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Vatican City: Early Morning Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel

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Discover some of the greatest artworks ever created in the Vatican Museums on an early morning tour with skip-the-line entry on this tour designed for visitors short on time.

  • 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
    3.5 hours
  • Includes
    • All fees and taxes
    • Access to the Vatican Museums
    • Ability to enter St Peter's Basilica on your own accord after the tour has ended
    • Escorted entrance to St. Peter's Basilica*
    • Expert, English-speaking guide
    • Headsets (for groups of 6 or more)
    • Small-group sizes
    • For reservations made less than 72 hours in advance, your tour will end in the Vatican Museums as we cannot guarantee skip-the-line tickets to St Peter's Basilica
    • Transportation to and from the meeting and end point
    • Food and beverages
    • Tips
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Discover the key sites of the Vatican museums on this early morning group tour
  • Learn the remarkable history of the Vatican City from your expert tour guide
  • See the Vatican museums - some unmissable sights
  • Escorted entrance to St. Peter's Basilica for bookings made >72 hours in advance
  • Ability to enter St Peter's Basilica on your own, after the tour has ended

Description

Take a 3.5-hour tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums. This exceptional tour includes visits to the Raphael Rooms, the Vatican Museums, The Hall of Maps, The Belvedere Courtyard and the Cortile della Pigna. As the highlight, you will experience a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel. 

Vatican City is one of the most interesting and beautiful sites in the world. Your expert guide will take you to some of the major attractions and will provide a detailed history of the sites. You will receive a broad understanding of the remarkable history, architecture, and politics of the Vatican.

You will avoid any time wasted waiting, as you enjoy skip-the-line access to all the featured attractions. The morning visit provides a perfect opportunity to absorb the Rennaissance culture and see the world-famous buildings without any stress or hassle. A world of discovery awaits you.

This Vatican tour also includes an escorted entrance to St Peter's Basilica, where you can enter your own accord after the tour has ended.

*** Disclaimer: For reservations made less than 72 hours in advance, your tour will end in the Vatican Museums as we cannot guarantee skip the line tickets into St Peter's Basilica. ***

Good to know before you go
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes
  • The Vatican Museums provide free entrance for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled by presenting the appropriate certification and, if one needs assistance from another person, that person also receives a free entrance. Inform when you are booking if you fit into these requirements
  • Advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that they can try to be accommodated
  • To obtain a student discount, valid student ID must be shown on the day of the tour
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women
  • Large bags, backpacks, tripods and large umbrellas cannot be brought into the museums. Large items will have to be left at the museum coat check and retrieved after your visit.
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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
  • Students (with ID)
    18-24 years
  • Children
    2-17 years
  • Infants
    0-1 years
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