Activity provider: What a Life Tours
Guided tour

Vatican: Early Entry to Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's

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    Guided tour

    Vatican: Early Entry to Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's

    Activity provider: What a Life Tours
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    From US$ 103 per person

    Skip the ticket lines and explore the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica in a small group with an expert tour guide. Enjoy early entrance to St. Peter's Basilica.

    About this activity

    Free cancellation
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    Covid-19 precautions
    Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
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    Duration 3.5 hours
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    Skip the ticket line
    Live tour guide
    English, Spanish
    Small group
    Limited to 10 participants

    What customers loved

    "Early entry with a small group and an informed, personable guide. Highly recommend the tour to others."

    GetYourGuide traveler, August 20, 2019 - United States

    "Informative Tour with smaller crowd"

    GetYourGuide traveler, August 17, 2019 - United States

    "Giuliano was a wonderful guide. He was knowledgeable and engaging. So happy we booked this tour."

    Rick, August 10, 2019 - United States

      Experience

      Highlights
      • Enjoy early entrance to St. Peter's Basilica before the crowds
      • Skip the ticket line at the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica
      • Explore the Museums with a knowledgeable guide
      • Enjoy breakfast (coffee and croissants) before the tour departs for the Vatican
      Full description
      If you are planning a visit to the Vatican and looking for the ultimate VIP experience, this 3.5-hour tour will provide a personalized experience with the guidance of a passionate tour leader. Whether you’re a first-time visitor wanting to hit all the must-sees or a seasoned Vatican connoisseur in search of hidden gems, you guide will ensure that your Vatican adventure leaves memories that will last a lifetime. Your tour group will not exceed 12 participants so that you can benefit from the personal attention of your guide. The Early Morning Vatican Tour makes it possible for you to take in all the highlights and a few lesser known parts of the Vatican’s big 3: the Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Your expert guide has years of experience and knows this cultural complex intimately, making it possible to find the least crowded spots and the most breathtaking masterpieces.
      Includes
      • Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s
      • Early entrance 1 hour before the crowds
      • Admission and reservation fees
      • Hotel pickup and drop-off
      Not suitable for
      • People with mobility impairments
      • Wheelchair users
      Covid-19 precautions
      Safety measures in place
      • The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
      Traveler requirements
      • You are required to bring and wear a mask
      • You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
      • Masks are required while indoors
      • In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc). Participants under 18 may also use a school photo ID. Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult who meets the above requirements. Participants who do not comply with these requirements will be denied entry or asked to leave the theater
      • All participants are required to bring and wear FFP2 masks. Blue surgical masks will not be accepted

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      Meeting point

      Meet at the coffee shop at Borgo Pio 136.

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      Important information

      Not allowed

      • Pets
      • Shorts
      • Short skirts
      • Sleeveless shirts

      Know before you go

      • Please note:
      •  All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes.
      • The first portion of the itinerary is quite fast-paced. For this reason, it is not suitable for those with walking difficulties.
      • The Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica require that all visitors have their knees and shoulders covered.
      • Bags measuring more than 40x35x15 centimeters as well as tripods, large umbrellas, and objects that could be harmful to other visitors or damage works of art in the Museums, are not allowed into the Vatican Museums and must be stored in the cloakroom. Be aware that the cloakroom is a 20-minute walk from the ending point of the tour.
      • St. Peter’s Basilica is an active parish and therefore subject to unforeseen closures for spiritual celebrations. In such cases, if possible, you will be contacted in advance with an alternative tour time or itinerary.
      Customer reviews

      Overall rating

      4.9 /5

      based on 502 reviews

      Review summary

      • Guide
        4.9/5
      • Value for money
        4.6/5
      • Service
        4.9/5
      • Organization
        4.9/5

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      Well worth getting up early for early access Daniella was a very knowledgeable and informative guide. They were setting up for the papal address on the Sunday so an added sight to see and could buy tickets if wanted Croissant and tea / coffee a nice touch before starting. Small group of 10

      May 17, 2022

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      GetYourGuide traveler – United Kingdom Verified booking

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      We had a great experience with our guide Danielle who was very updated with the facts & history of the Vatican city, Basilica and museums. Though the tour was of short duration and we could not get glimpse of everything possible, but she ensured we know the major spots, paintings, sculptures. I just wish the tour was little longer so that we could understand more about the city and the museums .

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      May 16, 2022

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      Anubhav – United Arab Emirates Verified booking

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      We learned a lot from our tour guide, Daniella, and enjoyed learning facts we likely wouldn’t have learned going through the Vatican on our own. Unfortunately, there was some confusion with St Peters Basilica which was closed the morning of our tour so we couldn’t go inside. Our guide did her best to explain its history and interesting details to us from St Peters square but it would’ve been better to actually see the details. We had some trouble with the headsets provided but Daniella replaced them for us once we were inside the museum. Overall, I’m glad we booked this tour but would’ve hoped for a partial refund due to missing the basilica.

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      April 29, 2022

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      Sarah – United States Verified booking

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