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Rome: Vatican Museum Tour and Colosseum Experience

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Discover the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica with a knowledgeable local guide. Then enjoy guaranteed time entry at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill for your independent visit.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a 75% 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
    7 hours
  • Includes
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
    • Skip-the-line tickets to St. Peter’s Basilica
    • Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica guided tour
    • Guaranteed time entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill (18€)
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Transport between the Vatican and the Colosseum
    • Guided tour of the Colosseum
    • Gratuities
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Take in four Rome venues by booking this incredible combo
  • Stand just feet away from Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel
  • Visit the “Vatacombs,” the eerie resting place of former popes beneath St. Peter
  • Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill at your own pace

Description

Embark on a breathtaking journey through the Vatican Museums with an expert English speaking guide. Skip the lines and dive straight into one of the world’s most important art collections and experience history and art at the very highest level. Your guide will lead you through the highlights, including the Rooms of Raphael, the ancient treasures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the mesmerizing Gallery of Maps while setting the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime experience of the ultimate masterpiece: the Sistine Chapel.

Our tour handpicks the crème de la crème of this vast collection, from ancient Greek and Roman marvels to the pinnacle of the High Renaissance. You’ll spend considerable time in the Rooms of Raphael and the magnificent Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s genius comes to life. Your guide will unravel the myths, facts, and Hollywood interpretations of these iconic works.

Enjoy fast-track access to St. Peter’s Basilica, home to the unparalleled creations of Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini. Descend to the sacred papal crypts before concluding your Vatican adventure with a stroll through Bernini’s grandiose St. Peter’s Square, under the watchful eye of the Swiss Guard.

After a well-deserved break and a quick snack, it’s time to travel back in time to ancient Rome. Make your way independently to the Colosseum. Here you’ll have the opportunity to visit the whole archeological park by yourself. Take your time, explore and snap all the pictures you want!
Continue on the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Wander through the ruins of what was once the bustling center of ancient Rome, and ascend to Palatine Hill, where Rome’s legendary founding twins, Romulus and Remus, were said to be nurtured by a she-wolf. Immerse yourself in the rich history of emperors, gods, and the rise and fall of one of history’s greatest empires.
Capture every moment of this epic day in Rome with plenty of photos, this experience is sure to provide memories that will last a lifetime.

Good to know before you go
  • Vatican dress code requires that knees and shoulders must be covered.
  • All visitors to the Vatican must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes.
  • Due to the route covered and/or transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges.
  • Due to events and ceremonies associated with the 2025 Jubilee, access to St. Peter's Basilica might be restricted. Such closures are beyond our control.
  • Please note that essential travel documents and final itinerary details might be delivered electronically closer to the activity date.
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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 75% 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
  • Children
    7-17 years
  • Infants
    0-6 years
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