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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance
Overview
Unlock the Vatican on a 3-hour semi-private tour with priority entry. Follow an expert guide through the Vatican Museums, exploring the Papal collections of art, sculptures, and treasures gathered over centuries.
Be amazed by Raphael’s Rooms and marvel at the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s genius fills every inch of the ceiling and altar wall.
Your guide will end the tour at St. Peter’s Square, dropping you off at the Basilica entrance. From here, you’ll explore St. Peter’s Basilica on your own, taking in Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s magnificent sculptures at your own pace.
Options
Early Morning First Entrance
Afternoon Experience
Afternoon Priority Entrance
Early Morning First Entrance
What's included
Local guide
Professional guide
Professional art historian guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Headsets to hear the guide clearly for groups of 7+
Gratuities
What to expect
Vatican Museums
2h 30m · Admission ticket included
Journey through the Vatican Museums' vast and treasured collection. Encounter breathtaking ancient sculptures, the School of Athens and other immersive frescoes in the Raphael Rooms, the eye-wateringly beautiful Flemish artworks of the Gallery of Tapestries, and the incredibly lifelike statues of the Gallery of the Candelabra. That, and so much more, all in the company of an expert, licensed guide.
Sistine Chapel
30m · Admission ticket included
Come face-to-face with Michelangelo’s breathtaking masterpieces and admire the extraordinary beauty of the Sistine Chapel.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
This meeting point applies only to the Afternoon Option (14.15 starting time)
Meeting point
Outside the entrance of the Vatican Museums.
End point
The tour will end in Saint Peter's square
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk being refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Please note that the Papal Audience (held on Wednesdays) may result in the closure of the Basilica. There is no way of knowing where the Pope will choose to hold his audience, but should the Basilica be closed, we will spend more time in the Vatican Museums.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
