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Private Guided Tour to Sistine Chapel and St.Peter’s Dome with Skip-the-Line
Rome, Italy
4 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Climb the 281 steps to the highest point of the Dome. At the top, your guide will point out notable points of interest from one of the best views of the entire city of Rome.
Skip the long lines and get your tour started right away. Visit to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, the Dome of St. Peter's Basilica, St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter's Square with a professional art historian guide.
Skip the long lines and get your tour started right away. Visit to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, the Dome of St. Peter's Basilica, St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter's Square with a professional art historian guide.
What's Included
Local taxes
Professional art historian guide
Local guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Private tour
Private transportation
Gratuities
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
Skip the long lines and get your tour started right away. Meet your guide outside the Vatican Museums and go straight to the luxurious exhibitions and rooms such as the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Pinecone Courtyard. Highlights of the vast collection on display at the Vatican Museums include the stunning works of Raphael and Michelangelo that were collected by various Popes throughout the centuries.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Included
Next, you’ll enter the glorious Sistine Chapel and behold Michelangelo's famous frescoes "The Last Judgment," and "The Creation of Adam."
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Included
Next, you will see the Dome of St. Peter's Basilica from an up close perspective. A lift ride will take you to the main level inside the vault, offering a fantastic view of the staggering mosaics and embellishments. From this view you really can admire the artisans’ effort and technique used for such intricate work.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Included
When you return to ground level, explore St. Peter’s Basilica, see Michelangelo's Pietà, the only piece of work the famous sculptor ever signed. Learn how Michelangelo triumphed over his peers for the distinct honor to paint St. Peter’s heavenly arch.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Enter the underground ecclesiastical tomb, where throughout the centuries, a significant number of Popes have been buried, and investigate the various houses of prayer, and shrouded graves.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If the Dome is closed due to poor weather, you will be given the option for an alternative path inside the Museums, but no refunds if one of the areas is closed will be given.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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