Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica (Tour)

Vatican City, Rome



Visit the Vatican Museums, one of the world's largest and most important museum complexes, and discover the immense collection of artworks collected by the popes over the centuries.

Highlights

  • Explore the world-famous art collections of the Vatican Museums.
  • Marvel at Michelangelo's masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel.
  • Visit the Gallery of Maps and the Gallery of Tapestries.
  • Discover Raphael's stunning Renaissance frescoes.

Description

Choose between the GUIDED TOUR or ADMISSION TICKETS ONLY option and enjoy priority access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, two of the world's most iconic cultural and artistic landmarks. Please choose your options carefully: 1. Admission tickets only for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel 2. Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Explore the vast collections of the Vatican Museums, which house masterpieces collected by popes over the centuries. Don't miss the museum's most famous highlights as you pass through the spectacular Pinecone Courtyard, the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the magnificent Pio-Clementine Rooms, famous for their classical sculptures. Continue your journey through the magnificent Raphael Rooms, decorated with extraordinary Renaissance frescoes painted by Raphael and his workshop. Finally, head to the world-famous Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo's legendary ceiling frescoes and the dramatic “Last Judgment,” considered one of the greatest works of Western art.

Includes

Skip-the-line entrance to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (if option selected) Licensed guide (only with the guided tour option) Radio (only with guided tour option)

Important Information

  • The Last Judgment is currently being restored, so scaffolding will partially block the view until further notice. All visitors will need to pass through an airport-style security check. During high season, the queues at security checks can be up to 20 minutes long. The dress code is strictly enforced: shoulders and knees must be covered. This specific tour is not wheelchair accessible. Access to the Sistine Chapel may change without prior notice due to Vatican regulations or ceremonies, even with a valid reservation. Even in the event of closures, your ticket still includes admission to the Vatican Museums.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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