Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Semi Private Afternoon Tour

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Semi Private Afternoon Tour

Experience the highlights of the Vatican Museums, see Raphael's studio and the School of Athens, and visit the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo's famous frescoes. This tour is limited to a maximum of 12 people per tour.

About this activity

  • duration-alt_14246718 Duration

    3 hours

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Highlights

  • Marvel at the masterful work of Raphael in the Raphael Rooms
  • See Gallery of the Maps, Gallery of the Tapestries and Gallery of the Candelabra
  • Admire the beautiful Pine Courtyard
  • Enter the Pio Clementine Museum
  • Step inside the stunning Sistine Chapel and admire Michelangelo’s famous frescos

Your experience

Assemble at the specified location near the Vatican Museums to join your tour guide.

Skip the long lines at the door and enjoy a guided group tour of the amazing inside riches with a small group of not more than 12 people.

See the impressive features of the vast Vatican Museums with a savvy guide.

Walk through large galleries and find rooms filled with historical importance.

Feel the Gallery of the Maps, the Gallery of the Tapestries, and the Gallery of the Candelabra.

Enjoy the beautiful Pine Courtyard move to the Pio Clementine Museum to see the famous sculpture Laocoön and His Sons.

At last go into Raphael's Rooms to witness The School of Athens.

Step inside the grand Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo’s famous paintings.

You will view ‘The Last Judgment’ and ‘The Creation of Adam,’ plus many more works by great artists like Raphael, Botticelli, and Perugino.

What's Included
  • Professional and informative guide
  • All admission fees
  • Skip the line access
  • Small group with 12 people or fewer
  • Headsets when needed
  • Instant confirmation
What's Excluded
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

To Remember

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Oversize luggage
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts
  • Umbrellas

Know before you go

  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Please be aware that St. Peter's Basilica is not included.
  • There might be occasionally a small line for the metal detectors at the entrance.
  • Dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered
  • Big backpacks, trolleys, large bags and big umbrellas are not allowed inside the Vatican.
  • Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time.
Not Suitable for
  • Wheelchair users
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