Rome: Vatican and Sistine Chapel Tour with St. Peter's

Highlights

• Embark on a journey through the Pio Clementino Museum— not just to see the Pinecone Courtyard.
• Witness the grandeur of the Gallery of Maps and the exquisite beauty held within the Gallery of Tapestries.
• Make your way through the halls of Raphael's Rooms adorned with his legendary frescoes; but pause when you reach the Sistine Chapel.
• There, before you, lies Michelangelo's Last Judgement— a sight that should not only be seen but remembered for eternity.
• End your exploration with a walk through St. Peter's Basilica; take one last look at the iconic Pietà before bidding farewell to this magnificent place forever.

Full description

As you step into the Sistine Chapel, what meets your eyes are masterpieces by Michelangelo— visual delights that include “The Last Judgment” and “The Creation of Adam.” A few steps away lies St. Peter's Basilica where you can feast your eyes on other great works such as "Pietà" and "Baldacchino"— amidst many more. An visit to the Sistine Chapel allows you the privilege of witnessing— first hand— these fresco masterpieces by Michelangelo: “The Last Judgment” and “The Creation of Adam”. Another step into St. Peter's Basilica reveals these grand works (among others) like "Pietà" or "Baldacchino".

Includes

• Expert escort; gain priority access without standing in line and enjoy ticket admission to the Vatican Museums plus Sistine Chapel.
• Complimentary headsets available for free at no extra charge upon request if needed.
• Children aged 5 years and under can participate at no additional cost.

Not includes

• Pickup from and return to hotel

What to bring

• Passport or ID card.

Not allowed

• Shorts
• Baggage or oversized bags
• Skimpy skirts
• Shirts with no sleeves
• Backpacks
• Umbrellas

Know before you go

• The entrance is not handicapped accessible and all guests must go through a security checkpoint resembling that of an airport. Visitors should have their shoulders and knees covered throughout the visit.
• Children under the age of 5 are not charged fees; but please be aware that St. Peter's Basilica might be closed on Wednesday mornings because of the weekly Papal Audience or during religious ceremonies— in such cases, however, an extended Vatican Museums tour will be offered instead.