Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica Group Tour
Rome, Italy
3 hours (Approx.)
Offered in: English and 3 more
Overview
One of our bestselling Rome tours, this Vatican Museums tour skips the regular line and goes straight to
Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel. Led by a professional English-speaking guide, see the best galleries and
tour St. Peter's Basilica.
Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel. Led by a professional English-speaking guide, see the best galleries and
tour St. Peter's Basilica.
What's Included
Access to the Vatican Museums Access to the Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Tours with headset
Gratuities Hotel pick-up and drop off St. Peter's Dome ticket
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
VIP No Wait Access allows you to save from 3 to 4 hours during peak season, giving you more time to explore the Museums with your guide. Head to the Vatican Museums and let your guide bring the works of art to life at the Pinecone Courtyard, the Hall of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Candelabra. You'll learn about the figures responsible for these works and their history along the way
Duration: 1 hour 35 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
The Sistine Chapel with its ceiling decorated by Michelangelo and the Stanze della Segnatura decorated by Raphael are on the visitor route through the Vatican Museums. In 2013, they were visited by 5.5 million people, which combined makes it the 5th most visited art museum in the world.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
After the Sistine Chapel, enjoy No Wait Access yet again, exiting through a special door that leads straight into St. Peter’s Basilica, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the holiest place in Christendom. See the incredible altar and marvel at Michelangelo’s beautiful sculpture, La Pietà, before heading outside to St. Peter’s Square.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
The tour finishes in St. Peter’s Square, where you can admire Bernini’s clever optical illusion, spot the balcony from which the Pope delivers his public addresses, and take photos of the imposing exterior of the basilica.
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 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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