On this tour, have privileged access to the Vatican's top attractions. Admire the stunning artworks and architecture of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and Raphael Rooms.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 2.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Itinerary
Starting location:
Viale Vaticano, 104
Vatican Museums
Guided tour (2.5 hours)
Finish at:
St. Peter's Basilica
Main stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Enjoy early access to the Vatican Museums and beat the crowds
- Explore accompanied by a knowledgable guide
- Admire the artworks and architecture of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms
Full description
Choose this early Vatican entry ticket and get the best of your Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel visit. Be among the first visitors of the Vatican Museums and see Renaissance masterpieces and Roman sculptures with an art historian guide.
You will be accompanied on your tour by a knowledgeable guide who will lead you through the numerous rooms of the Vatican Museums and answer your questions.
Then spend some time inside the Sistine Chapel, admiring the Last Judgement and Michelangelo's famous ceiling. Your guide will explain its significance as you gaze at intricate frescoes and decorations. Then, head to St Peter's Basilica and have skip-the-line entry to avoid the queues.
The passage to St Peter's Basilica won't be available on Wednesdays (due to the Pope's public audience) and in the occasion of religious celebrations inside the Basilica.
Includes
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tickets
- St. Peter's Basilica skip-the-line ticket
- Tour guide
- Headsets for more than 6 participants
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
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Participants
Date
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the "Da Paolo" coffee bar. The coffee bar is located in Viale Vaticano 104, at the corner with Via Santamaura. Your host will check your voucher and will introduce you to your guide. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the tour. The entrance is time-sensitive. It won't be possible to accept late arrivals.
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed
- Pets
- Shorts
- Luggage or large bags
- Short skirts
- Sleeveless shirts
- Umbrellas
Know before you go
- Dress appropriately with knees and shoulders covered