 years
  • Children
    0-6 years
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