Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica

Rome, Italy

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icon3 hours  (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English
Overview

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Skip the line at one of Rome’s busiest attractions on this small-group tour to the Vatican. Breeze past the hours-long queue on your way to Vatican sights including the Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica, all enhanced by commentary from your guide. This tour saves you hours and provides tons of information—a combination that can’t be beat.
  • Skip-the-line Vatican tour with the Sistine Chapel
  • Learn about Vatican history and sights from your guide
  • Small-group tour limited to 10 people for a personalized experience
  • Great choice for first-time visitors

Professional guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Gratuities

Departure Point

Viale Vaticano, Roma RM, Italy

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
Itinerary
Stop At:  
Vatican Museums
Your tour starts near the entrance to the Vatican Museums where, an hour before the official opening time you will meet with your very knowledgeable tour guide. You will make immediately for the Sistine Chapel via the deserted Vatican Museum hallways. Your guide will tell you about Michelangelo’s amazing ceiling frescoes and other masterpieces so that you get to really appreciate this wonderful chapel. After spending time in the chapel you return to the Vatican Museums to see some of the highlights of the museums marvellous art collection. There will be stops at the Pinecone Courtyard and Octagonal Courtyard where you will learn something about the antique statues that are displayed there; the mysterious composition the mysterious composition of the Greek Statues of Laocoon, the Apollo Belvedere and the impressive Belvedere Torso.
Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Included
Stop At:  
Sistine Chapel
Your tour starts near the entrance to the Vatican Museums where, an hour before the official opening time you will meet with your very knowledgeable tour guide. You will make immediately for the Sistine Chapel via the deserted Vatican Museum hallways. Your guide will tell you about Michelangelo’s amazing ceiling frescoes and other masterpieces so that you get to really appreciate this wonderful chapel. After spending time in the chapel you return to the Vatican Museums to see some of the highlights of the museums marvellous art collection. There will be stops at the Pinecone Courtyard and Octagonal Courtyard where you will learn something about the antique statues that are displayed there; the mysterious composition the mysterious composition of the Greek Statues of Laocoon, the Apollo Belvedere and the impressive Belvedere Torso.
Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Included
Stop At:  
St. Peter's Basilica
Your tour starts near the entrance to the Vatican Museums where, an hour before the official opening time you will meet with your very knowledgeable tour guide. You will make immediately for the Sistine Chapel via the deserted Vatican Museum hallways. Your guide will tell you about Michelangelo’s amazing ceiling frescoes and other masterpieces so that you get to really appreciate this wonderful chapel. After spending time in the chapel you return to the Vatican Museums to see some of the highlights of the museums marvellous art collection. There will be stops at the Pinecone Courtyard and Octagonal Courtyard where you will learn something about the antique statues that are displayed there; the mysterious composition the mysterious composition of the Greek Statues of Laocoon, the Apollo Belvedere and the impressive Belvedere Torso.
Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Included
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Dress code is formal
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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