Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Tour

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Skip the line and explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a friendly expert guide. You can also add entry to St. Peter’s Basilica to complete your unforgettable Vatican visit.

Highlights

  • Optional direct entry to St. Peter’s Basilica to see Pietà and Baldachin
  • Skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Learn all about Michelangelo's masterpiece inside the Sistine Chapel
  • Marvel at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling & The Last Judgment
  • Discover the Gallery of Maps, Tapestries & ancient Roman sculptures

Description

Explore the Vatican Like an Insider — No Waiting, No Worries The Vatican Museums are a must-see but trying to navigate them on your own? Overwhelming. That’s why our expert guide takes you straight to the highlights with skip-the-line access and captivating stories behind every masterpiece. Your tour begins inside the Vatican Museums, home to centuries of priceless art. Stroll through the famous Gallery of the Maps like stepping into a 16th-century Google Maps and admire the intricate works in the Gallery of Tapestries and Gallery of the Candelabra. Then, enter the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes will leave you speechless. Gaze up at The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment, hearing how these masterpieces shaped Renaissance art forever. If you’ve selected the full experience, continue directly into St. Peter’s Basilica skipping another long line. Inside, admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s towering Baldachin, and one of the most awe-inspiring churches on Earth. Your tour ends outside the Basilica, giving you time to explore St. Peter’s Square or discover nearby gems like Castel Sant’Angelo at your own pace.

Includes

Skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums Skip-the-line entry to the Sistine Chapel Optional skip-the-line entry to St. Peter’s Basilica (if selected) Licensed, expert guide Headsets to clearly hear your guide Friendly assistance team at the meeting point Free WiFi available at the meeting point

Important Information

  • St. Peter’s Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and during certain religious holidays. Tours starting after 2:00 PM do not include access to the Basilica. Entry to the Vatican Museums is strictly timed; late arrivals will not be admitted or refunded. All visitors must bring a valid photo ID for security checks. The Vatican enforces a dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered. Entrance to the Basilica may be restricted without prior notice due to religious ceremonies, especially during the Jubilee Year. Disabled visitors may receive free entry to the Vatican Museums, please inform us when booking so we can assist with arrangements.

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