Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Tour

About this activity

  • money-transfer-coin-arrow_15355109 Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund
  • time-forward_15911935 Duration

    2.5 - 3 hours
  • guide_13794414 Live tour guide

    German French Italian English Spanish
  • portal-enter_10462703 Skip the line through a separate entrance

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Highlights

  • Witness the treasures of the Vatican City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Skip the line to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica
  • Enrich your experience with an expert guide in your chosen language
  • Marvel at masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, Caravaggio, and many more
  • Benefit from fast-track entrance access to make the most of your day

Your experience

Discover Vatican City with a guided tour to the world’s only UNESCO World Heritage site and see its most precious treasures.

Fast track entries mean you can max your day visiting Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St.

Peter’s Basilica.

You start by visiting the Vatican Museums to see the works of the greatest artists in history.

A local language speaking guide will take you through the major points of interest at the museum; like Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries.

Step into the Sistine Chapel.

Take a moment to marvel at the exquisite beauty of Michelangelo’s masterpiece ‘The Last Judgment’—one of the famed pieces of art in the world.

Then skip the long lines to enter the awe-inspiring interior of St.

Peter’s Basilica, where one of the most venerated sites in the world is your temple and where you savor Michelangelo’s breath-taking sculpture ‘La Pieta’

What's Included
  • Skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Vatican Museums
  • Skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Sistine Chapel
  • Guide
  • Headsets
  • Wi-Fi at the meeting point
  • Recharging station for your mobile devices
  • Guided tour of Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica
What's Excluded
  • Transportation
  • Entrance ticket and visit to the dome of St. Peter's Basilica

Itinerary

2 starting location options:

Via Germanico, 8, Via Vespasiano, 46b

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Vatican Museums

Visit, Guided tour (2 hours)

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Cortile del Belvedere

Visit, Guided tour (15 minutes)

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Gallery of Tapestries

Visit, Guided tour (15 minutes)

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Sistine Chapel

Visit, Guided tour (15 minutes)

St. Peter's Basilica

Visit, Guided tour (15 minutes)

Meeting Point

To Remember

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  •  All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait may be up to 30 minutes
  • Please note that St. Peter's Basilica is closed at Easter, on December 24 and 31 and other religious holidays, and every Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. During these times, the tour will be offered in other parts of the Vatican Museums, including the Raphael Rooms
  • On rare occasions, St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to closure without notice. If this happens, you'll spend the full amount of time in the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. No refund will be offered
  •  On rare occasions, Papal tombs are subject to closure without notice. No refund will be offered
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered at all times. You may be refused entry if you do not comply
  • Individuals with disabilities or special health needs must note it when booking
  • Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is free, however visiting the dome costs extra