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Skip-the-Line Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

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Explore the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica on a guided tour of the Vatican's highlights with skip-the-line tickets included. Admire the Pio Clementino and Raphael Rooms.

  • 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.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    3 hours
  • Includes
    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums (if selected)
    • Guided tour of the Vatican Museums (if selected)
    • Visit to the Raphael Rooms and Pinecone Courtyard (if selected)
    • Entry to the Sistine Chapel (if selected)
    • Skip-the-line entry through the Scala Regia (Holy Staircase) (if selected)
    • Guided visit to St. Peter's Church
    • English-Speaking Guide
    • Headsets (from 6+ participants)
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Important: The ''Ticket Only (No Guide)'' option covers admission fees only and does not include a guided tour or access to St. Peter's Basilica
    • Important: The ''Evening Express Tour'' Option does not include access to St. Peter's Basilica
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Skip the long ticket lines to the main attractions of the Vatican City
  • Explore the main galleries of the Vatican Museums
  • Admire Michelangelo's beautiful frescoes in the Sistine Chapel
  • Enter & Visit St. Peter's Basilica through the Scala Regia reserved entrance
  • Uncover hidden gems with an expert guide in a small group setting

Description

Explore the history of art at one of the world’s most impressive museums! Skip the long lines with guaranteed entry and dive straight into the Vatican Museums' vast corridors and galleries.

Your expert guide will lead you through the stunning Gallery of the Candelabra, the intricate Gallery of Tapestries, and the breathtaking Gallery of Maps, featuring painted topographical maps of Italy by Dominican friar Ignazio Danti. Discover how Renaissance Italians saw their world, and be captivated by Raphael’s masterpiece, The School of Athens, which perfectly captures the ideals of the Renaissance.

Next, step into the Raphael Rooms, where Raphael’s stunning frescoes depict classical themes and ancient history, showcasing his skill in blending art, philosophy, and storytelling.

Enter the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo's iconic frescoes unfold above you in all their glory. Take in every masterpiece of the Last Judgement in silence and soak in the beauty of this timeless work.

Conclude your tour with a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica through a reserved entrance known as the Scala Regia, (Latin for Royal Staircase). This passageway allows you to skip the long lines often forming to enter St. Peter's Basilica. See masterpieces of art, such as Michelangelo's La Pieta and the magnificent Il Baldacchino altarpiece by Bernini.

Good to know before you go
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women
  • On Wednesdays, we are unable to visit St Peter's Church due to the mass, instead, our guide will make up for this by visiting more sites inside of the Vatican Museums.
  • All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season, the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes
  • This tour is not accessible for wheelchairs, strollers, and baby carriages
  • The Sistine Chapel can be subject to unforeseen closure for religious or political events
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Group Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica

Semi-Private Vatican: Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica

Private Group Vatican: Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica

Private Group Vatican: Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica

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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. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
5. 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
  • Youth
    7-17 years
  • Children
    0-6 years
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