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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Square Tour

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About the activity

Discover the Vatican Museums’ treasures on this skip-the-line tour, marvel at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, and learn about St. Peter’s Basilica from the outside.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours before your activity with only a € 45 admin fee.
  • 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, French, German, Italian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    3 hours
  • Includes
    • Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
    • Skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Vatican Museums
    • Entry to the Sistine Chapel
    • Entrance fees
    • Headsets if needed
    • Access to St. Peter's Basilica
    • Transportation
    • Tips
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Avoid the long lines at the Vatican Museums with skip-the-line tickets
  • Explore the Vatican's treasure trove of artworks on a guided tour
  • Learn the history of world-famous masterpieces with your guide
  • Marvel at Michelangelo's fresco "The Creation of Adam" in the Sistine Chapel
  • Admire the spectacular architecture of St. Peter's Basilica

Description

Follow your guide to discover the full story behind famous works of art along the Vatican's museum path. Marvel at the incomparable collection of the Catholic Church, with sculptures, frescoes, and ornate churches dating back to the Renaissance.
Admire the masterpieces of Michelangelo and learn about the incredible dedication it took to complete the Sistine Chapel.

At the end of the tour, enjoy an explanation of St. Peter's Basilica from the outside, where you’ll uncover its fascinating history and striking architecture before concluding your Vatican experience.

Good to know before you go
  • The access to St.Peter's Basilica is not included. The guide will explain it just by the outside in St.Peter's Square.
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration, and access routes may change. Please check your messages for updates before your visit.
  • Due to possible changes made by the Vatican State, the tour route could undergo modifications or changes
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered. You will be denied entry if you do not comply with the rules
  • All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes
  • The opening hours are subject to change due to special events at the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter's Basilica
  • Bags and suitcases larger than 40x35x15 cm, tripods, large umbrellas, and potentially dangerous objects must be left in the cloakroom. The cloakroom is a 20-minute walk from the end of the tour
  • No refund will be issued for latecomers
Meeting point

Vatican City: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Entry Ticket

Small Tour in English

Small Tour in Italian

Tour in Spanish

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours before your activity with only a € 45 admin fee.
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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