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

Your experience

Highlights

• Delve into the extensive compilations of the Vatican Museums during a guided exploration. Walk through the exquisite Gallery of Maps plus Tapestries Gallery. Gain insights into the historical and cultural value of these collections from your guide. Make a stop at the world-famous Sistine Chapel to appreciate its magnificent frescoes — remember no detail disappoints. Then feast your eyes on the grandeur that is St. Peter's Basilica; an optional additional guided tour might help you uncover more secrets within its beauty.

Full description

Explore the Hall of Maps which is one of the most beautiful parts of the museum. Experience the attraction of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, and look with amazement at its frescoes. Conclude your visit with a guided tour inside St. Peter's Basilica, an invaluable jewel that adds more grandeur to your adventure into Vatican City if selected as part of this combo option. Wander through the Hall of Geographical Maps— it's one of the most beautiful and striking sections in the museum. Feel the pull of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel plus stop and stare in wonder at those stunning frescoes that grace its ceilings: they will not disappoint. End with a guided visit to Saint Peter's Basilica (if that choice has been chosen)— a masterpiece among masterpieces, adding another level of grandness to your exploration at Vatican City.

Includes

• Vatican Museums fast-track entrance
• Guide that is official
• Headsets in order to hear the tour guide clearly

Not includes

• Climb the dome of St. Peter's Basilica and enjoy panoramic views of Rome during this guided tour with privileged access. Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off plus complimentary food and drinks.
• Tips

What to bring

• Passport or ID card
• Comfortable shoes.

Not allowed

• Pets
• Shorts
• There are some items that it would be prudent to avoid taking onto a bus due to clear reasons: weapons or sharp objects, glass items, and alcohol or drugs fall into this category. Also, consider refraining from carrying large bags or luggage so that there is adequate room for other passengers; take note of your attire too— short skirts and sleeveless shirts may not be suitable depending on the cultural norms of the locality you are traveling in.

Know before you go

• While the Vatican Museums offer free entry to disabled visitors plus one carer during peak season, high numbers of guests might lead to an increased waiting time for the security check and you will be required to collect the Vatican headsets. Please remember that all visitors are required to have their shoulders and knees covered upon entering the Sistine Chapel.
• St. Peter's Basilica is closed for unexpected last-minute closures, including religious ceremonies; in such cases, the local guide will offer a full explanation and visit of the Vatican Museums instead
• Every Wednesday and on those days established by the Vatican, it is not possible to access St. Peter's Basilica after 2:30 PM
• The Sistine Chapel might be subject to unforeseen closure because of religious or political events.
• At times of high traffic flow, increased wait time may be imposed during the security check and the obligatory collection of Vatican headsets that are necessary for your visit.
• The Vatican Museums are free for disabled visitors plus one carer. Please indicate this when booking so that we can provide for your request.
• To access the Sistine Chapel, all visitors must have their shoulders and knees covered.