Explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with a local expert guide who will share fascinating stories, legends, and historical insights along the way. The tour covers the iconic galleries, including Raphael’s Rooms, the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Pinecone Courtyard, with excellent photo opportunities throughout.

Guests also gain access to St. Peter’s Basilica via the impressive Scala Regia, offering a unique perspective of one of the world’s most famous churches. During the tour, you will learn about the secrets of the Sistine Chapel, the artistic rivalry and friendship between Raphael and Michelangelo, and the traditions of the Papal ceremonies, including the special chimney used for the black and white smoke.

Please note that certain areas may occasionally be closed without notice, and on Wednesday mornings, access via the Scala Regia is restricted due to the Papal Audience. The tour is designed to give a rich historical and artistic experience, providing insight into one of the world’s most visited heritage sites.

Cosa farai

Tour the sites with an official local guide that will share with you all the secrets of these places
Molto più di un tour: la tua guida condividerà con te il suo amore per la storia dell'arte
Risparmia tempo da sfruttare all'interno, grazie all'accesso salta fila
Una guida esperta in storia dell'arte ti coinvolgerà con aneddoti e racconti dettagliati
Evita la fila per il biglietto, entra subito per passare più tempo a contatto con l'arte

Da sapere

This tour runs with a maximum of 20 people
You'll need to present a valid ID or an image of your passport, for travelers under 18 years old, a government-issued ID/passport will be required when entering the monument. Failure to bring an ID with you can result in the security staff refusing you entrance to the monument
Please note that on the day of your visit, certain areas of the attraction can be closed due to either religious events and national holiday
Please notice that only small bags are allowed
Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals
Tours will run rain or shine (unless the monument is closed by the official administration for safety reasons)
Wheelchairs and strollers are not permitted in the shared group tour due to space limitations, better a backpack carrier if bringing an infant (strollers not recommended)
Comfortable walking shoes, essential for stairs and long corridors
Weather-appropriate clothing, light layers in summer, warmer clothes in cooler months

Politiche di cancellazione

Ricevi un rimborso del 100% annullando la prenotazione fino a 72 ore prima dell'inizio dell'attività., Ricevi un rimborso del 50% annullando la prenotazione fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio dell'attività.

Cosa è incluso

Tour a piedi con guida
Cuffie (per ascoltare la guida)
Biglietti salta fila
Biglietto d'ingresso
Guida turistica
Esperienza in piccolo gruppo

Cosa non è incluso

Cibo e drink
Transfer da/per l'hotel

Commissioni di prenotazione

Buone notizie! Non sono applicate commissioni di servizio a questa prenotazione.

Posizione

Viale Vaticano, 100, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Punto d'incontro:

The guide will be waiting at the corner between the Caffè Vaticano and the stairs of Via Tunisi, and they'll have an orange umbrella. Please arrive 15 minutes before the starting time.