Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Fast-Track Tour | 3 hours 30 minutes

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Portuguese Regular Pick-Up
2 Adults x $281.46
$562.92
Approx Total
$562.92
20 people group, Hotel pick-up included
Pickup included
Spanish Small-Group
2 Adults x $329.65
$659.30
Approx Total
$659.30
Small-Group without pick-up: 10 people group, Meet at location Does not include hotel pick-up
English Small-Group
2 Adults x $329.65
$659.30
Approx Total
$659.30
Small-group without pick-up: 10 people group, Meet at location Does not include hotel pick-up
English Regular
2 Adults x $131.07
$262.14
Approx Total
$262.14
Regular without pick-up: 20 people group, Meet at location Does not include hotel pick-up
Portuguese Regular
2 Adults x $131.07
$262.14
Approx Total
$262.14
Regular without pick-up: 20 people group, Meet at location Does not include hotel pick-up
Spanish Regular Pick-Up
2 Adults x $281.46
$562.92
Approx Total
$562.92
Spanish Regular Group Pick-Up: 20 people group, Hotel pick-up included
Spanish Regular
2 Adults x $131.07
$262.14
Approx Total
$262.14
Regular without pick-up: 20 people group, Meet at location Does not include hotel pick-up
English Regular Pick-Up
2 Adults x $281.46
$562.92
Approx Total
$562.92
English Regular Group Pick-Up: 20 people group, Hotel pick-up included
Pickup included
Spanish Small Group Pick-Up
2 Adults x $409.01
$818.02
Approx Total
$818.02
Spanish Small Group w/Pick-Up: 10 people group, Hotel pick-up included
Pickup included
English Small Group Pick-Up
2 Adults x $409.01
$818.02
Approx Total
$818.02
English Small Group w/Pick-Up: 10 people group, Hotel pick-up included
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
  • Expert-guided tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with Priority skip-the-line access
  • Medium group capped at 20 participants for a more personalized feel
  • Exclusive and reserved passageway to St. Peter's Basilica (Note: no guided tour inside)
  • A moment to marvel at the Sistine Chapel's renowned artworks
  • Quality headsets, ensuring you won't miss a detail from the guide's explanations amidst the crowd
  • Engaging insights into the Gallery of Tapestries and Geographical Maps
  • Optional hotel pick-up service, available if the option is selected during booking
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation (i.e. this applies to the meeting point options)

Overview

* Dive into Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with your guide * Enjoy immediate access with our priority entrance feature * Discover the splendors of the Gallery of Tapestries and Geographical Maps * Revel in the artistic masterpieces inside the Sistine Chapel * Benefit from a special access route to St. Peter's Basilica (Note: Self-guided tour inside) * Experience an exclusive tour with limited group size, with no more than 20 participants * Opt for a convenient hotel pick-up, or reach the meeting point on your own * Audio headsets provided, ensuring clear commentary

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Pickup details

Hotel Pickup Details: Be ready 45 minutes before departure in the hotel lobby (60 minutes for non-central hotels). For info regarding service feasibility/coverage verification, ask the reception or contact our booking office. If your hotel is not covered, please reach the meeting point on your own. *Meeting point : If your hotel ... is not serviced or you selected the meeting point option, please make your way to the meeting point 15 minutes prior tour start time. Meet our staff in Piazza del Risorgimento, central to the square, adjacent to Bar l' Ottagono, 20 minutes before the tour begins. Our team wear the 'I love Rome' logo in pink. Nearest metro: A-Line, Ottaviano stop. Read more â–Ľ

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Meeting points

Meeting point 15 minutes prior tour start time. Meet our staff in Piazza del Risorgimento, central to the square, adjacent to Bar l' Ottagono, 20 minutes before the tour begins. Our team wear the 'I love Rome' logo in pink. Nearest metro: A-Line, Ottaviano stop.

End point

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The tour ends after 3.5h approximately near Piazza San Pietro.

Itinerary

  • Piazza del Risorgimento

    Welcome & Briefing Begin with a warm greeting from our specialized guide, who will overview the tour and make sure that all guests have checked in

    5 minutes

  • Vatican Museums

    Priority Entrance Skip the lines and start your immersive guided tour through art and history! Cortile della Pigna: Marvel at the expansive 300 sq.m. courtyard named after its central pine cone-shaped statue. Museo Pio Clementino: Navigate through 12 rooms filled with mesmerizing Roman and Greek artworks. Gallery of Tapestries & Maps: Appreciate the intricate tapestries and historic map displays showcasing Italy's geographical evolution. Borgia Apartment: Step into six rooms highlighting the powerful Borgia family's insignia, commissioned by Pope Alexander VI. Raphael Rooms: Stand in awe before the breathtaking frescoes by Raphael and his students, including the iconic "School of Athens.

    2 hours

  • Sistine Chapel

    Sistine Chapel Admiration Immerse yourself in Michelangelo's renowned masterpiece. Relish the vibrant colors and unparalleled artistry overhead.

    30 minutes

  • St. Peter's Basilica

    St. Peter's Basilica Overview * Before entering the iconic Christian dome, the guide will detail its key features and historical significance from the outside, offering insights into what to look for within. * Once inside, guests will be given time to personally connect with and appreciate the basilica's masterpieces, enhancing their experience with prior knowledge from the guide.

    50 minutes

  • St. Peter's Square (Pass By)

    Tour Conclusion Your tour will end at Piazza San Pietro after approximately 3.5 hours.

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • If you choose pick-up option, contact us no later than 24 hours, in order to reconfirm your pick-up schedule be ready in the lobby
  • By purchasing this tour, the customer agrees to follow only the guide assigned to him/her. It is not permitted to add external guides to the group after the tour has been purchased. We inform our customers that, in such circumstances, access to the Vatican Museums will be granted only if escorted by the assigned guide and respective group. If one chooses to opt out, they will forfeit all rights to the tour and ticket, with no possibility of a refund.
  • For the issuance of Vatican Museums tickets, providing a first name and surname is mandatory. Without this information, the ticket cannot be issued. Once the Vatican Museums ticket is issued, it is non-refundable. It is also mandatory to bring your passport on the day of the tour
  • Please note that the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica are active places of worship. Therefore, some areas may be subject to sudden closures without prior notice. We will not be held responsible for such closures.
  • Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures. These circumstances are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.

Free Cancellation

June 25100% refund
June 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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1593 reviews

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

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Best Tour Ever!

Published on Dec, 2024

Rita was exceptional in her knowledge of the Vatican, Sistine chapel and the basilica! And she knew everyone Anna everyone knew her. She was efficient Ana so very friendly.

Vatican tour

Published on Dec, 2024

Evi was amazing great tour great experience would highly recommend to anyone a Vatican experience worth it!

Truly enjoyable and informative

Published on Dec, 2024

Rita - totally enjoyed the tour. She was very detailed which made the tour quite informative and enriching. They was minimal waiting time, and Rita brought out the Italian charm. Great experience!

Nice tour!

Published on Nov, 2024

Very nice tour! Our guide was exceptional explaining everything. We enjoyed the experience a lot and with a toddler. Gracias!

Collesium, Roman Forum and Palletine Hill

Published on Nov, 2024

Great tour - good pace and very informative - great story telling! Really enjoyed the history and the background of the sites.

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