Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica Tour

About this activity

  • duration-alt_14246718 Duration

    2.5 - 3 hours
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Highlights

  • Explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with knowledgeable guides.
  • Prepare to be mesmerized by masterpieces from renowned artists.
  • You can explore the stunning St. Peter's Basilica with a special entrance.

Your experience

The Vatican Museums, with about 70,000 works of art, are impossible to conquer in one day—12 years is how long it would take to see each piece for just one minute.

Therefore, joining a tour enriches your experience.

Prepare yourself to be amazed by the great works of Raphael, Bernini, da Vinci, and above all Michelangelo (including the Sistine Chapel and Last Judgment).

Further awe will be experienced seeing the splendid St.

Peter's Basilica- Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's magnificent bronze altar will be seen here too, via a special entrance.

What's Included
  • Fast track entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Tour guide
  • Headsets for groups more than 5 people
  • Recharging station for your devices
  • Bathroom access
  • Entry/Admission - Vatican Museums
  • Entry/Admission - Sistine Chapel
  • Entry/Admission - St. Peter’s Basilica (only if the passage is open and option selected)
What's Excluded
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation
  • Tips

To Remember

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card, copy accepted

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Baby strollers
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Selfie sticks
  • Professional cameras
  • Flash photography

Know before you go

  • Both men and women must cover their shoulders and knees
  • St. Peter's is closed on Wednesdays from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM and on December 24 and 31. During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the museums
  • The Vatican can be very crowded all year round
  • All visitors must pass through an airport-style security check. During high season, the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes
  • St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel can close without notice on rare occasions. If this happens, your guide will take you to tour the Vatican Museums and/or the Sistine Chapel/St Peter's Basilica instead