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Rome: Vatican & St Peter's Basilica: Unlock the Wonders

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Visit the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica on an insightful guided tour. Enjoy a seamless entry and immerse yourself in iconic masterpieces by Michelangelo.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
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  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Live guiding
    English, Russian (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    3 hours
  • Includes
    • This tour includes timed entry to ensure a smooth and organized visit of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica
    • Guided tour led by a licensed, expert guide
    • Headsets for clear and comfortable listening throughout the tour
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Access to Raphael’s Rooms
    • Gratuities for the guide (optional)
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the Italian art world of the Renaissance at the Vatican
  • Witness breathtaking masterpieces by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel
  • Explore the Vatican's Gallery of Maps, the world's largest geographical museum
  • Visit the Pio-Clementino Museum, with a rich collection of ancient art
  • See Michelangelo’s Pietà, one of the most beautiful sculptures in the history

Description

Discover the awe-inspiring Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica on this expertly guided tour. Bypass general admission lines with pre-reserved access and enjoy a thoughtfully paced visit led by a knowledgeable local guide.

Begin your journey in the elegant Belvedere Courtyard (also known as the Pinecone Courtyard), home to a monumental bronze sculpture dating from the 1st or 2nd century A.D. Admire the celebrated statue of Laocoon and His Sons, one of the most iconic sculptures in classical art.

Continue through the Gallery of Maps, the world’s largest geographical museum, showcasing breathtaking cartographic frescoes. Then, step inside the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo's legendary frescoes—the Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment—adorn the ceiling and altar wall. Along the sides, take in detailed fresco cycles depicting the lives of Moses and Christ.

Your tour concludes inside the grand St. Peter’s Basilica. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about the Vatican State, explain how popes are elected during the conclave, and reveal the meaning behind the name of the head of the Catholic Church.

Good to know before you go
  • St. Peter's Basilica is a functional and primary place of worship in the Vatican. The Vatican may close it without notifying their official tourist agencies if there are last-minute guests or special ceremonies. In the event that the basilica is inaccessible, the guide will tell you about Basilica from the outside and will advise you on the best way to visit on your own.
  • The Dome of St. Peter’s Basilica is not included in the tour but if you decide to visit it on your own you can do that after the tour. It is open usually from 7.30am to 5.00pm, tickets on site will be €10 per person.
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Vatican Tour in Russian

Vatican Tour in English

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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
  • Children
    6-17 years
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