Vatican museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter Basilica guided tour

Place: Rome

Duration: 3 hours

Language: English, Italian

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Do this because

Avoid the long lines at the Vatican Museums with skip-the-line tickets
Explore the Vatican's treasure trove of artworks on a guided tour
Marvel at Michelangelo's fresco "The Creation of Adam" in the Sistine Chapel
Admire the spectacular architecture of St. Peter's Basilica

What to expect

Follow your guide to learn the full story behind famous works of art along the Vatican's museum path. Marvel at the incomparable collection of the Catholic Church, with sculptures, frescoes, and of course, ornate churches, dating back to the Renaissance.

Peruse the masterpieces of Michelangelo, and see what incredible lengths he went to in finishing the Sistine Chapel. See the work of his bitter rival in the four Raphael Rooms at the Apostolic Palace (this rooms will be visit only in the case of closure of access to St. Peter's Basilica, normally on wednesday).

Wander through St. Peter's Basilica, one of the most spectacular churches ever built. Skip the line and make the most of your time admiring the divine architecture, and discovering the fascinating history of Rome.

St. Peter’s Basilica and the square may be closed on Wednesday mornings due to the Papal Audience. In this case, the tour includes a visit to the Raphael Rooms. In any case, the route may vary due to needs dictated by the Vatican Museums
Shoulders and knees must be covered. You will be denied entry if you do not comply with the rules
Make sure you're following the Vatican's dress code: please cover your legs and shoulders
It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes
Luggage or large bags are not permitted
All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes
The opening hours are subject to change due to special events at the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter's Basilica
Bags and suitcases larger than 40x35x15 cm, tripods, large umbrellas, and potentially dangerous objects must be left in the cloakroom. The cloakroom is a 20-minute walk from the end of the tour
No refund will be issued for latecomers

What’s included

Guided tour

Skip-the-line tickets

Cancellation policy

Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Viale Vaticano, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet your guide in front of the main entrance of the Vatican Museums at Viale Vaticano. The guide will have a sign with the logo of the Agency "Doooing Experience".