Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Skip-The-Line Guided Tour

Your experience

Highlights

• Marvel at the Sistine Chapel's faultless ceiling but avoid queues for a Vatican immersion.
• Discover history within the walls of the Vatican Museum as you step into the embrace of history at St. Peter's Basilica on a journey that transcends time.

Full description

The Vatican collection cannot be seen in its entirety in a few hours. But we will show you some of the highlights that should not be missed. When you leave the Sistine Chapel, you will enter St. Peter's Basilica without waiting in line— introduced to a place created by many artists and architects over many centuries. Your guide will tell you about the history of the basilica and how it is connected to Christian history starting from being a burial ground— ending up being recognized worldwide for its splendour. Join us on this journey through the Vatican. Every step unveils new discoveries: where magic meets discovery against a backdrop woven with art, history, and cultural importance (sure to make your visit unforgettable!). You cannot cover the whole Vatican's great collection during a few hours. However, our tour makes sure that you see selected important highlights. After leaving the Sistine Chapel, you will directly enter St. Peter's Basilica without waiting in lines— stepping into a sanctuary that has been enriched by numerous artists and architects over centuries. Your guide will reveal interesting stories about the history of the basilica, explaining how it came into existence as a burial ground and later developed into an international symbol of Christian grandeur and importance. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the Vatican: every step unveils new wonders! The magic of discovery is intertwined with rich art (history), cultural significance... which forms a beautiful mosaic at this place revealing different hues at every turn we take on our voyage along these hallowed halls filled with masterpieces created by great masters whose names have become immortal through their works sown into world heritage forever! The Vatican collection cannot be encompassed within a few hours but our tour guarantees you see a selected number of most important highlights. When you leave the Sistine Chapel, you seamlessly enter St. Peter's Basilica where every work is an exquisite production — by countless artists and architects over centuries — awaiting to inspire awe in visitors. Your guide opens the history book of the basilica as you learn about its interesting past, placing it within Christian history from being a burial ground to being internationally recognized.Join us for an exploration like no other through the Vatican revealing surprises at every corner: take part in this journey of discovery woven with art, history, cultural essence that make it an unforgettable experience!

Includes

• This tour will only be limited to a few. The long queues at Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel won't be an issue for you— simply purchase tickets on site with no extra charges.
• During the tour, a professional cicerone will lead you through St. Peter's Basilica ensuring that your visit to these iconic spots is worth the while.

Not includes

• Edibles and drinks
• Journey to and from the rendezvous plus destinations
• Gratuities (not obligatory)

What to bring

• Passport or ID card
• Water
• Long-sleeved shirt

Not allowed

• Shorts

Know before you go

• St. Peter's Basilica: Be aware that St. Peter's Basilica could have impromptu closures or delayed openings due to religious functions. Should this happen we will guarantee your complete tour by a more detailed exploration of the Vatican Museums.
• STUDENT DISCOUNT: Note that a valid student identification card (ID) is mandatory on the day of the tour for you to be able to enjoy the student discount. In case you are not able to provide a valid ID, it is likely that you will have to pay the entire price of the ticket on the day of the tour.
• St. Peter's Basilica: Keep in mind St. Peter's Basilica could have closures or late openings at the last minute for religious functions— if that happens, we can still ensure a comprehensive experience by elaborating more on the Vatican Museums.