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

About this activity

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    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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    Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
  • time-forward_15911935 Duration

    3 - 3.5 hours
  • guide_13794414 Live tour guide

    English
  • family_12442251 Small group

    Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

  • Be in awe of the Catholic Church's collection of masterpieces
  • Make the most of your time in Rome with a skip-the-line ticket
  • See the city's most important galleries in one convenient tour
  • Appreciate the evolution of art styles through the centuries
  • Have all your questions answered by your guide in this small group

Your experience

Discover the Vatican like never before on our expertly guided semi-private tour.

You will be part of a small intimate group of no more than 10 people with skip-the-line access to some of the remarkable treasures of the Vatican, all without the usual crushing crowds.

Your journey begins in the Vatican Museums and prepares to be awed by exquisite collections of art and artifacts.

Then step into the magnificent Sistine Chapel to view Michelangelo's masterpiece fresco from up close.

The tour ends with visiting grand St.

Peter's Basilica, church above all in size.

Your guide, well-acquainted with the ins and outs, will rendezvous at Giuly's Café, Via Santamaura 3, just before you start this amazing 3.5-hour walking tour.

Take note that transfers aren't part of this deal.

This experience wraps up in the famous St.

Peter's Square; here you can take in the architectural splendor and dive into the lively atmosphere.

There are no age limits or physical barriers to join; just a dress code: shoulders and knees need to be covered as a sign of respect within these holy places.

This exciting tour is available only in English, giving you a deep dive into the great past and charm of Vatican City.

Make sure you don't miss this special and memorable chance—book your spot now!

What's Included
  • Live guide
  • Vatican Museums skip-the-line entry tickets
  • Headsets (if needed)
What's Excluded
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips

Itinerary

Starting location:

Giuly's Café

2
Vatican Museums

Guided tour (40 minutes)

3
Gallery of Maps, Vatican Museums

Guided tour (20 minutes)

4
Gallery of Tapestries

Guided tour (20 minutes)

5
Sistine Chapel

Guided tour (30 minutes)

6
St. Peter's Basilica

Guided tour (1 hour)

Finish at:

St. Peter's Basilica

Meeting Point

To Remember

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • Due to the Papal Conclave taking place from April 28th until approximately May 10th, the Sistine Chapel will not be accessible during this period. Tours booked within these dates will instead enjoy extended visits within the Vatican Museums, including sections not usually covered by standard tours.