Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour

4.2 (122 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration2h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Skip the lines and enjoy exclusive access to some of the Vatican's most iconic attractions on this guided tour. Discover the treasures of the Vatican Museums, from masterpieces by Michelangelo and Raphael to the stunning Pio Clementine Museum, Belvedere Courtyard, and more. Your guide will bring art to life as you explore the Pinecone Courtyard, Hall of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and Gallery of Candelabra, sharing insights into the artists and their work.

Finally, visit the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, where you can admire Michelangelo's iconic frescoes and immerse yourself in the history of this world-renowned masterpiece.

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What's included

  • Guided tour with Vatican Licensed Guide
  • Free WIFI at the Meeting Point
  • Skip the Line entrance to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Food and Drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Access to the dome at St. Peter's Basilica

What to expect

  1. 10m
    Meeting point
  2. Vatican Museums
    2h · Admission ticket included
    They display works from the immense collection amassed by the Catholic Church and the papacy throughout the centuries: Vatican museums has more than 20,000 artifacts in display, from the glories of ancient Greece and Egypt to Middle ages Renaissance works. Admire pine cone courtyard, Egypt and Etruscan collections, glorious tapestries, Gallery of Maps, painted ceilings and large scale frescoes by Raphael.
  3. Sistine Chapel
    10m · Admission ticket included
    The most visited chapel in the world, seat of the conclave and a fascinating place to admire Michelangelo's frescoes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Touristation Office, just opposite the Vatican Museums' Entrance

End point

Touristation Office, just opposite the Vatican Museums' Entrance

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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 refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Pregnant women, families with strollers, and visitors on crutches or wheelchairs have priority entrance to the Vatican Museums
  • Big bags and suitcases are not allowed in the sites
  • Please note that the Museums' hours and closures may be changed due to special events at the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel.
  • The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, due to unforeseen circumstances. The closure of any museum section does not entitle visitors to any refund.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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