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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour with St. Peter's Basilica

Explore the extraordinary artistic treasures of the Vatican with a licensed guide and pre-booked skip-the-line tickets. Wander through the Pinecone Courtyard and admire classical sculptures in the Pio-Clementino Museum. Continue through the Gallery of Candelabra, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Maps.

If time and visitor flow allow, you might also gain access to the Raphael Rooms, one of the crowning achievements of the High Renaissance. The tour culminates in the Sistine Chapel. Prior to entering, insightful commentary will help you fully appreciate Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam and the powerful Last Judgment.

Your ticket includes access to St. Peter's Basilica. The visit inside is self-guided, providing ample opportunity to admire masterpieces such as Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldachin at your leisure. An interactive digital app complete with map and expert commentary is provided to enrich your experience.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Rome
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Language:English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Skip the line
Entrance Fees Included
Guided Tour
Subject expert guide
Group tour
Dress code

Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll admire the Gallery of Maps, a triumph of Renaissance cartography
  • A highlight is the visit to the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo's masterpiece
  • This experience includes entry to St. Peter's Basilica for a self-guided tour

Important to know

Accessibility:

  • This tour is not suitable for wheelchairs or guests with limited mobility

Not allowed:

  • Please dress respectfully (no shorts or tank tops), and leave power banks and large bags at home

Know in advance:

  • Please note that Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica and Museum sections may close or restrict access without notice for events, security reasons, or restoration works; in these cases, the itinerary will be adjusted and no refunds will be provided
  • The guided tour will be conducted in English

Remember to bring:

  • Valid photo ID required. All visitors must undergo a mandatory security check (delays possible)

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Entrance fees
  • Guided tour
  • Headsets (to hear the guide)
  • Skip-the-line tickets
  • Downloadable APP
  • Tour guide

What’s not included

  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • All meals

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

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

Meeting point:

Meet your guide on top of the stairs next to Caffè Vaticano, look for a white sign with the "Towns of Italy" logo.

Provider

TOWNS OF ITALY


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