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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica Tour

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Join a guided tour of the Vatican with fast-track access. Explore the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.

  • 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, French, German, Italian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    2.5-3 hours
  • Includes
    • Tour guide
    • Headsets
    • Entrance fees
    • Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums
    • Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Sistine Chapel
    • Entry to St. Peter's Basilica (if option selected)
    • Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
    • Bathroom access
    • Recharging station for your devices
    • Transportation
    • Gratuities
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Benefit from fast-track access to some of the Vatican's top attractions on this walking tour
  • Admire the beautiful Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel
  • Feast your eyes on the artwork of old masters like Michelangelo and Raphael
  • Explore the Pio Clementine Museum, Belvedere Courtyard and more
  • Visit Michelangelo's La Pietà at St. Peter's Basilica

Description

Take a tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.
First, visit the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, Raphael Rooms (only on early morning tours), and the Sistine Chapel. Then, be led by an expert guide to some of the major attractions, as well as to some lesser-known spots that other tourists often miss. You will also get to see other galleries of the Vatican corridors. Finally, visit Michelangelo's Pietà at St. Peter's Basilica before concluding your tour at the Sistine Chapel.

Good to know before you go
  • St. Peter's is closed during the following times: Wednesdays: 8 AM - 12 PM, December 24th and 31st. During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the museums
  • The Vatican can get very crowded all year round. April to June and September to October are high-season months
  • Skip-the-line entrance is included only for the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel. For St. Peter's Basilica, you might be asked to wait in a line
  • Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider
  • No refund will be issued for latecomers
  • Individuals with disabilities or special health needs must note it on their booking
Meeting point

Vatican Museums Tour in English without St. Peter's Basilica

Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Group Tour in English

Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Group Tour in French

Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Group Tour in Spanish

Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Group Tour in Italian

Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Group Tour in German

Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Small Group 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.
5. What is the dress code for the Vatican Museums?
There is no dress code for the Vatican Museums. However, visitors are advised to dress respectfully.
6. Can you take photos inside the Vatican Museums?
Yes, you can take photos inside the Vatican Museums.
7. What is the Vatican Museums' address?
The Vatican Museums' address is Viale Vaticano, 00165 Roma, Italy.
8. How do I get to the Vatican Museums by public transport?
The best way to get to the Vatican Museums by public transport is to take the Metro line A to the Ottaviano-San Pietro station. From there, it is a 10-minute walk to the Vatican Museums.
9. What are the most popular attractions in the Vatican Museums?
The most popular attractions in the Vatican Museums are the Sistine Chapel, the Raphael Rooms, and the Vatican Gardens.
10. What is the Sistine Chapel?
The Sistine Chapel is a chapel in the Apostolic Palace, the official residence of the Pope, in Vatican City.
11. Who built the Sistine Chapel?
The Sistine Chapel was built by Pope Sixtus IV between 1477 and 1480.
12. Who painted the Sistine Chapel?
The Sistine Chapel was painted by a number of artists, including Michelangelo, who painted the ceiling.
13. What is the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
The Sistine Chapel ceiling is a painting by Michelangelo. It depicts the Creation of Adam and Eve.
14. What is the Sistine Chapel used for?
The Sistine Chapel is used for the conclave, the meeting of the College of Cardinals to elect a new Pope.
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    18-99 years
  • Children
    6-17 years
  • Infants
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