No stop Wheelchair Accessible Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour
Rome, Italy
3 hours (Approx.)
Offered in: English and 4 more
Overview
The buildings that make up the Vatican Museums are mostly wheelchair-friendly, but there are still some sections that can only be accessed by elevator or stairs. You can ensure you don’t miss out on the highlights of the Vatican on this specially designed tour that takes you along an entirely step-free route with an informative and helpful guide. Plus, you’ll skip the entrance line! Prepare to be wowed by the legendary art of the Sistine Chapel, Pinacoteca Gallery and Chiaramonti Museum on your private tour.
- 3-hour wheelchair accessible Vatican tour with an expert guide
- Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the Vatican’s showstoppers including the Sistine Chapel
- Follow an entirely step-free route, with all wheelchair and walking aid logistics arranged in advance
- Visit the Pinacoteca Gallery and be awed by the portraits of Roman gods and emperors
- Explore the countless sculptures and statues at the Chiaramonti Museum
- Marvel at Michelangelo’s world-famous frescoes in the Sistine Chapel
- Private tour, ensuring a personalized experience
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
What's Included
Professional guide
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Skip the line Entrance Tickets to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
Bathroom access
Recharging station for your devices
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Visit to St Peter's Basilica (no entrance cost for main basilica)
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Meet your guide in Vatican City to begin your wheelchair-friendly tour of the Vatican complex, home to one of the world's greatest art collections. You’ll be provided with a headset, which allows you to hear your guide’s commentary throughout your tour.
With your skip-the-line ticket, head past the entrance line and straight inside to start your exploration in the Pinacoteca Gallery, where you’ll see revered works of art like Raphael’s Transfiguration, Caravaggio’s Deposition from the Cross and Da Vinci’s unfinished St Jermone. Learn from your guide about the history of the gallery, which was created for Pope Pius XI, and the stories behind the paintings.
Next, visit the Chiaramonti Museum to gaze in wonder at the approximate 1,000 statues and sculptures of cherubs, gods and emperors that make up this arched gallery, founded in the early 1800s by Pope Pius VII. Hear about some specific pieces from your guide before continuing to the Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo’s iconic frescoed ceiling and the place where cardinals gather when it's time to elect new popes. Before you enter, your guide will provide a little insight about the chapel and Michelangelo's famed works inside like The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgement (talking isn’t permitted in the chapel). Your tour ends at the Sistine Chapel.
Please note: A valid disability identification card must be presented on the day of your tour. Those without walking disabilities, or those with a disability level of less than 74%, will be required to pay the entrance fee of approximately 23 euros (adult) or 16 euros (child) in addition to the cost of this guided tour. The entrance fee can be paid for in cash at the beginning of the tour.
With your skip-the-line ticket, head past the entrance line and straight inside to start your exploration in the Pinacoteca Gallery, where you’ll see revered works of art like Raphael’s Transfiguration, Caravaggio’s Deposition from the Cross and Da Vinci’s unfinished St Jermone. Learn from your guide about the history of the gallery, which was created for Pope Pius XI, and the stories behind the paintings.
Next, visit the Chiaramonti Museum to gaze in wonder at the approximate 1,000 statues and sculptures of cherubs, gods and emperors that make up this arched gallery, founded in the early 1800s by Pope Pius VII. Hear about some specific pieces from your guide before continuing to the Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo’s iconic frescoed ceiling and the place where cardinals gather when it's time to elect new popes. Before you enter, your guide will provide a little insight about the chapel and Michelangelo's famed works inside like The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgement (talking isn’t permitted in the chapel). Your tour ends at the Sistine Chapel.
Please note: A valid disability identification card must be presented on the day of your tour. Those without walking disabilities, or those with a disability level of less than 74%, will be required to pay the entrance fee of approximately 23 euros (adult) or 16 euros (child) in addition to the cost of this guided tour. The entrance fee can be paid for in cash at the beginning of the tour.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please note: wheelchair is not provided to clients by the local supplier; you can rent it inside Vatican Museums (a valid document must be presented). Alternatively you can bring your own wheelchair.
- Luggage storage NOT available
- Please note, all visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point. Please expect to wait 20-30 minutes to clear security
- A dress code is required to enter the Vatican Museums and knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. This dress code is strictly enforced and you will be refused entry if you fail to comply with requirements
- This tour does not include a visit to St Peter's Basilica. However, you can visit St Peter's Basilica independently when the tour is over. Ask your guide to point you in the right direction
- We cannot predict when individual museums will be crowded. In general, long lines are common at major attractions in summer, on most weekends, and during peak travel periods throughout the year (Christmas, Easter, local holidays). Our skip-the-line tickets enable you to skip the line if there is one. Unfortunately, there is no way to foresee which days and times are most crowded
- Disabled ID Card must be presented on the day of the tour
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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